Author: Dr. Joanne Mae J Villanueva, (Specialist Pediatrics – Wellkins Medical Centre) Children grow faster than we can sometimes track. In the space of a few months a toddler becomes a runner, a school-age child becomes a reader and a teenager becomes someone with opinions, ambitions and an appetite that seems impossible to satisfy. This […]
Author: Dr. Steffy Mariyam Reji, ( Specialist Dermatologist – WELLKINS Medical Centre ) There is a particular kind of skin frustration that does not announce itself dramatically. It builds quietly. The acne cleared months ago but left behind shadows that catch the light in unflattering ways. The texture never quite returned to what it was. […]
Author: Dr. Preethi Sarma, ( Specialist ENT – Wellkins Medical Centre ) Almost everyone has had sinusitis at some point. The blocked nose, the pressure behind the eyes, the headache that gets worse when you lean forward. Most people assume it will pass in a week or two, take some over-the-counter medication and carry on. […]
Author: Dr. Asha Anne Jacob, ( Consultant Ophthalmologist – WELLKINS Medical Centre ) Qatar has one of the highest rates of diabetes in the world. Estimates consistently place the prevalence of type 2 diabetes among Qatar’s adult population at among the highest globally, and when prediabetes is included the numbers are even more striking. Behind […]
Author: Dr. Preethi Sarma, ( Specialist ENT – WELLKINS Medical Centre ) Most people associate hay fever with springtime in Europe or North America. Fields of blooming flowers, freshly cut grass and a predictable seasonal sneezing season that comes and goes within a few weeks. In Qatar, the reality is considerably more complex and considerably […]
Author: Dr. Cryscel Anne S Ramos, ( Specialist – Internal Medicine, WELLKINS Medical Centre ) Food is at the heart of Filipino culture. It is how we celebrate, connect and show love. So when a doctor says “you need to change your diet,” it can feel like being asked to give up something far bigger […]
Author: Hafisa Hassankutty, (Clinical Psychologist – Wellkins Medical Centre) Most of us think of sleep as a pause. The moment we stop doing things and simply wait for morning. But this picture could not be further from the truth. The moment you close your eyes and drift off, your body does not shut down. It […]
Author: Dr. Reneesh, ( Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon – WELLKINS Medical Centre ) Choosing the right footwear is not merely a matter of style. It plays a crucial role in maintaining musculoskeletal health, preventing injuries and enhancing overall performance. As an orthopedic surgeon, I frequently encounter patients whose foot, knee, hip or even back problems are […]
Author: Dr. Preethi Sarma, ( Specialist ENT – WELLKINS Medical Centre ) Head pain is one of the most common reasons people visit a clinic. And among the many types of headache that bring patients to Wellkins Medical Centre, sinus headaches are among the most frequently misunderstood, most commonly misdiagnosed and, as a result, most […]
Author: Dr. Steffy Mariyam Reji, ( Specialist Dermatologist – WELLKINS Medical Centre ) Laser hair removal has long been associated with women. Clinic brochures, before and after photos and most online conversations about the treatment have historically centred on a female audience. But in Qatar and across the Gulf, that picture is changing quickly and […]
Author: Dr. Reneesh (Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon – WELLKINS Medical Centre) Introduction Intralesional steroid injections are a commonly used, evidence-based intervention in orthopedic practice for managing a variety of inflammatory and degenerative musculoskeletal conditions. At Wellkins Medical Centre, we often utilize this precision based approach to bypass the digestive system and deliver potent anti inflammatory relief […]
Author: Dr. Ayisha Anwar, (General Practitioner – WELLKINS Medical Centre) If you have ever mentioned high protein and health in the same sentence, chances are someone warned you about uric acid. A well-meaning relative, an outdated fitness article or a quick search online will often lead you to the same conclusion: eating more protein sends […]
Author: Dr. Asha Anne Jacob (Consultant Ophthalmologist – WELLKINS Medical Centre) Millions of people around the world wear contact lenses every day without a second thought. But wearing them in Qatar is a different experience entirely. The combination of intense heat, desert dust, aggressive air conditioning and long screen hours creates an environment that places your […]
Author: Dr. Ayisha Anwar (General Practitioner – WELLKINS Medical Centre) Ramadan is one of the most meaningful times of the year. The fasting, the early mornings, the shared meals and the renewed focus on faith and gratitude create a rhythm of living that genuinely benefits both body and mind. Many people find that they sleep […]
Author: Dr. Reneesh (Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon – WELLKINS Medical Centre) Introduction to Plaster Casts Immobilization is one of the most important principles in orthopedic treatment. At Wellkins Medical Centre, we often tell our patients that while the body does the actual healing, the cast provides the “peace and quiet” necessary for that healing to occur. Whether […]
