Dr. Praveen Rao Vadije
Specialist Neonatology
Aster Hospital Mankhool
Experience: Over 12 years
Dr Praveen Rao Vadije is a specialist neonatologist and paediatrician at Aster Hospital, Mankhool, Dubai, with over 12 years of clinical experience. His primary focus is on Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU), treating premature babies and newborns with serious conditions such as breathing difficulty, infections, birth complications, or low birth weight. He combines evidence-based medicine with a family-centred approach to support safe stabilisation and long-term neonatal health.
Dr Vadije holds an MBBS from Osmania Medical College, an MD in Paediatrics from Mamata Medical College, and a DrNB in Neonatology from Fernandez Hospital, Hyderabad, which gave him a robust academic foundation. Moreover, he holds a Specialist License from the Department of Health (DOH), UAE.
He is experienced in NICU procedures, including neonatal ventilation, CPAP, central line placement, and advanced newborn monitoring for healthy growth and development. His practice also involves stabilisation at birth and coordinated care during the early postnatal period. His proficiency in caring for newborns with complex medical needs makes him one of the best neonatologists in Dubai. He plans treatment based on each newborn's clinical status and physiological needs.
In addition to his clinical acumen as a leading pediatric neonatologist, Dr Praveen Rao Vadije is known for his calm demeanour and clear guidance. As a trusted neonatal care specialist in Dubai, he takes the time to ensure new parents have a comprehensive understanding of their infant's condition and treatment journey. His empathetic care delivery and commitment to clinical excellence make him a preferred choice for many families to welcome their little ones with confidence and peace of mind.
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Education +
MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), DrNB (Neonatology)
DOH License Grade +
Specialist
Type of Physician +
Full-Time
Credentials +
- MBBS – Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad, India
- MD (Paediatrics) – Mamata Medical College, Khammam, India
- DrNB (Neonatology) – Fernandez Hospital, Hyderabad, India
Professional Associations +
- National Neonatology Forum (NNF)
- Indian Academy of Paediatrics (IAP)
Professional Experience +
- Consultant Neonatologist and Paediatrician – Ankura Hospital for Women & Children, Hyderabad, India (2024-2025)
- Consultant Neonatologist and Paediatrician– Cloudnine Hospital, Hyderabad, India (2023-2024)
- Consultant Neonatologist and Paediatrician – Paramitha Children’s Hospital, Hyderabad, India (2021-2023)
- Resident in Neonatology – Fernandez Hospital, Hyderabad, India (2018-2021)
- Assistant Professor & Consultant – Departments of Paediatrics & Neonatology, Telangana, India (2013-2018)
Clinical Expertise & Services Offered +
As an experienced neonatologist in Dubai, Dr Praveen Rao Vadije provides specialised, compassionate care for newborns who need close medical attention. His work as a neonatologist consultant focuses on both critical care and long-term wellbeing, supporting families through every stage of their baby’s treatment and recovery.
Newborn & Neonatal Care
- Specialised, compassionate care for term, preterm, and critically ill newborns
- Advanced support for extremely premature and low-birth-weight infants
Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU)
- Level III–IV NICU services with expertise in neonatal stabilisation
- Advanced monitoring and life-support systems
Resuscitation & Respiratory Support
Advanced neonatal resuscitation and delivers comprehensive respiratory care. That includes
- Invasive and non-invasive ventilation
- HFOV and inhaled nitric oxide therapy
Advanced Neonatal Procedures
- Therapeutic hypothermia
- Central line placement
- Exchange transfusions
- Peritoneal dialysis
- Neonatal transport coordination
Neonatal Ultrasound (POCUS)
Dr Vadije performs bedside lung ultrasound, targeted echocardiography, and neurosonography to support rapid clinical decision-making to ensure accurate care for critically ill newborns.
Follow-Up & Developmental Care
- Structured growth monitoring
- Developmental assessments
- Neurodevelopmental follow-up
- He utilises advanced tools such as BSID-IV, ASQ-3, HINE, and DDST-II
General Paediatrics
Dr Vadije offers holistic, family-centred neonatal and infant care, including:
- Routine paediatric care
- Vaccinations
- Parental counselling
Family-Centred Care
As a trusted pediatric newborn consultant and high-risk newborn specialist, he prioritises parent education, breastfeeding support, and clear newborn care guidance, along with long-term follow-up.
Precisely, he offers all-inclusive neonatal care with top-notch efficiency. Families value his holistic approach as an experienced infant care doctor in Dubai.
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