At Umar Medical Complex, we are committed to providing the highest standard of care for newborns in our state-of-the-art Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). With a capacity of 14 cots, our NICU is designed to meet the needs of premature babies born at 28 weeks gestation and above.

Comprehensive Neonatal Services

Our NICU is equipped with cutting-edge technology to ensure that every baby receives the best possible care. Our advanced facilities include:

– Liquid Oxygen Supply
– Compressor-Based Air System
– Long-Term Ventilation Support
– Duopap, CPAP, and High Flow Therapy
– Phototherapy for Jaundice Treatment
– On-Site Diagnostics: Neonatal echocardiograms, head and lung scans, as well as a blood gas analyzer for rapid assessments.

Our team is specially trained to handle complex procedures, ensuring the highest level of care for critically ill newborns:

– Umbilical Vein Catheterisation: We ensure precise and proper placement of umbilical vein catheters in premature and sick infants, ensuring efficient and safe treatment delivery.
– LISA Technique for Surfactant Administration: We use the Less Invasive Surfactant Administration (LISA) technique to deliver surfactant therapy to premature babies with respiratory distress, helping to stabilize their breathing with minimal discomfort.
– Chest Drains with Ezy Drain System: For babies who develop pneumothorax, we employ the Ezy Drain system for quick and effective relief, allowing them to recover more comfortably.
– Fetal Echocardiography: Transforming Neonatal Care

Our facility’s Fetal Echocardiography service has revolutionised neonatal care. By diagnosing congenital heart conditions antenatally, we are able to plan the baby’s delivery and postnatal care well in advance, specifically targeting the cardiac diagnosis. This proactive approach ensures that babies with heart conditions receive the immediate care they need upon birth, significantly improving their outcomes.