Dr Sheik grew up in Durban and is the first medical doctor in her family.
She has a Bachelor degree in Medical Science, MBChB degree and she is a fellow of the College of Paediatrics South Africa. She graduated from UKZN (undergrad) and also did her paediatric speciality training at UKZN.
Since completing her internship at King Edward VIII Hospital in Durban and community service at Germiston Hospital, Dr Sheik has had over 14 years’ experience in working with babies and children.
She has worked in state hospitals in and around Durban and Pietermaritzburg during her postgrad training, as well as doing outreach work at state hospitals in Zululand. She has assisted the state in litigation cases as a state witness and is an honorary lecturer for UKZN in Paediatrics and assists with training and teaching of medical students.
Outside of work, her other interests include archery, baking, travelling and spending time with her family.
Dr Sheik practises from Melomed Private Hospital in Richards Bay and Life Empangeni Garden Clinic Private Hospital. She specialises in paediatrics, neonatology, immunisations and well-baby visits.
Services provided by her practice include (but are not limited to):
• Management of all acute and chronic general paediatric and neonatal conditions.
• Newborn attendance and care (caesarean section/NVD)
• Preventative care consults – including vaccinations, growth and developmental assessments
• Neonatal and paediatric ICU
Consulting hours are strictly by appointment only, and her hours are Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm and Saturday 9am to 1pm
For an appointment, call the practice on 035 772 1425 or 035 791 5503 or email drnsheik.paeds@gmail.com. Find them on Facebook: @Dr Sheik – Specialist Paediatrician.