We are excited to welcome Dr. Mayada Younis, our new Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist in Abu Dhabi, to the KidsHeart Medical Center team. With over 20 years of experience across multiple continents, Dr. Mayada excels in women’s health, maternal medicine, and high-risk obstetrics. Dr. Mayada graduated with an MBBS with distinction from St Bartholomew’s and […]
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What Causes Down Syndrome?
What Causes Down Syndrome? Down syndrome is a genetic disorder characterized by varying degrees of intellectual…
Down Syndrome: Types, Symptoms, and Management
Down syndrome is a genetic disorder that affects approximately 1 in 700 births worldwide. It is one of the…
A Child with Down Syndrome – Abeer Story
This is the story of Abeer. From her birth, her parents noticed she was a bit different from other children. They had no knowledge of Down syndrome…
Red flag in pediatric cardiology – CME Lecture 2024
L01: Red flag in pediatric cardiology Speaker: Dr. Salwa Morcos GendiConsultant, Pediatric & Fetal Cardiology/Adults with CHDKidsHeart Medical Center, Abu Dhabi – Dubai, UAE L02: Introduction to fetal cardiology Speaker: Dr. Salwa Morcos GendiConsultant, Pediatric & Fetal Cardiology/Adults with CHDKidsHeart Medical Center, Abu Dhabi – Dubai, UAE Date: 11 July 2024 | Time: 09:00 – […]
What to Expect During a Heart CT Scan for CHD
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with a congenital heart disease (CHD), the thought of undergoing a Heart CT scan / Cardiac CT can be overwhelming. At KidsHeart Medical Center, we are committed to ensuring that our patients in Abu Dhabi and Dubai are well-informed and comfortable throughout their medical journey. This […]
Dr. Dolly Habbal Honored by Marquis Who’s Who
In recognition of a distinguished career marked by significant achievements, Dr. Dolly Habbal has been honored by Marquis Who’s Who, celebrating over thirty years of dedication and substantial contributions to the fields of research, education, and public service. This accolade reflects an illustrious career filled with numerous successes, making Dr. Habbal a role model in […]
MRI Scan – Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging
An MRI scan of the heart provides 3D pictures with details of information and real-time condition of the heart chambers to help diagnose and guide treatments. Dr Mohamed Sulaiman, our MRI specialist, performs cardiac MRI in affiliated hospitals to guide treatment of congenital or acquired heart diseases. For an appointment, please call us today. MRI […]
The Normal Heart and How It Works
How normal heart works? The normal heart is a strong, hard-working pump made of muscle tissue. It’s about the size of a person’s fist. The heart has four chambers. The upper two chambers are the atria, and the lower two are the ventricles (Figure A). The chambers are separated by a wall of tissue called […]
Evidence based diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is increasing with alarming speed.