Neonatologists are Pediatricians who have done additional training of 2-3 years to specialize in the care of premature and ill newborns. There are three full-time Neonatologists at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center who care for infants in the NICU. These Neonatologists are board-certified, indicating that they have completed approved training programs and passed the certifying examinations.

Neonatal Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants are "physician extenders" who are very experienced and provide day-to-day care of the sick and convalescing infants.

Respiratory Therapists assist in the management of newborn breathing problems. NICU Nurses are a special group of nurses trained to care for critically ill infants and their families.

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