Giving our region's smallest and most fragile babies the best chance at thriving is what our Neonatalology program is all about.

Board-certified neonatologists lead a critical care team that provides the highest level of neonatal care as designated by the state of North Carolina. Our newborn intensive care team is the primary referral center for babies born anywhere in the region. From the tiniest premature newborns to infants with complicated heart disease, the team provides a full range of critical, life saving services. The intensive care team consists of residents, staff nurses, neonatal nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, ECMO specialists, respiratory care practitioners, social workers, dietitians, case managers, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists and lactation specialists.

At Levine Children's Hospital, we offer two levels of services to help our most fragile neonates.

Neonatal Intensive Care Nursery

The Neonatal Intensive Care Nursery is a gift to children of the Carolinas made possible by Wal-Mart and Sam's Club. Here, the tiniest newborns, either born prematurely or with dangerous health problems, receive the highest possible level of care from skilled physicians and nurses specially trained to care for neonates.  

Neonatal Progressive Care Nursery

Specifically designed for premature or low birthweight infants, the 32-bed step-down Neonatal Progressive Care Nursery offers continuing care from the neonatal team after leaving the Neonatal Intensive Care Nursery. The nursery, made possible by a gift from The Harris Foundation, is staffed by skilled specialists in neonatal care and offers more space for families as they prepare to take their babies home.

View a virtual tour of the Neonatal Progressive Care Nursery.

Mid-level Garden Terrace

This outdoor space provides a quiet place of respite for families.  Located at the front of the hospital, it offers beautiful greenery, benches and outstanding views.