Dr Imran Patel, MBChB

Imran is a paediatrician working in general and emergency paediatrics. He reviews KK Baby’s illness, immunisation and infant health articles for clinical accuracy.

Articles by this author

Baby Food

Baby Food Pouches: What Comes Next

Convenient for travel but sucking from a pouch skips chewing practice. how to prepare for the stage that follows this one for parents starting solids.

· 5 min read

Baby Health

Iron Deficiency in Infants: What Comes Next

Iron stores from birth run down around six months, which is why iron-rich first foods matter. how to prepare for the stage that follows this one for parents managing a baby’s health.

· 6 min read

Pregnancy

The Science Behind Week 23 of Pregnancy

By week 23, the lungs begin producing surfactant and there is a real, if fragile, chance of survival with intensive care. the physiology and evidence, explained without jargon for expectant parents.

· 6 min read