Dr. Sapna Sandal is a distinguished Clinical Geneticist and Pediatrician based at Tawam Hospital (SEHA) in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. Holding advanced international certifications, she brings extensive expertise in diagnosing and managing rare, complex genetic and metabolic disorders.

Professional Summary

Dr. Sandal is a clinician-specialist dedicated to delivering personalized, evidence-based care for individuals and families affected by rare diseases. With a strong background in pediatric medicine and advanced training in genomic and biochemical approaches, her practice centers on translating modern diagnostic insights into tailored management plans. She holds the prestigious ECMGG (European Certificate in Medical Genetics and Genomics) and has completed a Master’s in Neurometabolism and Cell Biology.

Educational Qualifications & Board Certifications

• DrNB Medical Genetics

• ECMGG – European Certificate in Medical Genetics and Genomics Certified

• Master’s in Neurometabolism and Cell Biology

• MD in Pediatrics

Areas of Expertise

• Inborn Errors of Metabolism (IEM): Diagnosis and therapeutic management of complex biochemical metabolic disorders using integrated biochemical and genomic pathways.

• Neurodevelopmental & Neurometabolic Disorders: Specialized evaluation of rare pediatric neurodegenerative conditions, developmental delays, and metabolic encephalopathies.

• Skeletal Dysplasias: Expertise in identifying and managing hereditary bone and growth disorders.

• Clinical Dysmorphology: Systematic phenotypic evaluation for early identification of rare Mendelian syndromes.

• Genomic & Biochemical Diagnostics: Bridging laboratory diagnostic results with bedside clinical management.

Practice Location & Timings

• Tawam Hospital (SEHA)

  • Location: Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

  • Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday

  • Timings: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Contact & Personal Details

• Email: drsapnasandal@gmail.com

• Languages: English, Hindi