At SP Medifort, our Neonatology department is built on a single conviction — that every newborn, no matter how small or how critical, deserves the very best start at life. Our Level III NICU, supported by round-the-clock specialist care and the pioneering M-NICU model, places us among the most advanced neonatal care centres in Kerala.
Early detection saves lives and shapes futures. Our High-Risk Newborn Follow-Up Clinic ensures that every baby who leaves our NICU continues to receive the expert monitoring they need — at every stage of their early development.
Every newborn at SP Medifort is assessed through a comprehensive screening protocol before going home, ensuring no condition goes undetected.
The M-NICU (Mother-Newborn Intensive Care Unit) is one of SP Medifort’s most distinctive strengths—a revolutionary care model where mothers and critically ill newborns stay together in the same intensive care setting, rather than being separated.
This model was designed with a simple but profound belief: that a mother’s presence is not a comfort—it is medicine. The M-NICU at SP Medifort integrates the clinical rigour of an NICU with the warmth and continuity of mother-baby togetherness.
A dedicated team of experienced Neonatologists, senior consultants, consultants, neonatal nurses, and specialized healthcare professionals working together to deliver exceptional care for newborns with the highest standards of safety and compassion.
Yes. Most NICUs encourage parental involvement and allow visits according to hospital policies while ensuring a safe environment for all newborns.
The duration depends on your baby’s medical condition, gestational age, weight, and overall progress. The healthcare team will regularly update you about your baby’s recovery.
After discharge, your baby may require follow-up visits to monitor growth, nutrition, development, hearing, vision, and overall health. Your Neonatology team will provide a personalized follow-up care plan.
Not all premature babies require intensive care. The need for NICU admission depends on factors such as gestational age, birth weight, breathing ability, and overall health at birth.