Best Pediatric Neonatologists in madras university chennai (4 doctors)

Q: Do pediatric neonatologists treat spina bifida?

Yes, one must consult a pediatric neonatologist for treating spina bifida (neural tube defect affecting the spine) and other birth defects in newborns.

Q: Why does my baby need intensive care?

Premature babies and few new-borns need intensive care so that they can grow without any risk of infections and problems. Research suggests that babies born before or after 7 months are highly prone to infections and grow slowly as compared to babies born in full-term. Hence, they require a few days of neonatal intensive care (NICU) for proper growth and development in the hospital.

Q: Can pediatric neonatologists cure cough problems in new-borns?

Yes, common cold and coughs in new-borns are not very dangerous but they still require remedies and guidance from expert doctors like pediatric neonatologists.

Q: Does a pediatric neonatologist treat only premature babies?

No, a pediatric neonatologist treats all new-borns from day one to six months irrespective of whether they are born premature or normal.

Dr. Shyamala J

Pediatric Neonatologist

28 Years • M.B.B.S,DCH,DNB (Pediatrics)

3 KM • Chennai

Apollo Children Hospital Chennai, Greams Road, Chennai

₹800

Dr. Jothi S

Pediatric Neonatologist

10 Years • M.B.B.S M.D.(PAED),NEONATAL

3 KM • Chennai

Apollo Children Hospital Chennai, Greams Road, Chennai

₹800

Dr. Latha Parthasarthy

Pediatric Neonatologist

19 Years • MBBS; DCH; MRCPCH; CCT (London)

3 KM • Chennai

Apollo Children Hospital Chennai, Greams Road, Chennai

₹800

Dr. Radhalakshmi Senthil

Pediatric Neonatologist

18 Years • MBBS, MD, DNB, MRCPCH

3 KM • Chennai

Apollo Children Hospital Chennai, Greams Road, Chennai

₹800

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FAQs

Do pediatric neonatologists treat spina bifida?
Yes, one must consult a pediatric neonatologist for treating spina bifida (neural tube defect affecting the spine) and other birth defects in newborns.
Why does my baby need intensive care?
Premature babies and few new-borns need intensive care so that they can grow without any risk of infections and problems. Research suggests that babies born before or after 7 months are highly prone to infections and grow slowly as compared to babies born in full-term. Hence, they require a few days of neonatal intensive care (NICU) for proper growth and development in the hospital.
Can pediatric neonatologists cure cough problems in new-borns?
Yes, common cold and coughs in new-borns are not very dangerous but they still require remedies and guidance from expert doctors like pediatric neonatologists.
Does a pediatric neonatologist treat only premature babies?
No, a pediatric neonatologist treats all new-borns from day one to six months irrespective of whether they are born premature or normal.