Pediatric Endocrinology Consultant Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Mohammed Medical City (STMC)

The Pediatric Endocrinology Consultant focuses on diagnosing and managing hormonal and metabolic disorders in children and adolescents within a multidisciplinary, patient-centered team. The role combines specialized outpatient and inpatient care, participation in innovative specialty clinics, and involvement in education and clinical research.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and manage a wide range of pediatric endocrine disorders, including diabetes, thyroid disease, adrenal disorders, growth and puberty concerns, and metabolic conditions.
• Provide inpatient and outpatient consultations, follow-up care, and long-term management of chronic endocrine diseases.
• Order, interpret, and oversee diagnostic investigations such as hormone assays, imaging studies, and dynamic endocrine testing.
• Develop individualized treatment and management plans tailored to each child s condition.
• Collaborate with pediatricians, dietitians, geneticists, surgeons, and other specialists to provide integrated care.
• Manage emergency endocrine conditions such as diabetic ketoacidosis, adrenal crisis, and severe hypoglycemia.
• Educate and counsel children and families on disease management, treatment adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
• Supervise, mentor, and support junior doctors, residents, and fellows in pediatric endocrinology.
• Participate in departmental clinical research, academic activities, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate medical records and comply with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.