Dr Avi Shah - Paediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

29/09/2026

Little ones remind us that health is something worth caring for from the very beginning. ❤️

This World Heart Day, let's make their well-being a priority, not just when something goes wrong, but as part of everyday childhood.

Because every little heart has a big future ahead.

24/09/2026

Your child spends almost a third of their day asleep making their mattress just as important as their study chair or school shoes.

A mattress that's too soft, too firm, or worn out can affect sleep quality and the way growing muscles and the spine recover overnight.

If your child regularly wakes up stiff, restless, or uncomfortable, it may be time to look beyond bedtime routines and check what's beneath them.

Because healthy posture isn't built only during the day it continues through the night.

21/09/2026

Strong bones need more than just calcium. 🦴

In Part 2, we’re looking at three more nutrients that play an important role in healthy bone development:

Phosphorus, Magnesium & Vitamin K.

Each has a different role, but together with a balanced diet, they help support your child’s growing bones.

Because when it comes to bone health, there’s more to the story than milk and calcium. 💙

17/09/2026

On World Patient Safety Day, we recognize that safety is an essential part of good healthcare. 💙

For children, every detail matters from listening carefully to parents and understanding symptoms to choosing the right treatment and ensuring proper follow-up.

Patient safety isn't just one step in healthcare.
It's a responsibility at every step.

Today, we reaffirm our commitment to making every child's care as safe, compassionate, and thoughtful as possible. 🩺

12/09/2026

Happy World First Aid Day! ❤️

Accidents can happen anytime, especially when children are playing, running, or exploring. Knowing what to do in those first few minutes can make a real difference.

From a simple fall to a more serious injury, staying calm, knowing basic first aid, and recognising when medical attention is needed are skills every parent and caregiver should have.

Because sometimes, the most important thing you can give a child is knowing what to do next. 🩹

08/09/2026

Happy National Physical Therapy Day! 💙

Celebrating the physiotherapists who help children move better, recover stronger, and regain confidence after an injury or during rehabilitation.

A heartfelt thank you to all the physiotherapists who make movement and recovery possible every day.

07/09/2026

Don’t wait for a problem to start thinking about bone health. 🦴

Childhood is when strong bones are built. The habits your child develops today; what they eat, how much they move, time spent outdoors and getting enough rest can all contribute to healthy bone development as they grow.

Strong bones aren't built by calcium alone. They need a combination of good nutrition, regular physical activity, healthy growth, and consistent everyday habits.

02/09/2026

20 years of waiting. One surgery. A new beginning. 🤲✨

Neglected / Untreated syndactyly finally released — restoring separation, function and confidence.

Because it’s never “too late” to improve a hand. ❤️

30/08/2026

More than a congress. A journey. 🌍

From teaching to learning, sharing ideas to challenging them, meeting mentors to reconnecting with old friends — the World ASAMI–BR & ILLRS Congress Malaysia 2026 was truly special.

Honoured to be faculty, give talks, conduct workshops, and stand alongside stalwarts who have inspired my journey in deformity correction.

Some meetings teach. Some reconnect. Some inspire.
This one did all three. ❤️

27/08/2026