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Area of Expertise: Newborn and Infant Care(Part of Pediatric Care)

Also called: Neonatology; Neonatal Care

Bringing a baby into your family is a unique experience. In fact, every birth is different and special. Let our expert team at UAMS Health take some of the worry out of your delivery and put yourself and your baby in our care.

Sometimes, babies need a little extra care after they are born. At UAMS, we care for babies in our state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).

Who Is Involved in Neonatal Care?

Caring for a baby takes a whole team of experts. The primary doctor who cares for your baby is called a neonatologist. A neonatologist is a pediatrician (children’s doctor) and has special training in caring for sick babies. At UAMS, our NICU is staffed by experienced doctors, nurses, therapists, dieticians, pharmacists, and more.

The neonatal care program at UAMS also includes patient education and lactation consultation so that each family leaves our care with the knowledge they need to support the health of their baby.

What Sets Neonatal Care at UAMS Apart

You’ve waited months to meet the newest member of your family and at UAMS Health, we do our best to keep you together.

Many of the babies we care for are:

  • Born prematurely/preterm (called preemies)
  • Multiple gestation babies (twins, triplets, etc.)
  • Diagnosed with congenital anomalies before birth

When a baby stays in the NICU, UAMS keeps you connected and promotes bonding with your baby. To support your connection with your baby, we offer:

  • Angel Eye cameras so that you can see your baby if you aren’t physically present
  • Private rooms for our patients, including rooms made especially for twins to stay together
  • Kangaroo care (skin-to-skin contact) to help with bonding, baby’s development, and mom’s breastfeeding and milk supply
  • The option to stay in your baby’s room overnight
  • A new Ronald McDonald Family Room for day use and overnight stays by families and older siblings

Visit the NICU Website

Learn more about the UAMS Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).

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Related Conditions

UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Down Syndrome
  • High-Risk Pregnancy
  • Multiple Pregnancy
  • Premature Birth
  • Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)

Providers

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Nidhi Agarwal, M.D.

Nidhi Agarwal, M.D. Neonatologist

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Jennifer P. Andrews, M.D.

Jennifer P. Andrews, M.D. Pediatrician

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Robert W. Arrington, M.D.

Robert W. Arrington, M.D. Neonatologist

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Megan N. Baber, D.O. Pediatrician

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Jared C. Beavers, M.D.

Jared C. Beavers, M.D. Pediatrician

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Jessica B. Beavers, M.D.

Jessica B. Beavers, M.D. Pediatrician

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Angela L. Chandler, M.D.

Angela L. Chandler, M.D. Neonatologist

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Vikas Chowdhary, M.D.

Vikas Chowdhary, M.D. Neonatologist

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Sherry E. Courtney, M.D.

Sherry E. Courtney, M.D. Neonatologist

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Nahed O. ElHassan, M.D.

Nahed O. ElHassan, M.D. Neonatologist

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R. Whit Hall, M.D.

R. Whit Hall, M.D. Neonatologist

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Jessica F. Jakubowicz, M.D.

Jessica F. Jakubowicz, M.D. Neonatologist

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Elizabeth L. Kim, M.D.

Elizabeth L. Kim, M.D. Neonatologist

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Robert E. Lyle, M.D. Neonatologist

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Tonya L. Marotti, M.D. Neonatologist

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David N. Matlock, M.D.

David N. Matlock, M.D. Neonatologist

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Franscesca Miquel-Verges, M.D.

Franscesca Miquel-Verges, M.D. Neonatologist

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Clare Campbell Nesmith, M.D.

Clare Campbell Nesmith, M.D. Pediatrician

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Sara E. Peeples, M.D.

Sara E. Peeples, M.D. Neonatologist

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Ashley S. Ross III, M.D.

Ashley S. Ross III, M.D. Neonatologist

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Jennifer A. Rumpel, M.D.

Jennifer A. Rumpel, M.D. Neonatologist

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Megha Sharma, M.D.

Megha Sharma, M.D. Neonatologist

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Zackary S. Shearer, M.D.

Zackary S. Shearer, M.D. Pediatrician

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Ankita Shukla, M.D.

Ankita Shukla, M.D. Neonatologist

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Billy R. Thomas, M.D.

Billy R. Thomas, M.D. Neonatologist

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Tara B. Venable, M.D.

Tara B. Venable, M.D. Neonatologist

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Misty L. Virmani, M.D.

Misty L. Virmani, M.D. Neonatologist

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Gwenevere  M. White, M.D.

Gwenevere M. White, M.D. Pediatrician

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Arkansas Children’s Hospital

1 Children's Way
Little Rock, AR 72202

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-263-2644
Primary Care
501-222-4596
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Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) (Part of UAMS Medical Center)

4301 W. Markham St.
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-526-1500
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