Question 1

Where does Dr. Sumitra Dewani practice?

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Dr. Sumitra Dewani practices at Medcare Center - Powai.

Question 2

Why do patients visit Dr. Sumitra Dewani?

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Patients frequently visit Dr. Sumitra Dewani for Growth & Development Evaluation / Management, Treatment of fractures and other injuries in children, Infant & Child nutrition. To see more reasons visit the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 3

What is Dr. Sumitra Dewani's education qualification?

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Dr. Sumitra Dewani has the following qualifications - Diploma in Child Health (DCH), MBBS.

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What does Dr. Sumitra Dewani specialises in ?

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Dr. Sumitra Dewani specialises as Pediatrician.

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How many years of experience does Dr. Sumitra Dewani have?

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Dr. Sumitra Dewani has an overall experience of 30 years. View where has Dr. Sumitra Dewani practiced in the past.

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Who is Dr. Sumitra Dewani?

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Dr. Sumitra Dewani is a Pediatrician in Powai, Mumbai and has an experience of 30 years in this field. Dr. Sumitra Dewani practices at Medcare Center in Powai, Mumbai. She completed Diploma in Child Health (DCH) from Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune in 1996 and MBBS from Karnataka University, India in 1994. She is a member of Maharastra Medical Council. Some of the services provided by the doctor are: Growth & Development Evaluation / Management,Treatment of fractures and other injuries in children,Infant & Child nutrition,New Born Care and Viral Fever etc.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

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Who is a Paediatrician?

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A paediatrician or a child specialist is a doctor who manages the health of your child. A paediatrician is trained to manage the physical, behavioural, and mental health of a child. A child specialist is trained to treat childhood illnesses, from minor health issues to serious health disorders. A child can be treated by a paediatrician right from birth.

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What is the age range of children which a Paediatrician can treat?

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Paediatricians can treat a child right from birth. From birth till 2 years, there may be many visits to the paediatrician. From age 2 to 5 years, there will be once a year “well-child” visits. After the age of 5 years, paediatric visits will be done annually. Up to the age of 18 years, you can visit a paediatrician.

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Can a Paediatrician perform surgery?

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Paediatricians are concerned with the physical and mental well being of children. Paediatric surgeons specialize in surgeries. A paediatrician can also perform surgeries with the necessary training. Paediatricians may only evaluate and treat children through non-invasive procedures. Paediatric surgeons perform minor surgeries like removal of foreign bodies to major surgeries like cardiac surgery.

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What does a paediatrician do?

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A paediatrician is trained to perform procedures like: vaccine administration, treat dislocated shoulders or elbows, treat minor injuries, remove foreign bodies, split brown bones, perform circumcision. Apart from these specific procedures paediatricians also ensure well-being of the child through routine examinations. They also handle conditions that affect new born children.

Dr. Sumitra Dewani

Powai, Mumbai

Medcare Center

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