Al Khalidi Hospital & Medical Center houses a dedicated multidisciplinary medical team specializing in pediatric medicine and neonatology. An experienced pediatrician is on-site 24 hours a day, collaborating closely with senior pediatric and pediatric surgical consultants. Furthermore, our specialized pediatric nursing staff is comprehensively trained and certified to deliver compassionate, high-level clinical care for our young patients.
Our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) are fully equipped with state-of-the-art life-support technologies, backed by an expert clinical team committed to evaluating and addressing the critical and specialized needs of newborns, infants, and children across every stage of development.
Department of Pediatrics & Neonatology at Al Khalidi Hospital
The Department of Pediatrics and Neonatology at Al Khalidi Hospital provides a continuous spectrum of medical care starting from the immediate assessment of newborns at birth, extending through routine developmental screenings, treatment of acute and chronic childhood illnesses, up to specialized pediatric surgical interventions.
Specialized Clinical Units & Services
1. Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
- Advanced clinical care for preterm neonates, low birth weight infants, and babies facing respiratory distress or congenital complications.
- Intelligent closed incubators providing a sterile, temperature-controlled environment simulating the maternal womb with real-time multiparameter monitoring.
- Treatment of severe neonatal jaundice using high-intensity phototherapy units.
- Dedicated neonatal and infant mechanical ventilators including high-frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV) for acute respiratory distress.
2. Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
- Critical care management for children suffering from life-threatening medical conditions, severe infections, or septic complications.
- High-dependency postoperative care following major general, thoracic, and neurosurgical procedures.
- Specialized one-to-one nursing care protocols to maintain constant, vigilant monitoring of vital parameters.
3. Outpatient Pediatric Clinics, Growth Tracking & Immunization
- Comprehensive pediatric vaccination programs adhering strictly to WHO and Jordanian Ministry of Health guidelines.
- Developmental and nutritional assessments: tracking physical growth, cognitive milestones, and managing childhood malnutrition or failure to thrive.
- Diagnosis and treatment of childhood asthma, respiratory allergies, and recurrent upper airway infections.
- Management of pediatric gastroenterological disorders, including chronic constipation, acid reflux (GERD), and food intolerances.
4. Pediatric Diagnostic & Surgical Interventions
- Routine and specialized pediatric surgical procedures, including inguinal and umbilical hernia repairs, undescended testes (orchiopexy), and safe neonatal circumcision.
- Rapid child-friendly digital radiology and pediatric laboratory services designed to reduce patient anxiety and minimize radiation exposure.
Why Choose Pediatric Care at Al Khalidi Hospital?
- 24/7 On-Site Pediatricians: Continuous presence of in-house pediatric physicians within the emergency department and inpatient floors for rapid assessment.
- Leading Pediatric Consultants: Direct access to prestigious consultant pediatricians, pediatric surgeons, and pediatric cardiologists.
- Child-Friendly Hospital Environment: Comfortably designed suites and treatment areas created to alleviate stress for both young patients and their families.
- Accredited Clinical Excellence: Fully compliant with rigorous international safety and infection control benchmarks (JCI and HCAC certified).
Pediatrics & Neonatology FAQs
Is there an on-duty pediatrician available 24/7 at Al Khalidi Hospital?
Yes, Al Khalidi Hospital provides a resident pediatrician on duty 24/7 within our Emergency Department to evaluate acute childhood illnesses immediately, with prompt on-call consultant escalation available at all times.
What clinical conditions are admitted to the Neonatal ICU (NICU)?
The NICU admits premature infants, low birth weight newborns, infants experiencing respiratory distress syndrome (RDS), neonatal infections, severe jaundice requiring intensive therapy, and babies born through high-risk deliveries.
Are routine childhood vaccination programs available at the hospital?
Yes, we provide full childhood immunization schedules in accordance with the World Health Organization (WHO) and Jordan’s National Vaccination Program, administered in a safe and structured clinical environment.
When should I immediately bring my child to the pediatric ER?
Immediate emergency evaluation is required if your child exhibits high fever (especially under 3 months of age), rapid or labored breathing, febrile seizures, continuous vomiting/diarrhea with signs of dehydration, or persistent lethargy and unresponsiveness.
What routine screenings are performed on newborns immediately after delivery?
Every newborn undergoes an immediate clinical examination by a pediatrician assessing Apgar score, heart and lung function, neurological reflexes, birth weight, and blood group/bilirubin checks to rule out any congenital anomalies.
How can I book an appointment or consultation?