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Expert Care for Young Kidneys: Pediatric Nephrology at SKMC

Nurturing Healthy Futures Through Specialized Kidney Care for Children





    Overview

    The Pediatric Nephrology Program at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (SKMC) provides comprehensive care to children and adolescents with all forms of kidney disease. Our expert team, which operates from the joint nephrology/urology clinic, specializes in diagnosing and managing a wide range of renal conditions, including congenital anomalies, glomerulonephritis, chronic kidney disease, and kidney transplantation. Our Transplant Center has extensive experience in pediatric kidney transplantation, offering both living-related and deceased donor transplant services, ensuring the highest standards of care before, during, and after transplantation.

    Overview
    Why SKMC?

    Why SKMC?

    Our pediatric nephrologists work closely with pediatric urologists, transplant surgeons, and critical care specialists to deliver personalized, multidisciplinary care.

    Our Transplant Center offers both living and deceased donor kidney transplantation, ensuring optimal outcomes for children with end-stage renal disease.

    From diagnosis and treatment to long-term management and follow-up, our team provides seamless care across inpatient, outpatient, and day care settings.

    We integrate pediatric nephrology services with other subspecialties to address the full spectrum of our patients’ healthcare needs.

    Scope of Services

    Congenital Anomalies of the Kidney and Urinary Tract (CAKUT)

    Congenital Anomalies of the Kidney and Urinary Tract (CAKUT)

    Diagnosis, management, and follow-up of pre- and post-operative cases.

    Glomerulonephritis

    Glomerulonephritis

    Immunosuppression and plasma exchange therapy for glomerular diseases.

    Renal Vasculitis Disease

    Renal Vasculitis Disease

    Comprehensive management with immunosuppression and plasma exchange.

    Hereditary Renal Disease

    Hereditary Renal Disease

    Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of inherited kidney disorders.

    Hypertension

    Hypertension

    Evaluation and management of high blood pressure in pediatric patients.

    Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

    Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

    Ongoing management and prevention of disease progression.

    Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)

    Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)

    Treatment of all types of acute kidney injury, including dialysis when necessary.

    Kidney Transplantation

    Kidney Transplantation

    Pre-transplant assessment, transplant care, and long-term post-transplant monitoring.

    Advanced Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services

    Inpatient Services

    Inpatient Services

    • Management of complex kidney diseases, including transplant, dialysis, and glomerulonephritis cases.
    • Consultation services for general pediatrics, pediatric surgery, cardiology, and critical care.
    • Off-site consultation services for Corniche Hospital.
    • All types of renal dialysis are tailored to pediatric patients' unique needs.

    Outpatient Services

    Outpatient Services

    • Five full-day weekly clinics (8:00 am – 4:00 pm) offer specialized nephrology care.

    Day Care Services

    Day Care Services

    • Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome: Regular IV albumin infusions.
    • Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome: Eculizumab therapy.
    • Steroid-Dependent/Resistant Nephrotic Syndrome: Rituximab treatment.
    • Plasma Exchange Services: Specialized plasma exchange treatments as needed.

    Inpatient Services

    Inpatient Services

    • Management of complex kidney diseases, including transplant, dialysis, and glomerulonephritis cases.
    • Consultation services for general pediatrics, pediatric surgery, cardiology, and critical care.
    • Off-site consultation services for Corniche Hospital.
    • All types of renal dialysis are tailored to pediatric patients' unique needs.

    Outpatient Services

    Outpatient Services

    • Five full-day weekly clinics (8:00 am – 4:00 pm) offer specialized nephrology care.

    Day Care Services

    Day Care Services

    • Congenital Nephrotic Syndrome: Regular IV albumin infusions.
    • Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome: Eculizumab therapy.
    • Steroid-Dependent/Resistant Nephrotic Syndrome: Rituximab treatment.
    • Plasma Exchange Services: Specialized plasma exchange treatments as needed.

    Innovations and New Updates

    • Integrating Multidisciplinary Clinics

      Integrating Multidisciplinary Clinics

      Establishing combined clinics for CKD, pre-ESRD, transplant, hypertension, and uro-nephrology cases.

    • Enhanced Ambulatory Services

      Enhanced Ambulatory Services

      Collaborating with ambulatory healthcare providers to extend pediatric nephrology services beyond hospital settings.

    • Dedicated Inpatient Area

      Dedicated Inpatient Area

      Allocating specialized areas staffed by highly skilled nurses trained in pediatric nephrology care.

    • Specialized Nurse Coordinators

      Specialized Nurse Coordinators

      Introducing pediatric nephrology nurse coordinators to manage complex cases and ensure continuity of care.

    • Pediatric Nephrology Fellowship Program

      Pediatric Nephrology Fellowship Program

      Developing a specialized program to meet the growing demand for expert pediatric nephrologists.

    Meet Our Experts

    Areej Alghamdi

    Areej Alghamdi

    Consultant Physician

    Watfa Shahwan Al Dhaheri

    Watfa Shahwan Al Dhaheri

    Consultant Physician

    Zubaida Masoud Al Ismaili

    Zubaida Masoud Al Ismaili

    Consultant Physician

    Eihab Al Khasawneh

    Eihab Al Khasawneh

    Consultant Physician

    Areej Alghamdi

    Areej Alghamdi

    Consultant Physician

    Watfa Shahwan Al Dhaheri

    Watfa Shahwan Al Dhaheri

    Consultant Physician

    Zubaida Masoud Al Ismaili

    Zubaida Masoud Al Ismaili

    Consultant Physician

    Eihab Al Khasawneh

    Eihab Al Khasawneh

    Consultant Physician