Pediatric Center

Pediatric Center

At the Pediatric Center of MedPark Hospital, we nurture childhood health with unwavering dedication and cutting-edge expertise, overseeing the healthcare of children from birth to 15 years of age. We offer comprehensive pediatric care, addressing general healthcare needs and managing complex diseases for infants, children, and those in critical conditions. At the Pediatric Center, experienced pediatricians, subspecialists, and specialized nurses work collaboratively with 24/7 availability to deliver dedicated pediatric care.

We understand the immense importance of children to their parents; hence, the center is committed to delivering prompt diagnostic and treatment services. Our pediatricians are specialists in wide-ranging fields, addressing respiratory diseases, allergies, cardiac disorders, gastrointestinal issues, neurological disorders, infectious diseases, endocrine disorders, and cancers. This expertise extends to infants and children in critical condition who may need care in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) or Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). Our specialists collaborate with diverse groups of healthcare professionals, including nutritionists, child development interventionists, physical therapists, speech therapists, pediatric ophthalmologists, and dentists.

Moreover, our center hosts the Breastfeeding Clinic, accredited with the IBCLC Care Award 2023. Here, mothers can receive consultations and support to achieve their goals of nurturing their children with breast milk.

Why the Pediatric Center at MedPark Hospital?

• Pediatric Expertise: Our pediatric specialists bring extensive experience and knowledge in treating ill children. 
• Treatment with Compassion: Collaborating with pediatric specialists and multidisciplinary health professionals, we ensure swift diagnosis and timely treatment with gentle care. 
• Readiness for Complex Cases: MedPark Hospital boasts a well-staffed NICU and PICU, providing 24/7 close care by pediatric critical-care nurse specialists for complex disease treatments. 
• Safety-Centric Design: Our center features separate areas for pediatric patients and babies attending vaccination or health checkups. Mothers seeking breastfeeding consultation also benefit from a segregated space. Additionally, our negative pressure room minimizes the risk of airborne pathogen transmission. 
• Multidisciplinary Team for Holistic Care: Our comprehensive team includes nutritionists, child development specialists, and speech therapists, ensuring holistic childcare. 
• Breastfeeding Clinic with IBCLC Care Awards 2023: MedPark holds certification from the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners® (IBLCE®) for exceptional breastfeeding care. 
• Lactation Rooms: For the convenience of mothers, our center is equipped with lactation rooms to facilitate breastfeeding privacy while waiting to see the doctor.

Diseases and Conditions

• Pediatric heart diseases 
  
  • Congenital heart disease 
  • Heart failure 
  • Heart disease in adolescent
• Pediatric kidney diseases 
  
  • Urinary tract infection 
  • Acute and chronic nephritis 
  • Nephrotic Syndrome
  • Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
  • Urinary tract disorders 
  • Urinary hesitancy 
  • Hematuria
  • Frequent urination
• Pediatric allergy and immunology 
  
  • Cow’s milk allergy
  • Asthma 
  • Chronic sinusitis 
  • Urticaria  
• Pediatric endocrine disorders 
  
  • Short stature 
  • Growth hormone deficiency 
  • Precocious puberty 
  • Child obesity 
  • Child diabetes 
  • Thyroid disorders 
  • Vitamin D deficiency 
  • Menstrual disorders
• Pediatric neurological disorders 
  
  • Epilepsy 
  • Encephalitis 
  • Meningitis
• Pediatric pulmonology and critical care 
  
  • Coughs 
  • Snoring 
  • Pneumonia 
  • Severe infection 
  • Shock 
  • Trauma 
• Gastrointestinal disorders 
  
  • Gastric disorders 
  • GERD 
  • Acute and chronic abdominal pain 
  • Chronic constipation 
  • Chronic diarrhea 
  • Blood in stools 
  • Food allergies 
  • Celiac disease 
  • Crohn’s disease 
  • Ulcerative colitis
  • Liver disease 
  • Fatty liver 
  • Irritable bowel syndrome 
  • Malabsorption syndrome 
• Pediatric infectious diseases
  
  • Dengue fever 
  • Chikungunya 
  • Lymphadenopathy
  • Multi-drug resistance infection 
  • Infections in immunocompromised host 
  • Fever of unknown origin 
  • Tuberculosis 
• Nutritional disorders 
  
  • Malnutrition 
  • Obesity
• Genetic disorders 
  
  • Down syndrome 
  • Color blindness
• Cancer and hematological diseases
  
  • Pediatric cancers
  • Anemia 
  • Thalassemia
• Pediatric and adolescent psychiatry 
  
  • ADHD 
  • Learning disability 
  • Depression
  • Consultation on proper child-rearing and parental practices
• Child development stimulation 
  
  • Learning disability 
  • Behavioral disorders 
  • Speech disorder, poor communication skill
• Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) 
  
  • Premature newborns 
  • Low birth weight 
  • Neonatal complications

Tests and procedures

• Allergy skin test
• Oral food challenge test
• Precocious puberty (GnRH test)
• Tongue-tie release 
• Organ transplantation care 
• Advanced life support equipment
• Assessment and analysis for learning disability
• Assessment for behavioral disorders
• Speech therapy 
• Occupational therapy

Internationally Certified Breastfeeding Clinic

Breastfeeding Clinic at MedPark Hospital, acknowledging the significance of breastfeeding, is driven by a dedicated team of pediatric specialists and medical professionals. These experts have successfully undergone the rigorous certification process established by the globally recognized International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners® (IBLCE®) and the International Lactation Consultant Association® (ILCA®). We aim to instill confidence and offer unwavering support to mothers, ensuring successful breastfeeding for every newborn. The services provided at the Breastfeeding Clinic include:

• Guidance on breastfeeding positioning.
• Techniques for breastfeeding twins.
• Consultation on relieving sore nipples during breastfeeding.
• Non-surgical treatment for mastitis.
• Tips for building a breast milk stock.
• Techniques for effectively increasing breast milk supply.

Our NICU is ready to care for every newborn problem.

The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at MedPark Hospital boasts highly experienced pediatric neonatal specialists and a range of medical equipment, technologies, and designs to enhance the safety of newborns and premature babies. These include:

• High-frequency oscillator ventilator for infants with respiratory problems.
• Neonatal resuscitation equipment and supplies.
• Newborn incubator for warmth and temperature control.
• Operating room within the NICU for emergency surgery, minimizing risk and eliminating the need for time-consuming transfers.
• Negative pressure room to prevent airborne pathogen transmission and accommodate infants with infectious diseases.

Occupational Therapy for Child Development Stimulation

Beyond addressing the physical well-being of children, fostering their overall development is a key focus. To this end, the Pediatric Center at MedPark Hospital provides occupational therapy services through an experienced multidisciplinary team, including child development specialists, nutritionists, speech therapists, and pediatric physical therapists. The clinic offers various forms of occupational therapy to stimulate child development, such as:

• Speech therapy: Addressing speech problems and communication disabilities in children.
• Behavioral disorder intervention: Targeting and addressing behavioral disorders in children.
• Learning disability intervention: Providing support and intervention for learning disabilities in children.

Packages

• Pediatric vaccine package
• Children's eye exam packages
• Precocious puberty hormone package
• Skin prick test package