At Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital in Abu Dhabi, our Paediatric Rheumatology service offers specialised care for children and adolescents with rheumatic and autoimmune conditions affecting the joints, muscles, bones and connective tissues. Paediatric Rheumatology is a dedicated subspecialty focused on the accurate diagnosis and compassionate management of childhood inflammatory and autoimmune disorders, helping families navigate complex conditions with confidence and care.
What Is Paediatric Rheumatology?
Paediatric Rheumatology is a medical specialty centred on childhood rheumatic diseases, including autoimmune, inflammatory and musculoskeletal disorders that can impact a child’s mobility, quality of life and growth. Our expert physicians are trained to evaluate symptoms such as prolonged joint pain or swelling, unexplained fevers, rashes, fatigue, muscle weakness and reduced physical function, ensuring swift and accurate diagnoses.
Paediatric Rheumatology Conditions We Diagnose & Treat
Our Paediatric Rheumatology team assesses and manages a broad spectrum of conditions, including:
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) - chronic joint inflammation in children
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Diseases (e.g., lupus, dermatomyositis)
- Autoinflammatory Syndromes
- Painful musculoskeletal disorders and chronic swelling
- Unexplained fevers, rashes and systemic symptoms
- Other rare paediatric rheumatic conditions
Each child receives tailored care designed to control disease activity, manage symptoms and preserve function and mobility.
Our Paediatric Rheumatology Approach to Care
At Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital, we combine clinical excellence with compassionate care:
- Child-Focused Assessments: Comprehensive evaluation of medical history, physical examination and targeted investigations to pinpoint diagnosis.
- Advanced Diagnostics: Use of specialised imaging and laboratory testing to understand complex disease patterns.
- Personalised Treatment Plans: Individualised therapies including medications, lifestyle strategies, rehabilitative support and immunomodulatory treatments where indicated.
- Family-Centred Support: We partner closely with families, providing education, care planning and ongoing guidance throughout your child’s treatment journey.
Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively with paediatric specialists across disciplines to address systemic involvement and any co-existing needs.
Why Choose Us?
- Expert Paediatric Care: Our clinicians have experience and training in treating childhood rheumatic conditions with sensitivity and precision.
- Comprehensive Services: From early diagnosis to long-term management, we provide the full continuum of care under one roof.
- Holistic Support: We emphasise not only medical treatment but also emotional support, education and quality-of-life outcomes for patients and families.
- Convenient Location: Based in the heart of Abu Dhabi, our hospital provides accessible specialist care to children from across the UAE.
If your child is experiencing persistent joint pain, inflammation or any symptoms suggestive of a rheumatologic condition, our Paediatric Rheumatology team is here to help.
Contact us today to book a consultation or learn more about how we can support your child’s health and well-being.