• Interested in being a member ? Interested Pediatric Section members can join the Neonatology SIG by contacting Jan McElroy at janmcelroypt@gmail.com  and sending in the application
  
  
• Competencies for NICU Practice Revisions
  The practice guidelines have been updated into two journal articles to appear in the fall 2009 and winter 2010 issues of Pediatric Physical Therapy. The first article focuses on clinical training models, clinical competencies, and a decision-making algorithm for neonatal physical therapy practice. The second article describes a theoretical framework, evidence from the literature, and evidence-based practice recommendations for neonatal physical therapy practice.
  
  Much thanks to our task force members, Jane Sweeney (chair), Carolyn Heriza, Yvette Blanchard, and Stacey Dusing for all their hard work on the guideline revisions.

• Current Competencies for NICU Practice
  
  The current competencies and guidelines for NICU practice can be found in the following article: Sweeney JK, Heriza CB, Reilly MA, Smith C, VanSant AF. Practice guidelines for the physical therapist in the neonatal Intensive care unit (NICU). Pediatr Phys There. 1999;11:119-132. Since articles are only available online beginning in 2001, to access this article, your best bet is to check your local library or check with work associates who may have back issues of PPT. You can also order a reprint from the British Library Fulfillment Service at www.BL.UK under "Services," then "Information & Resources," then "Articles Direct." The cost is about $12 per article, and fulfillment is quick.
  
  
• Educational Opportunities
  
  
  
• NSIG Resource Guides
  
  
  • NSIG resource guide to Videos - Committee: Anne Howard, Kelly Graham
  • NSIG resource guide to Parent Brochures - Committee: Michele Hyams
  • NSIG resource guide to Journals - Committee: Nushka Remec, Lilian Dayan-Cimadoro, Kelly Graham, Niki Hybben, Amar Singh

 

The purpose of the Neonatology SIG shall be to provide forums where Section and Association members may confer, meet, and promote high standards of practice for Families and infants at high-risk for developmental disabilities in neonatal and Outpatient settings. Objectives for the Neonatology SIG may be viewed by clicking on "SIG Bylaws" at the top of this page.