Paediatrician
Do you want to see a paediatrician, here is the process you need to follow. Feel free to contact us with any queries.
Do you want to see a paediatrician, here is the process you need to follow. Feel free to contact us with any queries.
Before going to a paediatrician:
To see a paediatrician, you’ll need a referral from your GP. Your GP is always a good place to start if you’re worried about your child’s health or development. Your GP can help you decide about seeing a paediatrician and help you find someone who’s right for your child.
If your GP refers your child to a paediatrician, it’s a good idea to talk with your GP about the following things:
About paediatricians
A paediatrician is a medical doctor with special training and skills in the diseases and illnesses that affect the health and development of babies, children and teenagers. Paediatricians know a lot about the many different conditions and illnesses that can affect children’s health, welfare, behaviour and education.
They also understand how different illnesses and conditions relate to each other.
More about paediatricians
Some paediatricians do general training. Others do specialised training in areas like neonatology (treatment of newborn babies), cardiology (heart problems) or development and behaviour.
Why your child might see a paediatrician Your child might see a paediatrician if your GP wants a specialist opinion about your child’s health and development, or thinks your child needs specialised care and treatment.
For example, your GP might refer your child to a paediatrician for further assessment and treatment of: