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
Can video game usage lead to ADHD?
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a complex disorder that is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. While excessive video game use has been assoc...
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a complex disorder that is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. While excessive video game use has been assoc...
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...
Is there a treatment for food allergy?
The treatment for food allergies is to strictly avoid the allergenic food, and in case of accidental exposure, the use of rescue medications such as antihistamines and epinephrine (injectable) in the ...
The treatment for food allergies is to strictly avoid the allergenic food, and in case of accidental exposure, the use of rescue medications such as antihistamines and epinephrine (injectable) in the ...
What is the best non-prescription treatments for head lice?
Over-the-counter (OTC) treatments for head lice include shampoos and lotions that contain medications such as pyrethrins or permethrin. These medications work by paralyzing the lice and killing them.S...
Over-the-counter (OTC) treatments for head lice include shampoos and lotions that contain medications such as pyrethrins or permethrin. These medications work by paralyzing the lice and killing them.S...
What types of pollen trigger allergies?
Pollen is a fine powder that is released by trees, grasses, and weeds during the spring, summer, and fall. When these pollens come into contact with the eyes, nose, and lungs of people who are sensiti...
Pollen is a fine powder that is released by trees, grasses, and weeds during the spring, summer, and fall. When these pollens come into contact with the eyes, nose, and lungs of people who are sensiti...
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.