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
To stop my child from bleeding is turmeric considered a good option?
No, you should clean the bleeding area with hydrogen peroxide or alcohol. Turmeric is not a good choice. READ MORE
Do natural remedies help in treating strep throat or do you need medicine?
Strep throat should always be treated with penicillin for 10 days. Natural products will not work to prevent the complication of strep. READ MORE
How long does childhood asthma last?
Asthma does not have a set duration; it varies. Some people get over it completely while in others it remains the same or gets worse. READ MORE
When is a fever a cause of concern?
When the fever lasts more than 7 to 8 days, then it is a cause of concern. Also, if fever is high in a child from 6 months to 6 years, it can cause febrile convulsions. READ MORE
My 9 year old son wheezes a lot and requires frequent nebulizer treatment. Will this impact his health in the long run?
Studies have shown there is no long-term impact on health for frequent neutralization. READ MORE
My daughter is 7 years old and is a fussy eater. How can I supplement her nutrition?
Help your child to pick up vegetables from the market and then engage her in preparation like making them, cutting into different shapes, and even cooking them to make it an interesting dish she will take pride in and be interested in tasting and enjoying the vegetables. READ MORE
If my child is lactose intolerant, will he be weak?
Give him a lactose-free diet and he will catch up and will grow normally. READ MORE
Can cough syrups be harming my child?
Cough syrups do more harm than good. They should not be given to children. A good substitute for cough syrup is good old honey. READ MORE
My 2 year old daughter has been detected with scabies and medication doesn't look like it's helping yet. What should I do?
itching can last for some time after treatment for scabies even though the scabies is cured. READ MORE
6 month old not getting enough ounces
As long as the baby is eating other food mixed with formula and is healthy, you should not worry; at six months, you can offer fluids by a baby cup also with rounded edges. Yogurt is a good substitute for calcium-rich food. Make the feeding time pleasant and enjoyable; do not force baby to take a bottle. READ MORE
My son is 2 months old and tends to poop once every 4 days. The doctor says its normal but I am worried.
It is normal for babies not to have bowel movements every day, but if they do not have a bowel movement for more than 4 days, then we have to find the cause. READ MORE
Does sleeping with a bottle cause a problem?
Yes, do not make the baby sleep with the bottle in the mouth, it can become a habit and cause dental caries once the teeth erupt around 6 months. READ MORE
Is a little vomit after feeding a new born all right?
YES IT IS NORMAL READ MORE
My baby sounds like he is wheezing. Should I be worried?
If there is no respiratory distress like chest retraction or tucking in, there is no cause to worry because enlarged adenoids and enlarged tonsils can make noises while child is sleeping. READ MORE
My baby makes a whistling sound when sleeping. What does it mean?
It is because of upper airway obstetrics from either enlarged adenoids and positional. If baby has no respiratory distress, nothing to worry about. READ MORE
Is it okay if my baby has swallowed Vaseline?
Vaseline is inert and not toxic. Clean the mouth with water and give water. Watch for any symptoms like vomiting. READ MORE
How long should my son be at home with pink eye?
As soon as the eyes look normal, going to school should not be delayed. READ MORE
Can diapers cause UTI in children?
Diaper does not cause urine infection. Urine infection is because of short urethra in girls and from fecal contamination. READ MORE
Bad behavior?
It is because of lack of social skills and lack of communication skills in autism disorder. READ MORE
When can I introduce my baby to packaged milk?
Regular milk is given at one year age according to recommended action of American Academy of Pediatrics. 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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