General Paediatrics

Growth & Development Evaluation / Management

Precision physical growth and neurodevelopmental milestone surveillance.

Physical growth (weight, height, head circumference) and developmental milestones (gross motor, fine motor, speech, language, and social skills) are plotted using standardized WHO growth charts to identify growth faltering, microcephaly, speech delay, or developmental delays as early as possible.

Common Symptoms & When to Consult

Signs and clinical presentations evaluated by our pediatric team

Child falling below expected weight or height percentiles on WHO charts
Delayed walking, crawling, or sitting balance beyond expected age ranges
Speech and language delays (e.g. no words by 15-18 months, lack of eye contact)
Sudden loss of previously acquired motor or cognitive milestones
Parental concerns regarding school readiness, hyperactivity, or social interaction

Diagnostic Workup & Clinical Evaluation

Precision testing protocols avoiding unnecessary invasive tests

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Precision anthropometric measurements (infantometer length, stadiometer height, electronic scale)

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Plotting on standard WHO and IAP growth charts to compute growth velocity

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Standardized developmental milestone screening tools (Denver II / TDOC)

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Laboratory screening for chronic causes of growth faltering (Thyroid, Celiac, Anemia, RTA)

Treatment & Therapeutic Protocols

Evidence-based, child-safe management strategies

Targeted nutritional counseling and caloric fortification plans

Coordination with speech therapy, occupational therapy, and child developmental specialists

Early medical intervention protocols during the critical first 1,000 days of life

Structured 3-month follow-up reviews to track developmental progression

The Pravas Care Guarantee

Evidence-based WHO percentile tracking preventing arbitrary 'underweight' diagnoses
Early detection of neurodevelopmental delays when therapy is most effective
Reassuring guidance for parents avoiding undue milestone comparison anxiety
Holistic approach integrating nutrition, sleep, and emotional stimulation
Physician's Clinical Perspective
“Early intervention during the first 1,000 days of life produces the most meaningful long-term developmental outcomes.”
Dr. Pratima VermaMBBS, MD Pediatrics • MRCPCH (UK)

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I be concerned about my toddler not talking yet?

By 12 months, a baby should babble and respond to their name. By 18 months, they should speak at least 6 to 10 single words. If your child is not speaking single words by 18 months or does not make eye contact, an evaluation is recommended.

How do I know if my child's growth is faltering?

Growth faltering occurs when a child's weight or height crosses down two or more major percentile lines on a standardized growth chart or fails to gain weight over a 2-3 month period.

Consultation Desk

Kondapur, Hyderabad

ConsultantDr. Pratima Verma
QualificationsMRCPCH (UK)
Wait TimesSame-Day Priority
Book Appointment OnlineCall 077023 45996

Clinic Location

Shop no 1, above Karachi Bakery, Narsingi, Hyderabad, Telangana 500089.

Hours (Mon - Sat):9:00 AM – 8:00 PM