Fellowship & Observership Training Program | Neonatology
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Clinical Fellowship in
Pediatric Neonatology

Master the care of premature and critically ill newborns with NICU-based training in ventilation, nutrition, neonatal imaging, neurodevelopment, and family-centered care. Become a frontline expert in neonatal emergencies.

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Course Overview

Batch Starts
Batch Starts
Every Month
Accommodation
Accommodation
Available with partnered accommodation providers
Flexible Payment
Flexible Payment
Low cost financing options available
Course Duration
Course Duration
3 Months
Course Fee
Course Fee
₹ 2,50,000 + GST

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility 1
Postgraduates (MD/DNB) in Pediatrics
Eligibility 2
Practicing Pediatricians or internationally qualified candidates (subject to verification)
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Application Process

Simple & Streamlined Enrollment for Your Fellowship Journey – Get Confirmed in Just 3 Days!

Online Submission

Enquiry Submission

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Screening

Screening

Upload documents for screening

Interview

Interview

Shortlisted candidates go through an interview

Selection

Selection

Final candidates are notified and enrolled

Hands-on Exposure in Surgery

This Program offers structured exposure to advanced surgical environments through real-time hands-on experience in laparoscopic and complex procedures.

Duration

Duration

12 weeks of immersive learning with hands-on experience

Clinical Training

Hands-on

Case-based learning and live surgeries in India’s leading hospital

Mentors

Mentors

Expert consultants from renowned hospitals

Our Comprehensive Training Modules

Module 1: Foundations of Neonatology & Resuscitation

Adaptation to extrauterine life, birth assessments, NRP certification, APGAR scoring, and golden-hour management.

Module 2: Respiratory Support & Critical Care

RDS management, CPAP/HFNC use, SIMV, HFOV ventilation, pulmonary hypertension treatment, and apnea protocols.

Module 3: Neonatal Infections & Immune Care

Sepsis protocols, TORCH screening, fungal/viral infection control, NICU antimicrobial stewardship.

Module 4: Nutrition & Metabolic Disorders

Enteral and parenteral nutrition, TPN monitoring, breastfeeding support, metabolic monitoring, and growth optimization. .

Module 5: Neurology & Long-Term Follow-Up

Neonatal seizures, HIE therapy, IVH/PVL monitoring, neurodevelopmental screening, and early intervention.

Module 6: Procedures & Neonatal Research

Umbilical catheterization, exchange transfusion, POCUS, neonatal ethics, and QI-based research projects.

Certificate

Candidates will be awarded a certificate of completion  by the KIMS Hospitals, on successful completion of the Neonatology Fellowship.

Pediatric Neonatology

Clinical Fellowship in Pediatric Neonatology

Dr. Babu S. Madarkar

Dr. Babu S. Madarkar, a gold medalist neonatologist, specializes in neonatal emergencies, respiratory care, and human milk banking. With 20+ years of experience, he expertly manages critical neonatal cases. A respected clinician, academician, and researcher, his dedication to neonatal care has earned him immense recognition among patients and peers.

Dr Aparna

Dr Aparna

Dr. Aparna (MD PGIMER; DM AIIMS) leads Neonatology and the NICU at KIMS. A recipient of Dr. S.S. Manchanda & Dr. Balagopal Raju Awards, she coordinates IAP/NNF/DrNB fellowships, leads neonatal training, has 30 textbook chapters & 20+ papers, is a DNB examiner & IAP Neo board member. Interests: neonatal ventilation, nutrition & research methodology.!

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. All programs are endorsed by India’s Top Hospitals, offering global recognition and certification.

Fellowships are hands-on clinical programs. Observerships provide structured observational learning in high-acuity departments like general surgery.

Eligible candidates must hold MD/MS/DNB/ degrees in their respective specialties. International candidates with equivalent qualifications may also apply.

Fill the enquiry form → Submit documents → Interview → Selection within 15 days. Payment via card, UPI, or EMI options post-selection.