If a newborn has severe jaundice, it is important to consider the type of hospital you visit. If you go to a specialized children's hospital or a larger tertiary hospital with a pediatric department, there are generally specific outpatient services for newborns where you can seek treatment either at the newborn specialty clinic or at the general pediatric outpatient clinic. If it is outside of regular working hours, such as at noon, in the evening, on weekends, or during public holidays, it is usually appropriate to visit the pediatric emergency department. If you go to a smaller scale hospital, or a clinic or health center, you should see a pediatrician if one is available; if not, you should see an internal medicine doctor. Regardless of the situation or which hospital or doctor you visit, if the newborn's jaundice progressively worsens, it is advisable to seek medical attention at a larger hospital for examination and treatment.