Dr. AIDA KHANUM, M.D., M.P.H. | DPC Provider | DPC Directory
Pediatrics
About
Dr. Aida Khanum is a board‑certified pediatrician with more than 20 years of experience. She completed her residency in Pediatrics at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY, followed by a Fellowship in Academic General Pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX, and earned a Master of Public Health from the University of Texas School of Public Health. Dr. Khanum founded Pediatric Pod Concierge Pediatrics to provide a Direct Primary Care model that offers same‑day appointments, extended visit times, and a proactive, evidence‑based approach to child health. She emphasizes listening to families, addressing root causes of illness, and partnering with parents to promote lifelong wellness.
In her practice she integrates telemedicine with in‑person visits, offers specialized services such as autism evaluations and leucovorin therapy, and maintains a small panel to ensure personalized, uninterrupted care. Dr. Khanum is multilingual, speaks several languages, and draws on international travel experience to enrich her culturally competent care.
Education
Medical School: Aga Khan University (1998)
Residency: Pediatrics - SUNY Upstate Medical University (Syracuse NY)
- Residency Pediatrics - SUNY Upstate Medical University (Syracuse NY)
- Fellowship Academic General Pediatrics - Baylor College of Medicine (Houston TX)
Board Certification & Credentials
Degree: M.D., M.P.H.
Specialty: Pediatrics
Board Certified: American Board of Pediatrics
Years in Practice: 20+ years
Licensing
NPI Number: 1013933126 Active
Primary License: Texas (TX) - L9282
Community Involvement
Active in local schools and community organizations; speaks English, Spanish, German, Urdu, and Hindi; volunteers for health education and autism awareness events.
International Experience
Traveled to Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Central America; incorporates global perspectives into patient care.