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At Cloudnine, we take pride in having some of India’s best and most experienced neonatology specialists.
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Dr. R. Kishore Kumar

Dr. R. Kishore Kumar

MBBS, DCH(Mysore), MD (Paed. Gold Medallist), DCH (London), MRCP (Paed.), MRCPCH (UK), FRCPCH (UK), FRCPI, FRCP (Australia)
Pediatrician & Neonatologist
Pediatric Care
NICU
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Bengaluru
Jayanagar
Dr. Piyush Jain

Dr. Piyush Jain

MBBS, MD - Pediatrics, DM - Neonatology
Pediatrician & Neonatologist
Pediatric Care
NICU
9
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Mumbai
Vashi
 Dr. Khusboo Kapasi

Dr. Khusboo Kapasi

MBBS, MD pediatrics, Fellowship in Neonatal Intensive Care, Certificate course in pediatric nutrition (PGPN) from Boston University School of Medicine. Certificate course in Neonatology based on Pediatrics in Review from American Academy of Pediatrics.
Pediatrician & Neonatologist
Pediatric Care
NICU
10
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Mumbai
Vashi
Dr. Shashidhar Vishwanath

Dr. Shashidhar Vishwanath

MBBS, MRCPCH, PG-DCH, FRCPCH, CCT (UK), PGPN (USA)
Paediatrician & Neonatologist
Pediatric Care
NICU
11
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Bengaluru
Sahakarnagar
Dr. Spoorti Kapate

Dr. Spoorti Kapate

MBBS, MD Paediatrics, Fellowship in Neonatology
Pediatrician & Neonatologist
Pediatric Care
NICU
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Bengaluru
Electronic City
Dr. Nandita Patwari

Dr. Nandita Patwari

M.B.B.S (GMCH, ASSAM), MD Paediatrics (AMCH, ASSAM), Fellowship Neonatology(NNF), MNNF, MRCPCH (UK),
Paediatrician & Neonatologist
Pediatric Care
NICU
17
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Bengaluru
Sarjapur Road
Dr. Prashant Vasant Bhamare

Dr. Prashant Vasant Bhamare

MBBS, MD, D.Chir, FMAS
Advance Gynae Endoscopic Surgeon
Allied Services
NICU
17
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Mumbai
Vashi
Dr. Ankur Gupta

Dr. Ankur Gupta

MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), Fellowship in Neonatology (NNF), RCPCH Fellowship in Neonatology (UK), PGPN (USA), EMPH (USA)
Paediatrician & Neonatologist
Pediatric Care
NICU
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New Delhi
Vikaspuri
Dr. Amit Jayasingrao Nigade

Dr. Amit Jayasingrao Nigade

MBBS, FCPS(Child Health), MD (Peadiatrics), Clinical Fellowship in Neontaology & Perinatology
Pediatrician
Pediatric Care
NICU
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Pune
Kalyani Nagar, SB Road
Dr. Gopal Agrawal

Dr. Gopal Agrawal

MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), DM (Neonatology)
Paediatrician & Neonatologist
Pediatric Care
NICU
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Gurugram
Sector 47, Sector 14, Golf Course Road
Dr. Manish Ramteke

Dr. Manish Ramteke

MBBS, MS - Pediatric, Fellowship in Neonatology
Pediatrician & Neonatologist
Pediatric Care
NICU
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Pune
Kalyani Nagar, SB Road
Dr. Rahul Shamrao Zanje

Dr. Rahul Shamrao Zanje

MBBS, DCH
Pediatrician & Neonatologist
Pediatric Care
NICU
32
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Pune
Kalyani Nagar
Dr. D Malathi Raja

Dr. D Malathi Raja

MBBS, DNB (Paediatrics)
Pediatrician & Neonatologist
Pediatric Care
NICU
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Bengaluru
Old Airport Road
Dr. Nilesh Rao

Dr. Nilesh Rao

MBBS,MD,Fellowship in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
Pediatrician & Neonatologist
Pediatric Care
NICU
45
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Bengaluru
Kanakapura Road
Dr. Amitoj Singh Chhinna

Dr. Amitoj Singh Chhinna

MBBS, MD
Pediatrician & Neonatologist
Pediatric Care
NICU
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Bengaluru
Bellandur, Old Airport Road
Dr. Ujwal M V

Dr. Ujwal M V

MBBS,MD Pediatrics, Fellowship in Neonatology
Pediatrician and Neonatologist
Pediatric Care
NICU
47
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Bengaluru
Old Airport Road
Dr. Sorabh Goel

Dr. Sorabh Goel

MBBS, MD Pediatric, DM Neonatology.
Pediatrician & Neonatologist
Pediatric Care
NICU
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Panchkula
Sector 5 Swastik Vihar
Dr. Mahesh Hiranandani

Dr. Mahesh Hiranandani

MBBS, MD (PGI)
Paediatrician
Pediatric Care
NICU
Neonatal Care
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Chandigarh
Industrial Area Phase II
Dr. Sudhanshu Grover

Dr. Sudhanshu Grover

MBBS, MD in Paediatrics, DM in Neonatology
Paediatrician & Neonatologist
Pediatric Care
NICU
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Chandigarh
Industrial Area Phase II
Dr. Sahil Bansal

Dr. Sahil Bansal

MD Pediatrics , Neonatology Fellowship IAP
Pediatrician & Neonatologist
Pediatric Care
NICU
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Panchkula
Sector 5, Swastik Vihar

Best Hospital for Intensive Care in India (NICU/PICU)

At Cloudnine, we are equipped to handle the most complicated neonatal cases. Our Department of Neonatology runs state-of-the-art Level III Newborn Intensive Care Units (NICU), certified by the National Neonatology Forum as the highest level of intensive care. The NICU provides care to neonatal babies who are born prematurely or need some special treatment. 

With an entire ecosystem tailored to provide critical life support, specialised care for infants born as early as 27 to 30 weeks, treatment for serious illnesses and full-spectrum respiratory support including high-frequency ventilation and advanced imaging, Cloudnine is counted amongst the best neonatal care hospitals in India. The facility comes fully equipped with monitoring facilities and advanced incubators ensuring all your baby’s medical needs are met. For babies who need breathing support, ventilator management by experienced technicians and blood gas analyzers are provided. 

A dedicated team of neonatologists, paediatric surgeons, paediatric medical subspecialists, paediatric anesthesiologists, neonatal nurses and paediatric ophthalmologists take care of the baby around the clock. Their combined expertise and the advanced healthcare equipment in the NICU are crucial when it comes to ensuring the survival of newborns who are facing complications at birth.

We are certified by the National Neonatology Forum as the highest level of intensive care.

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What our customers are saying

It was the night of 23rd September 2021.26th week was going on. When Bhumi started feeling mild pains. We ignored it assuming it was cramps and baby kicking inside but slowly the intensity increased it seemed like she was going into labour. We rushed her to the hospital, and she was medicated to relax the uterus but destiny had other things in mind for us. We prayed for healthy babies at week 32 but our time had come, 24th September Bhumi bravely faced the pains and the contractions in the induction ward, Dr.Datar checked her and informed us that she has gone into labour but required C-Section delivery since it was high-risk pregnancy and babies were extreme premature. We were worried and confused since she was in labour whether to go for normal delivery or C Section, but then we had many queries about the health of babies and mother Ultrasound showed the babies at average weight of 800 grams. Then walked in the Hero of the Story. The Saviour. The Warrior. The Angel. Dr. PIYUSH SHAH. He calmly and patiently explained us each and everything and answered all our queries satisfactorily. He said at 26 weeks and 800 grams we have a good chance of survival. We decided for C Delivery. Prayers had started for us since long back Dr. Piyush first time gave his trademark reply "Fingers Crossed". Later in the night she was prepped for the LSCS Operation. We prayed a lot that whole day and then at night around 10.15 pm she was taken inside the OT...We met Dr. Tanushree for the first time just before the operation where she briefed us about few things. Our first Miracle Baby arrived at 11.07 pm Doctor exclaimed "it's a Girl" at 840 grams...I heard the cry and my heart started beating, as the baby was very tiny, she was immediately transferred to the NICU. The Indian Cricket Team may have 5 different coaches but that day I had team of more than 10 -12 personnel to bring our babies in this world, Dhaval got a chance to get a glimpse of the babies, then it was second baby at 11.08 pm "it's a boy" at 780 grams and then at 11.10 pm "it's a girl" at 740 grams, our 3 babies had arrived prematurely but ready to fight, survive, and win the battle. A big thanks to Dr. Piyush for playing the Jain Stotra, Bhaktamar Stotra and Navkar Mahamantra at time of delivery in the Operation Theatre truly obliged to him for that and it was also played 24*7 in the NICU for their whole stay, it was one and first of the many deeds he did for us and many more were to come. The babies were shifted to NICU and they were so tiny that 1 square foot of cloth was sufficient to cover them. That day 24th Night, Dr Piyush and the Team was there with our kids till 4 am and next day he was back at 7 am, he was looking after our kids and we were sleeping peacefully. It was the start of our Roller Coaster Journey of 57 Days which will be etched in our hearts forever. We would daily visit the kids, ups and downs started in the initial days, 2-3 days after admitting in NICU there were issues with the closure of small hole in the heart which was later cured in around 10 days, and slowly their feed and weight started increasing. They were on ventilator (incubated) till 8 days and then on NIV for 7 days and then on CPap for next 30 days. Initially feed was provided through tube inserted through the abdomen and later through the mouth. Dr. Piyush was very supportive and inspiring for Bhumi to give her milk for the kids which boosted their immunity. First time we were informed that one of the kid required blood and plasma, we were very frightened but then later explained that it is normal and not to be worried about. As slowly weight started increasing, we cheered for our babies when they crossed small-small milestones of 1 kg, 1.5 kg, 10ml ,15 ml, 20 ml feeds. We saw our fighter babies pass through each obstacle from Ventilator to NIV to CPap to Free Flow to Normal breathing. Every day they were creating new memories and hopes for us. From the critical care area to normal area to ready for discharge area. It was a tremendous feat for which Dr. Piyush had said that Bhumi is like the Queen of the Chess Game and everything was in her hands . These words were very motivating whenever we were tensed, upset or any ups and downs, he and Dr. Tanushree too motivated us always to stay positive which was very helpful for us. 2-3 times our children were given blood transfusion to maintain the haemoglobin levels. One of our baby was diagnosed with a small blood patch in the brain during the head scan but it was a minor issue and resolved on its own. Then came the day when Bhumi first time took the baby in her hands for KMC it was the day which made her a complete as a mother.it was a satisfying moment for her to hug the child, talk to them, give her warmth, love and all the affection, she truly enjoyed those moments and the small kicking and holding acts done by the kids, later she started taking both the kids for KMC and almost was at the hospital for full day with the kids. She was given proper training of handling the babies by the very helpful NICU Team of sisters which helped her a lot and gave her the courage to confidently handle the babies. Later on the kids also underwent ROP (Eye Scan) and one of the baby had reached Stage 2 of ROP, again that time Dr Piyush told us not to worry unless I call you, the baby required Laser Treatment which was very well handled by Dr Rohit and NICU Team. After numerous x-rays, eye check-ups, blood reports, anti-biotics, sonography, medicines, breathing support our babies made it out of the NICU totally healthy, safe and sound, and there were tears of joy in our hands when we took babies in our hand. The surreal feeling cannot be described. The Nurse Team and the Mausi team took great care of our kids Day and Night. On our every visit to the NICU we had observed all sisters extremely alert, highly disciplined and professional in approach, they work untiringly for all the kids and took equal care of all the kids, hats-off to each one of them for and big thanks for everything. Today we understand when we are writing this feedback around 20 days after discharge when we are with the kids how much efforts go in this thing. The care team lead by Dr Piyush made it very easy for us for the future, trained us well to take care of such small, pre matured babies after discharge, to feed them, change nappies, giving meds through droppers each and every minute thing was conveyed to us. All the credit goes to Dr Piyush, Dr Tanushree, On Call Doctors Dr Farah, Dr Nidhi, Dr Kaustubh, Dr Deepa, Dr Ankush, The Nurse Army (the true caretakers of our babies) Neha Sister, Ashita S, Bincy S, Sonali S, Deepti S, Amala S, Nikita S, Elena S, Diksha S, Pooja S, Rashmi S, Ankita S, Gincy S and Josmi S. Also thanks to all the 3 mausi - Anu, Farzana and Shabnam for all their untiring services for the kids. Our family thanks them for everything and are truly obliged to them.

Mrs. Bhumi & Mr. Dhaval

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Videos by our doctors

Flu Protection for Babies| Flu season in India | Tips to deal flu in Baby I Dr. Prashanth Kumar S
"Flu as all of you knows it is a seasonal disease. In India again the peak is rainy season. In most of the times we see the peak of cases coming between the month of June to October to November. In certain art of India something like the northern part of India, close to equator, they get constant cases of flu throughout the year. Because they are close to the equator, they do get something called as a southern pole disease pattern also. So we do see a peak season, somewhere between June to October to November but throughout the year, we do keep seeing flu season, but again the concentration will be more around the rainfall, around June to October. That is when we see more cases of flu. That is an annual disease, all over the year, we keep seeing flu . Flu is an airborne disease. It keeps spreading from person to person. Like during peak seasons, how to prevent yourself or kid from flu is to keep away from crowded places. Practically it may not be possible but something like a cinema theaters or all or crowded places, especially during season of flu, many of them will be getting a bit of cough and cold. So when the child comes in contact especially during peak seasons, especially when the child acquires infect form one of these people will be there. So avoid crowded places and vaccinate your child will be a way of preventing flu infection"
What causes excessive crying in newborns? How parents can manage it? I Dr. Manish Ramteke
"One of the most common and troubling issue for parents is inconsolable crying in the babies. There are various reason which causes crying in the babies. The common ones are hunger, second is a soiled or a wet nappy, third is a gassy tummy and the fourth is a blocked nose. First two things are easily managed at home. For gassy tummy, colic drops will definitely help, while for a blocked nose, saline nasal drops will help at home only. However if the baby is not responding to the above mentioned measures, then I might be that it is re serious and the baby needs to be shown to a doctor urgently. Sometimes it happens that the baby has some intestinal issues which leads to uncontrollable crying or it is some unnoticed injury that is hidden and causes excessive crying in the baby. In some cases excessive crying is because of some colic pain and despite all the redial measures, it can happen that the baby keeps on crying. The baby will accept feeds and the baby will be highly irritable. However in such patient, there is not much to be done, just wait and watch and it depends on the patients of the parents to keep on trying to console the baby"
Can baby stop breathing from a stuffy nose? I Dr. Manish Ramteke
"In newborns the nasal congestion is very common. If the congestion is too severe, then it is possible that the baby is not able to breathe at all. As it is known that the babies are compulsorily nose breathers. Though they keep their mouth open, they are not able to breathe through their mouth. Also when the baby is feeding. They can’t breathe through their mouth. So it is very important that the babies’ nasal passage is open for them to breathe normally. When the nose is excessively blocked, the babies are highly irritable and they keep on crying, they have very difficulty in feeding as they enable to have any breathing efforts at all. In these conditions, it is important that the nasal congestion is relieved at the earliest. Nasal drops will help at home but if the nasal congestion is not relieved with the use of nasal drops, it is important that the babies rush to the hospital and the nasal passage is cleared as early as possible. Blocked nose is a minor condition, but it looks as a serious condition, when the baby manifest with the symptoms. However as soon as the nose is cleared, the baby is back to normal, in a matter of seconds"
How to get rid of a baby's congestion? I Dr. Manish Ramteke
"In newborns the congestion of the nose is very normal. That is because the babies have a lot of nasal secretion and also babies usually vomit after feeds. That cause nasal blockage. The best sleeping position or any newborn is on their back, what we call as supine sleeping position. The nasal congestion can manifest in the form of noisy breathing what the parents might notice, like vibrations in the chest, whistling like sound or noisy snoring like sound when the baby breathes. Sometimes it can manifest in the form of whistling like sounds also. Sometimes the treatment of nasal congestion is putting saline nasal drops in the baby’s nose. It can be put as frequently as required and it is very safe. Nasal congestion can be treated with the use of saline nasal drops which can be put at home. Sometimes the nasal congestion is too much and it doesn’t respond to normal saline nasal drops. At that time the baby can be brought to the hospital and the nose can be cleared with the help of a vacuum suction to clear the airway"
Respiratory Distress Syndrome | Signs and Symptoms I Dr. Manish Ramteke
"Respiratory Distress Syndrome known as RDS is a breathing disorder found in premature infants, the condition which is found in premature infants, the condition is because of the immaturity of the lungs and the definitely of the chemical called as surfactant in the lungs. The condition manifests in the form of rapid and shallow efforts in the baby. Also the baby has indrawing of the chest when the baby breathes and the baby manifests in the form of rapid and shallow breathing efforts. The baby makes a grunt like sound when the baby exhales and the baby has indrawing of chest when the baby breathes. Also the baby has flaring of the nostrils. These conditions are because of the condition of the lungs collapses when the baby breathes in and this condition can be treated with the use of ventilators, CPAP and artificial surfactant which helps the lungs to expand and the baby maintains oxygen levels in the body. The RDS can last from few days to a few weeks. It depends on the prematurity of the baby . If the baby is born at 24 weeks the condition can last for a few days to few weeks. However if the baby is born at 32 or 34 weeks of gestation the condition will last maximum for 2 to 3 days"
Is air purifier safe for boosting newborn's immunity? I Dr. Manish Ramteke
"As such there are no studies which have shown that the use of air purifiers at home helps in boosting the newborn's immunity. However it is an individual preference and if the parents prefer to use air purifiers at home. However it has been showed that the use of air purifiers can definitely help in babies who have allergy to dust, mite and air pollens. However in babies who are born premature, their lungs are susceptible for infection and it might be advisable to use air purifiers at home for whatever advantage it might give to the baby"
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Frequently Asked Questions & Answers

What is NICU?

NICU stands for newborn intensive care unit. This is a place in a hospital that provides around-the-clock care to sick or premature babies. It has doctors and paramedical staff who have special training and equipment to give your baby the best possible care.

What is the difference between ICU and NICU?

ICU stands for Intensive Care Unit and is designed to cater to critically ill adults. NICU, on the other hand, is designed to cater to newborn babies who need critical treatment.

What is the difference between PICU and NICU?

PICU stands for Paediatric Intensive Care Unit. In the PICU infants and children, up to 17 years old are treated by doctors. In a NICU, only newborns are provided critical care.

What is Level III NICU?

A level III NICU cares for very small babies, infants born as early as 27 to 30 weeks or very sick newborns. Level 3 NICUs have a wide variety of staff on-site, including neonatologists, neonatal nurses, and respiratory therapists who are available 24 hours a day.

Which babies need Level III NICUs?

Infants born at less than 32 weeks gestational age and weighing less than 1500 grams as well as critically ill newborns of any gestational age and birth weight, should be taken care of in a level III NICU.

What are some common health conditions babies have in the NICU?

Some common conditions treated at NICU are Anaemia, Breathing problems, Apnea, Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), Persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN), Pneumonia, Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS), Bradycardia, Coarctation of the aorta, Heart valve abnormalities, Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA), Septal defects, Tetralogy of Fallot, Transposition of the great arteries, Retinopathy of Prematurity, Sepsis, Macrosomia, Jaundice, Gastroschisis, Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR) and so on.

What tests are done in the NICU?

Some common tests done in the NICU are blood tests, CT scans, echocardiograms, ECG, hearing tests, MRI, ROP exams, ultrasound, X-rays, urine tests and so on.

How can I breastfeed my baby in the NICU?

It depends on the baby’s medical condition and how well they can suck and swallow. If your baby can directly breastfeed, that is the best option. If your baby cannot breastfeed directly, you can feed her breast milk that you pump from your breasts using a bottle. Some babies may need a feeding tube and you can feed your pumped breast milk using that tube. 

For babies who are very small or sick, the baby can only receive nutrients through an intravenous line (IV).

What is newborn jaundice?

Newborn or neonatal jaundice is very common and causes yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes. Other symptoms of newborn jaundice can include dark, yellow urine and pale stools. The symptoms of newborn jaundice usually develop 2 days after the birth and tend to get better without treatment by the time the baby is about 2 weeks old.

It is caused by the build-up of bilirubin in the blood. Jaundice is common in newborn babies because babies have a high number of red blood cells in their blood, which are broken down and replaced frequently. Also, a newborn baby's liver is not fully developed, so it's less effective at removing the bilirubin from the blood.

My baby’s skin is peeling off. Is that ok?

When your baby is in the womb, it is covered in a baby moisturiser called vernix. After delivery, this layer slowly wears off and it appears that the baby’s skin is “peeling” or “moulting”. This shedding of old skin is completely normal and there is no need to apply any lotions or creams.