A New Era in Newborn Care: Shanbhag Hospital and Ovum Hospital Partner to Open Advanced NICU in North Bangalore

Bengaluru, November 1, 2025 (pressrelease.in) — BANGALORE, November 1, 2025

Every newborn deserves the healthiest start in life — and now, families in North Bangalore can access advanced neonatal care closer to home. Shanbhag Hospital, in partnership with Ovum Woman and Child Speciality Hospitals, has inaugurated a Level 2 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) designed to deliver clinical excellence wrapped in compassion.

A Partnership Rooted in Trust and Expertise

For more than three decades, Shanbhag Hospital has been a trusted destination for women’s and child healthcare, renowned for its warmth, empathy, and medical integrity. Founded by experts in Paediatrics and Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Shanbhag Hospital has nurtured generations of families with personalised care and attention.

Through its collaboration with Ovum Hospitals, a leading network specialising in maternal and child health, Shanbhag Hospital is expanding its reach to provide comprehensive neonatal support. Ovum brings globally trained neonatologists, cutting-edge infrastructure, and clinical best practices, setting new benchmarks for quality and safety in newborn care.

Voices from the Collaboration

Dr. M. J. Rajashekar, Managing Director, Ananya & Shanbhag Hospitals, said:

“This partnership goes beyond medicine — it’s a shared mission to support families when they need it most. Together with Ovum, we’re creating an environment where expertise meets empathy, ensuring every child receives world-class care from their very first breath.”

Dr. Lingaraj Mulage, Consultant Paediatrician & Neonatologist, Ovum Hospital, added:

“At Ovum, we believe every baby deserves a strong start. Our collaboration with Shanbhag Hospital allows us to extend advanced neonatal services to North Bangalore families, empowering parents with the confidence that their little one is in expert hands.”

About the Level 2 NICU

The newly launched NICU features:

• 24×7 neonatal specialist coverage
  
  
• Continuous monitoring for preterm and critical newborns
  
  
• Advanced ventilator and life-support technology
  
  
• Family-friendly infrastructure to encourage parental bonding
  
  
• Integrated maternal-infant emergency response system
  
  

This unit reinforces Ananya Hospitals’ mission to make affordable, high-quality neonatal care accessible to every family, regardless of geography or background.

About Shanbhag Hospital

Shanbhag Hospital was founded with a vision to combine medical excellence with compassionate care. Over three decades, it has become a benchmark for paediatrics, obstetrics, and gynaecology in Bangalore, staying true to its philosophy of treating every patient like family.
Website: www.ananyahospitals.in

About Ovum Woman and Child Speciality Hospitals

Ovum Hospitals is a leading network dedicated to maternal and child health, delivering globally benchmarked care in neonatology, paediatrics, and maternity. Founded by doctors with international experience, Ovum’s facilities emphasise safety, empathy, and clinical excellence in every interaction.
Website: www.ovumhospitals.com

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