Department of Medicine

Pediatric Neurology

Specialized Neurological Care, Empowering Children to Thrive

Pediatric Neurology

The Pediatric Neurology Division at SKMC provides expert assessment, diagnosis, and management of a wide range of neurological disorders in children and adolescents. The division offers specialized care for conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and muscles. By utilizing advanced diagnostics and therapeutic techniques, SKMC ensures that children receive timely and effective treatment, promoting optimal growth and development.

Why Choose Us?

Highly Specialized Expertise

The pediatric neurology team consists of experienced specialists trained in managing a wide range of neurological conditions in children.

Comprehensive Service Offerings

The department offers outpatient, inpatient, and daycare services, providing continuity of care for all patients.

Multidisciplinary Approach

The team collaborates closely with other pediatric specialties to offer integrated care for complex neurological disorders.

State-of-the-Art Facilities

SKMC is equipped with advanced diagnostic tools, including EEG, EMG, and neurophysiology studies, ensuring accurate assessments and timely interventions.

Innovative Treatments

SKMC offers cutting-edge therapies, such as novel genetic treatments for SMA and dystrophinopathies, ketogenic diets, and Botox clinics.

Our Expertise

The Pediatric Neurology Division at SKMC provides diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of conditions, including:

  • General Pediatric Neurology Disorders: Headaches, cerebral palsy, developmental delays, learning difficulties, abnormal head shapes, vision and hearing disorders.
  • Neuromuscular Disorders: Complex genetic and acquired muscle and nerve disorders, including novel genetic treatments for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and dystrophinopathies.
  • Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders: Comprehensive management of focal, generalized, and complex epilepsies, including febrile convulsions, ketogenic diets, vagal nerve stimulation, and epilepsy surgery assessment.
  • Cerebrovascular and Neuro-inflammatory Disorders: Diagnosis and management of stroke, infections, and autoimmune neurological conditions.
  • Neuro-metabolic and Neuro-degenerative Disorders: Expert care for rare inherited conditions affecting the nervous system.
  • Neonatal Neurological Disorders: Evaluation and management of neurological concerns in newborns.
  • Movement and Sleep Disorders: Care for congenital and acquired movement disorders, as well as sleep disorders in children.
  • Systemic Disorders Affecting the Nervous System: Multidisciplinary management of neurological manifestations related to oncology, nephrology, gastroenterology, endocrinology, and rheumatology.

Services

Innovations and Advanced Diagnostic Services

SKMC offers state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic services, including:

Neurophysiology Studies

EEG and EMG assessments available for both inpatients and outpatients.

Ketogenic Diet Clinics

Specialized care for children with intractable epilepsy

Botox Clinics

Targeted treatment for movement disorders and spasticity.

Neuro-Genetic Treatment

Advanced therapies for genetic neuromuscular disorders.

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Opening Hours

Our Emergency Department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ensuring that urgent medical care is always available whenever you need it.

Our working hours for outpatient and administrative services are as follows

Monday
08:00 AM – 08:00 PM
Tuesday
08:00 AM – 08:00 PM
Wednesday
08:00 AM – 08:00 PM
Thursday
08:00 AM – 08:00 PM
Friday
08:00 AM – 12:30 PM