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About Dr Raafat
Dr Raafat Ibrahim is a Consultant Paediatrician with over 30 years of clinical experience across Ireland, the UK and the Middle East — one of the most experienced paediatric clinicians available through online consultation anywhere in the world. He holds the Fellowship of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (FRCPCH) and MRCP(UK), along with Postgraduate Diplomas in Paediatric Diabetes (York) and Endocrinology (South Wales). He is currently completing a Postgraduate Certificate in Allergy and Clinical Immunology in Cork — reflecting a commitment to expanding his expertise that is unusual in a clinician of 30 years' standing. Dr Ibrahim served as a permanent Consultant Paediatrician and Clinical Lead in Diabetes and Endocrinology at Portiuncula Hospital, Galway — developing and leading multidisciplinary paediatric diabetes and endocrine services. He has held consultant roles at University Hospital Limerick, Bon Secours Hospital Tralee and private practices in Limerick and Northern Ireland. His academic appointments include Honorary Senior Lecturer at University Hospital Galway and Adjunct Clinical Senior Lecturer at the University of Limerick. He serves as a tutor for the RCPI-affiliated paediatric diploma programme and as a clinical examiner for final-year medical students — meaning he not only practises at the highest clinical level but is trusted to set and assess the standards to which the next generation of paediatricians is trained. Dr Ibrahim has contributed to numerous publications and national research presentations in paediatric diabetes, Down syndrome and neonatal care, and has received multiple awards for his contributions to paediatrics and intellectual disability care. What he offers — online: • General paediatric consultations — comprehensive health assessment for children and adolescents from newborn to 18 years • Paediatric diabetes — Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes management, insulin review, HbA1c interpretation, pump therapy guidance and sick day rules • Paediatric endocrinology — growth concerns, thyroid disorders, puberty concerns (early or delayed), adrenal conditions and hormonal queries • Allergy and clinical immunology — food allergy, eczema, allergic rhinitis, asthma and immunological concerns (Postgraduate Certificate in Allergy and Clinical Immunology in progress) • Down syndrome paediatric care — specialist assessment, developmental monitoring and management of associated medical conditions • Neonatal queries — newborn health concerns, feeding difficulties, jaundice and early developmental questions • Neurodevelopmental concerns — autism, ADHD, developmental delay and learning difficulties • Second opinions — review of paediatric diagnoses, investigation results and management plans • HSE waiting list support — independent specialist assessment for children waiting for public paediatric services What to expect from your consultation: Dr Ibrahim will take a comprehensive paediatric history — including birth history, developmental milestones, previous investigations and current concerns — and provide a clear, expert clinical assessment. For endocrinology and diabetes consultations, please share any relevant blood results, HbA1c values, growth charts or specialist letters in advance. At the end of the consultation you will receive a written summary with clinical findings, recommendations and any referral advice. Who this consultation is for: This consultation is suitable for parents with any concern about their child's health, development or wellbeing. It is particularly suited to families seeking a specialist paediatric review for diabetes, endocrine conditions or allergy — parents of children with Down syndrome who want expert specialist input — families waiting on long HSE paediatric waiting lists who need an independent assessment now — and parents who want the assurance of a Consultant with 30 years of experience reviewing their child's care. His approach: Dr Ibrahim brings 30 years of clinical wisdom to every consultation — combined with the academic rigour of a university lecturer and clinical examiner, and the genuine commitment of a clinician who still chooses to teach, research and develop new skills alongside full-time practice. He is known for clarity, thoroughness and the kind of calm reassurance that only comes from having seen a very large number of children over a very long career. Languages: English
Qualifications
- FRCPCH — Fellow of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health
- MRCP(UK) — Member of the Royal College of Physicians, United Kingdom
- DCH — Diploma in Child Health
- DPM — Diploma in Psychological Medicine
- MBBCh — Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
- Postgraduate Diploma in Paediatric Diabetes — University of York
- Postgraduate Diploma in Endocrinology — University of South Wales
- Postgraduate Certificate in Allergy and Clinical Immunology — University College Cork (in progress)
- Consultant Paediatrician & Clinical Lead in Diabetes and Endocrinology — Portiuncula Hospital, Galway
- Consultant Paediatrician — University Hospital Limerick, Bon Secours Hospital Tralee
- Honorary Senior Lecturer — University Hospital Galway
FAQs
Is Dr Raafat Ibrahim registered with the Irish Medical Council?
Yes. Dr Raafat Ibrahim holds active registration with the Irish Medical Council — IMC number 19801 on the Specialist Division. You can verify this registration at medicalcouncil.ie. Dr Ibrahim is a Fellow of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (FRCPCH) and has over 30 years of experience as a Consultant Paediatrician in Ireland, the UK and the Middle East.
What paediatric conditions does Dr Ibrahim assess online?
Dr Ibrahim provides consultant paediatric assessments covering general child health (newborn to 18 years), paediatric diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2, insulin management, pump therapy, HbA1c review), paediatric endocrinology (growth concerns, thyroid, puberty, adrenal conditions), allergy and clinical immunology (food allergy, eczema, asthma, allergic rhinitis), Down syndrome specialist care, neonatal queries, neurodevelopmental concerns (autism, ADHD, developmental delay) and second opinions on paediatric diagnoses and management plans.
What makes Dr Ibrahim's experience exceptional?
Dr Ibrahim has over 30 years of experience as a Consultant Paediatrician — having served as Clinical Lead in Diabetes and Endocrinology at Portiuncula Hospital, Galway, and held consultant posts at University Hospital Limerick and Bon Secours Hospital Tralee. He is Honorary Senior Lecturer at University Hospital Galway and Adjunct Clinical Senior Lecturer at the University of Limerick — trusted to shape paediatric medical education at postgraduate level. He is a tutor for the RCPI paediatric diploma programme and a clinical examiner for final-year medical students. He has contributed to national research presentations in paediatric diabetes, Down syndrome and neonatal care, and received multiple awards for his contributions to paediatrics and intellectual disability care.
