To address neonatal mortality related to brain damage due to lack of oxygen
Hyderabad-based Virinchi Hospitals hosted a specialised workshop on Neonatal Resuscitation for the nursing staff, at Virinchi Hospital, Banjara Hills. The programme was organised by senior consultant paediatrician Dr Vannala Raju, with esteemed faculty members including Dr Purna Guggilum, KIMS Cuddles; Dr Vaddi Vamsi Krishna, Rainbow Children’s Hospital.
The workshop focussed on critical resuscitation techniques necessary for caring for newborns immediately after birth. More than 50 nursing professionals from various hospitals in and around the city participated in this engaging and informative session, acquiring skills that are crucial in reducing brain damage due to lack of oxygen immediately after birth (hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy – HIE) —a common yet preventable threat to newborns.
Dr Raju, who spearheaded the workshop, emphasised the importance of equipping nursing staff with the knowledge and techniques to administer immediate care. “Through this workshop, we aim to disseminate knowledge and skills to reduce neonatal mortality and enhance the quality of care provided right at the moment of birth.”
The training covered a range of topics crucial to newborn care, including the effective management of breathing and cardiovascular stabilisation. The workshop’s hands-on approach ensured that the nursing staff could practice and master these lifesaving techniques in a controlled, supportive environment.
