In a significant milestone for neonatal care, the Department of Pediatrics at Government Medical College Doda successfully managed and discharged a newborn weighing 6 kilograms at birth. This remarkable case features one of the heaviest babies ever delivered at the institution.
The baby, born on 25th October 2025 at 1:20 PM, entered the world through a diabetic mother and experienced severe respiratory distress within the first 30 minutes of life. Recognizing the critical condition, doctors immediately admitted the newborn to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) for advanced management and monitoring.
Due to the baby’s large-for-gestational-age status and respiratory compromise, specialized neonatal respiratory support commenced swiftly. The NICU team closely monitored respiratory effort, oxygen saturation, blood sugar levels, temperature, and neurological activity. Over the next several days, the infant displayed positive responses to the treatment, allowing for a gradual weaning of respiratory support.
Throughout the final 72 hours before discharge, the baby maintained stable independent breathing, normal oxygenation, and temperature regulation without experiencing any instances of apnea, cyanosis, or desaturation. Following this period of clinical stability, the neonate was discharged in good health, with routine follow-up care advised.
The successful management of this challenging case resulted from the proficient guidance of Dr. Najmus Saqib, Head of Pediatrics, along with esteemed faculty members Dr. Narinder Singh, Dr. Ghansham Singh Katoch, Dr. Niraj K. Gupta, and Dr. Satish Sharma. They led a dedicated team of senior and junior residents committed to the task.
A special acknowledgment extends to the nursing and paramedical staff of GMC Doda for their vigilant monitoring, compassionate care, and unwavering commitment. Their efforts were vital to the baby’s recovery and overall wellbeing.
This remarkable achievement underscores the growing neonatal expertise and teamwork within the Department of Pediatrics at GMC Doda and reflects their enduring commitment to providing quality, evidence-based, and compassionate care to newborns and children in the region.
