Top 6 Pediatric Gastroenteritis assessment Doctors in Shmeisani, Amman

Choosing Pediatric Gastroenteritis doctors in Shmeisani, Amman

Use the profiles on this page to compare relevant practices in Shmeisani, Amman, read the published qualifications and locate a suitable appointment. Start with the clinical problem or service you need, then compare the practice location and contact options. The directory reflects listed platform profiles, rather than a census of every provider in the region.

“Best” is a search and comparison term: there is no single doctor who is the best for every patient. Featured placement is not proof of superior clinical outcomes. Choose according to your needs and the qualifications shown in each profile.

Profiles to explore in Shmeisani, Amman

Hussain Jarawan

Shmeisani, Amman

Dr Hussain Jarawan is a consultant in pediatrics and pediatric neurology. He holds a medical degree from the University of Jordan and Jordanian Board qualifications in both pediatrics and pediatric neurology. His practice covers epilepsy, seizures, autism spectrum disorder and ADHD, with attention to motor, language and neurological development. His Shmeisani clinic provides EEG testing and developmental follow-up alongside general pediatric and newborn care.

Services published in this profile: EEG for Children, Cerebral Palsy Treatment, Annual Pediatric Checkup.

Hisham Abdel Hamid Hamdan

Shmeisani, Amman

Dr. Hisham Abdel Hamid Hamdan specialises in paediatric pulmonology and sleep medicine at Tanaffas Center in Shmeisani, Amman. He graduated in medicine from the University of Jordan and trained in paediatrics, paediatric respiratory disease and sleep medicine in the United States, with Jordanian and American board qualifications in his field. His practice addresses childhood asthma, chronic cough, recurrent and chronic lung disease, and sleep-related breathing disorders. He graduated from the University of Jordan in 1998. His US training comprised three years of paediatric residency at SUNY Downstate, three years of paediatric pulmonary fellowship and one year of sleep fellowship at UT Southwestern. His scope includes cystic fibrosis, primary ciliary dyskinesia and lung problems in premature children, as well as restless legs and circadian sleep disorders.

Services published in this profile: Cough In Children Treatment.

Issa Ali Khashashneh

Shmeisani, Amman

Dr. Issa Ali Khashashneh provides pediatric care with a registered subspecialty in neonatology. He holds the Jordanian Board in Pediatrics and previously worked with the Royal Medical Services. His clinic follows newborns, growth and nutrition, vaccinations and common childhood illness. Patients are seen in Abu Eid Plaza Medical Complex in Shmeisani, opposite the Specialty Hospital emergency entrance.

Services published in this profile: Cough In Children Treatment, Annual Pediatric Checkup, Periodic health examination (Annual check-up), New Born and Infant Care, Developmental delay treatment, Pediatric Vaccine(s), Allergy In Children Treatment.

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Discussing Pediatric Gastroenteritis with a relevant clinician

Pediatric gastroenteritis is a common viral infection causing diarrhea and vomiting in children. Treatment includes oral rehydration solutions, zinc supplementation, and monitoring for dehydration signs. Rotavirus vaccination provides effective prevention.

The provider list uses the treating specialty assigned to this condition in the published health guide. It helps you locate a relevant clinician for assessment; it does not diagnose your symptoms or establish a particular treatment for your case. Explain whether you need an initial assessment, follow-up or a second opinion, and ask which records to bring.

Read the Pediatric Gastroenteritis health guide for its published references and clinical-review information.

Location, appointment and fees

Confirm the exact branch address in Shmeisani, Amman, access instructions and appointment time before travelling. A governorate-level result may cover more than one district; an area-specific page keeps its area filter. A provider practising at several clinics may have a different schedule at each branch.

Ask whether the first visit is an assessment, a consultation or a planned procedure. Confirm the consultation charge, any investigation fees and what is included in the quoted price. If a profile does not publish a fee, request it directly rather than assuming a typical market price.

For insurance, confirm your insurer, policy, branch and requested service with the practice. A listed insurer does not establish coverage for every procedure or every policy. Ask about referrals, prior authorization and your share of the cost.

Related health information

• Pediatric Fever
• Pediatric Constipation
• Varicella (Chickenpox)
• Measles
• Mumps
• Food Allergy

These educational guides do not diagnose your symptoms or establish that every listed provider treats each condition.

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Preparing for your first visit

Write down the main reason for the appointment, when the problem started and how it affects your daily activities. Bring the reports and images you already have, along with a list of current medicines and known allergies. Ask the practice which documents it needs before the visit; a directory listing does not mean that additional tests are necessary.

If you are arranging an appointment for someone else, confirm the patient's age and whether the practice sees that age group. Ask about access needs, companions and the expected visit duration. At the end of the consultation, ask how to obtain the written recommendations, who to contact with follow-up questions and whether another appointment is needed.

How a doctor assesses pediatric gastroenteritis in Shmeisani, Amman

The assessment starts with the medical history: when symptoms began, how many times the child has had loose stools, the stool's appearance and color, whether there is blood or mucus, and whether the child is vomiting. The doctor then checks temperature and weight and looks for signs of dehydration, such as a dry mouth, skin wrinkling, and in infants a sunken fontanelle.

The key step is grading dehydration (none, mild to moderate, or severe), since this determines the treatment plan. In most cases no laboratory tests are needed because the diagnosis is clinically clear. A doctor may order a stool test if blood or mucus is present or diarrhea lasts over a week, or blood electrolyte tests if dehydration is severe or oral treatment is not working. A rotavirus antigen test does not change treatment, and ultrasound is rarely needed.

Remember that symptom severity does not always mean the illness is dangerous; dehydration is the main concern.

When to book an assessment and when to seek emergency care

Most cases improve when oral rehydration solutions are started early. Book an assessment if symptoms persist without improvement, or if any sign worries you.

Go immediately to the nearest emergency department in Jordan (911 is available for emergencies) if any of these appear:

• No urination for more than 8 hours.
• Severe dry mouth, or no tears when crying.
• Obvious skin wrinkles, or a sunken fontanelle in an infant.
• Watery stools more than 10 times a day for more than two days, or diarrhea lasting more than 5 to 7 days.
• Repeated vomiting that stops the child from keeping down any fluids.
• Visible blood in the stool.
• Fever above 39.5°C, or fever with convulsions.
• Severe lethargy or difficulty waking the child.

Preparing for your visit in Shmeisani, Amman

Before the visit, write down clear notes that help the doctor:

• When symptoms started, and how many stools and vomiting episodes occur per day.
• How much fluid the child is taking, how often they urinate, and when they last did.
• A photo or description of the stool, including any blood or mucus.
• Any medicines or supplements given, including rehydration solutions.
• The vaccination record, especially rotavirus vaccination if given.
• The child's previous weight, if available.

Bring any earlier reports or tests. Ask the doctor how long recovery usually takes, when to return, and how to monitor hydration at home.

Listed providers in Shmeisani and what they publish

The following profiles are listed in the Shmeisani, Amman directory. They show what each provider has published about specialty and services. Being listed is not a medical recommendation, and the choice is yours.

• Hussain Jarawan: consultant in pediatrics and pediatric neurology. Published services: EEG for children, cerebral palsy treatment, annual pediatric checkup.
• Hisham Abdel Hamid Hamdan: paediatric pulmonologist and sleep medicine specialist. Published service: cough in children treatment.
• Issa Ali Khashashneh: pediatrics with a registered subspecialty in neonatology. Published services: cough in children treatment, annual pediatric checkup, periodic health examination, newborn and infant care, developmental delay treatment, pediatric vaccines, allergy in children treatment.
• Mai Badr Al Din Bader: focuses on pediatric neurology and epilepsy follow-up; no specific services published.
• Ahmad Abdel Razaq Khalifeh: pediatrician; no specific services published.

For appointment and visit details, contact each clinic directly.

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