New Delhi, August 2025: Moolchand Hospital has announced advanced, comprehensive services for the diagnosis and treatment of short stature in children at its Endocrine Centre. Led by Dr. Bhawna Attri, Eminent Endocrinologist trained from AIIMS New Delhi, the initiative focuses on timely evaluation, evidence-based therapies, and compassionate family-centered care.

A Common Concern Among Parents

For many parents, a child’s growth pattern is a matter of constant observation. When a child appears shorter than classmates, it often leads to worry — and rightly so. Short stature can be genetic, but it may also signal nutritional deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, or chronic medical conditions.

“Every child’s growth journey is unique. Some grow steadily, while others experience slower height gain. Early evaluation is critical, because delays in treatment can permanently affect final height,” explains Dr. Attri.

Causes and Diagnosis

Moolchand’s specialists highlight several causes that can impact height:

• Nutritional gaps from poor diet or deficiencies.

• Hormonal disorders such as growth hormone deficiency or thyroid problems.

• Chronic conditions affecting kidneys or intestines.

• Bone-related disorders like rickets or skeletal dysplasia.

At the Endocrine Centre, children undergo a systematic diagnostic pathway including growth charting, bone age X-rays, hormonal tests, and screening for chronic illnesses. These cutting-edge tools allow doctors to pinpoint the root cause with precision.

Treatment with Integrity

Importantly, not every child requires hormone therapy or injections. Moolchand follows a transparent, integrity-driven approach, recommending treatment strictly according to medical need.

Options include:

• Nutritional correction with balanced, protein-rich diets.

• Treatment of underlying diseases such as thyroid or celiac disease.

• Growth Hormone Therapy where medically indicated.

• Puberty-related interventions in case of delayed development.

• Lifestyle recommendations for exercise, sleep, and emotional support.

“We strongly believe in doing what is right for patients. Sometimes reassurance and follow-up are enough. At other times, advanced therapies can make a life-changing difference,” Dr. Attri adds.

Dispelling Myths

Moolchand also aims to create awareness by breaking common myths:

• Myth: Every short child needs hormone injections.

• Fact: Many only need nutrition and monitoring.

• Myth: Short stature is untreatable.

• Fact: With early action, many children achieve their full growth potential.

Why Early Action Matters

One of the strongest messages from Moolchand’s team is the importance of timely diagnosis. Growth plates fuse after puberty, making it impossible to gain further height. Delay in seeking medical advice can therefore result in a permanently shorter final height.

The Moolchand Promise

With over a century of patient trust, Moolchand combines medical expertise with ethical care. The hospital’s values remain at the forefront:

• Superb physicians offering world-class expertise.

• Cutting-edge technology ensuring accurate diagnosis and treatment.

• Compassionate care for both child and family.

• Integrity in every medical decision.

• Affordable prices so that advanced care is accessible to all.

Final Word

Short stature should never be dismissed as “just genetic” without proper evaluation. With the right treatment, children can reach their true growth potential and live with confidence.

At Moolchand Hospital’s Endocrine Centre, families will find not only advanced diagnostics and therapies but also reassurance, empathy, and a commitment to doing what’s right.

For more information or to book a consultation, please visit www.moolchandhealthcare.com or call our Endocrine Centre.