What does a Paediatric Surgery doctor do?
A paediatric surgeon manages conditions that need surgery in children from birth to 18: inguinal and umbilical hernias, undescended testis, hypospadias, circumcision, appendicitis, pyloric stenosis, congenital malformations and injuries. A child is not a small adult — anaesthesia, incisions and recovery are planned for the child's age, and most operations are done as day cases.
Common reasons to consult
- Inguinal and umbilical hernia
- Undescended testis
- Hypospadias
- Circumcision
- Appendicitis and acute abdomen
- Congenital malformations
Frequently asked questions
Does an umbilical hernia close on its own?
Most umbilical hernias in infants close by themselves by 2–4 years and observation is enough. An inguinal hernia does not close on its own and, because of the risk of strangulation, should be repaired electively once found.
When should an undescended testis be operated on?
The testis may descend by itself up to 6 months; if not, surgery is recommended between 6 and 18 months. Delay carries risks for future fertility and testicular health, so it is important to show the child to a paediatric surgeon before the age of one.
At what age and how is circumcision done?
Medically, circumcision can be done at any age; in infancy it is more comfortable under local anaesthetic and in older children under a short general anaesthetic. The procedure takes 20–30 minutes, the child goes home the same day and healing takes 7–10 days.
When does a child's abdominal pain need a surgeon?
Pain that starts around the navel and moves to the lower right, worsens with movement and comes with vomiting, fever and tenderness suggests appendicitis — urgent assessment is needed. In infants, crying in bouts, vomiting and bloody stools may be intussusception, also an emergency.
How many Paediatric Surgery doctors are on uzmanhekim.az?
The directory currently lists 11 verified Paediatric Surgery doctors; 11 of them are accepting new patients.
Which clinics do Paediatric Surgery doctors see patients at?
Doctors in this specialty see patients at 7 clinics, including Məlhəm Beynəlxalq Hospital, Ege Hospital, Liv Bona Dea Hospital, Mərkəzi Klinika, and Yeni Klinika.
Which cities do Paediatric Surgery doctors work in?
The Paediatric Surgery doctors in the directory see patients in these cities: Baku.
How do I book a Paediatric Surgery doctor online?
Pick a doctor from the list, choose a suitable day and time on their profile and send the appointment request. Your appointments appear in your account.
Are the doctors on this page verified?
Yes. This page only shows doctors whose diploma and licence documents have been checked by uzmanhekim.az.