Pediatrics

Pediatrics

Pediatric care in Abu Dhabi for newborns, children and teenagers, with pediatric specialists, emergency care, NICU, PICU and advanced child health services.

Advanced diagnostics, evidence-based treatments, and multidisciplinary care across 15+ pediatric subspecialties.

Pediatric care in Abu Dhabi for newborns, infants, children and teenagers, covering routine health needs, urgent conditions and complex cases that require specialist input. The pediatric hospital at Burjeel Medical City brings together emergency medicine, advanced diagnostics, pediatric surgery, Level III NICU, 24/7 PICU, rehabilitation and more than 15 pediatric subspecialties under one roof. For children who need orthopedic, neurological, cardiac, oncological or other specialist care, teams work together within the same facility rather than across separate referrals. Families are supported by nurse navigators, child-life specialists and multilingual care coordinators from diagnosis through treatment and long-term follow-up.

15+

pediatric subspecialties under one roof

NICU

expertise in extreme prematurity (as early as 23 weeks)

24/7

Pediatric Emergency Department staffed by specialists

Comprehensive

Pediatric Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) Program

Common Conditions & Subspecialty Clinics.

  • Endoscopy, capsule studies, and pH probe monitoring
  • Biopsies, polypectomy, foreign body removal
  • Nutrition and feeding support
  • Genetic/metabolic evaluations

  • Childhood cancers and blood disorders
  • Autologous, allogenic, and haploidentical bone marrow transplants
  • Multidisciplinary tumor boards
  • Long-term post-BMT care and vaccination

  • Limb deformity correction and lengthening
  • Spinal deformities, scoliosis, cerebral palsy
  • Craniosynostosis, spina bifida, hydrocephalus
  • Pediatric trauma and sports injuries

  • Airway reconstruction, cochlear implants, tracheoplasty
  • Cleft lip/palate repair and craniofacial surgery
  • Vascular anomalies, pediatric tumors
  • Pediatric burns and trauma reconstruction

  • Physiotherapy, occupational, and speech therapy
  • Autism, ADHD, and behavioral clinics
  • Advanced robotic rehab, hydrotherapy, spider cage, gait lab
  • Pediatric psychology, CBT, and learning support

  • Epilepsy, neuromuscular, and developmental disorders
  • EEG, EMG, and nerve conduction studies
  • Neurocognitive and autism spectrum assessments
  • Botox therapy for spasticity

  • Congenital and acquired heart diseases
  • Diagnostic and interventional catheterization
  • Electrophysiology studies and ablation
  • Pacemaker/AICD implantation and follow-up

  • Respiratory failure and invasive ventilation
  • Severe sepsis and multi-organ dysfunction
  • Advanced neuromonitoring and renal replacement therapy
  • ECMO and nitric oxide therapy

  • Extreme prematurity (23 weeks onwards)
  • Congenital anomalies (cardiac, pulmonary, GI, neurological)
  • Severe respiratory failure, pulmonary hypertension, infections
  • Metabolic and nutritional disorders

Procedures & Treatments.

Pediatric trauma, oncology, and transplant surgeries

Fetal surgery (spina bifida, CDH repair)

Neonatal and pediatric minimally invasive surgery

Invasive/non-invasive ventilation, ECMO, CRRT

Videofluoroscopy and swallowing assessments

EEG, EMG, cardiac and pulmonary function testing

PET CT, DEXA, nuclear medicine scans

Pediatric MRI/CT under anesthesia

Cognitive-behavioral therapy and developmental programs

Speech and feeding therapy for cleft palate/neurological disorders

Hydrotherapy and virtual-reality rehabilitation

Walkbot G, Gloreha, Motomed robotic therapies

Care Pathway & Coordination.

1
Referral / Admission

Referral / Admission

From maternity, ER, or other hospitals

2

Comprehensive Assessment

Comprehensive Assessment

Diagnostics, stabilization, and care planning

3

Multidisciplinary Team Review

Multidisciplinary Team Review

Daily coordination across subspecialties

4

Active Treatment

Active Treatment

Critical care, surgery, medical therapy, or transplant

5

Rehabilitation & Recovery

Rehabilitation & Recovery

Therapy, developmental support, and family education

6

Follow-up & Transition

Follow-up & Transition

Long-term monitoring, vaccination, outpatient support

State-of-the-art NICU & PICU with advanced monitoring

Pediatric operating theatres with minimally invasive surgical systems

ECMO, nitric oxide, advanced ventilators, renal replacement therapy

Walkbot G, Gloreha, Vibra Moov, Gait Lab, and hydrotherapy pools

Pediatric neuro and cardiac diagnostic suites

Negative-pressure rooms and specialized infection-control infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions.

Do you care for premature babies as early as 23 weeks?

Yes, our NICU is equipped for extreme prematurity with advanced ventilation and life-support systems.

Do you provide pediatric bone marrow transplants?

Yes.We offer autologous, allogenic, and haploidentical BMTs with full multidisciplinary pre- and post-transplant care.

What rehabilitation options are available?

We provide robotic-assisted therapies, hydrotherapy, physiotherapy, occupational and speech therapy, as well as behavioral and psychological support.

How is care coordinated for children with complex needs?

Through daily multidisciplinary meetings, seamless integration between subspecialists, and family-centered planning.

What pediatric subspecialties are available?

Burjeel Medical City provides pediatric subspecialties such as pediatric cardiology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, nephrology, neuroscience, oncology, pulmonology, surgery, neonatology, PICU, and general pediatrics.

Are NICU and PICU services available?

Yes. Burjeel Medical City provides NICU care for premature, low-birth-weight, and critically ill newborns, along with PICU care for children who need advanced monitoring, intensive treatment, or critical care support.

Does the hospital treat complex pediatric conditions?

Yes. Burjeel Medical City treats complex pediatric conditions through coordinated care across pediatric subspecialties, NICU, PICU, pediatric surgery, pediatric neuroscience, oncology, pulmonology, cardiology, and other specialist services

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