Dr. Zahida Khan MD
Pediatrician
132 WILSON AVE BROOKLYN NY, 11237Rating
3/5
About
Dr. Zahida Khan is a pediatrician practicing in BROOKLYN, NY. Dr. Khan is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Khan 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. Khan can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Lady Hardinge Med Coll- Univ Of Delhi- New Delhi- Delhi- India 1963
Board Certification
American Board of Pediatrics- Pediatrics
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Dr. Zahida Khan MD's Expert Contributions
Are probiotics safe for kids?
Yes, probiotics improve the gut functions. The good bacteria improve the common GI symptomology. READ MORE
What can be done to control anger in small children?
Children from two years to 5 years have behavioral issues by showing their authority in the form of temper tantrums. Best thing is to ignore in a safe environment and when the child calms down, then explain in a friendly way why at times it is not possible to have his way. READ MORE
My daughter has a persistant fever. What should I do?
The best thing is to record the fever over a period of time from your observation and have a primary care doctor run a series of tests for other conditions which cause persistent fever, including some autoimmune diseases, and then make a referral to the appropriate specialist. READ MORE
Is it safe to give my child a cold shower in case of a high grade fever?
No, it is better to give shower with tepid water - not so cold, not so hot. READ MORE
Is Motrin safe for a 3 year old?
It is safe to use Motrin per kilo of body weight every 6 hours in proper dose, but I prefer Tylenol in proper dose; it has less side effects. READ MORE
What can I do to help ease my child's asthma?
She should be taking controller medication to prevent asthma on a daily basis. READ MORE
Is it normal for kids to feel a little disoriented after a flu?
It is not common to feel like that, especially when you are recovering from the flu. READ MORE
Why is my daughter getting a fever without any infection?
It could be fever without a focus. A urine infection can cause that. READ MORE
What is the best way to clean my nebulizer?
With water alone. READ MORE
What can I do to get rid of chickenpox scars for my little one?
Most scares will fade over a period of time so give some time and if they are bothering then there are lots of options like laser or micro abrasion. READ MORE
Are preservatives in infant food safe?
No. Any preservatives for any age is not safe and can have side effects. READ MORE
Why does my child get the hiccups so often?
It is commen for newborns to have hiccups do not worry about it READ MORE
Should I be worried about my daughter's weight?
If the weight loss is sudden then it is important to find out what is causing it and run some tests READ MORE
Is the pneumococcal vaccine important?
Yes it is very important to protect from bacterial diseases READ MORE
Can steroids make my daughter overweight?
Yes strerpids can cause increase in weight and obesity READ MORE
As my child grows, what should be her intake of milk?
After the age of one year too much of milk is not good reduce to eight ounces instead give milk products like yogurt and Cheese and variety of vegetables fruits and meats READ MORE
Is it okay if my daughter missed certain milestones?
There is a lot of variation. It is okay, a fat child might not crawl altogether. READ MORE
My child refuses to drink milk. Will it cause any health issues for him?
After one year, a child does not need too much milk. Give milk products like yogurt or cheese instead. READ MORE
When is the earliest time per year a child should get their flu shot?
At age 6 months and a booster 28 days later. READ MORE
My daughter has dark circles under her eyes and she is just 3 years old. Why is this happening?
Dark circles under the eye could be allergic shiners. Check her for other manifestations of allergies like congested throat, running nose, sneezing, and cough. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Preceptorship to Instruct Residents from Different Medical Schools -
Treatments
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Fever
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Pneumonia
- Swimmer
Professional Memberships
- The American Academy of Pediatrics
- American Medical Association
Treatments
- preventive care,vaccinations,physicals for school,camp.sports and job physicals.
Internships
- barberton citizen hospital barberton ohio
Fellowships
- St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital in affiliation of columbia presbyterian hospital
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard work
Hobbies / Sports
- Reading, Gardening
Favorite professional publications
- AAP participated in office research
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