Dr. Sahar Iqbal – Pediatrician

Neonatologist, Pediatrician

CHPE, FCPS, MBBS, PGPN

Northwest General Hospital

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091-111-583-880

About the Doctor

Dr. Sahar Iqbal is a skilled Pediatrician (Child Specialist) and Assistant Professor of Paediatrics at Northwest General Hospital & Research Centre (NWGH) and Northwest Teaching Hospital (NWTH), Peshawar. She specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care of newborns, infants, children, and adolescents. In addition to general pediatric care, she has significant experience in neonatal medicine and pediatric intensive care, making her well-equipped to manage both routine and complex childhood illnesses.

After completing her MBBS from Khyber Medical College (KMC) in 2011, Dr. Sahar Iqbal pursued postgraduate specialization in pediatrics and obtained her FCPS in Paediatrics in 2018 following training at Khyber Teaching Hospital, Peshawar. She also holds CHPE (Certificate in Health Professions Education) and PGPN (Postgraduate Program in Pediatric Nutrition), reflecting her commitment to clinical excellence and medical education.

Dr. Sahar Iqbal provides comprehensive healthcare services for children from birth through adolescence. She manages common childhood illnesses such as fever, cough, pneumonia, asthma, diarrhea, vomiting, ear infections, urinary tract infections, allergies, skin conditions, nutritional deficiencies, anemia, and developmental concerns. She also evaluates newborns with complications, premature babies, and infants requiring specialized neonatal care.

Her clinical interests include newborn care, growth and developmental assessment, childhood nutrition, preventive pediatrics, immunization counseling, pediatric emergencies, and neonatal intensive care. She believes in early diagnosis, preventive healthcare, and educating parents about nutrition, vaccination, breastfeeding, and healthy child development to promote long-term well-being.

Alongside her clinical responsibilities, Dr. Sahar Iqbal is actively involved in undergraduate and postgraduate medical teaching at Northwest General Hospital. She has attended advanced professional training programs including STABLE, NEOLAS, and CHPE, and has also participated as faculty in neonatal invasive ventilation training courses. Her academic involvement ensures that her clinical practice remains aligned with current pediatric guidelines and evidence-based medicine.

Parents appreciate Dr. Sahar Iqbal for her compassionate approach, careful clinical assessment, and clear communication. She takes time to explain medical conditions, treatment plans, and preventive measures, helping families make informed decisions regarding their children’s health. Her dedication to delivering high-quality pediatric care has made her a trusted choice for families seeking specialized healthcare for their children in Peshawar.

Whether your child requires a routine health check-up, vaccination guidance, treatment for an acute illness, newborn evaluation, or management of a chronic pediatric condition, Dr. Sahar Iqbal provides comprehensive, evidence-based, and family-centered pediatric care tailored to every stage of childhood.