About Dr. Nuzhat Nizar, MD
Dr. Nuzhat Nisar, MD is a board-certified physician providing pediatric care to patients in O'fallon, Missouri at Westbury Pediatrics.
From 1995, until joining Westbury Pediatrics in 1998, Dr. Nisar was with Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital assigned to the Family Care Health Center in St. Louis where she was co-chair of the Pediatric Division.
Dr. Nisar also serves as an Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics at St. Louis University.
Dr. Nisar is a diplomat of the American Board of Pediatrics and a member of the Royal College of Physicians (for Pediatrics) in the United Kingdom.
From 1995, until joining Westbury Pediatrics in 1998, Dr. Nisar was with Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital assigned to the Family Care Health Center in St. Louis where she was co-chair of the Pediatric Division.
Dr. Nisar also serves as an Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics at St. Louis University.
Dr. Nisar is a diplomat of the American Board of Pediatrics and a member of the Royal College of Physicians (for Pediatrics) in the United Kingdom.
Patient Education Resources
Are inhaled corticosteroids safe to use for my asthma?
Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are a type of medication that is commonly used to treat asthma and other respiratory conditions. They are considered safe because they are delivered directly to the lungs...
Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are a type of medication that is commonly used to treat asthma and other respiratory conditions. They are considered safe because they are delivered directly to the lungs...
Can ADHD be managed without medication?
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be managed without medication, although medication is often a common treatment option. Medications such as stimulants (e.g. Ritalin®, Adderall) ...
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be managed without medication, although medication is often a common treatment option. Medications such as stimulants (e.g. Ritalin®, Adderall) ...
Does the food I eat affect my acne?
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
Why are so many children taking ADHD medications?
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects about 5-10% of children and adolescents. The symptoms of ADHD include difficulty paying attention, impulsi...
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects about 5-10% of children and adolescents. The symptoms of ADHD include difficulty paying attention, impulsi...
Education & Training
Dr. Nuzhat Nisar received her medical degree from King Edward Medical University and completed her pediatric and adolescent medicine residency at Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital and St Louis University School of Medicine.
Before moving to the United States in the early nineties, Dr. Nisar practiced medicine in Ireland, Scotland and Saudi Arabia.
Before moving to the United States in the early nineties, Dr. Nisar practiced medicine in Ireland, Scotland and Saudi Arabia.
Professional Affiliations
Westbury Pediatrics
From routine checkups to immunizations, Westbury Pediatrics is equipped to handle all of your child's health needs. Some of our leading services include treatments for asthma, allergies, ADHD, Learning/Developmental disabilities, and various sports injuries.