Fellowship in Neonatology

Designed by: Skillversity
Duration: 12 Months
Mode: Hybrid (Online Learning + Hands-on Clinical Training)
Eligibility: MBBS, MD, DNB (Pediatrics) or Equivalent

Program Overview

This one-year Fellowship in Neonatology offers advanced training in the care of newborns, particularly high-risk and critically ill neonates. The curriculum is carefully designed to provide pediatricians and medical professionals with theoretical foundations, hands-on NICU exposure, and clinical expertise in neonatal intensive care, resuscitation, and developmental follow-up.

Course Curriculum (12 Modules, 12 Months)

Module 1: Principles of Neonatology and Perinatal Care

• Neonatal physiology and transition at birth

• Risk factors in perinatal period

• Delivery room management and Apgar scoring

• Communication with families and perinatal counseling

Module 2: Neonatal Resuscitation and Stabilization

• Neonatal resuscitation protocols (NRP)

• Positive pressure ventilation and CPAP

• Oxygen therapy and pulse oximetry

• Thermoregulation and initial stabilization

Module 3: Nutrition and Fluid Management in Neonates

• Parenteral and enteral nutrition

• Breastfeeding support and fortification

• TPN formulation and electrolyte balance

• Fluid therapy in preterm and sick neonates

Module 4: Neonatal Infections and Sepsis Management

• Early and late-onset sepsis

• Antibiotic therapy and resistance

• Infection prevention and hand hygiene

• TORCH infections and congenital sepsis

Module 5: Respiratory Disorders in Newborns

• Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS)

• Meconium aspiration, TTNB, pneumonia

• Mechanical ventilation basics

• Surfactant therapy and blood gas analysis

Module 6: Neonatal Jaundice and Hepatic Conditions

• Physiological vs. pathological jaundice

• Phototherapy and exchange transfusion

• Biliary atresia and metabolic liver disorders

• Hyperbilirubinemia monitoring and follow-up

Module 7: Neurological and Metabolic Disorders in Neonates

• Neonatal seizures and HIE

• Metabolic screening and management

• Congenital anomalies of the CNS

• Developmental assessments and follow-up care

Module 8: Neonatal Cardiology and Hematology

• Cyanotic and acyanotic heart diseases

• Screening via pulse oximetry and echocardiography

• Neonatal anemia, polycythemia, thrombocytopenia

• Blood product transfusion and safety

Module 9: Preterm and Low Birth Weight Infant Care

• Kangaroo mother care (KMC)

• Feeding difficulties and NEC prevention

• Thermoregulation and apnea monitoring

• Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) and hearing screening

Module 10: Congenital Anomalies and Genetic Syndromes

• Common congenital malformations

• Neonatal screening programs

• Genetic counseling and referral protocols

• Surgical management and coordination

Module 11: Ethical, Legal, and Palliative Aspects in Neonatology

• End-of-life care and DNR protocols

• Consent and communication with families

• Ethical dilemmas in NICU

• Documentation and medico-legal concerns

Module 12: Integrated Neonatal Case Management and Final Assessment

• Case-based discussions and real-life scenarios

• Integrated care planning and follow-up

• OSCE preparation and practical skills assessment

• Final examination and viva

Clinical Training and Hands-On Exposure

• Rotations in NICU, delivery room, and postnatal wards

• Supervised participation in neonatal resuscitation

• Management of ventilators and infusion pumps

• Observation and care of high-risk and preterm infants

Assessment and Certification

• Monthly module-based MCQs and clinical tasks

• Skill demonstration in NICU and simulated settings

• Final OSCE and viva evaluation

• Fellowship Certification in Neonatology by Skillversity

Who Should Enroll

• MBBS graduates with pediatric experience

• Pediatricians (MD, DNB, or Diploma holders)

• Healthcare professionals working in maternity hospitals, NICUs, or child care units