The NICU at Advanced International Hospital (AIH) in G-8 Markaz, Islamabad, offers state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care for premature, low birth weight, and critically ill newborns. Staffed by a dedicated team of experienced neonatologists, NICU-trained nurses, and multidisciplinary specialists, we provide continuous, evidence-based care to safeguard the lives of our most vulnerable patients.

Designed to meet international standards, our NICU is equipped with:

• Advanced incubators for thermal regulation
• Neonatal ventilators & CPAP systems
• Continuous vital monitoring & real-time alarms
• Isolated infection-controlled beds for sepsis management

Core NICU Services & Features

24/7 Neonatologist & Pediatric ICU Coverage

• Full-time neonatologists and pediatric intensivists on-site
• Skilled NICU nursing teams available on every shift

Incubator-Based Thermal Support

• High-grade incubators with humidity and temperature control
• Essential for preterm and underweight babies

Mechanical Ventilation & CPAP Therapy

• Invasive and non-invasive respiratory support
• For Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS), apnea, and neonatal pneumonia

Continuous Monitoring & Emergency Alerts

• Monitors for SpO₂, heart rate, respiratory rate, and body temperature
• Real-time alerts ensure immediate response to any distress

Neonatal Phototherapy

• Blue-light phototherapy for neonatal jaundice (hyperbilirubinemia)
• Daily bilirubin monitoring and individualized treatment plans

IV Therapy & Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)

• Nutritional support for babies who cannot feed orally
• Includes IV fluids, electrolytes, and gradual enteral feeds

Sepsis Management & Infection Control

• Strict sterile protocols, PPE usage, and isolation zones
• Early detection and aggressive antibiotic therapy for neonatal infections

Emergency Resuscitation Protocols

• Rapid response for birth asphyxia and respiratory failure
• Includes intubation, CPR, surfactant administration, and life-saving interventions

High-Risk Neonate Management

• For:
  • Preterm infants (<37 weeks gestation)
  • Intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR)
  • Low birth weight (<2.5kg)
  • Congenital anomalies or metabolic disorders

Family-Centered NICU Philosophy

Parental Engagement & Support

• Daily updates and progress briefings for parents
• Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) when possible
• Emotional counseling and stress support during hospital stay

Integrated Multidisciplinary Pediatric Support

On-Call Pediatric Subspecialties

• Seamless access to:
  • Pediatric Cardiology
  • Pediatric Neurolog
  • Pediatric Nephrology
• Immediate internal transfer for diagnostic and surgical interventions

Long-Term Developmental Follow-Up

Post-Discharge Support & Monitoring

• Scheduled follow-ups for:
  • Neurodevelopmental assessments
  • Growth milestones & immunizations
  • Feeding and behavioral evaluations