Top 3 Pediatric Clinics in Downtown Karak 2026

When does a child need a pediatrician?

Pediatrics covers the overall health of children from birth to about age 14. That includes routine growth checks, the vaccination schedule, and treatment of common acute illnesses. A pediatrician is usually the first doctor to see for:

• Infant growth and feeding checks: weight, length and head size are tracked against expected patterns. Babies are often reviewed about every two months in the first year.
• Vaccinations: keeping to the national schedule protects your child and others.
• Colds, flu, coughs and sore throats: most are viral and settle on their own, but a doctor can check for complications.
• Diarrhoea and vomiting: the main risk in young children is dehydration.
• Allergy concerns: rashes, wheeze or reactions after certain foods.
• Follow-up of babies born prematurely: they often need closer monitoring of growth and development.

Signs that justify booking a visit

• A fever that lasts more than a couple of days, or keeps coming back
• Poor feeding, slow weight gain, or concerns about development
• A persistent cough or noisy breathing
• A rash together with fever
• Your child seems unwell to you, even without a clear symptom. A parent's instinct is a valid reason to have a child checked.

Warning signs that need urgent care

Go to the nearest emergency department or call 911 without waiting for a clinic appointment if your child:

• Is under three months old and has a temperature of 38°C or higher
• Struggles to breathe, breathes very fast, or has blue or grey lips
• Has a rash that does not fade when you press a glass against it
• Has a seizure, is floppy, very drowsy or hard to wake
• Shows signs of dehydration, such as very few wet nappies, no tears, a sunken soft spot on the head, or a dry mouth
• Has a stiff neck, a severe headache, or is in severe pain
• Keeps vomiting and cannot hold down fluids

In Karak, emergency care is available at hospitals such as Karak Government Hospital and Prince Ali bin Al-Hussein Military Hospital.

How to choose among the clinics here

All three clinics on this page are single-doctor pediatric practices in Downtown Karak. Each publishes the same two services, consultation and follow-up, and the same confirmed hours: Saturday to Thursday, 10:00 to 17:00. Because of this, the practical differences are mostly about location and fit for your family.

• Location: one clinic is on Italian Hospital Street and another is in Al Marj, beside Al Rabee Supermarket. For the third, ask for the exact address when you call. With a sick child, a short trip matters, so pick the one closest to home or school.
• Continuity: children benefit from seeing the same doctor over time, especially for growth checks, vaccinations and premature-baby follow-up. Choose a clinic you can realistically return to.
• Timing: with closing at 17:00, plan visits for working parents ahead, and consider whether you can reach the clinic after school.
• Communication: a good pediatric visit includes time to explain what is happening and what to watch for at home. If you feel rushed or unclear after a visit, it is reasonable to ask again or seek a second opinion.
• What you need: if your child needs a specific service, such as a particular vaccine or allergy testing, ask the clinic directly whether it provides it. The published profiles list consultations and follow-up only.

Remember that the order of this list reflects how complete each profile is, not which doctor is more skilled.

What to expect at the first visit

A first pediatric consultation usually includes questions about the current problem, birth history, feeding, growth, vaccinations and family health, followed by an examination. Babies are often weighed and measured.

What to bring

• Your child's vaccination card or health booklet
• Any previous test results, discharge summaries or prescriptions
• A list of medicines your child takes, including over-the-counter remedies
• Notes on symptoms: when they started, temperature readings and times, feeding, and how many wet nappies
• Your national ID or the child's documents, and your insurance card if you have one
• A nappy, a change of clothes, and something familiar to calm your child

Questions worth asking

• What do you think is causing this, and how long should it last?
• What should I watch for at home, and when should I come back?
• Which signs mean I should go to an emergency department?
• Is my child up to date with vaccinations?
• When is the next follow-up visit?

Always give medicines exactly as prescribed or as written on the label, and ask the doctor or pharmacist if anything is unclear.

Insurance, fees and booking: what to ask before the appointment

None of the profiles on this page publish a consultation fee or an insurance list, so confirm these directly with each clinic. Before you go, ask:

• What is the fee for a consultation, and is a follow-up visit charged separately?
• Do you accept my insurance, and do I need prior approval or a referral?
• Are vaccinations given at the clinic, and are they charged separately from the consultation?
• Do I need an appointment, or are walk-ins seen?
• Will the doctor be attending on the day I plan to come?

All three clinics advise contacting them before visiting to confirm attendance and arrangements. Doing this avoids a wasted trip with an unwell child.

Getting there

Downtown Karak sits in Karak city, the centre of a governorate of nearly 400,000 residents that also includes Mutah, Al-Mazar Al-Janubi, Al-Qasr, Ghor Al-Safi and Faqou. Families from these areas often come into Karak city for clinic appointments, so allow time for the journey and for parking in the centre, especially around Karak Castle.

The clinic of Dr. Jamal Farhan Odeh Al Maaitah is on Italian Hospital Street, the street of the Italian Hospital. The clinic of Dr. Omyma Khaled Rashed Al Manasra is in Al Marj, beside Al Rabee Supermarket. For Dr. Ibrahim Ahmad Hussein Al Adaileh's clinic, ask for directions when you book. If you live in Ghor Al-Safi, note that Ghor Al-Safi Government Hospital is closer for emergencies than the city centre.

Checklist before you book

• Check your child's symptoms against the urgent warning signs above. If any apply, call 911 or go to an emergency department.
• Choose the clinic nearest to you that you can return to for follow-up.
• Contact the clinic to confirm the doctor is attending and to book a time between 10:00 and 17:00, Saturday to Thursday.
• Ask about the consultation fee, follow-up charges and insurance.
• Ask whether the vaccine or service you need is available.
• Prepare the vaccination card, previous reports and medicine list.
• Write down symptoms, temperatures and your questions.
• Pack nappies, water and a comfort item for your child.