Pediatrics & Pediatrics Surgery

Pediatrics & Pediatrics Surgery

Overview

Centre for Children

Treating kids sensitively since 20 years...

At Bhaktivedanta Hospital & Research Institute, the Department of Pediatrics & Pediatric Surgery delivers comprehensive, compassionate, and specialized care for newborns, infants, children, and adolescents.

Established in 1998, the department has grown from 4 beds to 35 beds and today functions as a multispeciality tertiary care referral center for neonatal and pediatric emergencies across Mumbai.

Key Highlights
• 1000+ newborns managed every year
• 1500+ inpatient pediatric admissions annually
• Dedicated NICU & PICU
• 24×7 diagnostics, radiology, pathology & ambulance support
• All pediatric super-specialties under one roof
• Dedicated Pediatric Reception: +91 72088 14303

Why Choose Us

Families choose our centre for safe, coordinated, and complete pediatric care.

Our Strengths
• Experienced pediatric consultants, residents, and trained nurses
• Fully equipped NICU, PICU, and pediatric wards
• Comprehensive pediatric super-specialties
• Vaccination as per IAP schedule with Special Vaccines
• 24×7 emergency ambulance and diagnostic services
• Pediatric teleconsultation services
• High Risk Clinic for long-term follow-up of preterm infants

Care is delivered with a child-friendly environment, strict infection control, and established clinical protocols.

Technology & Infrastructure

  • Advanced infrastructure supports timely diagnosis and critical care.
    Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) – 11 Beds
    • Five state of art ventilators.
    • CPAP machines
    • HFOV
    • Phototherapy units
    • Servo-controlled warmers
    • Advanced multipara monitors
    • Laminar flow medication preparation
    Handles premature babies as small as 700 grams and 27 weeks gestation, along with complex medical, surgical, neurological, and cardiac conditions.

  • Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) – 4 Beds
    • Ventilation Support
    • Portable X-ray
    • 24-hour sonography
    • 2D Echo
    • CT Scan
    • 3 Tesla MRI
    • Full laboratory backup
    • Multispecialty support (cardiac, nephrology, neurology, endocrinology, etc.)

  • Diagnostic & Support Services
    • 24×7 in-house blood bank
    • Radiology and pathology services
    • ECG, EEG, bedside sonography
    • Rehabilitation therapies
    • Pulmonary function testing
    • Skin prick testing for allergy.
  • Pediatric Ward
    • Ten-bed general ward
    • Non-critical inpatient care
    • Toys and television for a child-friendly stay

Services

Comprehensive care across preventive, medical, surgical, and rehabilitative pediatrics.

General Pediatrics

• Outpatient consultations- Consultants available from 9 am to 8 pm.
• Inpatient care
• Growth & development monitoring
• Vaccination services

Pediatric Super-Specialties

Comprehensive diagnosis and management of congenital and acquired heart conditions in infants and children. Early detection, advanced cardiac evaluation, and long-term follow-up ensure safer outcomes.

Pediatric Neurology (EEG, MRI, CT scan, BERA available)

Specialized care for epilepsy, developmental delay, cerebral palsy, autism, and other neurological disorders. Supported by in-house EEG, MRI, CT scan, and BERA for accurate and timely diagnosis.

Pediatric Nephrology

Expert management of kidney and urinary tract disorders including UTIs, nephrotic syndrome, and chronic kidney disease. Focused care ensures balanced growth, renal health, and long-term monitoring.

Pediatric ENT

Diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose, throat, and airway conditions such as infections, hearing loss, tonsils, adenoids, and sinus disorders. Child-friendly care tailored to the unique needs of growing children.

Pediatric Hemato-oncology

Comprehensive care for blood disorders and childhood cancers including anemia, thalassemia, hemophilia, and leukemia. Early diagnosis and structured treatment protocols support better recovery and quality of life.

Pediatric Gastroenterology

Evaluation and treatment of digestive, intestinal, and liver conditions such as chronic abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, and liver diseases. Advanced endoscopic and colonoscopic procedures are available for children.

Pediatric Endocrine & Adolescent Clinic

Specialized management of hormonal, growth, and puberty-related concerns in children and adolescents. Personalized care supports healthy physical development and metabolic balance.

Pediatric Orthopedics

Treatment of congenital, developmental, traumatic, and sports-related musculoskeletal conditions. Coordinated orthopedic and rehabilitation care promotes faster recovery and improved mobility.

Pediatric Dentistry

Preventive and therapeutic dental care for infants, children, teenagers, and children with special needs. Emphasis on oral hygiene education and early intervention for lifelong dental health.

Pediatric Ophthalmology

Expert evaluation of childhood eye disorders including squint, refractive errors, congenital cataracts, and retinopathy of prematurity. Dedicated ophthalmic facilities ensure precise diagnosis and treatment.

Pediatric Allergy Clinic

Assessment and management of allergies, asthma, eczema, and immune-related conditions affecting children. Allergy testing and guided treatment plans help improve breathing, comfort, and daily activities.

Child Psychologist

Professional psychological support for emotional, behavioral, learning, and developmental challenges. Therapy and counselling help children build confidence, resilience, and healthy coping skills.

Clinical Geneticist

Evaluation of genetic, inherited, and congenital conditions through specialized clinical assessment and counselling. Early identification helps guide appropriate treatment and family planning decisions.

Lactation Consultant

Dedicated breastfeeding support for new mothers to promote proper feeding techniques and newborn nutrition. Personalized guidance ensures healthy growth and bonding during early infancy.

Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)

Comprehensive Critical Care for Children

The four-bedded PICU manages life-threatening medical and surgical emergencies in children above one month of age. Supported by advanced ventilation, beintensivistsg, CT scan, MRI, laboratory services, and multidisciplinary expertise across cardiology, neurology, nephrology, endocrinology, and surgery, the unit ensures rapid stabilization and continuous intensive monitoring.
Care is led by trained pediatric intensivists and nurses committed to timely intervention and improved recovery outcomes.

Pediatric Surgery

Care for children from newborn to 18 years including:

    • Newborn surgery
    • Urosurgery.
    • Gastrointestinal surgery
    • Thoracic surgery
    • Minimal access surgery
    • Hernia & appendix surgery
    • Empyema
    •Pediatric oncology procedures
Daily outpatient, inpatient, OT, and 24-hour emergency services

Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU)

Level IIIA Advanced Care for Premature & Critically Ill Newborns

Our 11-bed Level IIIA NICU provides specialized support for premature and medically complex newborns, including babies as small as 700 grams and 27 weeks of gestation. The unit is equipped with ventilators, CPAP, HFOV, phototherapy units, servo-controlled warmers, oxygen blenders, invasive lines, syringe pumps, and advanced monitoring systems to deliver structured neonatal critical care under strict infection control protocols.
High-risk infants are enrolled in a dedicated follow-up program to support healthy growth and long-term developmental outcomes.

Pediatric Rehabilitation & Child Guidance Clinic

   • Physiotherapy
   • Occupational Therapy
   • Audio Speech Therapy
   • Hearing tests (OAE, BERA, Audiometry)  
   • Child Psychology
   • Special Education for learning disabilities.
Supports children with developmental delay, autism, ADHD, speech and hearing concerns, and behavioral challenges.

High Risk Clinic

Multidisciplinary follow-up for NICU graduates and infants at risk of developmental or sensory concerns, including home visit nurse services.
24×7 Pediatric Emergency & Ambulance Services

                              Our Experts

                              Dr. Ajay Sankhe
                              Senior Consultant Pediatrician
                              Dr. Ajay Sankhe
                              Senior Consultant Pediatrician
                              Qualification : MBBS, MD (Pediatrics)
                              Years of Experience : 33 years+
                              Dr. Samrat Mehta
                              Senior Consultant Paediatrician and Neonatologist
                              Dr. Samrat Mehta
                              Senior Consultant Paediatrician and Neonatologist
                              Qualification : MBBS, MD (Pediatrics), DCH
                              Years of Experience : 30 years+
                              Dr. Anuradha Joshi
                              Consultant Pediatrician, Paediatric Allergy Specialist & Neonatologist
                              Dr. Anuradha Joshi
                              Consultant Pediatrician, Paediatric Allergy Specialist & Neonatologist
                              Qualification : MBBS, MD (Pediatrics), DPAA
                              Years of Experience : 15 years+
                              Dr. Sandeep Garg
                              Consultant Pediatric Intensivist & Cardiologist
                              Dr. Sandeep Garg
                              Consultant Pediatric Intensivist & Cardiologist
                              Qualification : MD (Paediatrics), DNB, Fellowship In Paediatric Cardiology
                              Years of Experience : 11 years+
                              Dr. Pradeep Shenoy
                              Consultant Pediatric Surgeon
                              Dr. Pradeep Shenoy
                              Consultant Pediatric Surgeon
                              Qualification : MS, MCh (Pediatric Surgery)
                              Years of Experience : 22 years+
                              Dr. Omkar Hajirnis
                              Consultant Pediatric Neurologist
                              Dr. Omkar Hajirnis
                              Consultant Pediatric Neurologist
                              Qualification : MD DNB (Pediatrics) MRCPCH (UK), Fellowship In Pediatric Neurology
                              Years of Experience : 7 years+
                              Dr. Yogendra Sanghavi
                              Consultant Pediatric Surgeon
                              Dr. Yogendra Sanghavi
                              Consultant Pediatric Surgeon
                              Qualification : MS (General Surgery), MCh (Pediatric Surgery)
                              Years of Experience : 32 years+
                              Dr. Neepa Gopinath Vellimuttam
                              Consultant Pediatric ENT
                              Dr. Neepa Gopinath Vellimuttam
                              Consultant Pediatric ENT
                              Qualification : MBBS, DNB - Otorhinolaryngology
                              Years of Experience : 10 years+
                              Dr. Suraj Bhagde
                              Consultant Ophthalmologist (Pediatrics & Squint)
                              Dr. Suraj Bhagde
                              Consultant Ophthalmologist (Pediatrics & Squint)
                              Qualification : DOMS, FCPS, MS, DNB, ICO, FRVS, FRCS
                              Years of Experience : 18 years+
                              Ms. Dhara Bangera
                              Consultant Clinical Child Psychologist
                              Ms. Dhara Bangera
                              Consultant Clinical Child Psychologist
                              Qualification : MA (Clinical Psychology)
                              Years of Experience : 14 years+
                              Dr. Tusshar Agarwal
                              Consultant Pediatric Orthopedician
                              Dr. Tusshar Agarwal
                              Consultant Pediatric Orthopedician
                              Qualification : MS (Orthopaedics)
                              Years of Experience : 19 years+
                              Dr. Shrirang Sevekar
                              Consultant Pedodontist & Preventive Dentistry
                              Dr. Shrirang Sevekar
                              Consultant Pedodontist & Preventive Dentistry
                              Qualification : MDS (Pedodontics)
                              Years of Experience : 19 years+
                              Dr. Bhavesh Doshi
                              On Call Consultant Paediatric Surgery
                              Dr. Bhavesh Doshi
                              On Call Consultant Paediatric Surgery
                              Qualification : MBBS, MS (Gen Surgery), M.ch (Paediatric Surgery)
                              Years of Experience : 8 years+
                              Dr. Chandana Bhagwat
                              Consultant - Paeditric Neurology
                              Dr. Chandana Bhagwat
                              Consultant - Paeditric Neurology
                              Qualification : MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), DM (Paediatric Neurology)
                              Years of Experience : 4 years+
                              Dr. Chintan Shah
                              Associate Consultant - Paediatric Nephrology
                              Dr. Chintan Shah
                              Associate Consultant - Paediatric Nephrology
                              Qualification : MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), Fellowship in Paediatric Nephrology
                              Years of Experience : 6 years+
                              Dr. Binal Lodaria
                              Associate Consultant - Paediatric Gastroenterology
                              Dr. Binal Lodaria
                              Associate Consultant - Paediatric Gastroenterology
                              Qualification : MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), Fellowship in Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition
                              Years of Experience : 1 years+
                              Dr. Chasanal Rathod
                              Consultant - Paediatric Orthopaedics
                              Dr. Chasanal Rathod
                              Consultant - Paediatric Orthopaedics
                              Qualification : MBBS, MS ( Ortho ), Pediatric orthopedic Fellowship
                              Years of Experience : 13 years+