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Pediatric Pulmonologist & Sleep Physician in Dubai

Specialist care for chronic cough, asthma, wheezing, recurrent chest infections, snoring, sleep apnea and complex respiratory conditions in children.

Prof. (Dr) Omi Narayan · Dr Omendra Narayan
MBBS · MSc · CCT(UK) · FRCPCH
Leadership: NHS Leadership Academy · Harvard Business Publishing Strategic Leadership Programme

Consultant Pediatric Pulmonologist & Sleep Physician with 20+ years of international experience caring for families across the UAE and Middle East. Formerly Director of Pediatrics and Director of Sleep Medicine at American Hospital Dubai (2021–2026). The new Dubai practice opens in November 2026. For any clinical concern, please contact your child’s pediatrician or treating doctor. In an emergency, go to the nearest emergency department or call 998.

Practice update About Dr Omi

Appointments open in November 2026. For any clinical concern, please contact your child’s pediatrician or treating doctor. In an emergency, go to the nearest emergency department or call 998. What happens at an appointment

Dr Omi Narayan, Consultant Pediatric Pulmonologist and Sleep Physician in Dubai
100+ Google reviews · 5.0 rating
20+
Years Experience
70+
Countries, Families Seen
57
Publications
500+
Citations
100+
Google Reviews
Specialist services

Children’s lung and sleep care in Dubai

Chronic Cough in Children in Dubai

Pediatric Asthma Specialist in Dubai

Child Sleep Apnea Specialist in Dubai

Pediatric Pulmonologist in Dubai

Pediatric Bronchoscopy in Dubai

Pediatric Sleep Physician in Dubai
International expertise

UK-trained specialist care, wherever you are

16 years in the UK’s NHS

Trained at leading London children’s hospitals and worked as a Consultant at Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital, with dual UK board certification in Pediatrics and Pediatric Pulmonology.

Families from 70+ countries

Children and families from more than 70 countries are regularly seen in Dr Narayan’s Dubai clinics, bringing a wide range of backgrounds, health systems and previous care.

Telehealth over Zoom

From November 2026, video consultations will be offered for follow-up reviews, second opinions and families living outside Dubai, where clinically appropriate. Some problems still need an in-person examination or tests.

A Typical Day with Dr Omi Narayan

Inside the clinic

From early morning ward rounds to complex bronchoscopies and sleep consultations, a glimpse into what a typical day looks like for Dr Omi Narayan in his Dubai practice, and the families he cares for.

With over 20 years of experience including 16 years at Royal Manchester Children's Hospital, Dr Narayan brings world-class NHS expertise to families across the UAE and Middle East.

Practice update
Expertise

Conditions we treat & manage

Comprehensive pediatric respiratory and sleep medicine from infants to adolescents.

Asthma & Wheeze

Difficult-to-treat asthma, cough-variant asthma, infant wheeze, exercise-induced symptoms, allergy-related airway disease.

Pulmonology

Chronic Cough

Persistent, allergic, and unexplained cough. Full workup including spirometry, FeNO, allergy testing, and bronchoscopy.

Pulmonology

Allergic Cough

Dust mite allergy, air conditioning, and indoor triggers explain a large share of persistent cough in UAE children. Diagnosis and treatment that addresses the cause, not just the cough.

Pulmonology

Sleep Disorders

Obstructive sleep apnea, sleep-disordered breathing, level 1–3 sleep studies, NIV setup and management.

Sleep Medicine

Bronchoscopy

Flexible bronchoscopy, airway brushings, BAL, foreign body removal, EBUS-TBNA for lymph node sampling.

Interventional

Cystic Fibrosis

Full CF management including CFTR modulator therapy (Kaftrio), multidisciplinary care, and transition planning.

Complex

Long-term Ventilation

Home NIV, ventilator-dependent children, SMA, DMD, CCHS, initiation, titration, family training, and follow-up.

Tertiary
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For parents

When should a child see a pediatric pulmonologist?

Most coughs and colds settle with care from your child’s pediatrician. A specialist opinion is worth considering when:

A cough has lasted more than four weeks, or keeps coming back. Chronic cough
Asthma is not controlled despite regular inhalers, or attacks need repeated emergency visits. Asthma
Your child has chest infection after chest infection, or pneumonia more than once. Chest infections
They snore most nights, pause in their breathing, or wake tired. Snoring
Your child has SMA, Duchenne or another condition affecting breathing muscles. Breathing support
There is noisy breathing, a suspected inhaled object, or an airway problem that needs a closer look. Noisy breathing

If your child is struggling to breathe, turning blue or unusually drowsy, go to the nearest emergency department or call 998.

Watch and learn

Short videos for parents

Practical advice on children’s breathing and sleep from Dr Omi Narayan’s Instagram. General education only, not a substitute for seeing your child’s doctor.

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New — the flu vaccine: why it matters for children with asthma or chronic lung disease, and the two-dose rule under age nine.

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Clinical Blogs

Evidence-based guides for parents

Written by Dr Omi Narayan from clinical practice, for parents who want real answers, not just reassurance.

Pulmonology

My Child Has Been Coughing for Weeks: Should I Be Worried?

Causes, red flags, and when to see a specialist.

Read article Sleep Medicine

Sleep Apnea in Children: What Every Parent in Dubai Should Know

Signs parents miss, Dubai-specific factors, and treatment.

Read article Pulmonology

Asthma in Children: A Guide for Parents in Dubai

Triggers in the UAE, FeNO testing, and management.

Read article Pulmonology

Wheeze and Noisy Breathing in Children

What each sound means and when it needs investigation.

Read article Procedures

Bronchoscopy in Children: What to Expect

A parent's guide to the procedure, sedation, and results.

Read article Sleep Medicine

Children's Sleep Hygiene in Dubai

How much sleep children need and how to help them get it.

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Pulmonology

Recurrent Chest Infections in Children

When repeated infections mean something more, and which tests give an answer.

Read article UAE

Childhood Asthma & Dubai Dust Storms

How to protect your child before, during and after a dust event.

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Allergic Cough Treatment in Dubai

Why Dubai children often cough more indoors, and what to do.

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Free Downloads

Patient leaflets

Practical resources from Dr Omi Narayan, download and share freely.

Chronic Cough in Children

Causes, red flags, home tips and when to see a specialist, by Dr Omi Narayan.

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Sleep Apnea in Children

Signs, Dubai-specific factors, when to seek help, by Dr Omi Narayan.

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Flexible Bronchoscopy: Parent Guide

What the procedure involves, sedation, recovery, risks and results, a full parent guide.

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Inhaler Technique Guide

QR code video guides for 16 inhaler devices and 4 spacer techniques, pMDI, Turbohaler, Accuhaler, Ellipta and more.

View guide
Patient Reviews

What families say

100+ Google reviews · 5.0 average rating

"Dr Omendra is an outstanding pediatric pulmonologist who provides exceptional care with great patience and expertise. He explains everything clearly and truly understands how to manage pediatric respiratory conditions with compassion and confidence."

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"Dr Omendra treated my daughter in a systematic way. His method of explanation and politeness is highly appreciated. He knows how to get the trust of children, and parents."

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"His ethic, passion and dedication to his work and patients are evident. My daughter and I have, from the first time we met him, felt fully at trust, even in more challenging situations."

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Quoted from public Google reviews by parents. Every child is different, and one family’s experience does not predict the outcome for another.

Your visit

What happens at an appointment

Reception, nursing checks, a full consultation, any tests on the same day where possible, and a written plan before you leave. New appointments run 30–45 minutes, follow-ups 20–30.

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Frequently asked questions

When will Dr Narayan start seeing patients?
The new Dubai practice opens in November 2026, and there is no booking or waiting list. Consultation dates will be published on this website when they are confirmed.
How can I contact the clinic at the moment?
Appointments open in November 2026. There is no booking service or waiting list yet — consultation dates will be published on this website as soon as they are confirmed. General, non-urgent enquiries can be sent by email to omi.childrenlungs@gmail.com. This is not for clinical advice: please contact your child’s pediatrician for any medical concern, or go to the nearest emergency department in an emergency.
What should I do if my child needs care before November?
Please see your child's current pediatrician or treating doctor. If your child is struggling to breathe, turning blue or unusually drowsy, go to the nearest emergency department or call 998.
Do you offer telehealth consultations?
Not yet. From November 2026, when clinics resume, video consultations over Zoom will be offered where they are clinically appropriate, for example follow-up reviews, second opinions and families who live outside Dubai. Some problems still need an in-person examination or tests.
Which children does Dr Narayan see?
Infants, children and teenagers with breathing and sleep problems, including chronic cough, asthma, recurrent chest infections, snoring and sleep apnea, noisy breathing, cystic fibrosis, and children who need home breathing support.
About this information. This page is for general education and does not replace an assessment by a qualified doctor who has examined your child. If you are worried about your child’s breathing right now, contact your child’s doctor, go to the nearest emergency department, or call 998.

Now preparing to welcome families in Dubai

The new Dubai practice opens in November 2026. Consultation dates will be published here as soon as they are confirmed.

Practice update

For any clinical concern about your child now, please contact your pediatrician or treating doctor. In an emergency, go to the nearest emergency department or call 998.