Mumbai is the home to business hubs and industries where lifestyle is really fast. Because of this busy lifestyle parents of children are also busy in their work which causes ignorance towards children. Because of that children are alone at home with television and mobiles increasing chances of Behavioural disorders, lifestyle disorders like obesity, undernutrition in children’s Busy calendars and unhealthy eating practices are expected to improve cases of chronic disorders like constipation, enuresis, GIT problems and others.
- To promote healthy growth and development of children through ayurvedic principles.
- To provide preventive, promotive, and curative paediatric health care.
- To educate parents regarding proper infant care, breastfeeding, nutrition, and hygiene.
- To conduct clinical research community health programmes for child welfare.
- Paediatric OPD and IPD services
- Neonatal and child health care
- Balrog panchakarma and supportive ayurvedic therapies for children.
- Suvarnaprashan for immunity and cognitive development.
- Vaccination centre.
- Specialised management of longstanding illness like Paediatric Epilepsy , Paediatric Asthma ,Neuromotor retardation like cerebral palsy and associated symptoms, also Neuropsychiatric illnesses like Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD( Attention deficit hyperactive disorder) and associated illness.
| Name of Faculty | Qualification | Designation |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Prashant Laxmanrao Patil | MD,MSc (Psychology), PGDEMS | Professor & HOD |
| Dr. Shubhangi Kapil Thakur | BAMS, MD, PhD Scholar. | Associate Professor |
| Dr. Shobha Chandrahas Maindad | MD Kaumarbritya | Assistant Professor |
| Dr. Vaishnavi Vishwambhar Dakhore | MD Kaumarbritya | Assistant Professor (Contractual) |
Navajata Shishu Paricharya (IPD & OPD)
- Abhyanga (Oil Massage)
- Suvarna Prashan
- Lasikaran (Vaccination)
NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) – Level 2
- Provides care for preterm babies (≥32 weeks) and moderately ill newborns.
- Offers oxygen therapy, CPAP, IV fluids, phototherapy, and tube feeding.
- Manages neonatal jaundice, sepsis, respiratory distress, and low birth weight.
- Provides continuous monitoring and stabilizes newborns before referral when advanced care is required.
PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit) – Level 2
- Provides intensive care for moderately ill infants and children (1 month–18 years).
- Manages severe infections, pneumonia, shock, seizures, trauma, and poisoning.
- Offers continuous monitoring, oxygen therapy, non-invasive ventilation, IV medications, and emergency procedures.
- Provides 24-hour multidisciplinary care with trained pediatricians, nurses, and emergency support.
Well Baby Clinic
- Early detection of common neonatal problems and counselling.
- Assessment of growth and development according to age and early detection of Cerebral Palsy, Intellectual Disability, Autism, ADHD, and behavioural disorders.
- Promotion and encouragement of breastfeeding.
- Guidance on complementary feeding according to age.
- Screening for neonatal deafness.
Speciality Clinics & Bal Panchakarma Unit
- Enhances growth and development by improving digestion (Agni), nutrition, and immunity.
- Improves muscle strength, joint mobility, and neuromuscular function, especially in children with Cerebral Palsy and neuromuscular disorders.
- Promotes better sleep, mental relaxation, memory, and concentration, supporting healthy brain development.
- Supports rehabilitation and improves quality of life when combined with physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and other pediatric care.
School Health Camp
- Regularly organized for children aged 3–14 years.
- Free Suvarna Prashan camps at M. A. Podar Hospital, various schools, and NGOs.
- Free Cerebral Palsy camps at M. A. Podar Hospital.
- Regular outreach pediatric health camps in Worli, Dadar, and nearby areas.
Activities
- Regular celebration of Children's Day.
- Celebration of Autism Awareness Day.
- Nutrition Week programmes.
- Breastfeeding Week celebrations.
- Counselling for parents regarding behavioural disorders.
Suvarna Prashan
- Enhances immunity in children up to 12 years of age.
- Improves appetite and digestion.
- Supports physical and mental growth.
- Improves memory, concentration, and learning ability.
Panchakarma Procedures
- Snehan (Oil Massage), Swedana (Steam Therapy), and Basti (Enema Therapy).
- Beneficial for children with Cerebral Palsy and intellectual disabilities.
- Shirodhara and Nasya (Nasal Therapy) for children with ASD and ADHD.
- Jalaukavacharana (Leech Therapy) for skin disorders such as psoriasis, dermatitis, and alopecia areata.
- Total teaching experience: 22 years.
- PG teaching experience: 13 years.
- Total publications: More than 22 research articles published in national and international indexed journals.
- Guided 6 PG students under MUHS, Nashik.
- MPSC Paper Setter for Medical Officer examinations.
- Served as an expert speaker on Ayurvedic management of Pediatric Epilepsy and Pediatric Asthma in Arogya Sampada television programmes on Doordarshan Worli, Mumbai, for public health awareness.
- Eminent Speaker for Warankar Blogs on Optimal Child Care.
- Ph.D. Scholar.
- Total teaching experience: 16 years.
- Papers published: 22 research papers.
- Ph.D. Scholar.
- Completed a clinical trial on Balrasayana Syrup evaluating its immunomodulatory action in children with respiratory disorders.
- Completed a clinical project on demonstration of neurological examination among Ayurveda interns.
- Conducting an ongoing clinical trial on speech disorders in children.
- Presented research papers at various scientific conferences.
- Total teaching experience: 2.5 years.
- NTET cleared in March 2026.
- Teaching experience: 11 months.
School Health Camp
Vaccination and Neonatal Care
PICU
Tutorials
Balpanchkarma
Basti
Basti is considered one of the most effective Ayurvedic therapies for managing Vata disorders in children. It helps improve muscle strength, joint mobility, bowel function, growth, and overall neuromuscular development. Basti is particularly beneficial in conditions such as Cerebral Palsy and Muscular Dystrophy, where it supports rehabilitation and enhances quality of life.
Pindsweda
Pindsweda is a therapeutic sudation procedure that is useful in children with Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy, and chronic cases of Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM). The therapy enhances microcirculation, nourishes tissues, relieves stiffness, and helps restore muscular function, thereby supporting better mobility and physical development.
Shirodhara
Shirodhara is indicated in pediatric neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders including Cerebral Palsy, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Developmental Delay, Muscular Dystrophy, and Sleep Disturbances. Used as an adjunct therapy, it promotes relaxation, improves sleep quality, reduces spasticity, and supports neurorehabilitation.
Nasya
Nasya helps improve the functions of the brain, nose, and sense organs. In children, it is used as an adjunct therapy in conditions like cerebral palsy, developmental delay, autism, and recurrent ENT disorders to support neurological function and overall well-being.