Dr. Alka Khaitan M.D.
Infectious Disease Specialist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Infectious Diseases
705 RILEY HOSPITAL DR RR230 INDIANAPOLIS IN, 46202About
Dr. Alka Khaitan is a pediatric infectious disease specialist practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Khaitan specializes in recurring or persistent diseases caused by bacteria, parasites or fungus in infants, children and adolescents. Pediatric infectious disease specialists also provide consultation to other health care professionals dealing with complex cases.
Education and Training
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine 2006
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Infectious Diseases
Provider Details
Dr. Alka Khaitan M.D.'s Practice location
Dr. Alka Khaitan M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Khaitan
Recommended Articles
- Treatment for Meningitis
The severity of meningitis varies from one person to another. In common cases, medications can help solve the problem and the person may recover within 1 to 3 weeks. But in cases where there is a risk of the infection spreading to the meninges, hospitalization and other confirmation tests might be...
- Orchitis After Mumps
Orchitis is an inflammatory condition of the testes caused by an infection from a virus or bacteria. The infection could be because of mumps, mononucleosis or STDs. Infection due to bacteria develops from the progression of epididymitis, a tube that carries semen out of the testes. Mumps virus is...
- Facts About Meningitis Vaccines
IntroductionThe only way to prevent serious and life-threatening diseases such as meningitis is through vaccination. Meningitis can also be caused by viral, bacterial, and fungal infections. The infection usually affects the meninges or membranes that enclose the brain and spinal cord. Although...
- Are there any Alternative Remedies for the Treatment of Mumps?
What are the best remedies for fever and pain when you have the mumps?Mumps is a viral infection which causes pain and swelling in the throat and neck. It is common in children and youngsters.As the treatment for mumps, traditionally decoctions of healing herbs were recommended for little children....
- Home Remedies for Chickenpox
What can relieve the itching sensation if my child has chickenpox?...
- What if I Do Not Want My Child to Undergo MMR Vaccination?
The MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine is recommended for all children as it is the safest, most effective way to protect children against three diseases that can have serious, even fatal, consequences. Measles is a highly contagious viral infection whose initial symptoms include fever,...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Benjamin F Weston MD705 Riley Hospital Dr Indianapolis IN 46202
- Dr. Elaine G Cox MD705 RILEY HOSPITAL DR INDIANAPOLIS IN 46202
- Dr. John Jacob Manaloor M.D.1701 Senate Blvd Indianapolis IN 46202
- Dr. Martin B Kleiman MD705 RILEY HOSPITAL DR INDIANAPOLIS IN 46202
- Dr. John C Christenson MD1701 Senate Blvd Indianapolis IN 46202
- Dr. James Glenn Carlucci MD, MPH705 RILEY HOSPITAL DR INDIANAPOLIS IN 46202