Yes, Fairbanks has a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) located at Fairbanks Memorial Hospital.
Fairbanks Memorial Hospital's NICU Services
Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is home to a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), which provides specialized and compassionate care for newborns requiring intensive medical attention. This unit is dedicated to supporting sick and premature infants, ensuring they receive the highest standard of evidence-based medical care.
Key features and services of the Fairbanks Memorial Hospital NICU include:
- Mission-Driven Care: The primary mission of the NICU is to deliver evidenced-based and compassionate care specifically tailored for sick and premature newborns.
- Level II Designation: As a Level II NICU, the unit is equipped to care for moderately ill or premature infants, typically those born at 32 weeks gestation or greater, or those who are ill but do not require complex surgical interventions or highly specialized subspecialty care.
- Expert Staff: The unit is staffed by a team of highly skilled medical professionals, including pediatricians and nurses, all of whom have extensive training and expertise in neonatal intensive care. This specialized team ensures round-the-clock monitoring and support for vulnerable infants.
For more detailed information regarding the pediatric and neonatal services available, you can visit the Pediatrics & NICU section on the Foundation Health Partners website.
