Finding a doctor who can address a child's everyday healthcare needs while also recognising respiratory and allergic conditions can make healthcare more coordinated for families. Dr. Salma Shaik is a Civil Assistant Surgeon (CAS) Pediatrics, Consultant Pediatrician, and Allergy & Asthma Specialist in Ongole, Andhra Pradesh, with over 13 years of experience and more than 12,000 patients treated.
Her clinical interests encompass general pediatrics, adolescent healthcare, nutrition, immunization, pediatric and adult allergy, asthma and preventive healthcare.
Building a Strong Foundation in Pediatrics
Dr. Salma Shaik completed her MBBS from Rangaraya Medical College under NTR University of Health Sciences in 2012. She subsequently completed her Diploma in Child Health (DCH) from Andhra Medical College in 2017, where she was a Gold Medalist. She further strengthened her pediatric training by completing DNB Pediatrics from Jehangir Hospital, Pune, in 2022.
Her continued professional development includes Pediatric Respiratory Tract Infection (PRTI) Certification in 2025, IAP ACE, Adolescent Counselling Excellence in 2026, and Asthma & Allergy Certification in 2026.
Comprehensive Healthcare for Children
As a Consultant Pediatrician, Dr. Salma's approach extends beyond treating an illness when a child becomes unwell. Her practice includes general pediatric consultations, growth monitoring, pediatric nutrition, immunization and preventive healthcare.
Nutrition and vaccination are important components of pediatric preventive care. Regular monitoring also provides opportunities to identify concerns related to growth, dietary habits and overall development and to guide parents according to the child's individual needs.
Special Interest in Allergy and Asthma
Allergy and asthma can affect sleep, school attendance, physical activity and overall quality of life. Dr. Salma has a special clinical interest in evaluating and managing pediatric asthma, adult asthma, allergic rhinitis, sinusitis, eye allergy, food allergy, skin allergy and drug allergy.
Where appropriate, patients with suspected allergies may undergo further evaluation using skin prick tests, blood tests, patch tests or other clinically indicated investigations. Suitable patients may also be evaluated for allergen immunotherapy as part of a longer-term allergy management strategy.
Education is an important part of asthma and allergy care. Understanding potential triggers, recognising warning symptoms and knowing how prescribed treatment should be used can help patients and families manage these conditions more confidently.
Supporting Adolescents Through a Changing Stage of Life
Adolescence brings significant physical, nutritional and emotional changes. Dr. Salma's IAP ACE training complements her interest in adolescent healthcare and counselling. Her approach includes attention to nutrition, preventive health, lifestyle habits and age-appropriate health guidance.
She communicates in English, Hindi, Telugu and Marathi, helping families discuss their concerns in a language they are comfortable using.
Pediatric, Allergy and Asthma Care in Ongole
Dr. Salma Shaik practises at Mother & Child Government Hospital / Matha Sisuv Viadhyasala (Mother & Child) Hospital and Vaccination Center, Ongole, Andhra Pradesh, from Monday to Saturday, 9 AM to 4 PM.
With qualifications spanning pediatrics, respiratory infections, adolescent counselling, allergy and asthma, Dr. Salma's clinical profile brings together child healthcare and focused respiratory and allergy management. Her approach emphasises appropriate evaluation, preventive care, patient education and personalised treatment for children, adolescents and patients requiring allergy and asthma care.
Add a Comment