Apex Multispeciality Hospital : Kopar Khairane
Paediatrician (Child Specialist) in Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai
The Paediatrics department at Apex Multispeciality Hospital, Kopar Khairane, provides general medical care for children. Paediatricians diagnose and treat common childhood illnesses such as fever, cough and cold, chest infections, stomach upsets and dehydration, and give advice on nutrition, feeding and growth.
What our paediatricians treat
Our paediatricians see children for everyday illnesses and health concerns, examine them carefully, arrange tests when needed and explain the treatment plan to parents in simple terms. Adult family members can see our general physicians in the same hospital.
Fever in children
Fever is the body’s normal response to infection and is the most common reason parents bring a child to the doctor. Most fevers are caused by viral infections and settle in a few days. The paediatrician looks for the cause, including infections such as dengue, malaria and typhoid that are common in Navi Mumbai, especially in the monsoon, and advises on fluids, fever medicine doses by weight, and warning signs to watch for.
Cough, cold, chest infections and wheezing
Colds and coughs are very common in young children. The paediatrician checks for chest infections such as bronchiolitis or pneumonia, ear and throat infections, and wheezing that may point to asthma. Children with breathing difficulty may need nebulisation and close monitoring.
Stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhoea and dehydration
Stomach infections can quickly make young children dehydrated. The paediatrician assesses hydration, advises on oral rehydration solution (ORS) and feeding, and decides whether the child needs a drip or further tests. Stomach pain in children has many causes, most of them minor, but some need urgent assessment.
Common childhood infections
Paediatricians treat urinary infections, ear infections, throat infections, skin infections, chickenpox, hand-foot-mouth disease and other common infections, and advise on when a child can return to school.
Skin rashes and allergies
Rashes, eczema, hives and food or dust allergies are evaluated by the paediatrician, with referral to a dermatologist or other specialist when needed.
Nutrition and feeding
Parents can get advice on breastfeeding, starting solid foods, fussy eating, poor weight gain, anaemia and healthy eating habits for growing children.
Growth and development check-ups
The paediatrician checks your child’s weight, height and development against expected milestones, and advises what to do if there are concerns about growth, speech, walking or learning.
When to take your child to emergency immediately
Go to the nearest hospital emergency department straight away if your child: has difficulty breathing or blue lips; has a fit (seizure); is unusually drowsy, floppy or hard to wake; shows signs of dehydration such as very little urine, no tears or sunken eyes; is under 3 months old with a temperature of 38°C or higher; has a stiff neck or a rash that does not fade when pressed with a glass; or has severe tummy pain. Call +91 85912 35064 or 108, or come to the Apex 24/7 Emergency department. |
Apex does not have a paediatric or newborn intensive care unit. If a child needs intensive care, the team gives first assessment and stabilisation and arranges transfer to a hospital with paediatric intensive care. [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: confirm protocol and hospital approval for this transparency line]
Our paediatric team
Child healthcare at Apex is supported by the hospital’s paediatricians:
- Nilesh Jadhav, MBBS, DCH (Paediatrician)
- Santosh Chavan, MD (Paediatrician)
OPD timings: [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: paediatric OPD days and hours]. Meet the team on our doctors page.
Paediatrician in Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai
Parents can see a paediatrician close to home, with the hospital laboratory and X-ray available for tests on the same visit. Apex Multispeciality Hospital is in Sector 19, Kopar Khairane, near MSEB, and serves patients from Kopar Khairane, Ghansoli, Vashi and nearby parts of Navi Mumbai. Get directions.
Admission for children
Some children need admission for drips, nebulisation or observation, for example with dehydration or a chest infection. [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: whether Apex admits children to the ward for general medical care, and the age range]
Book an appointment with a paediatrician. Request an appointment or call +91 85912 35064. |
Frequently asked questions
When should I take my child to a paediatrician for fever?
See a doctor if fever lasts more than 2 to 3 days, if your child is unusually sleepy or irritable, is not drinking, or if your baby is under 3 months old with any fever.
How do I know if my child is dehydrated?
Warning signs include passing very little urine, a dry mouth, no tears when crying, sunken eyes and unusual sleepiness. Seek medical help quickly.
Can a paediatrician treat asthma and wheezing in children?
Yes. The paediatrician assesses wheezing, treats flare-ups and plans ongoing care, with referral to a specialist if needed.
What age group does a paediatrician see?
Paediatricians usually care for children from birth until adolescence. [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: age range seen at Apex]
Do I need an appointment to see a paediatrician?
Booking ahead reduces waiting time. For emergencies, go straight to the emergency department.