The Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at Al Khalidi Hospital & Medical Center is a specialized department dedicated to providing the highest standard of critical care for infants, children, and adolescents with acute and life-threatening conditions. Newly renovated and cutting-edge, our PICU delivers precise, round-the-clock intensive care with a strict 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratio—ensuring continuous monitoring of vital signs including respiratory rate, heart rate, oxygen levels, and blood pressure.
Advanced Pediatric Critical Care Services
The unit features 5 fully equipped, state-of-the-art pediatric intensive care beds.
A multidisciplinary medical team of specialized pediatric intensivists and pediatric critical care nurses capable of evaluating, diagnosing, and treating complex pediatric emergencies.
Comprehensive post-operative pediatric surgical care following major procedures, such as open-heart surgery, pediatric cardiac surgery, and cardiac catheterization interventions, supported by 24/7 dedicated nursing and bedside specialist monitoring.
Equipped with the latest mechanical ventilators, advanced life support systems, and intelligent patient monitoring technologies.
Delivery of specialized intensive therapies and critical interventions exclusively performed in a dedicated PICU environment.
Application of evidence-based clinical protocols to optimize patient outcomes and accelerate clinical recovery.
Continuous vital sign tracking and precision care plans to maximize patient safety and treatment efficacy.
Integrated collaboration with pediatric subspecialists, pediatric cardiologists, and surgeons to deliver seamless, multi-specialty pediatric healthcare at international quality and safety standards.
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit – PICU FAQs
What medical equipment and technologies are available in the PICU?
The Pediatric Intensive Care Unit consists of 5 fully equipped beds featuring the latest international critical care technologies. Equipment includes advanced mechanical ventilators, smart multiparameter monitors, point-of-care diagnostics, and essential life support systems to administer specialized therapies exclusively managed within a tertiary PICU setting.
Who is responsible for the child’s care and clinical management in the PICU?
Care is managed by a multidisciplinary team of specialized pediatric intensivists, consultant pediatricians, and certified critical care nurses with extensive experience in pediatric acute medicine. Our specialists conduct continuous bedside rounds and adjust treatment plans immediately based on real-time clinical responses.
Does the PICU provide specialized post-operative care for pediatric heart surgery?
Yes, the PICU at Al Khalidi Hospital serves as a premier regional center for post-operative pediatric cardiac care. Following open-heart surgery or therapeutic cardiac catheterization, young patients are immediately admitted to receive 1:1 dedicated nursing, advanced hemodynamic support, and continuous organ-function monitoring, making us a trusted regional destination for complex pediatric surgeries.
What conditions and pediatric cases are admitted to the PICU?
Our PICU admits infants and children suffering from acute medical illnesses, severe respiratory distress, sepsis, and critical conditions requiring invasive monitoring. The unit also provides comprehensive surgical recovery for major pediatric interventions, including open-heart operations, neurological procedures, and complex interventions.
How is continuous and accurate vital sign monitoring ensured?
The unit operates under a strict 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratio. This dedicated model guarantees unbroken bedside observation and real-time monitoring of respiration, heart rate, oxygen saturation, and blood pressure, ensuring immediate response to any clinical changes.
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