What makes a good pediatrician?
A pediatrician looks after your child from birth to adolescence, so parents need someone they can trust and reach easily. Look for relevant qualifications, a gentle approach with children, clear explanations in simple language, and a practice that supports vaccination, growth monitoring and follow-up, not only treatment when the child is sick. A good doctor also tells you when a condition needs a specialist and when it needs only home care.
Meet Dr. Pankaj Kumar
Dr. Pankaj Kumar is a neonatologist and pediatrician at Sparsh Mother & Child Hospital & IVF Fertility Center. He holds an MD in Pediatrics from King George's Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow. His care covers newborns, infants, children and adolescents, including preventive check-ups and childhood infections. Read his articles on common childhood illnesses and prevention and why regular child health check-ups matter.
What a pediatric consultation includes
- A history covering birth, feeding, vaccination and the current problem
- Weight, height and head-size measurement plotted on growth charts
- A complete physical examination
- Simple tests only when they are needed
- A clear plan with feeding advice, medicines and when to return
Common reasons to visit
- Fever, cough, cold, sore throat, ear infections
- Vomiting, loose motions and stomach pain
- Allergy, rashes and breathing difficulty
- Poor weight gain, fussy eating and nutrition concerns (child not eating)
- Vaccination and routine health check-ups
- Speech, behaviour and development concerns
Complete care in one hospital
Sparsh brings pediatric OPD, newborn care, vaccination, pediatric emergency care and laboratory support together with maternity services, so families do not need to search for a separate hospital when a child is unwell. See the full Pediatrics & Child Care department.
Before you visit
Carry the vaccination card, earlier prescriptions and reports, and note when symptoms began and any medicines already given. For a young baby, note feeding pattern and wet diapers.
हिंदी में संक्षेप
अच्छे बाल रोग विशेषज्ञ की पहचान उनके अनुभव, बच्चों के साथ व्यवहार और साफ़ सलाह से होती है। स्पर्श अस्पताल में डॉ. पंकज कुमार (MD पीडियाट्रिक्स, KGMU) नवजात शिशुओं और बच्चों की देखभाल करते हैं। बुखार, खांसी, टीकाकरण, ग्रोथ और विकास से जुड़ी हर समस्या के लिए आप आ सकते हैं।
Visit Sparsh in Chitaipur, Varanasi
Sparsh Mother & Child Hospital & IVF Fertility Center, Gokulpuram Colony, Chitaipur - Chunar Road, Kandwa, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221106. Open 24 hours. Call +91 80900 76144 or book an appointment online.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the pediatrician at Sparsh Hospital?
At what age should a child see a pediatrician?
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Do you see children on emergency?
How can I book an appointment?
Ready to talk to a specialist?
Book a consultation and our team will confirm your appointment. Every plan is made after an individual examination.
Medical information is general and does not replace an examination. Outcomes vary between patients. For an emergency, use appropriate emergency services.