Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is proud to announce the addition of three Panda Freestanding Warmers, a significant advancement in neonatal care that will directly support newborns during birth, stabilization, and early transition to specialized care. This critical equipment was made possible through the generous support of Kosair for Kids, whose continued collaboration and support strengthen pediatric and neonatal services throughout the Bluegrass State.
The Panda Freestanding Warmers will be utilized immediately upon birth to provide a warm, controlled environment that supports neonatal transition from the womb to life outside. These warmers play a vital role in stabilizing newborns who require close monitoring, respiratory support, or resuscitation during their first moments of life. By maintaining precise thermoregulation and offering integrated monitoring and resuscitation capabilities, the warmers allow care teams to respond quickly and effectively when seconds matter most.
Due to the mobility of the Panda Warmers, they can be strategically placed to provide optimal care, maximizing the impact. The Panda Warmers can be found in Labor and Delivery, where they support routine and high-risk deliveries, and within the Pediatric Wing of the Emergency Department, where infants presenting with acute medical needs can be immediately stabilized. Once stabilized, infants may transition seamlessly to the NICU or remain under close observation as their condition allows, reducing delays in care and improving outcomes. The addition of these warmers enhances family-centered care by providing infants with immediate, comprehensive support while keeping families close during critical moments.
This investment reflects PMC’s ongoing commitment to providing advanced, compassionate care close to home. Pikeville Medical Center is deeply grateful to Kosair for Kids for making this advancement possible and for their continued dedication to improving the lives of children and families across the region. Together, PMC and Kosair for Kids are helping newborns, no matter where or how they enter our care, receive the safest, strongest start possible.