Other Care Providers at Carle Foundation Hospital

Anesthesiologists

An anesthesiologist is a doctor who specializes in medicating patients requiring surgery or having a baby so they will experience the least amount of pain and discomfort possible. Just as an obstetrician is available at Carle Foundation Hospital 24 hours a day, so is an anesthesiologist. If you and your prenatal care provider choose to use anesthesia as a pain control method during your labor and the birth of your baby, Carle Foundation Hospital offers epidural anesthesia. Epidural anesthesia is administered by an anesthesiologist or by a certified registered nurse anesthetist under the direction of an anesthesiologist. This regional anesthetic offers pain relief in the areas surrounding your abdomen and back, while you are fully alert for the birth of your baby.

Obstetric Services Nurses

Obstetric services nurses are registered nurses who have received specialized training to care for you and your baby before, during and after your birth experience. Care provided ranges from calming anxious feelings before birth, to educating and preparing your family for your life together at home. Our nurses work together to individualize your care and to meet your family’s specific wishes and desires whenever possible.

Neonatologists

A neonatologist is a pediatric subspecialist who specializes in caring for newborns with medical problems. Neonatologists treat and care for babies who are premature, have blood sugar problems, have breathing problems, have a problem that needs immediate surgical attention, have an infection or a birth defect requiring further evaluation or intervention.

Neonatal Nurse Practitioners

Neonatal nurse practitioners are registered nurse who are extensively trained in the field of neonatology through an organized program of study and clinical experience. Neonatal nurse practitioners work with the neonatologists to care for babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).

Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses

Neonatal Intensive Care nurses are specially trained in caring for a high-risk group of babies. They work with neonatologists and neonatal nurse practitioners to provide high-quality care to infants requiring intensive monitoring.