Top 5 Pediatricians in Abdali 2026

When do you need a pediatrician?

A pediatrician looks after children's overall health from birth through childhood. In Jordan this is generally up to around age 14, though some clinics see older children. Care covers routine follow-up, vaccinations and everyday illnesses. Common reasons families visit include:

• Checking a baby's growth, feeding and development
• Keeping to the national vaccination schedule
• Colds, flu and other common infections
• Suspected allergies
• Diarrhoea and vomiting
• Follow-up for babies born prematurely

Signs that it is worth booking a visit

• A fever that persists or keeps coming back
• Slow weight gain, feeding difficulties or concerns about development
• A cough that lingers, or noisy or laboured breathing that is not an emergency
• A rash that appears together with a fever
• Regular check-ups in the first year (many families plan a visit about every two months for young babies, alongside vaccinations)

Warning signs that need urgent care

Do not wait for a clinic appointment if your child shows any of the following. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department:

• Difficulty breathing, very fast breathing, grunting, or the skin pulling in between the ribs
• Blue, grey or very pale lips, tongue or skin
• A fit (seizure), or being floppy, unusually drowsy or hard to wake
• A rash that does not fade when you press a glass against it, especially with a fever
• Any fever in a baby under 3 months old
• Signs of dehydration: very few wet nappies, no tears, a dry mouth, or a sunken soft spot on the head
• Repeated green vomit, blood in vomit or stools, or severe tummy pain
• Suspected poisoning or a serious injury

Trust your instinct. If something feels seriously wrong, treat it as urgent.

How to choose among the doctors here

The five doctors on this page all practise in Abdali, and four list Abdali Hospital Outpatient Clinics as their clinic. Their published focus differs, so start with what your child needs.

• General check-ups, growth and vaccinations: Dr. Moath Al Haj Tawfiq's clinic lists pediatric consultation, growth follow-up and vaccination enquiries. Dr. Ala Jabri and Dr. Miqdad Mukhhal also list general paediatric consultations.
• Newborns and premature babies: Dr. Amal Damrah, Dr. Ala Jabri and Dr. Miqdad Mukhhal list neonatology as a sub-specialty. Dr. Damrah's services include premature infant follow-up and assessment of neonatal intensive care needs. Dr. Jabri's profile mentions training in breastfeeding, infant nutrition and sleep.
• Heart concerns: Dr. Laila Faruk Tutunji's profile focuses on paediatric cardiology. Her services include fetal heart assessment and congenital heart disease follow-up. A general pediatrician or obstetrician often makes this kind of referral first.
• Timing: Only Dr. Al Haj Tawfiq's profile has confirmed hours, Saturday to Thursday. For the others, check the clinic days directly.
• Continuity: For a baby, it helps to pick one doctor you can see regularly. This makes growth and vaccination follow-up easier to track.

People searching for the best pediatricians in Abdali often want a single answer. In practice, the right choice depends on your child's age and needs, your schedule and your insurance. Profile order on this page reflects how much information each doctor has published, not their skill.

What to expect at the first visit

A first paediatric visit usually starts with questions about the reason for the visit and your child's history. The doctor then examines your child and measures weight, length or height and, for babies, head size. You will then discuss next steps, such as tests, treatment, a follow-up date or referral.

What to bring

• Your child's vaccination card or record
• Birth and hospital discharge summaries, especially for newborns or premature babies
• Previous medical reports, test results and any heart scan or echo reports
• A list of current medicines, vitamins and known allergies
• Recent weight and height measurements if you have them
• Your insurance card and ID
• For babies: spare nappies, a change of clothes and feeding supplies

Questions worth asking

• Is my child growing and developing as expected for their age?
• Which vaccinations are due next, and when?
• What warning signs should make me seek urgent care?
• When should we come back, and whom do we contact between visits?
• If a referral is needed, what should I bring to the next doctor?

Write your questions down beforehand. Visits with a young child can feel rushed.

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

None of the profiles here publishes a fee or a list of accepted insurers. Ask the clinic before you go:

• What is the consultation fee, and is a follow-up visit charged separately?
• Do you accept my insurance, and does it need pre-approval or a referral?
• Are vaccinations, tests or scans billed separately from the consultation?
• Which days does the doctor see patients, and how far ahead should I book?
• What age range does the doctor see? This matters especially for older children.
• Is there a way to be seen the same day if my child becomes unwell?

For the doctors at Abdali Hospital Outpatient Clinics, the profiles advise confirming appointments with hospital reception.

Getting there

Abdali sits in central Amman, the capital and the centre of Jordan's healthcare network. It has the kingdom's largest concentration of hospitals and specialty clinics. Families often travel in from nearby areas such as Shmeisani, Jabal Al-Hussein-side neighbourhoods, the Gardens, Sweifieh, the 7th Circle, Abdoun, Khalda, Tla' Al-Ali, Jubeiha and Dabouq.

Practical tips:

• Check the exact building, floor and entrance on the profile before leaving. For example, Dr. Al Haj Tawfiq's clinic is on the 25th floor.
• Allow extra time for traffic and parking at busy times of day.
• Bring a stroller or carrier you can manage in lifts and corridors.
• In an emergency, do not drive across the city to a clinic. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Amman's major hospitals include Jordan University Hospital, King Hussein Medical Center, Al-Bashir Hospital, Specialty Hospital and Istishari Hospital.

Checklist before you book

• Match the doctor's published services to your need: routine care, newborn follow-up or heart assessment
• Confirm the clinic days and hours, and the age range seen
• Ask about the consultation fee and follow-up charges
• Check whether your insurer is accepted and whether pre-approval is needed
• Gather the vaccination record, birth or discharge summaries and previous reports
• List current medicines, allergies and your questions
• Note the exact building and floor
• Know the urgent warning signs, and remember 911 for emergencies