INSIDE BCHS - Tiny patients, mighty care: Inside neonatal intensive care unit

Tiny Patients, Mighty Care: Inside the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Each year, the labour and delivery unit at Brantford General Hospital welcomes around 1,500 newborns. For nearly 300 of them, the first days of life take place in the hospital’s neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), where specialized care and compassion go hand in hand for premature or fragile infants and their families.

Over the years, the NICU has expanded in both capacity and technology. What began as a small department has grown into a 12-bed space filled with advanced equipment and a highly skilled team of professionals ready to help newborns born as early as 32 weeks.

“The needs of newborns in our region are growing,” said Amy Griesser, clinical manager of BGH’s NICU, Pediatrics, and Diabetes Education. “More families are depending on us for advanced neonatal care. Our team continues to evolve — embracing new equipment, new techniques, and continuous education — to meet that demand and ensure every baby gets the best start possible.”

A Team Committed to Every New Life

The NICU operates around the clock, thanks to a dedicated team of 25 nurses, nine pediatricians, and numerous other specialists. Together, they create individualized care plans and offer broad support to families, ensuring that each tiny patient receives attentive and compassionate care.

Author’s Summary

The NICU at Brantford General Hospital has grown into a 12-bed, high-tech unit where skilled professionals provide round-the-clock, personalized care to hundreds of premature and vulnerable newborns each year.

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Brantford Expositor Brantford Expositor — 2025-11-07

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