Newborn Surgery

Dr. Akshay Baheti offers expert surgical care for newborns, specialising in the treatment of congenital and acquired conditions that require immediate or early intervention. His services include the management of common conditions like Hirschsprung disease, oesophageal atresia, congenital diaphragmatic hernia, and birth defects of the intestines, urinary tract, and genitalia.

Using advanced, minimally invasive techniques, Dr. Baheti ensures the safest outcomes with minimal disruption to the newborn's health and development. With a compassionate and patient-focused approach, he provides families with clear communication and ongoing support, ensuring a smooth recovery process for the most delicate patients.

What is Newborn Surgery?

Newborn (neonatal) surgery involves the diagnosis and surgical correction of congenital abnormalities identified at birth or shortly after—many of which are detected even before delivery through antenatal ultrasound. Because newborns, particularly premature infants, require highly specialised surgical and anaesthetic care, timing, precision, and gentle handling are critical to achieving safe outcomes for these vulnerable patients.

Conditions Treated

• Oesophageal atresia and tracheo-oesophageal fistula
• Congenital diaphragmatic hernia
• Hirschsprung's disease
• Anorectal malformations (imperforate anus)
• Intestinal atresia and malrotation
• Necrotising enterocolitis
• Abdominal wall defects (gastroschisis, omphalocele)
• Posterior urethral valves and other urinary tract anomalies
• Ambiguous genitalia and genital birth defects
• Congenital lung malformations

Benefits of Specialised Neonatal Surgical Care

• Timely intervention: Early correction of conditions that can affect feeding, breathing, or growth
• Minimally invasive techniques: Used where safe and appropriate to reduce trauma to fragile newborns
• Specialised neonatal expertise: Surgical planning tailored to the unique physiology of newborns and preemies
• Close monitoring: Coordinated care with neonatal intensive care teams before and after