MD, MRCPCH-EU
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24 years of experience
Brighton, BN2 6DX
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17 connections in healthcare
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by Dr Rakesh Amin, Dr. Michael Liong Mee Hii and 1 other professional
Live bookings available
24 years of experience
Brighton, BN2 6DX
(+2 more)
17 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr Rakesh Amin, Dr. Michael Liong Mee Hii and 1 other professional
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Dr. Dunia Ismail serves as a Consultant Paediatrician specialising in Paediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes at the Royal Alexandra Children's Hospital. In her role, she holds the position of clinical lead for the Paediatric Endocrine and Diabetes service, overseeing comprehensive care for young patients with these conditions. Additionally, she leads the MDT Diabetes clinics, facilitating expert virtual diabetes data reviews for all UTD HCL ( Hybrid closed loop) Insulin delivery system analysis.
Having completed her medical training and core Paediatric Specialty training in Europe at the University Hospitals of Palermo, Italy, Dr. Ismail pursued international specialty training in Paediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes. She furthered her expertise through a clinical research fellowship at the esteemed Paediatric Centre of the Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) in Melbourne in 2004. There, she had the privilege of working alongside distinguished experts in the field, including Professor G Werther, Dr. M Zacharin, and Professor F Cameron. During this, Dr. Ismail contributed to the field with the publication of four articles, three of which as the first author.
Subsequently, Dr. Ismail served at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) for four and a half years as a senior clinical fellow under the guidance of world-renowned expert Prof Khalid Hussain. During her time at GOSH, she developed a sub-specialty interest in glucose physiology and Hyperinsulinism, producing several first-author papers on the topic.
Fluent in Italian (her mother tongue), Arabic, and French, Dr. Ismail ensures effective communication with patients in multiple languages. Outside of her professional endeavours, she enjoys spending quality time with her family.
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General Medical Council
No. 7000840
MD 2002 Universita degli Studi di Palermo
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£240Warren Road, Brighton, United Kingdom, BN2 6DX
49 Marylebone High Street, London, United Kingdom, W1U 5HJ
The Stables, Westfield House, Ifield, United Kingdom, RH11 0NY
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Dr. Dunia Ismail provides kind, thorough, and professional care. She builds rapport with children and puts them at ease, listening to all family concerns. Dr. Ismail explains complex medical information and procedures, including blood tests and examinations, in understandable terms. Her expertise covers Paediatric Diabetes and Endocrinology, comprehensive consultations, and Paediatric Blood Tests.
A very thorough and comprehensive initial consultation with Dr Ismail, who we also see for our son’s thyroid-related needs. We always feel like we are in good hands with her knowledge and care and it was no different on this occasion. Dr Ismail answered all of our questions and it felt reassuring to know that we can have our daughter’s status with her thyroid wellbeing sensibly checked, especially with our family history. Our daughter isn’t amazing with blood tests/needles and she was able to lie down on a bed with an iPad for this one. So much less drama than our most recent experience at an NHS hospital, where she had to sit on a chair. Top marks to Danika for her sensitive approach/handling and hopefully this will be a big help for our daughter for her experience with future blood draws too.
Couldn't rate Dr Ismail highly enough. Her level of attention and care to explain everything very clearly to my son was excellent
Dr Ismail has been wonderful. She is very kind and was able to build rapport with my daughter rapidly. She explained everything clearly and was very thorough. Highly recommended paediatrician.
Dunia is a superb and very diligent doctor, she is personable and kind. I would highly recommend and would definitely without a doubt use again. Many thanks Dr Ismail.
Dr Ismail has been nothing short of amazing in our journey to try and work out what might be going on with our son. She has been incredibly thorough, kind and helpful every step of the way and we are so grateful to be under her care.
We had a blood test and u/s today. All staff were kind, explained each step of the tests and did their utmost to make my child feel at ease. The facilities are spotless and everyone is so friendly. Such a brilliant clinic.
Very satisfied with our consultations. Very welcoming and very approachable. Thorough in their approach and delivery of findings. Thoughtfull, kind and empathetic. An excellent medical professional.
Our family have received excellent care for our young daughter from Dr Ismail. She has a great rapport with children and has helped us find answers to complex health questions. I would highly recommend her as a consultant and felt very reassured under her expertise.
Excellent apts. Dr Ismail has really listened to all our concerns and given us the time to consider all issues and options.

Dr Rakesh Amin
PaediatricianDr Ismail is a great colleague. I have known her for the past 20 years. She has a wealth of clinical knowledge. She is warm and kind. Always helpful. I strongly recommend her for any endocrine queries.
15 May 2024
Dr. Michael Liong Mee Hii
PaediatricianDunia is an excellent paediatrician and it’s incredibly useful to be working in the same environment as a colleague with specialist expertise in endocrinology. Would fully recommend to anyone who has concerns about their child’s growth, development or for any other endocrine concerns.
10 May 2024
Mr Sam Khemani
ENT Surgeon
What are Dr. Dunia Ismail's reviews like?
Dr. Dunia Ismail's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 36 reviews.
What languages does Dr. Dunia Ismail speak?
Dr. Dunia Ismail speaks English, Arabic, French and Italian
Where is Dr. Dunia Ismail located?
Dr. Dunia Ismail primarily practices at Nuffield Health Brighton Hospital, located at Warren Road, Brighton, United Kingdom, BN2 6DX
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