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Dr. Sari Ali Nabulsi, M.D.

Pediatrician

Dr. Sari Nabulsi is a pediatrician practicing in Midland, TX. Dr. Nabulsi is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Nabulsi diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Nabulsi can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
28 years Experience
Dr. Sari Ali Nabulsi, M.D.
  • Midland, TX
  • University of Illinois at Chicago
  • Accepting new patients

Is the pneumococcal vaccine important?

Pneumococcal vaccine is not optional. It is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics at 2,4,6 and 15 months for all children. It is protective of the most common strains READ MORE
Pneumococcal vaccine is not optional. It is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics at 2,4,6 and 15 months for all children. It is protective of the most common strains that causes pneumonia, meningitis, otitis media and sinusitis. It has shown a protective coverage for the common strains that we do not see anymore.

Can steroids make my daughter overweight?

Using steroids for a long time (more than two weeks) can cause serious side effects, including abnormal blood sugar, cataracts, weight gain, and muscle weakness. It should be regulated READ MORE
Using steroids for a long time (more than two weeks) can cause serious side effects, including abnormal blood sugar, cataracts, weight gain, and muscle weakness. It should be regulated and closely monitored by a physician.

Motion sickness in children?

It is relatively common for children to have motion sickness. The most important thing is to hydrate your child well before and during travel. A trial of Benadryl might help, too. READ MORE
It is relatively common for children to have motion sickness. The most important thing is to hydrate your child well before and during travel. A trial of Benadryl might help, too. Dramime tends to have more side effects and is not recommended for children. A behind-the-ear patch is sometimes needed.

My baby blinks excessively. What's wrong?

Your child needs to see his doctor as soon as possible to rule out possible partial seziures. EEG might be needed to rule it out.

My 9 month old baby is not able to digest non-breast milk. What should I do?

We normally don't recommend to start dairy products in children until the age of one. I would hold off for three months and give his body a chance to heal.

Is bread safe for toddlers?

Bread is safe for toddlers. The only condition to worry about is Celiac disease, which is an allergy to gluten.

How should I approach constipation in a 7 year old?

You need to identify the reason for the constipation. Sometimes, too much solid food might be the reason and you need to add more water to your diet. A trial of prune juice might READ MORE
You need to identify the reason for the constipation. Sometimes, too much solid food might be the reason and you need to add more water to your diet. A trial of prune juice might help, too.

What is the best way to clean ears of a newborn baby?

We don't recommend cleaning your newborn's ears. You have to wait until the wax comes to the outside of the ear and pick it out.

What should I watch for when Adderall Xr 10 mg medication has stopped

Stopping her Adderal Rx should not do anything, but her ADD/ADHD will come back into full gear. In the past, we used to give them coffee to help provide some of the stimulant effects READ MORE
Stopping her Adderal Rx should not do anything, but her ADD/ADHD will come back into full gear. In the past, we used to give them coffee to help provide some of the stimulant effects of Adderal or any other stimulants. You might want to try that.

Newborn constipation, what can I do?

More likely, it is due to adding formula to her feedings. If your breast feeding is already established, there is no need to supplement with formula. You can also pump and put READ MORE
More likely, it is due to adding formula to her feedings. If your breast feeding is already established, there is no need to supplement with formula. You can also pump and put in a bottle. If her gas and constipation is bad, you could use babylax suppository to help relieve it.

My second child is 14 months old and hasn't taken her first steps. Is something wrong?

It depends. You need to look at the overall aspect of your child development, including gross motor, fine motor, speech and language and social skills. If delayed walking is the READ MORE
It depends. You need to look at the overall aspect of your child development, including gross motor, fine motor, speech and language and social skills. If delayed walking is the only thing that is a concern, it is still within normal.