Neonatology
The Department of Neonatology at Christian Fellowship Hospital is committed to providing comprehensive, compassionate and cost effective services to all new born including advanced medical care to those who are premature, critically ill and require specialised care at birth. Our services aim to make specialised neonatal care accessible and cost effective without compromising on the quality of care and thus strive to reduce neonatal morbidity and mortality contributing to the overall health of the community.
Scope of Services/ Diagnosis & Treatments
Inborn and Out born babies are cared for .- Preterm babies including extreme preterms
- Low birth weight babies
- Newborns with respiratory distress
- Birth asphyxia
- Neonatal Jaundice
- Neonatal infections
- Neonatal seizures
- Newborn with hypoglycemia
- Essential newborn care
Expert newborn care is always within reach.
Our Neonatology Facilities
Non-invasive respiratory support – CPAP and HHHFNC
High frequency and conventional ventilators
Total parenteral nutrition
Radiant warmers
Whole body cooling for asphyxia
Vaccination
Post resuscitation care
Phototherapy units
Exchange transfusion
Lactational assistance
Neonatal hearing screening
ROP screening for high risk newborn
Point of care ECHO and cranial ultrasound
Developmentally supportive care
Neurodevelopmental follow up of high risk neonates
Assistance for those babies needing resuscitation at birth
Normal newborn screening for congenital anamolies including pulseoximetry screening
Appointment / OP Timings
* Emergencies will be attended 24/7 in the NICU or Paed Ward (beyond 1 month of age)
Inpatient (IP) Services
The department functions with a dedicated team of doctors and nurses who are available round the clock to ensure the best possible care of all newborns. Evidence based protocols and strict infection control practices are followed to ensure patient safety. Parents are actively involved in the care process through regular counselling, breastfeeding support and kangaroo mother care so that they are empowered to continue holistic care after discharge.