Preterm Birth
Babies born before 37 weeks needing respiratory support, temperature regulation, and nutritional optimisation.
Specialist intensive care for newborns who need it most
Neonatology
Level-II NICU at SN Krishna Hospital, Ujjain. Expert neonatal care for premature babies, neonatal sepsis, respiratory distress, and jaundice.
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Dedicated care at SN KrishnaNeonatology
SN Krishna Hospital's Neonatology unit provides level-II neonatal intensive care for premature babies and sick newborns born at the hospital and referred from surrounding areas in Madhya Pradesh. The NICU is staffed round the clock and equipped for mechanical ventilation, phototherapy, and central line management.
Our team works closely with the Obstetrics department to ensure a smooth transition at birth for high-risk deliveries. Family-centred care is encouraged: parents are involved in daily rounds and trained in kangaroo mother care to support their baby's development.
Conditions we treat
Neonatal Sepsis
Bloodstream infection in newborns requiring urgent blood culture, IV antibiotics, and close monitoring.
Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Lung immaturity in preterm infants causing breathing difficulty, managed with CPAP or mechanical ventilation.
Neonatal Jaundice
Elevated bilirubin requiring phototherapy or exchange transfusion to prevent neurological injury.
Birth Asphyxia
Oxygen deprivation at birth requiring neonatal resuscitation and therapeutic hypothermia protocols.
Treatments & procedures
CPAP & Mechanical Ventilation
Non-invasive and invasive respiratory support for premature and sick newborns with lung disease.
Phototherapy
Intensive LED light treatment to break down elevated bilirubin and prevent jaundice complications.
Umbilical Line & IV Access
Central venous and arterial access via umbilical vessels for monitoring and medication delivery.
How we treat our patients
Newborns are assessed immediately at birth using standardised resuscitation protocols. NICU admissions are monitored continuously with documented care plans updated at each shift. Nutrition is optimised through expressed breast milk and parenteral support when feeding is not yet established. Discharge planning starts early, with follow-up developmental assessments scheduled before the baby leaves the unit.
Frequently asked questions
Can parents visit the NICU any time?
Designated visiting hours apply in the NICU to minimise infection risk. Parents receive daily briefings from the treating doctor and are encouraged in kangaroo care.
Do I need to be referred for NICU admission?
Babies born at SNK are admitted directly if needed. Referrals from other hospitals are accepted. Call our emergency line for urgent transfers.
What should I bring when my baby is admitted to the NICU?
Bring your antenatal records, delivery notes, mother's blood group card, and any prior scan reports. Breast milk pumping facilities are available.
Is NICU care covered under government insurance schemes?
Yes, most NICU admissions qualify under Ayushman Bharat. Bring the beneficiary card to the billing desk on admission.
Ready to see a Neonatology specialist?
Request an appointment online, or call our 24×7 emergency line at 0734-7969030.