Dr. Sara Khawaja

Specialist Paediatrician & Developmental Pediatrician

Specializations

• Sick visits – childhood infections, wheezing, rashes
• Well visits – vaccination, monitoring of growth and development
• Management of chronic conditions including asthma, allergies, eczema, constipation, reflux, bedwetting, anemia
• Developmental assessments – assessment, diagnosis and management of developmental delays, autism, ADHD

Experience

Dr. Sara Khawaja is a highly experienced Developmental Pediatrician in Dubai with over 20 years of expertise. She is a member of the Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health (UK).

Dr. Sara trained in Pediatrics in the UK and Singapore, gaining extensive experience at Queen’s Park Hospital, UK, and at KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital and the National University Hospital, Singapore.

In the UAE, Dr. Sara Khawaja has worked at Latifa Hospital, a major government tertiary center for children, as well as several reputable private clinics in Dubai. Her pediatric services include vaccinations, growth monitoring, and treatment for chronic conditions such as asthma, allergies, eczema, constipation, reflux, anemia, and bedwetting.

Dr. Sara has a special interest in Developmental Pediatrics, offering detailed assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for children with delayed milestones, special needs, and neurodevelopmental disorders like autism spectrum disorder and ADHD.

Dr. Sara is dedicated to holistic pediatric care, addressing not only physical health but also behavioral, social, and educational needs. Dr. Sara collaborates closely with families, schools, and caregivers to guide children towards a healthy lifestyle and emphasizes preventive pediatric care.

Qualifications

• MBBS: University of Karachi
• Membership of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, UK
• Griffith Developmental Assessment Certified
• ADOS (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule) Certified