Pediatrics
The Paediatrics Department at Virinchi Hospitals provides a full range of services for children, including regular check-ups, preventive care, and emergency treatment.. We pride ourselves on having a highly skilled team of pediatricians and state-of-the-art facilities, including the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), comprehensive prenatal and neonatal consultations, and critical care in our Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU). Our 24/7 Paediatric Emergency services, vaccination programs, growth and development monitoring, and personalized, holistic care are all part of our commitment to the well-being of young patients.
Our commitment to advanced pediatric care is exemplified by our adoption of the latest medical technologies and treatment protocols. We offer minimally invasive surgical options for various pediatric conditions, ensuring quicker recovery and minimal discomfort for our young patients. Our advanced diagnostic imaging, including pediatric MRI and CT scans, provides accurate and detailed insights into various health conditions, aiding in precise treatment planning. Furthermore, our pediatric rehabilitation services offer tailored therapy programs for children recovering from surgery, injury, or chronic conditions, helping them regain strength and functionality.
Our Specialists
Technology
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Incubator is a specialized device designed for the critical care of newborns. It provides a controlled environment with regulated temperature, humidity, and oxygen levels, crucial for the survival and growth of premature or medically fragile infants. This technology is essential for ensuring the safety and well-being of these tiny patients, offering them a stable and nurturing environment during their early days.
Phototherapy
Phototherapy is a vital treatment for neonates suffering from jaundice, a common condition in newborns. This therapy uses specific wavelengths of light to break down excess bilirubin in the blood, preventing severe complications. Safe and effective, phototherapy units are designed to be gentle on the baby's skin while providing maximum therapeutic benefits, ensuring a non-invasive and comfortable treatment for this common neonatal condition.
Pediatric Ventilators
Pediatric ventilators are designed to support or replace spontaneous breathing in children who are unable to maintain adequate oxygen levels or remove carbon dioxide effectively. These ventilators are crucial in the care of pediatric patients with respiratory disorders, neuromuscular conditions, or other medical issues that compromise their ability to breathe adequately.
Medical Conditions
All serious infections needing hemodynamic support
Respiratory Distress
Neurological Emergencies such as Epilepsy, Febrile Seizures
Trauma and Injuries
Burns
Bites, Stings, Overdose, Poisoning
All Pediatric Cardiac Emergencies
Respiratory Therapy
High Flow Oxygen Theraphy
Non-invasive Ventilation-bicap / cpap
High Frequency Ventilator Continuous
Veno-venous/ Haemofiltration / Dialysis / Sled
PICU Care after complex abdominal and thoracic surgery
Neurosurgical and craniofacial and spinal surgery
Oncological / Haematological care
Management of ELBW babies
Conventional and high frequency ventilation
Pediatric Neurology
Pediatric Pulmonology
Pediatric Nephrology
Pediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Pediatric Endocrinology
Pediatric Hemato-oncology
Pediatric Cardiology
Pediatric Rheumatology
Bone Marrow Transplantation
Genomics
Treatments Offered
The NICU specializes in the care of premature or ill newborns, providing advanced medical technology and expert staff in a nurturing environment for critical early life support
CICU offers specialized, intensive care for critically ill children, featuring state-of-the-art equipment and a team of dedicated healthcare professionals focused on pediatric health emergencies.
Pediatric Emergency Care provides immediate, expert medical attention to children in urgent situations, ensuring prompt, compassionate treatment in a child-friendly, supportive environment.
Pediatric Surgery involves specialized surgical procedures for infants, children, and adolescents, performed by expert surgeons trained in addressing the unique needs of young patients.
Investigations
Pediatric Echocardiogram
A pediatric echocardiogram is a non-invasive ultrasound test that examines a child's heart structure and function in detail.
Electromyography (EMG)
Assess Nerve and Muscle Function: Evaluate peripheral nerve and muscle function in conditions like neuromuscular disorders.
Pediatric MRI
Pediatric MRI uses magnetic resonance imaging to safely and accurately diagnose various conditions in children without ionizing radiation.
Fluoroscopy/ Swallow Studies
Evaluates the ability to swallow and identifies issues with the digestive tract
Genetic Testing
Chromosomal Analysis: Identifies genetic disorders or abnormalities. Molecular Genetic Tests: Detect specific genetic mutations associated with congenital conditions.
Electroencephalogram (EEG):
Brainwave Monitoring: Detects abnormal brain activity, seizures, or neurological disorders. Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS)