Advanced Fellowship in Neonatology
Learn to manage complex neonatal conditions and improve newborn health outcomes
10 Months Online Course
(All INCLUSIVE)
Advanced Neonatal Course Description
Medigrad’s Advanced Fellowship in Neonatology is a highly specialized program tailored for MD (Pediatrics)/ DNB (Pediatrics)/ DCH (Child Health) doctors seeking to excel in the specialized field of neonatal care. This neonatal fellowship offers a comprehensive learning experience focusing on critical care, clinical management, and advanced treatments for newborns.
This advanced neonatal fellowship is designed to meet the rising demand for trained neonatologists who are equipped to handle high-risk and preterm newborns in both neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) and outpatient settings. With in-depth theoretical learning and case-based studies, this course aims to bridge the gap between knowledge and real-world application in neonatal medicine
Objective of Advanced Neonatal Fellowship
The Advanced Fellowship in Neonatology aims to produce highly skilled neonatologists with:
- Specialized Knowledge: Build expertise in neonatal intensive care, handling critical neonatal cases, and managing complex neonatal conditions.
- Advanced Clinical Insights: Learn essential skills in neonatal resuscitation, management of preterm infants, and neonatal surgical conditions.
- Enhance Decision-Making: Develop the ability to make swift, informed decisions during neonatal emergencies to improve newborn survival and health outcomes.
- Critical Care Protocols: Gain knowledge of neonatal ventilation, fluid balance, neonatal sepsis, and neonatal jaundice management.
- Research Opportunities: Engage with current research to further improve clinical practices in neonatology with advance neonatal fellowship
Gain specialised skills to make a profound impact in neonatal care. Enroll in Medigrad’s transformative Advanced Neonatal Fellowship today!
When Should Doctors Consider Advanced Neonatal Training?
Advanced neonatal intensive care require different levels of clinical expertise. As doctors begin managing increasingly complex new-born cases, additional structured training becomes essential for improving clinical confidence and patient outcomes.
An Advanced Fellowship in Neonatology supports doctors who want to strengthen their knowledge in:
- Management of extremely premature infants
- Advanced Respiratory Support and Neonatal Ventilation
- Complex Neonatal Resuscitation
- Hemodynamic stabilization of critically ill new-borns
- Advanced management of Neonatal Sepsis, shock, and multi-organ dysfunction
- Evidence-based decision-making for high-acuity NICU patients
Step into Expert Neonatal Practice and Master Neonatal Care with India’s Most Comprehensive Advanced Fellowship with Live Case-Based Webinars with Dr. Sridhar Kalyanasundaram, a renowned consultant Neonatologist.
- Pregnancy related conditions (maternal diabetes, IUGR, antenatal screening, fetal monitoring)
- Neonatal resuscitation
- Postnatal assessment and well baby care (newborn examination, red reflex, hip screening, newborn screening, vaccination, vitamin K)
- Overview of preterm baby management and general priniciples of care
- Respiratory distress of the newborn
- Feeding-breastfeeding and support
- Feeding the preterm baby
- Important concerns in the preterm baby-Apnoea of prematurity, IVH, NEC, ROP
- Fluid balance, TPN and enteral feeding
- Metabolic conditions-Hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia, hypocalcemia, hyperkalemia, renal failure
- Neonatal jaundice and its management
- Blood gas analysis and lab investigations in Neonatology
- Shock in neonates
- Anemia and polycythemia (including hydrops)
- Bleeding disorders and coagulation disorders
- Neonatal sepsis and an overview of TORCH infections
- Perinatal asphyxia and neonatal seizures
- An overview of Inborn errors of metabolism and their management
- Neonatal endocrine problems-hypothyroidism, hypopituitarism and micropenis
- Neonatal surgical problems-gut obstruction, Hirschsprung, CDH, TEF, circumcision
Our Advanced Neonatal Fellowship employs a blended learning model, combining theoretical modules with interactive case studies to deliver a thorough understanding of neonatal care:
- Hard copy study material and eBooks are provided for busy doctors to study on-the-go as per their convenience
- Periodic Interactive Sessions conducted for doctors gain in-depth knowledge through engaging lectures and discussions.
- Engaging multimedia learning content to make the learning interesting and descriptive.
- Receive personalized guidance and support from renowned neonatologists and experienced practitioners in the field with neonatal fellowship.
- Engage in real-life neonatal case studies to enhance critical thinking and diagnostic skills with advance neonatal fellowship
- Live online discussions with leading neonatologists, discussing the latest trends and breakthroughs in neonatal healthcare.
What is an Advanced Fellowship in Neonatology?
The Advanced Fellowship in Neonatology is a 10-month specialty-focused postgraduate medical education programme designed for MD (Pediatrics), DNB (Pediatrics) and DCH-qualified doctors who want to strengthen their expertise in advanced neonatal care. The programme covers neonatal intensive care, neonatal ventilation, neonatal resuscitation, neonatal sepsis, management of preterm infants and evidence-based clinical decision-making through structured online learning and expert-led case discussions.
Who is eligible for this advanced neonatal fellowship?
The minimum eligibility for advanced neonatal fellowship is MD (Pediatrics)/ DNB (Pediatrics)/ DCH (Child Health).
Who should pursue an Advanced Fellowship in Neonatology?
This fellowship is ideal for pediatricians who wish to strengthen their expertise in neonatal intensive care, high-risk newborn management, neonatal emergencies, and evidence-based neonatal practice. It is particularly suitable for doctors working in hospitals, NICUs, newborn care units, and pediatric departments who want to advance their clinical knowledge while continuing their professional practice.
Is the Advanced Fellowship in Neonatology delivered online?
Yes. The programme follows a flexible online learning model that enables practicing doctors to continue their clinical responsibilities while pursuing advanced neonatal education. The curriculum includes structured learning modules, expert-led sessions, case-based discussions, and evidence-based educational resources designed specifically for working healthcare professionals.
Can I continue my clinical practice while pursuing the Advanced Fellowship in Neonatology?
Yes. The flexible online learning format allows doctors to continue working in hospitals, clinics, or academic settings while completing the fellowship. Participants can learn at their own pace without interrupting their professional responsibilities, making the programme suitable for practicing pediatricians.
Does the Advanced Fellowship in Neonatology include practical clinical training?
This neonatal fellowship focuses on enhancing clinical knowledge through interactive case studies, theoretical modules, and expert discussions, rather than hands-on clinical training.
What advanced clinical competencies will I develop during the Advanced Fellowship in Neonatology?
The fellowship helps doctors strengthen advanced competencies in neonatal intensive care, neonatal ventilation, neonatal resuscitation, management of extremely preterm infants, neonatal sepsis, hemodynamic stabilisation, neonatal jaundice, fluid and electrolyte management, and evidence-based clinical decision-making. These competencies help pediatricians build greater confidence when managing critically ill newborns in modern neonatal practice.
What kind of certification will I receive?
Upon completion of the advanced neonatal fellowship program from Medigrad, successful participants will be awarded 2 certifications-
(i) Advanced Fellowship in Neonatology from Medigrad (Singapore) with The CPD Standards (UK) accreditation
(ii) Advanced Fellowship in Neonatology from The CPD Standards (UK) – with 60 CPD hours
Both certificates will be issued online and the original hard copy will be sent through post, are valid for life, and are verifiable online.
How does this fellowship benefit my career?
Completing this fellowship will significantly enhance your expertise in neonatal care, making you eligible for roles in neonatal ICUs, specialized hospitals, and research positions.
Is it a recognized program by the Medical Council of India?
The Medical Council of India has no jurisdiction over any programme delivered via online or blended learning platforms. These fellowship courses are not intended to be a substitute for formal medical education or specialization. Nonetheless, it seeks to provide doctors with the knowledge and tools they need to support and improve their patient care skills.
Can Indian foreign medical graduates apply for Medigrad’s Advanced Neonatal Fellowship?
Indian foreign medical graduates first need to clear FMGE (Foreign Medical Graduate Examination), i.e., a screening test for international medical graduates, to be eligible to obtain the registration certificate from the National Medical Commission (NMC) or State Medical Council (SMC) & practice medicine in the country. Once the registration certificate is obtained, the Indian foreign medical graduate can apply for Medigrad’s Advanced Neonatal Fellowship.
Dr. Sridhar Kalyanasundaram
- DM (Neonatology), MD (Pediatrics), FRCPCH, CCST (UK)
- Consultant Neonatologist, Mediclinic Al Jowhara Hospital, Al Ain, UAE
Dr. Sridhar Kalyanasundaram is a renowned consultant Neonatologist well known for his teaching on his YouTube channel and educational groups to support quality care in Neonatology. He completed his medical training at Stanley Medical College, Chennai, and specialized in Pediatrics and Neonatology from JIPMER and PGIMER, India. He earned his MRCPCH (UK) and FRCPCH, and has been on the UK General Medical Council’s Specialist Register since 2005. He worked as a Consultant Neonatologist at prestigious hospitals in the UK, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi, and is currently a Consultant at Al Jowhara Hospital, UAE. He has been an MRCPCH examiner since 2010 and is an NRP instructor.
Program Accreditation by
The CPD Standards, UK
Mentor-Led Program by
Dr. Sridhar Kalyanasundaram
This program includes
- Study Material
- LMS access with e-books & recorded videos
- Live Interactive Sessions*
- Certificate of Completion
Eligibility for Program
MD, DNB, DCH
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