Best Pediatricians in United Arab Emirates

Dr. Ayman W. El-Hattab is an internationally renowned Consultant in Clinical Genetics at Burjeel Medical City, Abu Dhabi, with 20 years of experience.

He specializes in rare genetic disorders, metabolic diseases, neurodevelopmental genetics, and hereditary disease counseling.

Triple American Board certified, Dr. El-Hattab delivers cutting-edge genomic medicine and rare disease clinical care.

Dr. Claire Shannon is an eminent Consultant Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon at Burjeel Medical City, Abu Dhabi, with 15 years of experience.

She specializes in pediatric limb lengthening, complex deformity correction, congenital pseudarthrosis of tibia, and foot deformities.

Trained at the renowned Paley Institute in the USA, Dr. Shannon provides cutting-edge reconstructive orthopedic surgical care.

Dr. Dhaval P. Darji is a distinguished Specialist Paediatrician & Intensivist at Medcare Hospital, Sharjah, bringing over 8 years of specialized clinical experience.

He specializes in critical care management in pediatric intensive care (picu) for respiratory failure and shock; advanced invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation strategies for critically ill children.

Holding prestigious credentials including Fellowship in Pediatric Critical Care, Dr. Darji is dedicated to delivering evidence-based, compassionate care.

Dr. Edilson Forlin is an internationally recognised Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon with over 25 years of experience in treating bone, joint, and muscle conditions in children. He specialises in managing clubfoot, hip dysplasia, cerebral palsy, and other congenital and acquired orthopaedic disorders. 

Since moving to Dubai in 2019, he has treated more than 2,000 children, helping them improve their mobility and quality of life. Dr. Forlin is also well known for introducing the Ponseti method for clubfoot treatment outside the United States.

Why Choose Dr. Edilson Forlin?

• Over 25 Years of Experience: He has extensive experience in treating a wide range of paediatric orthopaedic conditions and performing complex surgeries in children.
• Expert in Clubfoot Treatment: He trained directly under Dr. Ignacio Ponseti at the University of Iowa and is recognised as one of the pioneers of the Ponseti method outside the United States.
• Trusted Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon: Since joining Dubai in 2019, he has successfully treated more than 2,000 paediatric patients.
• Strong Academic Background: He has published over 25 research papers, contributed 22 book chapters, and delivered more than 150 presentations at international orthopaedic conferences.
• International Training: He completed advanced fellowships at the Alfred I. duPont Institute for Children in Delaware and Seattle Children's Hospital in the United States.
• Professional Leadership: He served as the President of the Brazilian Pediatric Orthopaedic Society, reflecting his contribution to advancing paediatric orthopaedic care and education.

Dr. Farah Osamah AlSheikh Bakrou is a skilled Pediatric Intensive Care Specialist at Burjeel Medical City, Abu Dhabi, with 6 years of practice.

She specializes in pediatric critical care, acute respiratory distress, post-operative pediatric stabilization, and pediatric life support.

Holding Master's credentials in Pediatrics, Dr. Bakrou provides vigilant, life-saving critical medical care for infants and children.

Dr. Fadia Al-Jburi is a trusted Consultant Pediatrician at Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi, offering 22 years of clinical expertise in child healthcare across the UAE.

Her clinical repertoire encompasses acute childhood illnesses, childhood respiratory conditions, pediatric gastroenteritis, allergic disorders, and child development tracking.

Holding Arab Board certification in Pediatrics, Dr. Al-Jburi provides comforting, family-centered medical care for newborns, infants, and growing children.

Dr. Fouzia Nambiatheyil Aboobacker is an eminent Consultant Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist at Burjeel Medical City, Abu Dhabi, with 20 years of practice.

She specializes in pediatric acute leukemias, lymphomas, bone marrow failure, thalassemia, and sickle cell disease in children.

Holding MD and super-specialty fellowships in Pediatric Oncology, Dr. Aboobacker provides compassionate, life-saving care.

Dr. Hany Alrefaey Alhendawy is a premier Consultant Pediatrician at Burjeel Medical City, Abu Dhabi, with 18 years of clinical experience.

He specializes in general pediatrics, childhood allergic asthma, neonatal follow-up, and pediatric infectious diseases.

Holding Master's and Doctorate credentials in Pediatrics, Dr. Alhendawy provides world-class medical care for children.

Dr. Hossam EL- Din Maged Abdel-Rahman is a distinguished Consultant Paediatrician at Medcare Hospital, Sharjah, bringing over 21 years of specialized clinical experience.

He specializes in comprehensive pediatric medical assessments, well-baby surveillance, and growth tracking; specialized pediatric clinical nutrition for failure to thrive, childhood obesity, and food allergies.

Holding prestigious credentials including Diploma in Pediatric Nutrition, Dr. Abdel-Rahman is dedicated to delivering evidence-based, compassionate care.

Dr. Huda Alghefli is an accomplished Consultant Pediatric Gastroenterologist at Burjeel Medical City, Abu Dhabi, with 8 years of practice.

She specializes in pediatric inflammatory bowel disease, childhood liver disorders, food allergies, and diagnostic endoscopy.

Canadian-fellowship trained and Arab Board certified, Dr. Alghefli provides advanced, family-centered pediatric GI treatments.

Dr. Hussein Hamed is an experienced Specialist Pediatrician at Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi, possessing two decades of child healthcare practice.

He specializes in childhood respiratory conditions, gastrointestinal illnesses, acute febrile infections, and developmental growth tracking.

Holding advanced pediatric postgraduate credentials from Egypt, Dr. Hamed is known for his gentle and reassuring approach to young patients.

Dr. Isam Taha is an esteemed Senior Consultant Pediatric Surgeon at Burjeel Medical City, Abu Dhabi, with 26 years of surgical practice.

He specializes in neonatal surgical emergencies, congenital anomaly repair, pediatric inguinal hernia repair, and minimally invasive laparoscopy.

With prestigious international surgical fellowships, Dr. Taha delivers gentle, highly specialized surgical interventions for children.