Paediatric Endocrinology in Dubai & Sharjah

Our Paediatric Endocrinology Department 

The paediatric endocrinology department at Medcare provides high-quality, personalized care for children and adolescents with hormonal and endocrine disorders. Because each growing body responds uniquely to endocrine disorders, our team has specialized knowledge of how each endocrine disorder presents and progresses across all stages of childhood.

Members of our paediatric endocrinology team work collaboratively with paediatricians, dietitians, and other specialists within a multidisciplinary practice model to develop an individualized, comprehensive care plan for each patient. All of our facilities throughout Dubai and Sharjah are certified to clinical standards recognized worldwide that exceed the expectations of each patient and family served by us.

When Should You Consult a Paediatric Endocrinologist? 

Endocrine systems within the human body must maintain a delicate balance of hormones. However, there will sometimes be times when too many or too few of certain hormones exist. These over- or under-balances can result in the release of other hormones being prevented from occurring, resulting in your child's body not functioning properly. Fortunately, the human body has mechanisms to correct these imbalances independently; however, this does not always occur without needing assistance from a health-care professional.

If your child displays any of the following symptoms, you may want to consider seeing a paediatric endocrinologist:

• grows more rapidly or more slowly than his/her peers grow
• experiences early or late onset of pubertal changes
• faces difficulty losing or gaining weight (unintentionally)
• has frequent urination, excessive thirst, and/or chronic tiredness (which could indicate diabetes)
• has tender swelling at the base of the neck or unexplained fluctuations in energy/mood that suggest a potential issue with the thyroid
• exhibits regular or irregular menstruation

Because the manifestations of endocrine disorders often mirror those found with other disorders, timely evaluation by a specialist is crucial. Our staff has sufficient training and experience to render a definitive diagnosis and design a treatment program to help your child feel better.

Specialized Services Offered by Our Paediatric Endocrinology Department in Dubai & Sharjah

Our Paediatric Endocrinology Department provides a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic services specifically designed for children/adolescents with endocrine disorders. Based upon your child’s symptoms, our team uses one or more targeted tests to make reliable diagnoses and recommendations for treatment.

Diagnostic services include the following:

• blood measurements using ultrasensitive techniques to determine hormone levels associated with the affected gland
• urine tests to determine whether your child has any underlying issues (such as infection or renal problems)
• imaging procedures (CT/MRI scans) used to evaluate tumors and assist with determining treatment strategies
• genetic testing used to identify any genetic mutations that may predispose your child to endocrine disease or impact their response to treatment

Treatment options include:

• hormone therapy, including personalized insulin management programs for diabetic children
• specifically designed non-hormonal support programs
• prescription drugs used to regulate hormone production or control symptoms associated with hormone replacement therapy
• surgery for cancerous tumors suspected or when other therapies did not achieve desired outcomes
• active surveillance of conditions like thyroid nodules; periodic testing to quickly identify potential indicators requiring further treatment

Common Paediatric Endocrine Conditions We Treat at Medcare

Our paediatric endocrinologists receive extensive training in diagnosing and managing a wide range of endocrine disorders in children and teenagers. Some examples of common endocrine disorders include:

• Type 1 & type 2 diabetes mellitus in children & adolescents
• Growth hormone deficiency/growth disorder
• Thyroid disorders: hypothyroidism/hyperthyroidism/thyroiditis
• Thyroid nodules or tumors
• Puberty-related concerns (early to late onset)
• Adrenal disorders
• Pituitary gland disorders
• Parathyroid disorders
• Polycystic ovarian syndrome in adolescent females
• Lipid disorders
• Prolactin problems
• Endocrine hypertension
• Metabolic bone disease
• Male and female hormonal imbalance
• Endocrine tumors

Each case is evaluated separately, and a care plan is developed specifically based on the requirements of the child/family.

Why Choose Paediatric Endocrinology Care at Medcare? 

Medcare offers a patient-centric approach coupled with top-notch clinical quality and cutting-edge technology that sets the stage for optimal care for your child.

Our service is available at various locations across Dubai and Sharjah, including Medcare Hospital Al Safa, Medcare Hospital Sharjah, Medcare Women & Children Hospital on Sheikh Zayed Road, and multiple medical centers throughout Al Barsha, Jumeirah, Mirdif, Marina, Motor City, Rashidiya, and JBR. As such, our multidisciplinary paediatric endocrinology services are easily accessible to families living throughout the region.

Some key factors that distinguish Medcare include the following:

• A qualified team of paediatric specialists working together in a multidisciplinary manner to address paediatric endocrine disorders
• State-of-the-art diagnostic/treatment equipment that meets international standards
• Care plans developed specifically for each child’s needs
• A nurturing environment geared toward making both children and their families feel comfortable
• Ongoing communication with families throughout every stage of diagnosis and treatment
• Evaluation programs that provide active monitoring to avoid unnecessary testing while providing close surveillance over developing conditions
• Easy access through in-person visits, home-based services, and telemed care virtual appointments