Top 3 Pediatricians in Khalda 2026

When do you need a pediatrician?

A pediatrician provides complete medical care for children from birth until about age 14. That includes regular check-ups, vaccinations and the sudden illnesses that send parents to a clinic in the middle of the week. Common reasons families in Khalda book a visit include:

• Growth monitoring for babies, including weight, length and head size
• Keeping up with the national vaccination schedule
• Colds, flu and other respiratory infections
• Suspected allergies
• Diarrhoea and vomiting
• Follow-up for babies who were born prematurely

Book an appointment if your child has:

• A fever that keeps coming back or lasts more than a couple of days
• Slow weight gain or feeding difficulties
• A cough or breathlessness
• A rash together with a fever

Young babies are usually seen often in the first months, roughly every two months, in line with vaccination visits.

Warning signs that need urgent care

Call 911 or go straight to an emergency department if your child:

• Is struggling to breathe, is breathing very fast, or has lips or skin that look blue or grey
• Has a seizure, is floppy, or is hard to wake
• Has a rash that does not fade when you press a glass against it, especially with a fever
• Is under 3 months old and has a temperature of 38°C or higher
• Shows signs of dehydration, such as very few wet nappies, no tears, a dry mouth or a sunken soft spot
• Has a stiff neck, severe headache or unusual drowsiness with a fever

Trust your instinct. If something feels seriously wrong, do not wait for a clinic appointment.

How to choose among the doctors here

All three profiles are in Khalda. Each has a different focus, so match the doctor to your child's needs.

• Match the focus to the concern. For general care, newborn follow-up, vaccinations and everyday illnesses, look at a profile whose biography covers these areas, such as Dr. Sultan Al-Hantouli's. For repeated coughs, asthma or breathing complaints, a pediatric pulmonology focus such as Dr. Rasha Qaqish's may be more relevant. For seizures, developmental worries or other neurological symptoms, Dr. Hanan Atwan's pediatric neurology clinic reviews these and earlier reports.
• Check the confirmed hours. Schedules differ. One clinic opens Saturday to Thursday until 17:00. Another opens Saturday and Monday to Thursday from 09:00. The third closes earlier on Thursday. Choose a time that works around school and work.
• Look at what each profile shows. The page shows verification status, approved reviews and published qualifications for each profile. Remember that the order reflects how complete a profile is, not how good the care is.
• Language. If you need consultations in English, check the languages listed on each profile, or ask reception.
• Continuity. Babies and children with long-term conditions such as asthma benefit from seeing the same doctor over time. Pick a clinic you can realistically return to.

People searching for the best pediatricians in Khalda often want one doctor for everything. In practice, a general pediatrician can handle most visits and refer you to a subspecialist when needed.

What to expect at the first visit

A first pediatric visit usually includes:

• Questions about the pregnancy, birth and any time in neonatal care
• Questions about feeding, sleep and development
• Your child's medical history
• A physical examination
• Weight and height measurements, plotted on a growth chart

For an acute illness, the doctor will focus on the symptoms and may suggest tests.

What to bring

• Your child's vaccination card
• Any previous reports, lab results, X-rays or discharge summaries, especially if you are booking a review of earlier investigations
• A list of current medicines and the doses you have been giving
• Notes on the symptoms: when they started, temperature readings, feeding and number of wet nappies
• Your insurance card and ID
• For babies: a spare nappy, wipes and a feed

Questions worth asking

• What do you think is causing the symptoms, and what else could it be?
• Which signs mean I should come back sooner or go to the emergency department?
• Are any tests needed, and where are they done?
• When should we follow up?
• Is my child up to date with vaccinations?

Do not give your child prescription medicines or change doses without medical advice.

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

Fees and insurance arrangements can change, so confirm them directly with the clinic when you book. Useful questions:

• What is the consultation fee, and is a follow-up visit charged separately?
• Does the clinic accept my insurance, and do I need pre-approval or a referral?
• Are tests, vaccines or nebuliser sessions billed separately?
• How far ahead do I need to book, and are same-day appointments possible for a sick child?
• If the clinic is inside a hospital building, which floor or entrance should I use?

You can book through each doctor's ClinicsJo profile. Keep your booking confirmation handy on the day.

Getting there

All three clinics are in Khalda, a residential district in Amman. That is convenient for families living in Khalda and neighbouring areas such as Tla' Al-Ali and Dabouq. It is also reachable from Sweifieh, the 7th Circle, the Gardens and Shmeisani, depending on traffic.

To get the most from your trip:

• Confirm the exact address and floor with reception before you leave.
• Allow extra time at busy times of day.
• Bring a stroller or carrier for babies, since parking may be some distance from the entrance.

If your child needs hospital care or a referral, Amman's major hospitals include Jordan University Hospital, King Hussein Medical Center, Al-Bashir Hospital, Specialty Hospital and Istishari Hospital. In an emergency, call 911.

Checklist before you book

• Decide whether you need general pediatric care or a specific focus, such as breathing or neurology
• Compare confirmed hours with your schedule
• Check each profile's verification status, qualifications and approved reviews
• Ask about the fee and insurance acceptance when booking
• Confirm the exact clinic location and floor
• Gather the vaccination card, previous reports and a medicine list
• Write down symptoms, temperatures and your questions
• Know the urgent warning signs, and that 911 is Jordan's emergency number