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Dr. Aqeel Farooque is a distinguished Consultant in Paediatric Diabetes and Endocrinology at Medcare Hospital, Sharjah. Extensively trained in the United Kingdom, he earned his Membership with the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (MRCPCH) in 2006, followed by the Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) and the prestigious distinction of Fellow (FRCPCH) in 2014.
With a career spanning the UK, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, Dr. Farooque brings a wealth of clinical leadership to his practice, having previously served as the Head of the Paediatric Endocrinology Unit at Al Qassimi Women's & Children's Hospital for eight years. Beyond his clinical work, he is a dedicated academic serving as an Assistant Professor at the University of Sharjah, where he teaches on the MSc Diabetes program. He is also a recognized speaker at both local and international medical conferences, and is affiliated with professional bodies such as ESPE, BSPED, and ASPED.
Dr. Farooque specializes in managing a wide spectrum of complex conditions, including short stature, growth hormone deficiencies, puberty problems, and adrenal disorders. A leader in modern diabetes care, he is highly proficient in the latest technologies, including Insulin Pumps and Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) systems, to ensure optimal outcomes for his young patients.
Fluent in English, Arabic, and Urdu, Dr. Farooque provides inclusive, high-quality care to families from diverse backgrounds. He remains a trusted expert dedicated to delivering excellence in the management of endocrine and diabetes challenges for children and adolescents across the UAE.
With a career spanning the UK, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, Dr. Farooque brings a wealth of clinical leadership to his practice, having previously served as the Head of the Paediatric Endocrinology Unit at Al Qassimi Women's & Children's Hospital for eight years. Beyond his clinical work, he is a dedicated academic serving as an Assistant Professor at the University of Sharjah, where he teaches on the MSc Diabetes program. He is also a recognized speaker at both local and international medical conferences, and is affiliated with professional bodies such as ESPE, BSPED, and ASPED.
Dr. Farooque specializes in managing a wide spectrum of complex conditions, including short stature, growth hormone deficiencies, puberty problems, and adrenal disorders. A leader in modern diabetes care, he is highly proficient in the latest technologies, including Insulin Pumps and Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) systems, to ensure optimal outcomes for his young patients.
Fluent in English, Arabic, and Urdu, Dr. Farooque provides inclusive, high-quality care to families from diverse backgrounds. He remains a trusted expert dedicated to delivering excellence in the management of endocrine and diabetes challenges for children and adolescents across the UAE.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Aqeel Farooque
Educación y formación
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2004–2010 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2010–2014 Residency · Pediatría
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2014–2015 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Carrera y nombramientos
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2014-09–2015-08 Junior consultant
Licencias y seguros
Licencias médicas
AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Certificaciones del consejo
European Board of Pediatría
Seguro de responsabilidad profesional:
HDI Global · 4,000,000 EUR cobertura · No claims on file
Procedimientos realizados
| Procedimiento | Código | Total acumulado |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 795 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 125 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 2,933 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,426 |
Servicios y precios
| Servicio | Duración | Modalidad | Precio |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 180.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 90.00 EUR |
| Vaccination administration | 120 min | in_clinic | 540.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 30 min | in_clinic | 810.00 EUR |
Consulta, equipo y en práctica
Vídeos
Investigación y publicaciones
índice h: 15 · i10: 3
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European registry analysis of Pediatría outcomes
DOI: 10.8808/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 39831399 · citado por 179
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Outcomes of Pediatría in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.8438/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 37619638 · citado por 193
Conferencias invitadas
- Practical updates in Pediatría European Annual Congress (Pediatría) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Pediatría National Society Meeting · Sharjah · 2023 · oral abstract
Premios y afiliaciones
Premios
- 🏆 Top-rated Pediatría — Sharjah · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
- 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
Membresías en sociedades
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Desde 2015
- national college of family doctors — Member · Desde 2015
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Desde 2015
Artículos de este doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Pediatría
- Awareness When should you see a pediatría?
Para pacientes internacionales
- Coordinador
- Patient liaison · aqeel.farooque@euroclinics.example
- Seguros internacionales aceptados
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
Ubicación
1 etiquetaReseñas de pacientes
57 reseñas verificadas5.00
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57 reseñas
- Bedside Manner
- 5.0
- Knowledge
- 5.0
- Wait Time
- 4.8
- Staff Friendliness
- 5.0
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.9
- Value For Money
- 4.9
- Would Recommend Pct
- 99.0
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Reseñas recientes
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★★★★★ ✓ Verificado Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verificado Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verificado Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
