Neonatal Clinical Services

The Department of Pediatrics and Child Health offers comprehensive neonatal care for newborns aged 0–28 days, addressing critical conditions such as low birth weight, prematurity, infections, birth asphyxia/HIE (Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy), and congenital anomalies.

The neonatal ward is organized into five sub-units to provide specialized care for different neonatal conditions:

1. Neonatal Critical Care Unit/High Dependency Unit (NICU/HDU)
2. Kangaroo Mother Care Unit
3. General Neonatal Unit
4. Isolation Unit
5. Neonatal Surgical Care Unit

Each sub-unit is equipped with essential life-supporting and monitoring facilities, such as:

• Heaters and warmers
• CPAP machines (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure)
• Wall oxygen systems
• Incubators
• Baby cots
• Ventilators
• Infusion pumps

Additionally, the neonatal ward is stocked with vital medications, including surfactants, caffeine citrate, and other advanced drugs, to effectively manage a variety of neonatal conditions. This comprehensive and specialized care ensures that newborns receive the necessary support during critical early stages of their lives.

 Pediatric Care Team

Pediatric Specialists

The department is proud to have a team of seven highly skilled pediatricians, supported by a dedicated pediatric hematologist-oncologist. These specialists are deeply committed to providing exceptional care for children, staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in pediatric medicine, and continuously working to improve health outcomes for young patients. Their collective expertise ensures that children receive the most current and effective treatments available.

Medical Doctors

In addition to the pediatricians, the department is supported by two medical doctors. These professionals play a crucial role in the comprehensive management of patients, ensuring that children receive well-coordinated and individualized care. They work alongside the pediatricians to ensure holistic treatment for each child’s unique needs.

Nursing Team

The department boasts a dedicated and compassionate nursing team of 19 nurses and 7 medical attendants. These healthcare professionals are not only highly skilled in clinical care but also prioritize offering empathetic, family-centered care. Their commitment to the well-being of children and their families helps to create a nurturing, supportive environment for recovery and healing.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

To ensure truly holistic care, the pediatric department collaborates closely with various other hospital departments. This multidisciplinary approach includes partnerships with departments such as:

• Surgery
• Critical Care
• Neurology
• Nutrition
• Diagnostics
• Pharmacy
• Ophthalmology
• Dental Services

This collaborative effort ensures that each child’s physical, emotional, and nutritional needs are comprehensively addressed, providing seamless and integrated care for optimal health outcomes. By working together across specialties, the department ensures that children and their families benefit from well-rounded, holistic care.

Achievements and Milestones

Patient Load

The department serves an impressive 1,100,000 children annually, providing a wide range of services including diagnostic assessments, treatment, health promotion, and preventive care. This high patient load reflects the department's critical role in supporting the health and well-being of children across the region.

Admission Outcomes

There has been significant improvement in admission outcomes, particularly for premature and low birth weight babies. The department reports an 85% discharge rate for neonates without life-threatening congenital conditions or birth asphyxia, showcasing the effectiveness of the neonatal care provided. The neonatal unit is equipped to handle the most vulnerable cases, with the capability to care for neonates born as early as 26 weeks and weighing as little as 700 grams. This achievement highlights the department’s success in delivering life-saving care to the most fragile infants.