Child Emergency Hospital in Indore: 24x7 Pediatric Emergency Care
24x7 child emergency in Indore for high fever, breathing trouble, fits, dehydration, injuries, burns and poisoning. Know the warning signs and what to do.
Children can become unwell very quickly, and it is not always easy for parents to know when to rush to hospital. Asian Navkar Hospital, Indore provides 24x7 emergency care for children, with pediatricians available round the clock, an in-house laboratory and pharmacy, and access to our NICU and pediatric intensive care when needed. Our emergency is on Ring Road at Scheme No. 94, opposite Radisson Metro Station.
When to Come to the Emergency
- Difficulty breathing, very fast breathing or noisy breathing
- Blue or grey lips, or pale, mottled skin
- A fit (seizure), or a child who is floppy, unusually drowsy or hard to wake
- A baby under 3 months with a temperature of 38°C or more
- Fever with a rash that does not fade when pressed with a glass
- Repeated vomiting, diarrhoea with signs of dehydration (no urine for 8 hours, dry mouth, sunken eyes)
- Severe abdominal pain
- Head injury with vomiting, drowsiness or loss of consciousness
- Burns, deep cuts, fractures, poisoning, or swallowing a battery or magnet
What to Do on the Way
- Call +91 92034 01945 so we can prepare
- Keep your child calm and comfortable; do not give anything by mouth if they may need surgery or are very drowsy
- For a fit: lay the child on their side, do not put anything in the mouth, note the time
- For burns: cool under running water for 20 minutes; do not apply toothpaste or oil
- For poisoning: bring the container or medicine strip
- Bring the child's medical records and vaccination card if handy
What Happens When You Arrive
Children are assessed quickly and prioritised by severity (triage). Treatment starts immediately for life-threatening problems. Tests such as blood work, X-ray and ultrasound are done in-house. Children who need close monitoring are moved to the ward or PICU, and newborns to the NICU.
Common Emergencies We Treat
- High fever, dengue, malaria and typhoid
- Asthma attacks, bronchiolitis and pneumonia
- Dehydration from gastroenteritis
- Febrile seizures and epilepsy
- Allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis
- Fractures, cuts, burns and head injuries
- Accidental poisoning and bites
Why Families Choose Asian Navkar Hospital, Indore
- Children's department headed by a Harvard MPH paediatrician with a preventive, whole-child approach.
- Level 3 NICU and 24x7 paediatric emergency cover on the same campus as the maternity unit.
- Unhurried OPD consultations, growth and development tracking, and vaccination as per the IAP schedule.
- 24x7 pharmacy and in-house laboratory, so tests and medicines are available without running around.
Related Services
- PICU in Indore
- Child Specialist in Indore
- Child Asthma Specialist in Indore
- Child Allergy Specialist in Indore
- Pediatrician in Indore
Medical References
- NHS - Fever in children
- NHS - Sepsis
- NHS - Burns and scalds
- NHS - Anaphylaxis
- Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP)
This page is for general information and does not replace a consultation. Treatment decisions are made only after an in-person evaluation by a qualified doctor at Asian Navkar Hospital, Indore.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Pediatric emergency care is available 24x7.
Fever in babies under 3 months, fever with breathing difficulty, drowsiness, a non-fading rash, fits, or a child who looks very unwell needs urgent care.
Lay the child on their side, keep them safe, do not put anything in the mouth and bring them to hospital. Call us on the way.
Yes, with X-ray facilities and orthopaedic input as needed.
Yes, it is open 24x7, all year.
Dr. Michelle Shah Jain is a Consultant Pediatrician and Paediatric Lifestyle Medicine Specialist heading the Child Care vertical at Asian Navkar Hospital. Holding an MD in Pediatrics alongside a Master of Public Health (MPH) from Harvard University and advanced board certifications from the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine (UK), she follows a whole-child approach to care. Trained at Boston Children’s Hospital (USA), Dr. Michelle specializes in root-cause management of pediatric health, customized child nutrition, developmental milestones, and metabolic wellness. A two-time TEDx speaker, her evidence-based preventive clinic supports families with preventive child health.
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