Dominican Hospital NICU 1555 Soquel Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

Welcome to the Dominican Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), located at 1555 Soquel Drive, Santa Cruz, California. We are proud to offer exceptional neonatal care as a Level III NICU, in partnership with Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford. Our 14-bed facility is equipped to care for premature babies and those requiring both simple and complex intensive care, right here in the heart of the Central Coast.

At Dominican Hospital NICU, we provide state-of-the-art technology and expert medical staff to ensure that each infant receives the highest quality of care. Our dedicated team, including Stanford neonatologists and NICU-certified nurses, offers round-the-clock support to newborns and their families, all while keeping them close to home.

We understand that every baby is unique, which is why we create a customized plan of care tailored to meet the individual needs of each infant and their family. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates from admission through discharge to ensure the best possible outcomes and patient satisfaction.

Our specialized transport team is available 24/7 to travel to hospitals throughout the region, ensuring that infants in need of intensive care can be safely brought to our NICU. This is just one example of our commitment to community outreach.

We cherish the opportunity to build lasting relationships with our NICU families, hosting an annual reunion celebration for our "baby graduates" and their families. We love to see how your children are growing and thriving each year.

Choose Dominican Hospital NICU for compassionate, expert care and a supportive environment for your newborn. Your family's journey is our top priority.