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To assist you during this
time, we have combined important introductory information to orient you
to our NICU, an explanation of terms commonly used in the NICU and a list
of the professionals and the services they provide for your baby in our
nursery.
 The
NICU at St. John's Mercy is staffed by physicians, nurses and therapists
who specialize in the care of infants with extraordinary needs. They,
with the help of our unit's highly sophisticated equipment, are dedicated
to helping your baby thrive and grow.
We hope to make what
is often a frightening and anxious situation as reassuring as possible
for you and your family. This web site contains information about some
of the procedures and terms you may hear during your baby's stay with
us. We hope you take some time to review this information and we encourage
you to ask questions.
You may call us as
often as you wish, any time of the day or night. If your baby is in the
NICU North, the phone number is 314-251-6450. If your baby is in the NICU
South, the phone number is 314-251-6286. A toll-free number is also available
for use by parents. The number is 1-800-NICUNET (642-8638). You can also
learn more about the NICU on this website. Please note that we can only
give information regarding your baby's condition to you, the parents.
Your baby's health
is truly a team effort, and you are a very important member of that team.
Together, we look forward to the day when your baby goes home to begin
a new life.
Sincerely yours,
The NICU Staff |
