About the Doctor
Dr. Rahul Nagpal comes to us armed with knowledge, experience and an impeccable clinical acumen, with a foray of over 25 years in the field of Paediatrics. He has worked in many Tertiary care hospitals in New Delhi, including Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Batra Hospital and Max Super Speciality Hospital. At Max he was the Head of the Paediatric Dept and steered the department towards clinical and academic excellence. Dr. Nagpal’s area of expertise spans General Paediatrics, Paediatric Intensive Care and Neonatal Intensive Care. He has been in active Clinical Practice in South Delhi for the last 20 years and is a Consultant to Vasant Valley School and an NGO, Children of the World since the last 18 years. He has been certified by American Academy of Continuing Medical Education and also holds MAMS from Austria. He has worked in prominent tertiary care hospitals of Delhi in important senior positions. Currently a Director and Head at Fortis Hospital, his last position was the Head of Pediatrics at Max hospital Saket. He had earlier worked at Batra Hospital, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, and held a teaching job at medical college Rohtak.
Specialization
Frequently Asked Questions About Pediatrics
How often should my child see the Pediatrician?
Your child should not only see the pediatrician for an illness. It is also important to schedule well-child-care exams regularly, beginning in infancy. Also called well-care visits or checkups, these routine examinations provide the best opportunity for the doctor to observe the progress of your child’s physical and mental growth and development; to counsel and teach parents; to detect problems through screening tests; to provide immunizations, and to get to know one another. Well-care visits are strongly recommended as part of preventive pediatric care.
When should I start feeding my baby solid foods?
Solid foods need to be introduced to ensure that your baby gets proper nutrition around 6 months of age. Ask your doctor about when when to introduce solid foods and how to do it.
When should you seek emergency care for your child?
Is it necessary to visit a Pediatrician during pregnancy?
Yes, a visit to the Pediatrician’s clinic can play a significant role in your journey of parenthood. He/ She can offer valuable guidance regarding the child’s development. Once you are well aware of your child’s development, you can easily track his/her growth. It will not just guide you for parenthood, but also help you to establish a healthy relationship with your child.
Can a Pediatrician offer consultation about vaccination plans for your child?
Yes, a Pediatrician can offer a vaccination plan for your child. It is important to follow a vaccination schedule to keep your child healthy. A doctor will explain to you the details of every vaccination. If some vaccine may have any minor side effects, a pediatrician will equip you with such relevant information.
How can a Pediatrician help with your child’s overall health?
Yes, a Pediatrician can offer a vaccination plan for your child. It is important to follow a vaccination schedule to keep your child healthy. A doctor will explain to you the details of every vaccination. If some vaccine may have any minor side effects, a pediatrician will equip you with such relevant information.
