
Pediatrician with 12 years' experience in general pediatrics, neonatology, and pediatric gastroenterology
Experience
12 years
Languages
Arabic, English, Hindi, Malayalam
Location
Abu Dhabi
Sees
children
Dr. Arif Thingal Abdul Khadir is a pediatrician with over 12 years of experience across India, Oman, and the UAE. He completed his Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery (MBBS) from Government Medical College, Trichur, and his Diploma in Pediatrics (DNB) from the National Board of Examination in India. He trained further in specialized areas, completing a postgraduate diploma in pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition from Boston and an international program on preterm nutrition from the University of Western Australia.
Dr. Arif provides comprehensive pediatric care for infants and children, with particular expertise in neonatology and pediatric nutrition. He offers thorough pediatric consultation and is known for a compassionate, evidence-based approach to child health. His career has included positions at several hospitals including KIMS Hospital in Trivandrum, Badr Al Sama Hospital in Muscat, Oman, and Gargash Hospital in Dubai before joining NMC Healthcare in Abu Dhabi.
He is well-suited for families seeking a pediatrician with solid training in newborn care and children's nutrition, as well as general developmental, infectious disease, and acute illness management in childhood.
Special interests: preterm nutrition, pediatric nutrition, infant feeding.
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Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery (MBBS)
Government Medical College, Trichur, India
Diploma in Pediatrics (DNB)
National Board of Examination, India
Postgraduate Diploma in Pediatric Gastroenterology & Nutrition
Boston
International Program on Preterm Nutrition
University of Western Australia, Australia
Pediatrician
NMC Healthcare, United Arab Emirates
Pediatrician
Gargash Hospital, United Arab Emirates
Pediatrician
Badr Al Sama Hospital, Oman
Pediatrician
KIMS Hospital, Trivandrum, India
Consultations are available in Arabic, English, Hindi, Malayalam.
NMC Healthcare — NMC Specialty Hospital, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi.
Yes — this doctor sees children.
Commonly treated: Ear Infections, Fever in Children, Gastroenteritis, Growth and Development Concerns, Malnutrition and Feeding Difficulties, Neonatal Jaundice, Respiratory Infections.
Profile compiled from NMC Healthcare's public website (see original profile via the booking link). Data is informational, not medical advice.
NMC Specialty Hospital Abu Dhabi
Area - Zayed The First St - near Sama Tower - Al Danah - Zone 1 - Abu Dhabi
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