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Dr. Shadi Malaeb, M.D.
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist
Dr. Shadi Malaeb is a Neonatal-Perinatal physician practicing in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Malaeb cares for critically ill newborns and premature infants. Neonatal-Perinatal physicians treat conditions such as breathing disorders, birth defects, infections, and any other life-threatening medical problems. They coordinate with their young patient's families and other physicians to determine the appropriate treatment.
25 years
Experience
Dr. Shadi Malaeb, M.D.
- Philadelphia, PA
- American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine
- Accepting new patients
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
Neonatal-perinatal medicine is a subspecialty of pediatrics that consists of the medical care of newborn infants and understanding the conditions around birth that affect their...
Are all congenital disorders inherited?
No, not all, some can be.
What precautions should be taken after normal delivery?
Hello, the best is to follow you obstetrician's advice after you deliver, as different women could have specific conditions after delivery that need to be individualised.
My baby blinks excessively. What's wrong?
It is best to have yor baby evaluateed with your pediatrician and possibly a pediatric neurologist to make sure these are not seizures. Best wishes.
How common is newborn jaundice?
Very common; however, the causes are varied. Almost all newborns have a small degree of jaundice in the first few weeks of life. But not all jaundice is the same. Many times it READ MORE
Very common; however, the causes are varied. Almost all newborns have a small degree of jaundice in the first few weeks of life. But not all jaundice is the same. Many times it is benign, but other times it could indicate a problem. Best to discuss with your pediatrician the specific type of the jaundice your baby has, and to obtain relevant blood tests.
What could be cause of sepsis in a newborn?
There are different kinds of bacteria or other microbes could cross into the fetus around birth and cause infection, leading to sepsis. Best is to discuss with your baby's pediatrician READ MORE
There are different kinds of bacteria or other microbes could cross into the fetus around birth and cause infection, leading to sepsis. Best is to discuss with your baby's pediatrician the specific nature of the pathogen and review risk factors for sepsis to detemine a possible cause. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.
My 4 month old baby is developing some kind of an allergic rash. Please help.
Best is to have the baby examined by her pediatrician to make sure it is allergy and not a skin infection. The treatments are different.
