Dr. Abdul Hakim Haqani

Specialty: Pediatrician – Neonatology Expert

Current Positions:

  • Chief of Neonatal Ward – Herat Regional Hospital
  • Head of Neonatal Department – Aria Apollo Specialty Hospital
  • National Neonatal Trainer
  • Active Member – Herat Pediatric Association

Experience:

🔹 Over 15 years of experience in pediatrics and neonatology
🔹 Successfully led care for thousands of neonatal patients, including critical and premature cases
🔹 Trained dozens of pediatric professionals nationwide in neonatal protocols
🔹 Specialized in neonatal resuscitation, infection management, preterm care, and NICU protocols

Working Time:

Saturday – Thursday
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Education & Training:

  • M.D. – Herat Medical University, Graduated in 2005
  • Pediatrics Specialty – Herat Regional Hospital, Completed in 2015
  • Trained in advanced neonatal care and certified as a national-level trainer for newborn health

Clinical Expertise:

  • Neonatal intensive care and management of preterm, low birth weight, and asphyxiated newborns
  • Implementation and supervision of NICU standards and evidence-based newborn protocols
  • Experienced in newborn screening, sepsis management, and high-risk neonatal monitoring
  • Direct involvement in neonatal emergency response and resuscitation training programs across Afghanistan

Dr. Abdul Hakim Haqani is well-known for his calm demeanor, disciplined approach, and dedication to neonatal care. His leadership in both public and private sector neonatal units makes him one of the most trusted pediatric specialists in the region.

Institutional Role & Contributions:

  • Key figure in developing neonatal care protocols in Herat
  • Oversees clinical training for junior pediatricians and neonatal nurses
  • Leads neonatal case audits and quality improvement initiatives in both hospitals
  • Active in national workshops, seminars, and neonatal care guideline updates
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