Specialized Hormonal and Growth Care for Children and Adolescents
The Department of Pediatric Endocrinology at Ankura Hospitals provides world-class care for infants, children, and teenagers with complex hormonal and metabolic disorders. Our mission is to combine expert medical diagnosis with personalized treatment and compassionate family support to ensure every child achieves their full potential.
Department Highlights
- Global Expertise: Our team consists of elite pediatric endocrinologists with advanced training from premier institutions in India and abroad.
- Family-Centered Approach: We prioritize multidisciplinary care that includes extensive parent education and emotional support for chronic conditions.
- Broad Geographic Reach: Delivering specialized endocrine services to families across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Odisha.
Clinical Excellence & Benchmark Numbers
As a high-volume center of excellence, we provide integrated care that spans from newborn emergencies to adolescent hormonal transitions.
- 4,000+ Annual Outpatient (OPD) Consultations
- 1,000+ Integrated Inpatient Admissions
- National Success Rates: Leading clinical outcomes in comprehensive endocrine care and complex collaborative surgeries.
- Specialized Infrastructure: Dedicated areas for advanced endocrine dynamic testing, supported by NABH-accredited NICU and PICU facilities.
Specialized Clinics & Programs
We offer focused medical programs to address the most common and complex endocrine challenges:
1. Growth & Height Clinic
Evaluation and treatment for children with short stature, slow growth velocity, or excessive tallness to ensure healthy development.
2. Pediatric Obesity & Metabolic Clinic
A holistic program managing childhood obesity and its complications, including:
- Pediatric hypertension and dyslipidemia
- PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) management
- Nutrition and lifestyle modification strategies
3. Comprehensive Diabetes Center
Advanced care for Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes in children, utilizing the latest technological support, continuous glucose monitoring, and tailored activity guidance.
Conditions Treated
Our specialists manage a wide spectrum of endocrine and metabolic disorders:
- Thyroid Health: Hypothyroidism, Hyperthyroidism, and Congenital Hypothyroidism screening.
- Puberty Disorders: Expert management of Precocious (early) puberty, Delayed puberty, and menstrual irregularities.
- Neonatal Endocrine Care: Management of newborn hypoglycemia, electrolyte imbalances, and ambiguous genitalia.
- Bone & Mineral Health: Treatment for Rickets, Vitamin D deficiency, calcium imbalances, and genetic bone disorders.
- Adrenal & Pituitary Health: Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH), Cushing’s Syndrome, and Growth Hormone deficiency.
- Syndromic Care: Endocrine management for Turner Syndrome, Prader-Willi Syndrome, and Down Syndrome.
- Secondary Endocrine Issues: Hormonal support for children with cancer, liver, kidney, or lung diseases.
Facilities & Advanced Technology
We are equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure to handle everything from routine check-ups to endocrine emergencies:
- Hormonal Diagnostics: In-house laboratory services for precise hormonal assays and biochemical evaluations.
- Imaging Suite: Advanced X-ray (for bone age), Ultrasound, and CT scan support.
- Emergency Support: 24/7 pediatric emergency care and ventilator-assisted ambulance services for endocrine crises.
- Genetic Screening: In-depth metabolic and genetic testing for inherited endocrine conditions.
Why Choose Ankura for Pediatric Endocrinology?
- International Training Standards: Consultants with national and international fellowships in pediatric endocrine care.
- Multidisciplinary Ecosystem: Seamless collaboration with Pediatric Surgery, Nephrology, Neurology, Cardiology, and Genetic Counseling.
- Continuity of Care: Services available across multiple Ankura branches, ensuring your child’s treatment remains consistent.
- Holistic Support: Dedicated pediatric dietitians and psychologists to support children through long-term treatments.
Patient & Parent Support
We believe in empowering families through education:
- Family Counseling: Regular sessions for managing chronic conditions like diabetes and growth disorders.
- Community Awareness: School coordination programs and adolescent health workshops.
- Workshops: Parent-focused sessions on nutrition, sports fitness, and emotional well-being.
