Dr Mario J Bukelo-Child Specialist in Mangalore

👶 A Tiny Fighter, A Remarkable Journey of Hope 11 Jun - 31 Jan A baby girl born at just 27 weeks of gestation and weighing only 520 grams has successfully overcome extraordinary challenges and was recently discharged after nearly three months of specialized neonatal care at Father Muller Medical College Hospital, Mangaluru. As part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team, Dr. Mario Bukelo, Consultant Paediatrician and Neonatal Medicine Specialist, led the neonatal care that supported the infant through her critical early months. The baby's treatment required intensive support for breathing, feeding, temperature regulation, infection prevention, growth, and overall development. Through the combined efforts of doctors, nurses, specialists, and the unwavering trust and cooperation of the parents, the infant steadily progressed and was discharged weighing approximately 1.6 kg, nearly three times her birth weight. This inspiring journey highlights the advances in neonatal medicine and the importance of timely specialized care for premature babies. “The parents’ unwavering trust enabled doctors and nurses to provide the best possible care. In many ways, they became an essential part of the treatment team,”-Dr Mario Dr. Mario Bukelo remains committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based neonatal care for newborns and supporting families through some of life's most challenging moments. For more details click on the link below. https://www.daijiworld.com/news/newsDisplay.aspx?newsID=1316827 Jun 11, 2026