Dr Omer Abasit

Dr Omer Abasit is a highly experienced Consultant Neonatologist and Paediatrician based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With a distinguished career dedicated to the health and well-being of newborns and children, Dr Abasit specialises in the management of complex neonatal conditions. They are recognised for their expertise in leading neonatal intensive care units (NICU), ensuring that premature infants and critically ill newborns receive the highest standard of medical attention. Their approach combines advanced clinical knowledge with a compassionate commitment to supporting families through challenging medical journeys.

In addition to general paediatrics, Dr Abasit possesses a specific clinical focus on perinatal and neonatal medicine. Their expertise extends to prenatal diagnosis and foetal medicine, allowing for the early identification and management of potential health issues before birth. They are also deeply involved in monitoring the growth and development of premature infants, providing long-term follow-up care to ensure optimal developmental outcomes. Their dedication to evidence-based medicine ensures that patients benefit from the latest advancements in neonatal care.

Dr Abasit holds an impressive portfolio of international qualifications. They obtained their Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) from the University of Khartoum in 1971. Following this, they pursued extensive postgraduate training in the United Kingdom and Ireland, achieving a Diploma in Child Health (DCH) from London. They are a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP) in Ireland and a Fellow of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (FRCPCH) in the United Kingdom. Furthermore, they are a certified Consultant Neonatologist by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.