General Paediatrics
At Somerset Clinic, we offer expert paediatric care tailored to children of all ages, from infancy to adolescence. Our services include routine check-ups, vaccinations, growth monitoring, and treatment for common childhood illnesses. With a focus on preventive care and early diagnosis, we ensure your child's health and development in a safe and caring environment.
Our experienced paediatricians provide compassionate and personalized care, addressing your child's medical needs with expertise and attention. From managing acute and chronic conditions to offering guidance on nutrition and overall wellness, we are committed to supporting your child's long-term health. At Somerset Clinic, your child’s well-being is our priority.
Our Paediatrics Specialist
Dr Talal Farha
Dr Sam Hassan
Dr Abdelhadi Abdelhadi
Comprehensive Paediatric Services We Offer
Our department provides a full spectrum of child health services, including:
- General Paediatrics: Diagnosis and treatment of common childhood conditions such as fever, cough, skin rashes, colic, and infections.
- Neonatal Care: Support for newborns, including premature baby care, jaundice management, and breastfeeding guidance.
- Heart Murmur Clinic: Specialist assessment and monitoring of innocent and pathological murmurs using echocardiography and consultation.
- Complex Paediatric Cases: Management of chronic and multi-system conditions including asthma, epilepsy, cystic fibrosis, autism, and cerebral palsy.
- Paediatric Endocrinology: Diagnosis and treatment of diabetes, thyroid disorders, growth issues, and puberty-related concerns.
- Developmental & Behavioural Assessments: Support for ADHD, autism, learning difficulties, and neurodevelopmental concerns.
- Respiratory & Gastrointestinal Medicine: Expert care for conditions such as chronic cough, asthma, reflux, constipation, and abdominal pain.
- Vaccinations & Preventive Care: Routine childhood immunisations and wellness checks in line with international guidelines.
We work collaboratively across departments — integrating care with our family medicine, dentistry, physiotherapy, psychology, and lactation support teams to provide truly holistic treatment.
Neonatal Care
In the intensive care unit, babies are under the constant supervision of highly qualified personnel. Babies who require special attention, treatment or complex procedures and examinations are sent here. The intensive care and resuscitation unit have round-the-clock access to doctors of various profiles to provide comprehensive assistance to the baby.
Premature babies with low body weight need special care and conditions. We create conditions of stay as close as possible to intrauterine: temperature, humidity, sound, light – everything should be comfortable. Doctors of our clinic have extensive experience in nursing premature infants with low body weight. Around-the-clock medical staff provides comprehensive support to newborns and their mothers.
Neonatal Care Specialist
Dr Talal Farha
Dr Abdelhadi Abdelhadi
Comfort for the Mother and the Baby
In the neonatal centre, babies lie in special boxes as it is impossible to stay together with their mother. However, we always provide the possibility for mothers and children to spend time together as much as possible. The peace of mind of the mother, a comfortable stay next to the child and the maximum possible contact – this is what our doctors always insist on. Special rooms for parents are located next to the neonatal centre and they are equipped with everything you need. It is also possible for the mother to be near the child only during the daytime if for some reason it is impossible to be there around the clock.
Heart murmur
At Somerset Clinic, we specialize in diagnosing and treating heart murmurs with advanced technology and compassionate care. Our expert cardiologists ensure early detection and personalized treatment to protect your heart health.
Our Heart Murmur Clinic offers comprehensive assessments and customized care plans to address the root cause of murmurs. We’re committed to supporting your journey with precise diagnosis and ongoing heart monitoring.
What Causes a Heart Murmur?
An innocent heart murmur (also called a normal or physiological heart murmur) can be caused by blood flowing faster than usual, and is common during:
- Childhood
- Growth spurts
- Exercise
- Pregnancy
Symptoms of heart murmurs that may be a cause for concern include:
- Blue or gray nails or lips
- Chest pain
- Persistent cough
- Dizziness
- Swollen liver
- Shortness of breath
- Sudden weight gain or swelling
- Swollen neck veins
- Fainting
- Heavy sweating with little or no activity
- Poor appetite and lack of growth in babies
If you are worried about a heart murmur, it is important to see a doctor. Most heart murmurs are not serious, but the only way to know for sure if a heart murmur is benign is to have a heart assessment and an echocardiogram. We are here to help, make an appointment with us if you have any concerns.
Dr Talal Farha
Complex Paediatric Cases
At Somerset Clinic, we provide expert diagnosis and treatment for complex paediatric cases. Our multidisciplinary team works closely with families to deliver advanced, compassionate care tailored to each child's unique needs.
From rare diseases to developmental disorders, our experienced paediatric specialists ensure every child receives the best medical care in a safe, supportive environment. Somerset Clinic is here to guide your child’s journey to better health.
Expert Paediatric Care Beyond the Basics
At Somerset Clinic, we go beyond routine childhood check-ups and vaccinations by offering highly specialized care for complex paediatric conditions. Our experienced team is equipped to manage a wide range of health challenges, including extreme prematurity, respiratory disorders like cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, pleural effusions, chest drains, bronchiectasis, and asthma. We also provide expert care for inherited conditions, neurological issues such as myoclonic epileptic encephalopathy and meningitis (bacterial, viral, or TB), surgical abdomens, and life-changing injuries. Our services extend to oncology cases, tracheostomies, muscular disorders (including myopathy and degenerative diseases), chronic illnesses, and urinary tract concerns such as infections, reflux, and deformities. Children with cerebral palsy, autism, hearing loss, chromosomal or genetic disorders, chronic lung disease, or complicated heart conditions also receive compassionate, multidisciplinary support tailored to their needs.
Complex Paediatric Specialist
Dr Talal Farha
Dr Sam Hassan
Dr Abdelhadi Abdelhadi
our Health Care
Our Caring Paediatrics Doctors Are Here for You
We recommend a newborn assessment within the first week of life, followed by routine wellness visits.
Yes. We follow the full UAE and international vaccination schedules, with in-clinic immunisations available.
Absolutely. We treat a wide range of complex paediatric conditions and offer ongoing support to families.
Very much so. Our staff are trained to provide care that is gentle, engaging, and respectful of children’s comfort and emotional needs.
