INSIDE BCHS - Tiny patients, mighty care: Inside neonatal intensive care unit

Inside BCHS: Tiny Patients, Mighty Care

Each year, the labour and delivery unit at Brantford General Hospital (BGH) welcomes about 1,500 babies. Nearly 300 of these newborns spend their first days in the hospital’s neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), where they receive specialized care from as early as 32 weeks gestation, along with compassion for both babies and their families.

Growth and Capability of the NICU

What started as a small unit has expanded into a 12-bed specialized care area. It is now equipped with advanced technology and staffed by a skilled team trained to care for premature and medically complex newborns.

“The needs of newborns in our region are growing,” says Amy Griesser, clinical manager of BGH’s NICU, Pediatrics, and Diabetes Education. “More families are depending on us for advanced neonatal care. Our team continues to evolve — embracing new equipment, new techniques, and continuous education — to meet that demand and ensure every baby gets the best start possible.”

Dedicated Care Team

The NICU team includes 25 nurses, nine pediatricians, and many other essential staff members who collaborate to provide round-the-clock care. They focus on individualized care plans while offering extensive support to families during challenging times.

Supporting Families Alongside Newborns

This commitment ensures that BGH’s NICU not only meets but anticipates the increasing needs of the community's tiniest patients.

Author's summary: BGH’s NICU combines advanced technology with compassionate care, growing steadily to meet rising regional demands and support premature infants and their families with expert, individualized treatment.

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Brantford Expositor Brantford Expositor — 2025-11-07

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