Weekly Highlights: Infant Celebrations
In the heart of Neuss, Germany, Lukaskrankenhaus marked a significant milestone this year with the birth of its 1000th baby, a baby boy named Ibrahim. Born on or around July 18, 2025, Ibrahim's arrival was celebrated as a momentous occasion by the hospital and shared on social media, bringing joy to the parents and staff alike.
The hospital, which recorded a total of 1,790 births in the previous year, including 39 twin births, has been a bustling hub of activity. The birth of Ibrahim as the 1000th baby suggests that by mid-July 2025, the hospital had already reached more than half of the previous year’s total births, reflecting ongoing high birth rates.
Among the recent births at Lukaskrankenhaus, the story of baby Jakob Hermes stands out. Born at the Johanna Etienne Hospital, Jakob was brought to Lukaskrankenhaus due to its attached children's clinic. His parents, Nina and Fabian Hermes, recently got married and are looking forward to starting their family. Nina, an educator in Neuss, will be taking parental leave, while Fabian, who is leaving the military, will begin a police training course in September.
Patient experiences at Lukaskrankenhaus vary, with some praising the nursing staff's efforts but also offering critical feedback regarding medical diagnostics and staff organization within the Gynäkologie department. The hospital, however, boasts a team of qualified nursing staff, including internationally trained personnel, which underscores its commitment to staffing excellence.
Dr. Dominik Garcia Piés, the head of obstetrics at Lukaskrankenhaus, expects around 1,800 births this year, signalling another busy year ahead for the hospital. Last year, the hospital welcomed sets of twins, triplets, and even quadruplets, further highlighting its role as a birthplace for multiple families.
As the 1000th birth at the Lukas occurred earlier in the year compared to 2024, it seems that the hospital is setting new records in baby deliveries. Among the proud parents this year are Hiba and Omer Alhejazi, who welcomed their newborn Ibrahim at Lukaskrankenhaus. Dr. Andreas Kremer visited Hiba and Omer to congratulate them on their new addition.
In the midst of these celebrations, it's important to remember the unique stories behind each birth. For Nina and Fabian Hermes, the arrival of Jakob marks a new chapter in their lives. Born on July 14, Jakob was 52 centimeters long and weighed 3,720 grams at birth. As they embark on this journey of parenthood, they join the many families who have chosen Lukaskrankenhaus as their home for new beginnings.
- As Lukaskrankenhaus continues to be a significant hub for family-related milestones, the Hermes family, with Nina being an educator and Fabian transitioning from the military to a police training course, are eager to start their own family journey there.
- The hospital's promise of health-and-wellness doesn't just extend to baby deliveries, but also includes lifestyle and home-and-garden aspects, as revealed by their internationally trained nursing staff and the hospital's children's clinic.
- The rise in birth rates at Lukaskrankenhaus doesn't just signify a statistical milestone; it also represents countless instances of new life and family growth, as demonstrated by the proud parents, Hiba and Omer Alhejazi, who welcomed their baby Ibrahim at the hospital.
