Dr. Mohammed Umar

Dr. Mohammed Umar

Consultant 

10 Years of Experience

Neonatologist

MBBS, MD

Reg. No.:110158 Tamil Nadu Medical Council, 2015

SIMS Hospital, Vadapalani, Chennai

English, Hindi, Tamil

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About Dr. Mohammed Umar

Dr. Mohammed Umar Neonatologist, is a highly accomplished Consultant at SIMS Hospital Chennai, specializing in advanced newborn and pediatric care. He has extensive expertise in neonatal intensive care (NICU), extremely preterm infant management, high-risk newborn resuscitation, and pediatric emergencies.

Trained at leading institutions, Dr. Umar combines clinical excellence with a parent-friendly approach, ensuring holistic care for infants. His strong focus on evidence-based neonatology, combined with years of experience, makes him one of the most trusted Child Doctors in Chennai.

Parents frequently highlight Dr. Mohammed Umar's Reviews for his approachable nature, precise diagnosis, and dedication to ensuring the best outcomes for newborns.

Dr. Mohammed Umar’s Expertise and Specializations

  • Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU): Dr. Mohammed Umar is recognized as one of the Best Neonatologists in Chennai, bringing extensive expertise in managing critically ill and premature newborns. From advanced ventilatory support to neonatal resuscitation, he is a trusted Specialist in Newborn Care in Chennai, with fellowship training in high-level neonatal intensive care across the UK and Australia.
  • Premature Baby Care & Survival: As a leading SIMS Paediatrician, Dr. Umar excels in the management of extremely preterm and low-birth-weight babies. His international experience at Perth Children’s Hospital (Australia) and Imperial College NHS Trust (UK) has equipped him with advanced protocols that significantly improve survival and long-term outcomes in premature infants.
  • Neonatal Jaundice & Infection Management: Dr. Mohammed Umar SIMS Hospital Chennai is highly skilled in treating complex neonatal conditions such as severe jaundice, sepsis, and congenital infections. His expertise in phototherapy, exchange transfusion, and infection control ensures superior patient outcomes with minimal complications.
  • Congenital & High-Risk Newborn Care: Dr. Umar incorporates advanced neonatal practices in stabilizing babies with congenital anomalies, cardiac defects, and respiratory disorders. By integrating evidence-based neonatal-perinatal medicine, he has earned recognition as a trusted Child Doctor in Chennai for managing high-risk newborn cases.
  • Comprehensive Pediatric & Parental Care: Alongside intensive medical management, Dr. Mohammed Umar emphasizes holistic newborn care by working closely with parents to provide comprehensive care. From newborn screening and developmental monitoring to vaccination guidance, he delivers comprehensive pediatric care—backed by compassionate counseling and strong support for patients and their families.

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Top Neonatal & Pediatric Procedures Performed by Dr. Mohammed Umar and Their Cost

Dr. Mohammed Umar Neonatologist, offers specialized newborn and pediatric treatments at SIMS Hospital, Chennai. Below are some commonly availed procedures with indicative cost ranges:

Procedure

Cost in INR

Cost in USD

NICU Stay (per day)

INR 15,000 – INR 35,000

USD 168 – USD 394

Phototherapy for Neonatal Jaundice

INR 10,000 – INR 25,000

USD 112 – USD 281

Neonatal Resuscitation at Birth

INR 20,000 – INR 50,000

USD 225 – USD 563

Exchange Transfusion (Severe Jaundice)

INR 40,000 – INR 80,000

USD 450 – USD 901

Surfactant Therapy for Premature Babies

INR 35,000 – INR 70,000

USD 394 – USD 788

Pediatric Ventilation Support (per day)

INR 12,000 – INR 25,000

USD 135 – USD 281

Sepsis & Infection Management Package

INR 50,000 – INR 1,20,000

USD 563 – USD 1,351

Congenital Anomaly Stabilization

INR 80,000 – INR 2,00,000

USD 901 – USD 2,253

Pediatric Vaccination (per dose)

INR 1,500 – INR 5,000

USD 17 – USD 56

Newborn Screening & Developmental Evaluation

INR 5,000 – INR 12,000

USD 56 – USD 135

Note: Costs are approximate and may vary depending on the baby’s condition, duration of NICU stay, diagnostic tests, hospital stay length, and treatment plan advised by the neonatologist.

Some Patient Reviews for Dr. Mohammed Umar

Some patient reviews for Dr. Mohammed Umar highlight his expertise as a trusted Neonatologist in Chennai, appreciated for his compassionate care, precise diagnosis, and commitment to newborn health: 

“We are extremely grateful to Dr. Mohammed Umar Neonatologist at SIMS Hospital, Chennai for saving our premature baby. His expertise and reassurance gave us hope throughout the NICU stay.”

Best Child Doctor in Chennai – very approachable and explains everything in detail. He takes excellent care of both babies and parents.”

“Our baby was born with complications, but Dr. Umar’s NICU team ensured complete recovery. Truly the Best Neonatologist in Chennai.

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Education

  • MBBS - Chettinad Health City, 2015
  • MD - Pediatrics - Sri Ramachandra Medical College, Chennai, 2019

Past Experience

  • Consultant Neonatologist – SIMS Hospital, Vadapalani, Chennai
  • Neonatology Fellow – Perth Children’s Hospital, Australia
  • Senior Clinical Fellow – Imperial College NHS Trust, UK
  • Registrar in Pediatrics & Neonatology – Singleton Hospital, UK

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