- Speciality: Paediatrics
- Designation: Principal Director & HOD – Paediatrics, Max Hospital, Gurugram
- Education: MBBS
- MD (Paediatrics)
- Experience: 31+ years
- Hospital: Max Hospital, Gurgaon
About Dr. Babita Jain
Dr. Babita Jain is a highly experienced Paediatrics specialist with over 31 years of clinical experience in child healthcare. She currently serves as Principal Director & HOD – Paediatrics at Max Healthcare. Moreover, she is known for her strong expertise in neonatology, child development, adolescent health, and preventive paediatrics. She manages a wide range of pediatric conditions including newborn care, respiratory infections, nutritional problems, and growth-related disorders. Her clinical approach focuses on accurate diagnosis and effective long-term child health management.
Earlier, she served as a medical officer in the Indian Air Force for 14 years. In addition, she gained extensive experience in emergency medicine, discipline-based healthcare, and critical care during her defence service. She also worked at Apollo Clinic, Gurgaon, where she strengthened her expertise in outpatient paediatric care. Therefore, her professional journey reflects a strong combination of military discipline and advanced clinical practice in pediatrics.
Furthermore, she has been associated with Max Hospital since its early development and has played an important role in strengthening paediatric services. Her vast experience across defence, corporate, and tertiary care hospitals makes her one of the most trusted paediatric specialists. Additionally, she has been actively involved in academic activities and clinical training programs.
Work Experience
● Principal Director & HOD – Paediatrics, Max Healthcare
● Head of Department – Paediatrics, Max Hospital (since inception)
● Consultant – Apollo Clinic, Gurgaon
● Medical Officer – Indian Air Force (14 years)
● Private Practice – Paediatrics
Specialty & Interests
● Principal Director & HOD – Paediatrics, Max Healthcare
● Head of Department – Paediatrics, Max Hospital (since inception)
● Consultant – Apollo Clinic, Gurgaon
● Medical Officer – Indian Air Force (14 years)
● Private Practice – Paediatrics
Memberships
● Indian Academy of Paediatrics (IAP) – Central Chapter
● IAP – Gurgaon Chapter
● Adolescent Paediatrics Society
● Paediatric Respiratory Society of India
Education & Training
● MBBS – Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune
● MD (Paediatrics) – Delhi University
● DGO – Armed Forces Medical College
Honors & Awards
● CEO’s Award – MAX Healthcare (2018)
● Best Paediatrician – Haryana State Award (2017)
● Best Officer – Indian Air Force (1990)
Treatments Offered
● Neonatal Care
● Paediatric Disease Management
● Childhood Infections
● Growth & Development Disorders
● Vaccination & Immunization
● Respiratory Diseases in Children
● Adolescent Health Care
● Newborn Care
● General Paediatric Consultation


