Neonatal Research Institute
Neonatal Research Institute: Patient Testimonials
The Neonatal Research Institute (NRI) at Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns is committed to helping the littlest patients. Read our patient testimonials below to learn more.
Denisse
I was 22 when I found out about having a 24-weeker and the complications that came behind it. The cord milking study by Dr. Katheria helped my son in many ways that still to this day when I see my son it amazes our family.
Heidi
Because of the amazing work that Dr. Katheria is doing with delayed cord clamping our daughter got the extra help she needed at delivery. And because of that, our miracle is with us today! We are forever grateful for everything that he and Sharp Mary Birch has done for us.
Mariah
I was 23 weeks pregnant when I started to go into labor with our daughter. I was transferred to Sharp Mary Birch, where they were able to hold off labor for four more days before I delivered. Before our daughter was born we were told about delayed cord clamping and the benefits that premature babies could gain from that critical extra cord blood. We were, of course, on board with anything that would help give our baby a better chance. The more blood given to her, the better. Now that we are several months after birth I feel confident that this extra cord blood our daughter Saylor received at birth had a big impact on her health. I credit this study as one of the main reasons Saylor didn't have any issues with brain bleeds and is doing so well today.
The Stichler Family
Ella and Cameryn were born in 2001, both too soon (29 weeks gestation) and too small (2 pounds each) to sustain life on their own. They experienced a very gentle controlled birth in spite of the surprised timing and an attempt to stop the labor. With the expertise of a team of dedicated obstetricians, perinatologist, neonatologists and nurses, the girls were nurtured and cared for until they grew large enough to go home 2 1/2 months later. While prematurity often predisposes little ones to a host of complications, our little girls are just perfect!
Learn more.
To learn more about the NICU at Sharp Mary Birch, visit Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. For more information about the NRI or to learn more about our clinical trials, send us an email or call 858-939-4112.
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