Specialised care for your child
Our paediatric specialist services
We provide comprehensive and compassionate care across various paediatric specialities. Our approach is tailored to each child's unique needs, ensuring effective and practical solutions for their well-being.
When considering a referral to Paediatric Specialist and Skin, please note the following indicators that suggest a specialist review may be beneficial for your child:
Paediatric Dermatology
- Eczema
- Recurrent or unexplained rashes
- Psoriasis
- Diaper dermatitis
- Irritant dermatitis
- Contact dermatitis
- Lichen sclerosus
- Acne
- Rosacea
- Fungal infections
- Recurrent skin infections
- Viral warts (verrucae)
- Infantile haemangioma
- Other birthmarks - vascular and pigmented lesions
- Hair and scalp disorders (dandruff, hair loss, alopecia areata)
- Hives (urticaria) and allergic skin conditions
- Hidradenitis suppurativa
- Genetic skin conditions (genodermatoses)
- Neonatal dermatology
In-house patch testing is available for children with possible contact dermatitis
Paediatric Allergy
- Comprehensive food allergy assessment
- Validated allergy testings such as skin prick testing and EAST tests
- Diagnosis of food allergies and anaphylaxis
- Aeroallergens
- Allergy and anaphylaxis action plans
- Atopic rhinitis
- Asthma
In-house skin prick testing is available for children with possible IgE-mediated food allergy
We also provide skin prick testing for aeroallergens
Developmental Paediatrics
- Isolated developmental delay
- Gross developmental delay
- Assessment for autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and intellectual disability (ID).
- Management of ADHD
- Referral to Child Development Services for allied health support
- Referral to Early Intervention Service
- Application for Child Disability Allowance
General Paediatrics
- Recurrent acute wheezes
- Asthma
- Pneumonia
- Hay fever (allergic rhinitis)
- Chronic cough
- Heart murmurs
- General growth
- Gastroesophageal reflux
- Nutritional deficiencies
- Inadequate weight gain (failure to thrive)
- Chronic abdominal pain
- Coeliac disease
- Cow's milk protein intolerance (Food protein-induced proctocolitis)
- Constipation
- Anal fissures
- Bedwetting (nocturnal enuresis)
- Bladder overactivity
- Recurrent urinary tract infections
- Nephrotic syndrome
- Headaches
- Migraines
- Seizures
- Sleep issues
- Complex medical issues
Why choose Paediatric Specialist and Skin?
We are dedicated to providing child and parent-friendly care with open communication, ensuring you feel confident in your child's management.
Our unique approach to healthcare
We aim to provide timely specialist assessment and diagnosis. This allows us to address your child's needs promptly and effectively. We also offer Telehealth consultations, providing families in remote or distant locations with easy access to specialist paediatric care.