Dr. Archana Khan

Dr Archana Khan is a highly distinguished and globally recognised Paediatric Rheumatologist and Clinical Immunologist in Mumbai, bringing 29 years of extensive clinical expertise to the treatment of complex, rare, and severe childhood autoimmune conditions.

She currently consults across top-tier institutions including SRCC Children Hospital (Mahalakshmi), Dr Archana B Khan Clinic (Mazgaon), and MRR Children's Hospital (Thane West).

Possessing a formidable academic foundation, she holds a DNB in Paediatrics, augmented by elite subspecialty training through the prestigious PReS-EULAR online course in Paediatric Rheumatology.

Having evaluated over 2000 new paediatric rheumatology cases, she is highly sought after for her unparalleled expertise in managing severe Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA), systemic autoinflammatory diseases, complex connective tissue diseases, and primary immunodeficiencies.

A prominent contributor to the PRINTO international JIA classification project, she delivers research-backed, world-class care and consults fluently in English, Hindi, and Marathi.

Specialty Areas, Conditions, and Treatments

Dr Archana Khan provides exceptionally precise, highly targeted immunosuppressive therapies and diagnostic oversight for infants and children battling severe joint inflammation, rare autoimmune disorders, and critical immunodeficiencies across premier clinics in Mumbai.

Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) and Joint Inflammation

Children suffering from severe acute or chronic joint inflammation, debilitating paediatric joint pain, or complex systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis require highly rigorous immunosuppressive management to prevent irreversible joint damage and ensure normal growth. Dr Archana provides authoritative rheumatological support:

• Comprehensive Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) Diagnosis and Therapy
• Specialised Systemic JIA Management
• Precision Acute Joint Inflammation Evaluation

Systemic Autoinflammatory Diseases and Uveitis

Patients presenting with rare hereditary or acquired autoinflammatory fevers, severe eye inflammation (uveitis) associated with rheumatological issues, or extremely rare genetic conditions like DADA2 or Majeed Syndrome demand highly sophisticated genetic evaluation and targeted biological therapies. Dr Archana offers elite autoinflammatory care:

• Systemic Autoinflammatory Disease Diagnosis using Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) Panels
• Deficiency of Adenosine Deaminase 2 (DADA2) and Majeed Syndrome Management
• Very Early Onset Inflammatory Bowel Disease (VEO-IBD) and Uveitis Evaluation

Connective Tissue Diseases and Vasculitis

Individuals diagnosed with severe systemic sclerosis, debilitating juvenile dermatomyositis (severe muscle weakness and skin rashes), complex systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), or dangerous CNS vasculitis require incredibly dynamic, rapid-response immunomodulation to protect vital organs. Dr Archana provides comprehensive autoimmune care:

• Juvenile Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) and Dermatomyositis Management
• Paediatric Vasculitis and CNS Vasculitis Evaluation
• Localised Scleroderma Treatment and Nailfold Capillaroscopy Assessments

Paediatric Clinical Immunology and Immunodeficiency

Infants and children battling life-threatening recurrent childhood infections, severe primary immunodeficiency disorders, or highly complex inborn errors of immunity require ultra-precise diagnostic targeting and highly specialised immune support protocols. Dr Archana offers elite immunological care:

• Comprehensive Inborn Errors of Immunity Evaluation
• CD55 Deficiency Biological Therapy Coordination
• Activated Phosphoinositide 3-Kinase Delta Syndrome (APDS1) Management

Credentials and Trust Signals

Dr Archana Khan possesses an incredibly robust academic foundation, augmented by nearly three decades of high-volume paediatric practice and elite international subspecialty collaborations:

• MBBS from Seth GS Medical College, Mumbai University (1997)
• Diploma in Child Health (DCH) from BYL Nair Hospital and Topiwala Medical College, Mumbai
• DNB in Paediatrics from BYL Nair Hospital and Topiwala Medical College, Mumbai (1999)
• One-Year Online Course in Paediatric Rheumatology from PReS and EULAR (2020)

Furthermore, Dr Archana Khan has successfully completed the Scientific Writing and Publication Workshop by the Indian Journal of Rheumatology and Paediatric Rheumatology Society (2020), and holds a certification in the Art and Science of Paper Writing from Indian Paediatrics (2021).

Research, Publications, and Academic Contributions

A deeply dedicated academic researcher and thought leader, Dr Archana Khan actively contributes to global paediatric rheumatology literature and international disease classification projects:

Key Research and International Contributions:

• Actively contributes to the highly prestigious PRINTO project: Evidence-based Revision of ILAR Classification Criteria for JIA.
• Contributed to defining criteria for disease activity states in systemic JIA through sJADAS.
• Collaborated on the worldwide study: Standardized Nailfold Capillaroscopy in Children with Rheumatic Diseases.

Key Publications and Presentations:

• Authored impactful peer-reviewed publications on rare diseases, including papers on DADA2 and Majeed Syndrome with novel mutations from unrelated families in India.
• Delivered highly acclaimed presentations at global conferences, including the ISSAID 10th International Congress (Genoa, Italy) and the European Paediatric Rheumatology (PReS) Congress.

Current Hospital Affiliations in Mumbai

Dr Archana Khan currently consults as a leading Paediatric Rheumatologist at the following premier healthcare facilities:

• SRCC Children Hospital, Narayana Health, Mahalakshmi, Mumbai
• Dr Archana B Khan Clinic, 7, Khudabux Building, 10 Circle, Next to Monginis, Railway Colony, Mazgaon, Mumbai
• MRR Children's Hospital, Thane West, Mumbai

Book an Appointment with Dr Archana Khan, Paediatric Rheumatologist

For highly specialised Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) therapy, expert primary immunodeficiency evaluations, and authoritative autoinflammatory disease management, connect with the medical experts at HexaHealth to check availability and book your appointment with Dr Archana Khan.