DR JISHA SANKAR – PEDIATRIC GASTROENTEROLOGIST IN QATAR

Introduction

Dr Jisha Sankar is a highly experienced pediatric gastroenterologist in Qatar with over 20 years of medical experience and more than a decade of specialized expertise in pediatric gastroenterology and hepatology. She is currently practicing at Naseem Surgical and Medical Centre, C Ring, Qatar. She specializes in managing digestive, liver, and nutritional disorders in children. Dr Jisha is known for her precise diagnosis, advanced clinical expertise, and compassionate approach to child healthcare.

About Dr Jisha Sankar

Dr Jisha Sankar is a specialist in pediatric gastroenterology with advanced training in liver and digestive disorders in children.

• Specialization: Pediatric Gastroenterology

• Department: Pediatrics

• Experience: 20+ years

• Nationality: British

• Languages: English, Malayalam

• License Number: P7926

Qualifications

• MBBS – St George’s Hospital University of London

• MD Pediatrics

• MRCPCH (UK)

• Fellowship in Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition

• Clinical Fellowship in Pediatric Hepatology – King’s College Hospital, London

• CESR – Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition

Pediatric Gastroenterology Services

Dr Jisha provides comprehensive care for children with digestive, liver, and nutritional conditions.

• Pediatric gastroenterology consultation

• Diagnosis and management of digestive disorders

• Liver and hepatology care

• Nutritional assessment and management

• Pediatric endoscopy procedures

Conditions Treated

Dr Jisha manages a wide range of pediatric conditions including:

• Poor weight gain and growth concerns

• Chronic abdominal pain

• Chronic diarrhea and vomiting

• Chronic constipation

• Celiac disease

• Prolonged jaundice

• Liver, pancreas, and biliary tract disorders

Treatments and Procedures

• Diagnostic upper gastrointestinal endoscopy

• Diagnostic lower gastrointestinal endoscopy

• Nutritional management and dietary planning

• Long-term management of chronic gastrointestinal conditions

Special Expertise Areas

• Pediatric digestive disorders

• Pediatric liver diseases

• Nutritional disorders in children

• Chronic gastrointestinal conditions

• Complex hepatology cases

Treatment Approach

Dr Jisha follows a patient-centered and evidence-based approach, focusing on accurate diagnosis and individualized treatment plans. She emphasizes early detection, nutritional support, and long-term management to improve children’s health and development.

Experience and Professional Background

Dr Jisha Sankar completed her MBBS from St George’s Hospital University of London and underwent early medical training in UK hospitals. She completed her pediatric training at Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha. She further specialized in pediatric gastroenterology and hepatology through fellowship training at HMC and Sidra Medicine, followed by a clinical fellowship in hepatology at King’s College Hospital, London. She brings extensive international experience in managing complex pediatric cases.

Clinic Location and Timings

• Clinic: Naseem Surgical and Medical Centre

• Location: C Ring, Qatar

Consultation Schedule:

• 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Thursday)

• 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (Tuesday, Wednesday)

• Off on Friday

• Online Booking: Available