Pediatrics
Dr. Narasimha Rao
License: DOH, MOH
15 years of experience
Dr. Narasimha Rao is a Consultant Neonatologist currently practicing at Al Dhafra Hospital. He is an experienced tertiary neonatal specialist with over eight years of expertise in neonatal medicine. Dr. Rao holds MRCPCH certification from the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health. His clinical interests include neonatal care, clinical research, epidemiology, and medical education. He is also actively involved in integrating digital health strategies to enhance patient outcomes and healthcare delivery. Dr. Rao is committed to continuous professional development and advancing neonatal care through innovation and education.
Dr. Ahmed Hatata
License: DHA
15 years of experience
Dr. Ahmed Hatata is a Consultant pediatric with subspeciality interest in neonate, currently practicing at American Hospital Dubai, providing high-level management for critically ill and premature newborns in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Dr. Hatata has extensive experience in clinical care, as well as leadership roles, supervising junior doctors and medical students. He is highly skilled in communicating with families, offering both guidance and emotional support during stressful situations. Throughout his career, he has maintained a strong commitment to professional development, regularly attending conferences and staying current with advancements in neonatal medicine. Dr. Hatata has led multiple quality improvement projects and audits which helped his teams to make a real change in his units. With a combination of expertise, leadership, and compassion, Dr. Hatata is dedicated to providing the highest level of care to the most vulnerable neonatal patients.
Dr. Paul Charlesworth
License: DOH
20 years of experience
Dr. Paul Charlesworth is a Consultant Pediatric Surgeon currently practicing at SEHA Sheikh Khalifa Medical City. A Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England, he brings over 25 years of experience in pediatric and neonatal surgery. He earned his medical degree from The Royal London School of Medicine & Dentistry in 2001 and began his specialist pediatric surgical training in 2004. He also completed a Master’s degree in Surgical Sciences with distinction. His training was undertaken at leading UK centers including Great Ormond Street Hospital, King's College Hospital, The Royal London Hospital, and Manchester Children’s Hospital. Dr. Charlesworth was awarded the prestigious Worshipful Society of Cutlers Fellowship in Surgery, with a focus on advanced laparoscopic surgery in children. He has also served as a Consultant Pediatric Surgeon at The Royal London Hospital, managing complex pediatric surgical cases. In addition, he has authored more than 50 international publications, reflecting his strong commitment to evidence-based surgical care.
Dr. Marelize Bosman
License: DOH
15 years of experience
Dr. Marelize Bosman is a Pediatric Cardiologist who has been practicing for more than 15 years. She obtained her primary medical qualification (MBChB) from the University of Pretoria, followed by a Fellowship in Paediatrics from the College of Paediatricians (FCPaed). After working as a Consultant Pediatrician, she followed her passion and completed a Fellowship in Pediatric Cardiology in South Africa (Cert Cardio (SA) Paed). She is experienced in diagnosing, managing, and long-term care of neonatal and pediatric patients with congenital and acquired heart disease. She is proficient in managing patients in their illness’s acute and chronic phases from birth through adolescence. She specializes in echocardiography, electrocardiograms, in-hospital and outpatient assessment and care, interventional cardiology, pediatric palliative care, and counseling. She has been involved in screening clinics, pre-and post-op care, helping families navigate caring for children with heart disease, and working within an interdisciplinary framework to provide the best care for all heart warriors. She has a special interest in palliative care and is still involved in education about chronic medical conditions and palliative care in her home country. Dr. Marelize was an honorary lecturer in pediatrics at the University of KwaZulu-Natal and a coordinator for the training of pediatric fellows. She has been actively involved with teaching and training fellows and medical students in South Africa. Before joining Burjeel Medical City, Abu Dhabi, Dr. Marelize Bosman served as a Pediatric Cardiologist at Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital, South Africa, as well as in the private sector in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu Natal.
Dr. Alan Mulvihill
License: DHA
23 years of experience
Dr. Alan Mulvihill is a UK-trained Consultant in Pediatric Ophthalmology with over 23 years of experience in the field. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh, and the Royal College of Ophthalmologists. Dr. Mulvihill completed pediatric ophthalmology fellowships at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London and The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Canada, gaining advanced expertise in managing complex eye conditions in children. He served as a consultant in Edinburgh for more than 20 years before relocating to Dubai in January 2023. He practices at Al Jalila Children’s Specialty Hospital in Dubai Healthcare City, providing comprehensive pediatric ophthalmology services. His clinical expertise includes eye tumor diagnosis and treatment, management of comprehensive eye diseases, and surgical interventions for various pediatric eye conditions. Dr. Mulvihill holds an MB BCh BAO in Medicine from University College Dublin, earned in 1990. He is dedicated to delivering high-quality, child-centered ophthalmic care, combining extensive clinical experience with advanced surgical skills.
Dr. Odaly Guignan Alvarado
License: DHA
10 years of experience
Dr. Odaly Guignan is a highly specialised pediatrician with over a decade of clinical experience in pediatric cardiology and critical care across Venezuela, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. She holds specialist certifications in Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Critical Care, and Pediatric Intensive Care, supported by her work in tertiary hospitals. Her clinical practice focuses on delivering evidence-based care and improving outcomes for critically ill children through multidisciplinary collaboration. She has extensive expertise in advanced Pediatric Intensive Care (PICU) management and the use of hemodynamic monitoring and mechanical ventilation in complex cases. Dr. Guignan is experienced in coordinating interdisciplinary care for critically ill pediatric patients and managing emergency stabilisation and transfer protocols. Known for her meticulous clinical approach and strong decision-making skills in high-pressure ICU environments, she is committed to delivering safe and effective critical care. Her dedication to continuous professional development supports her role in managing complex pediatric cases with precision and compassion.
Prof. Ubaid Shah
License: DHA
18 years of experience
Prof. Ubaid Shah is an Australian-trained Consultant Paediatric Neurologist and Epileptologist at King’s College Hospital London - Dubai and American Hospital Dubai, providing specialized neurological care for infants, children, and adolescents across Dubai and the region. He earned his MBBS with Honors, followed by postgraduate training in Paediatrics (MD, DCH), and completed a Fellowship in Paediatric Neurology (FRACP) as well as advanced training in Paediatric Epilepsy. Since beginning his medical career in 2005, he has accumulated over 18 years of experience managing complex and refractory neurological disorders in children. Prof. Shah is internationally recognized for his expertise in childhood epilepsy, including drug-resistant cases, and treats a broad range of neurodevelopmental, neuro-immune, neuromuscular, and movement disorders. His clinical approach emphasizes early diagnosis, precision-based treatment strategies, and family-centered care, including advanced therapies such as the ketogenic diet, vagal nerve stimulation, and robotic-assisted Stereo-EEG. He has also led state-of-the-art epilepsy services in the UAE and serves as Adjunct Clinical Professor at Gulf Medical University, reflecting his commitment to medical education and postgraduate training. His specialties include refractory epilepsy, autoimmune and inflammatory encephalitis, pediatric acute neuropsychiatric syndromes, developmental regression, movement disorders, neurodevelopmental conditions like ASD and ADHD, and pediatric headache disorders. Prof. Shah combines clinical excellence with research, leadership, and innovation to optimize long-term neurological and developmental outcomes for children.
Dr. Vera Korol
License: DHA
26 years of experience
Dr. Vera Korol is a Consultant Pediatric Neurologist at Saudi German Hospital, Dubai, with over 27 years of specialized experience in the USA and Belarus. She earned her medical degree in Minsk, Belarus, and completed advanced training and fellowships in Pediatric Neurology and Neurophysiology at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Korol is Board Certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) in Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology and Epilepsy. She previously served as an Attending Physician at Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital in Tacoma, Washington. Her expertise encompasses a wide range of pediatric neurological conditions, including epilepsy, seizures, cerebral palsy, neuromuscular disorders, headaches, sleep disorders, and diagnostic neurophysiology such as EEG and EMG, with a strong focus on comprehensive diagnosis and management.
Dr. James Bryce Lothian
License: DHA
20 years of experience
Dr. James Bryce Lothian is a Canadian-trained physician with over 20 years of experience in Pediatric Critical Care, holding certifications in Pediatrics, Pediatric Respirology, and Pediatric Critical Care from leading institutions in Canada and the United States. He has served in senior clinical and academic roles across Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom, including Locum Consultant at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Pediatric Lung Care Specialist at St. Mary’s Hospital, and Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Saskatchewan. His expertise encompasses Pediatric Intensive Care, including mechanical ventilation, non-invasive ventilation (NIV), continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), and PICU bronchoscopy. He has a strong subspecialty focus in Pediatric Pulmonology, managing long-term ventilation, neuromuscular disorders, and bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD). In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Lothian is actively engaged in research, with published studies addressing pediatric respiratory diseases, immune modulation in atopic asthma, and obstructive airway disease.
Dr. Amrit Suman
License: DHA
15 years of experience
Dr. Amrit Suman is a Consultant Pediatric Anesthetist currently practicing in Dubai, UAE, most recently at Al Jalila Children’s Specialty Hospital. Prior to this, he served as a Consultant Pediatric Anesthetist at Birmingham Children’s Hospital in the United Kingdom for four years. He completed advanced pediatric anesthesia fellowships at the prestigious Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children in London and Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital. Dr. Suman undertook his core anesthetic training as an Anesthetic Registrar with the Birmingham School of Anesthesia in the West Midlands. He earned his MBBS from the University of Leicester after previously completing a Bachelor of Laws (LLB), reflecting a strong academic foundation alongside his clinical expertise.
