About
Dr. Romit Kar is a board-certified pediatrician serving families across Newport Beach and Tustin, California. He holds hospital privileges at Hoag Hospital in Newport Beach and St. Joseph's Hospital in Orange, allowing him to care for patients in inpatient settings when needed. Parents consistently describe Dr. Kar as knowledgeable, unhurried, and skilled at putting anxious children at ease.
Dr. Kar is passionate about preventive health, childhood obesity prevention, and nutrition counseling for families. He takes a particular interest in newborn care, ADHD management, and allergy care. His family-centered philosophy extends beyond the child: he screens new mothers for postpartum depression and created a private nursing room in his office to support breastfeeding families. He makes himself available around the clock for emergencies and offers same-day sick visits alongside lunchtime appointments for busy parents. Prospective families can schedule a complimentary prenatal consultation before their baby arrives.
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Who is Dr. Kar right for?
Dr. Kar is a strong fit for families seeking attentive, relationship-driven pediatric care. New parents benefit from his newborn expertise and complimentary prenatal consultations. Families managing ADHD, allergies, or childhood obesity find focused, ongoing support in his care. Breastfeeding mothers and those navigating postpartum challenges receive dedicated resources at the practice. Parents who value around-the-clock access and same-day sick visits will feel well-served here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Kar treats a wide range of pediatric conditions. These include ADHD, allergies, childhood obesity, ear infections, eczema, acne, strep throat, RSV, pneumonia, constipation, and influenza. He also provides newborn care, well-child exams, sick visits, vaccines, and sports physicals.
Yes, Dr. Kar holds board certification in pediatrics. He earned this credential through the American Board of Pediatrics and maintains it as part of his commitment to current clinical standards.
Yes, newborn care is one of Dr. Kar's primary clinical interests. He offers complimentary prenatal consultations so families can meet him before their baby arrives. This allows him to begin building a relationship with the family right away.
Yes, Dr. Kar makes himself available around the clock for urgent concerns. Members can contact him directly for emergencies at any hour. This level of access is a core part of his concierge practice model.
Yes, Dr. Kar created a private nursing room in his office specifically for breastfeeding families. He also screens new mothers for postpartum depression as part of his family-centered approach. He recognizes that a newborn's well-being connects closely to the mother's health.
Dr. Kar holds hospital privileges at Hoag Hospital in Newport Beach and St. Joseph's Hospital in Orange. This allows him to continue caring for his patients when inpatient treatment is necessary.
Yes, Dr. Kar requires vaccination for all patients in his practice. He follows AAP and CDC vaccine guidelines. Families should plan to keep their children current on the recommended immunization schedule.
Dr. Kar is passionate about childhood obesity prevention and nutrition counseling. He works with families to address weight concerns early through practical guidance on diet and healthy habits. His preventive focus means he addresses these issues proactively, not just reactively.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026