Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU):
At Life Care Hospital, we believe every newborn deserves the best possible start — even when they arrive too early or face unexpected medical challenges. That’s why our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) offers specialized, life-saving care for premature and critically ill newborns across Sierra Leone.
Our NICU is a dedicated space where advanced technology meets gentle, compassionate care, tailored to the unique needs of each baby and family.
Key Features of Our NICU:
- Advanced Incubators & Monitoring Systems.
- 24/7 Neonatal Specialist Team.
- Care for Premature Babies (as early as 28 weeks).
- Management of High-Risk Births.
- Parent-Centered Care Model.
- Emergency Neonatal Transport System.
Conditions We Manage in the NICU:
- Premature birth and underdeveloped lungs.
- Neonatal sepsis and infections.
- Birth-related complications (e.g., low oxygen, meconium aspiration)
- Jaundice requiring phototherapy.
- Feeding difficulties and low birth weight.
- Congenital heart or organ conditions.
- Hypoglycemia and electrolyte imbalances.
Testimonials:
“When my baby was born at 30 weeks, we were terrified. But the NICU team at Life Care became our family. They saved her life and supported us every day.”
– Abdul Conteh, Kenema
“The nurses took time to teach me how to care for my premature twins. The equipment was modern, and the doctors were always available. I can’t thank them enough.”
– Fatmata Bangura, Bo
