NICU
NICU
Women who choose to give birth at Reston Hospital Center can take comfort in knowing that we are prepared to handle and complication that may arise. Premature infants and those requiring specialized attention are cared for in our American Academy of Pediatrics Specialty Level III-A Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Parents are updated on all aspects of their baby’s plan of care by our accessible staff of neonatologists, pediatricians, and nurses. Additionally, we partner with Children’s National Medical Center for instances when the highest level of care is needed. Whatever the circumstances, you and your baby are in good hands.
Related Health Content
Necrotizing Enterocolitis
September 1, 2011
Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is a gastrointestinal disease that is found primarily in premature infants, although it can occur in full-term infants as well. An infection or inflammation causes the destruction of all or part of the bowel (small intestine) of the baby. This is a serious condition t ...
Home Births for Low-risk Women Does Not Appear to Increase Risk to Baby
June 1, 2009
...
Preterm Labor and Delivery
September 1, 2011
...
Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn
September 1, 2011
Persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN) of the newborn is a relatively rare, yet potentially very serious condition. It can cause both immediate and long-term complications and health concerns. PPHN affects approximately one in every 500-1500 births. When a baby is in the womb, the oxygen is suppl ...
Taking Your Baby Home: Caring for Your Newborn
June 1, 2010
...