Prof. Dr. Shahana Akhter Rahman

Dr. Rahman’s medical journey began with an MBBS degree from Dhaka Medical College, followed by specialized training in pediatrics:

• FCPS in Pediatrics from Bangladesh College of Physicians and Surgeons
• Advanced training in Pediatric Rheumatology from Singapore General Hospital
• Fellowship in Neonatal Intensive Care at Thailand’s Ramathibodi Hospital

Her academic credentials include research publications on juvenile idiopathic arthritis and neonatal sepsis management in international journals, establishing her as an authority in childhood rheumatic diseases.

Prof. Dr. Shahana Akhter Rahman – Professional Experience & Career Journey

Prof. Rahman’s distinguished career spans:

• 15+ years as Professor of Pediatrics at BSMMU, training generations of pediatricians
• Founder of Bangladesh’s first dedicated Pediatric Rheumatology Clinic
• Lead researcher in national studies on Kawasaki disease prevalence
• Clinical attachments at Great Ormond Street Hospital (London) in adolescent medicine

Her leadership at BSMMU’s pediatric department has developed specialized units for neonatal intensive care and adolescent healthcare, serving over 50,000 young patients annually from across Bangladesh.

Prof. Dr. Shahana Akhter Rahman – Specialization & Medical Expertise

Specializing in:

• Diagnosis and management of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
• Neonatal critical care for preterm infants
• Adolescent growth disorders and hormonal imbalances
• Pediatric lupus and vasculitis treatment

Dr. Rahman pioneered Bangladesh’s first multidisciplinary approach to childhood autoimmune disorders, combining rheumatology, nutrition, and physical therapy. Her evidence-based protocols for neonatal sepsis have reduced mortality rates significantly in Dhaka’s NICUs. Parents trust her compassionate approach to developmental delays and behavioral issues in children.

Prof. Dr. Shahana Akhter Rahman – Chamber Information & Contact Details

Patients can consult Prof. Rahman at her chamber in Green Life Hospital, Dhaka:

• Address: 32, Green Road, Dhanmondi (Dhaka City center)
• Evening hours: 5-7 PM (Sunday-Wednesday, Saturday)
• Appointment: +8801720611238 (recommended booking)

The chamber features modern diagnostic facilities specifically designed for pediatric patients. As one of the best doctors in Dhaka, her practice accommodates both routine checkups and complex rheumatology cases with separate consultation lanes.