Question 1

Where does Dr. Rashid Merchant practice?

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Dr. Rashid Merchant practices at Apollo Hospitals - Belapur.

Question 2

How can I take Dr. Rashid Merchant's appointment ?

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You can take Dr. Rashid Merchant's appointment online through Practo for in-clinic visit with the doctor.

Question 3

Why do patients visit Dr. Rashid Merchant?

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Patients frequently visit Dr. Rashid Merchant for Congenital Disorders Evaluation / Treatment, Newborn Jaundice, Fever Treatment. To see more reasons visit the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 4

What is Dr. Rashid Merchant's education qualification?

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Dr. Rashid Merchant has the following qualifications - MBBS, MD - Pediatrics, Diploma in Child Health (DCH). You can book the doctor through the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 5

What does Dr. Rashid Merchant specialises in ?

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Dr. Rashid Merchant specialises as Pediatrician.

Question 6

How many years of experience does Dr. Rashid Merchant have?

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Dr. Rashid Merchant has an overall experience of 56 years. View where has Dr. Rashid Merchant practiced in the past.

Question 7

Who is Dr. Rashid Merchant?

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Dr. Rashid Merchant is a Pediatrician in Bandra West, Mumbai and has an experience of 56 years in this field. Dr. Rashid Merchant practices at Doctor Centre in Bandra West, Mumbai and Apollo Hospitals in Belapur, Navi Mumbai. He completed MBBS from University of Mumbai, Mumbai in 1968,MD - Pediatrics from University of Mumbai, Mumbai in 1971 and Diploma in Child Health (DCH) from King Edward Memorial Hospital and Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College in 1970. He is a member of INDIAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS,(National Neonatology Forum,Indian Society of Perinatology and Reproductive Biology,AIDS Society of India,Federation of Indian Thalassemics and Indian Medical Association (IMA). Some of the services provided by the doctor are: Congenital Disorders Evaluation / Treatment,Newborn Jaundice,Fever Treatment,Growth & Development Evaluation / Management and Infant & Child nutrition etc.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 8

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.

Dr. Rashid Merchant

Belapur, Navi Mumbai

Apollo Hospitals

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