SCOPE OF HEALTHCARE SERVICES DEPARTMENT OF PEDIATRICS

Scope of Services: Department of Pediatrics

Introduction: The Department of Pediatrics is dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services to infants, children, and adolescents. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care through a multidisciplinary approach, focusing on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of pediatric health conditions.

General Pediatric Care:

• Routine health check-ups and physical examinations
• Immunizations and vaccination programs
• Growth and developmental assessments
• Anticipatory counseling and guidance
• Management of common childhood illnesses and injuries
• Health education and preventive care

Specialty Pediatric Services:

• Developmental Pediatrics
• Pediatric Intensive Care
• Pediatric Neurology
• Pediatric Gastroenterology
• Pediatric Endocrinology
• Pediatric Oncology
• Pediatric Pulmonology
• Pediatric Nephrology
• Pediatric Rheumatology
• Medical Genetics

Subspecialty Clinics:

• Epilepsy clinic
• Diabetes and Endocrine Clinic
• Autism and Developmental Disorders Clinic
• Muscular Dystrophy clinic
• Sickle Cell Clinic
• Genetic and Metabolic Disorders Clinic
• Adolescent Health Clinic
• Pediatric Rheumatology clinic
• Asthma and Allergy Clinic

Emergency and Acute Care:

• Pediatric emergency services
• Acute illness and injury management
• Trauma care and stabilization

Supportive and Allied Services:

• Pediatric nursing care
• Child psychology and psychiatry
• Pediatric physical therapy and rehabilitation
• Social work and family support services

Educational and Research Initiatives:

• Medical education and training programs for undergraduates, post graduates, fellows and super specialty residents
• Continuing medical education (CME) for department faculty
• Pediatric clinical research and trials
• Community outreach and health promotion programs

The Department of Pediatrics is committed to advancing the health and well-being of children through innovative care, education, and research. We strive to create a supportive and child-friendly environment that fosters healing and growth for our young patients and their families.