Fellowship in Neonatology
A Fellowship in Neonatology is a specialized postgraduate medical training program designed to provide advanced education and hands-on experience in the care of newborn infants, particularly those who are ill or premature. Below is a course description that outlines the key components and focus areas typically included in a fellowship in neonatology.
- 12months
- May 18, 2026
- 10 modules
- 120 CPD Points
Course Curriculum
1. Foundations of Neonatology
- Introduction to Neonatology
- Developmental Physiology of the Newborn
- Perinatal Care and Antenatal Counseling
- Neonatal Examination and Assessment
- Neonatal Resuscitation and Stabilization
- Neonatal Nutrition and Breastfeeding
2. Respiratory System
- Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS)
- Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn (TTN)
- Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD)
- Apnea of Prematurity
- Neonatal Pneumonia and Meconium Aspiration Syndrome
3. Cardiovascular System
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn (PPHN)
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS)
- Management of Hemodynamic Instability in Neonates
4. Neurological System
- Neonatal Brain Development
- Intraventricular Hemorrhage (IVH)
- Perinatal Asphyxia and Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)
- Neonatal Seizures and Management
- Neonatal Neuroimaging Techniques
5. Neonatal Infections
- Early-Onset and Late-Onset Sepsis
- Neonatal Meningitis
- Prevention and Management of Healthcare-Associated Infections
- Viral, Bacterial, and Fungal Infections in the Neonate
6. Metabolic and Endocrine Disorders
- Neonatal Hypoglycemia and Hyperglycemia
- Neonatal Hypocalcemia and Hypercalcemia
- Disorders of the Thyroid and Adrenal Glands
- Inborn Errors of Metabolism (IEMs) and Screening
7. Gastrointestinal System
- Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC)
- Neonatal Jaundice and Cholestasis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Neonatal Abdominal Surgical Emergencies
8. Hematological Disorders
- Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn
- Thrombocytopenia and Coagulopathy in the Neonate
- Anemia in Preterm and Term Infants
- Neonatal Transfusion Medicine
9. Growth and Development
- Neonatal Growth Assessment and Monitoring
- Developmental Care in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
- Long-term Neurodevelopmental Outcomes
- Early Intervention Services and Follow-up Care
10. Ethical and Psychosocial Issues
- Ethical Considerations in Neonatal Care
- Palliative Care and End-of-Life Decision Making
- Family-Centered Care and Support
- Parental Mental Health and Coping Strategies
- Batch Start Date:
- May 18, 2026
Category
Fellowship
Duration
12months
Mode
Hybrid
Clinical Obs.