Top 3 Developmental Pediatrics Clinics in Amman 2026

When do you need developmental pediatrics?

Developmental pediatrics looks at how a child grows, moves, talks, learns and behaves over time, and at the support a family may need. Parents often look for a developmental pediatrics clinic in Amman when a child seems to be behind others of the same age, or when something about the child's development simply does not feel right.

Consider booking a visit if you notice any of the following:

• Few or no words, or loss of words or skills the child once had
• Limited eye contact, little response to their name, or unusual repetitive play
• Difficulty sitting, standing, walking or using the hands for everyday tasks
• Strong, persistent inattention, impulsivity or overactivity that affects home life or school
• Staring spells, jerking movements or episodes where the child seems absent
• Concerns about hearing, vision or learning at school

Milestones vary, and one late skill does not always mean a problem. A doctor who sees the whole picture can help decide whether to monitor, screen or refer. The clinics on this page describe work on autism spectrum conditions, ADHD, developmental delay, cerebral palsy, epilepsy and learning difficulties.

Warning signs that need urgent care

Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department without waiting for a clinic appointment if a child has:

• A seizure lasting more than five minutes, or seizures that repeat without the child recovering in between
• Difficulty breathing, blue or grey lips, or chest pain
• Being very hard to wake, sudden weakness on one side of the body, a drooping face or slurred speech
• A severe head injury, vomiting with drowsiness, or fever with a stiff neck or a spreading rash

How to choose among the clinics here

Start with the main concern, then match it to what each profile publishes. Read the services list closely, because the wording differs. The two neurology-focused profiles, in Jabal Amman and Shmeisani, list EEG and epilepsy follow-up. The Tla' Al Ali profile places screening, early intervention and speech assessment at the centre of its services.

Useful criteria when comparing developmental pediatrics clinics in Amman:

• Main need: match seizures or EEG questions to the neurology profiles, and screening or speech concerns to the Tla' Al Ali profile.
• Access: think about travel time across the city and whether you can attend during the published hours.
• Hours: the published days differ between clinics, and none of the three lists Friday.
• Who will see your child: each profile lists one doctor, so ask who will carry out the assessment and whether referrals to other specialists are possible.
• Insurance: only the Jabal Amman clinic lists an insurer on its profile.
• Reports: ask whether the clinic can provide a written summary for your child's school or other doctors.

The order on this page reflects how complete each profile's information is, not how good the care is. Treat the profiles as a starting point and ask each clinic direct questions before you decide.

What to expect at the first visit

A first developmental visit is usually a conversation followed by an examination. Expect questions about pregnancy and birth, feeding and sleep, when milestones were reached, school progress, family history and what the family has noticed. Some clinics use standard questionnaires or screening tools, which may be completed before the doctor comes in.

Bring:

• The vaccination card and any earlier growth charts
• Previous reports, test results or EEG recordings
• A list of current medicines and supplements, copied from the packaging with the dose written as printed
• School reports or nursery notes
• A short video of the child doing things that worry you, such as speaking, walking or having an episode
• A written list of your questions

Assessments often take more than one visit, and tests such as EEG may be arranged separately. Do not expect a full diagnosis at a single appointment. A good first visit should leave you with a clear plan: what will be checked, what will be monitored and when you will come back.

Insurance, fees and booking

Before you book, call or message the clinic and ask:

• What the consultation fee is, and whether follow-up visits cost the same
• Whether the clinic accepts your insurance company, and whether you need a referral or pre-approval
• Whether tests such as EEG, hearing screening or vision screening are charged separately
• Who will see your child and how long the appointment usually lasts
• What happens if your child becomes unwell on the day, and whether the appointment can be moved

Only the Jabal Amman clinic lists insurance on its profile, through Arab Orient Insurance. Confirm your coverage with both the clinic and your insurer, and keep written confirmation of any pre-approval.

Getting there

The three clinics are in different parts of Amman:

• Child Neurology Clinic – Dr Saleh Al Ajlouni is in Jabal Amman, within Al Quraini Medical Complex.
• Alhakeem Furat Integrated Pediatrics and Early Intervention Center is in Tla' Al Ali.
• Dr Hussain Jarawan Pediatric Neurology Clinic is on the second floor of Omran Medical Complex in Shmeisani, near the Specialty Hospital.

If your child is referred for further tests, ask the clinic which hospital it uses for EEG or specialist referrals. Families travelling from other parts of the city often start from districts such as Abdoun, Jubeiha, Sweifieh, Gardens, Khalda, Tla' Al-Ali, Shmeisani, 7th Circle and Dabouq. Check travel time for the hour you will be going, because Amman traffic can change a short trip considerably.

Checklist before you book

• Write down the main concern and when it started
• Check which clinic's published services match that concern
• Confirm the day and time against the published hours
• Ask about the consultation fee and which tests are charged separately
• Confirm insurance with the clinic and with your insurer
• Ask whether a referral, test or written report will be needed
• Bring the documents and video listed above
• Know the warning signs and the emergency number, 911