Introduction
At Aster CMI Hospital, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional care for our youngest patients through our Pediatric Emergency and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Our state-of-the-art facilities, combined with a team of internationally trained Pediatric Intensive Care Physicians and Nurses, ensure that we offer the highest standards of medical care for critically ill children and newborns. Our commitment to ethical and evidence-based practices sets us apart, making Aster CMI Hospital a leader in pediatric emergency care in Bangalore.
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
Our Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) is a dedicated 10-bedded Level 3 unit equipped with the latest monitoring and diagnostic equipment. The PICU is operational 24/7, staffed by a team of internationally trained Pediatric Intensive Care Physicians and Nurses who provide advanced organ support and life-saving treatments for critically ill children.
Advanced Life-Support Services
The PICU offers a range of advanced life-support services, including mechanical ventilation, high-frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV), and inhaled nitric oxide therapy. These services are crucial for providing comprehensive care to children with severe respiratory and cardiac conditions, ensuring that they receive the best possible treatment.
Pediatric Intensive Care Retrieval Service
Aster CMI Hospital is proud to be the first in Bangalore to offer a Pediatric Intensive Care Retrieval service. This service is designed to transport critically ill children from peripheral hospitals to our PICU. Our Retrieval Team, consisting of Pediatric Intensive Care Physicians and Nurses, triages, stabilizes, and transports patients in an ambulance that functions as a Level 3 Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. This ensures that critically ill children receive continuous, high-quality care during transit, significantly improving their chances of recovery.
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is equipped with cutting-edge technology and staffed by highly skilled medical professionals who provide specialized care for newborns with complex medical needs. The NICU offers a range of critical interventions and treatments to ensure the best outcomes for our tiniest patients.
Comprehensive Neonatal Care
The NICU at Aster CMI Hospital offers a variety of critical services, including:
- Endotracheal Intubation: Ensuring secure airway management for newborns requiring respiratory support.
- Umbilical Line Placement and Chest Tube Placement: Providing essential intravenous access and drainage for critically ill infants.
- Percutaneous (PICC) Line Placement: Facilitating long-term intravenous therapy.
- Ventilator Support: Including high-frequency ventilation and inhaled nitric oxide treatment, essential for managing severe respiratory distress.
- Total Body Cooling and Exchange Transfusion: Advanced therapies for managing conditions like hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy and severe neonatal jaundice.
- Hemodynamic Monitoring and Total Parenteral Nutrition: Ensuring meticulous management of the infant's cardiovascular and nutritional needs.
- Surfactant Therapy and Thermoregulation: Supporting lung function and maintaining optimal body temperature.
- Per Oral/Tube Feeding and Promotion of Breastfeeding: Ensuring adequate nutrition and supporting mothers with lactation assistance and advice.
- Peritoneal Dialysis and Developmental Interventions: Providing renal support and fostering the overall development of infants through environmental and developmental care.
Commitment to Quality and Excellence
At Aster CMI Hospital, our Pediatric Emergency, PICU, and NICU teams are committed to delivering the highest quality of care. We focus on continuous improvement and the adoption of the latest medical advancements to ensure our patients receive the best possible outcomes. Our multidisciplinary approach and robust support systems enable us to handle the most complex medical cases with precision and compassion.
Conclusion
Aster CMI Hospital's Pediatric Emergency, PICU, and NICU departments represent the pinnacle of pediatric critical care. With our state-of-the-art facilities, expert medical professionals, and commitment to excellence, we strive to provide the best possible care for our young patients and their families. Trust Aster CMI Hospital for comprehensive and compassionate pediatric care when it matters the most.
