The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit offers state-of-the-art technology and medical care for newborns with critical medical conditions, respiratory illnesses, or those born prematurely. Equipped with cutting-edge technology and staffed by highly trained professionals, this unit provides a safe environment for the care and treatment of the most vulnerable newborns.
Universidad Ave., Xoco, Benito Juárez, 03339 México City, CDMX
Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Neonatal intensive care is a specialized medical service provided to premature or critically ill newborns, with the goal of providing them with intensive care and specialized medical attention to aid in their recovery.
The benefits of neonatal intensive care include improving the survival rates of premature or sick newborns, preventing complications and long-term sequelae, and providing emotional and educational support to parents throughout the care process.
The length of stay in the neonatal intensive care unit varies depending on the individual needs of each newborn. Some may require only a few days of intensive care, while others may need weeks or even months of specialized care.
The neonatal intensive care team consists of neonatologists, nurses specializing in neonatal care, respiratory therapists, nutritionists, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals trained in the care of newborns.
The criteria for admission to the neonatal intensive care unit include premature birth, the presence of serious illnesses or medical conditions in the newborn, and the need for respiratory or cardiovascular support, among other factors that require intensive care.