Paediatric Care
From immunizations to growth monitoring, our paediatric services help children thrive. We serve families in Ilfracombe, Umgababa, and Amanzimtoti.
Paediatric Care
Compassionate Healthcare for Children and Adolescents
Children have unique healthcare needs that require specialized knowledge, gentle care, and family-centered approach. Our paediatric services provide comprehensive care for infants, children, and adolescents in a warm, welcoming environment.
Our Paediatric Services
Well-Child Visits
- Regular health check-ups
- Growth and development monitoring
- Vaccination administration
- Developmental screenings
- Nutritional counseling
- Parental guidance and support
Sick Child Care
- Acute illness treatment
- Fever management
- Respiratory infections
- Gastrointestinal issues
- Skin conditions
- Minor injuries
Immunizations
- Routine childhood vaccinations
- Travel vaccinations
- Catch-up immunizations
- Vaccine counseling
- Side effect management
- Immunization records
Developmental Assessments
- Milestone tracking
- Learning disability screening
- Behavioral assessments
- Speech and language evaluation
- Motor skill development
- Social-emotional development
Age-Specific Care
Infants (0-12 months)
- Newborn care and feeding support
- Growth monitoring
- Developmental assessments
- Immunization schedules
- Sleep guidance
- Parental support and education
Toddlers (1-3 years)
- Developmental milestone tracking
- Behavioral guidance
- Nutrition counseling
- Safety education
- Toilet training support
- Speech development monitoring
Preschoolers (3-5 years)
- School readiness assessments
- Behavioral management
- Nutrition and exercise guidance
- Social skill development
- Safety education
- Immunization updates
School-Age Children (6-12 years)
- Annual health check-ups
- Sports physicals
- Learning disability screening
- Nutrition counseling
- Mental health support
- Chronic disease management
Adolescents (13-18 years)
- Puberty education and support
- Mental health screening
- Substance abuse prevention
- Sexual health education
- Sports medicine
- Confidential counseling
Common Childhood Conditions
Skin Conditions
- Eczema and dermatitis
- Bacterial and fungal infections
- Viral rashes
- Acne in adolescents
- Birthmarks and moles
- Wound care and healing
Respiratory Conditions
- Asthma management
- Allergies and hay fever
- Common colds and flu
- Bronchitis and pneumonia
- Croup and whooping cough
- Chronic cough evaluation
Gastrointestinal Issues
- Diarrhea and constipation
- Gastroenteritis
- Reflux and GERD
- Food allergies and intolerances
- Feeding difficulties
- Nutritional deficiencies
Immunization Program
Routine Childhood Vaccines
Hepatitis B
• Rotavirus
• Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (DTaP)
• Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib)
• Pneumococcal conjugate
• Inactivated poliovirus
• Influenza (yearly)
• Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
• Varicella (chickenpox)
• Hepatitis A
• Meningococcal
• Human papillomavirus (HPV)
Vaccine Safety and Education
• Vaccine benefit explanations
• Side effect discussions
• Safety monitoring
• Adverse event reporting
• Vaccine hesitancy counseling
• Evidence-based information
Growth Monitoring
• Height and weight tracking
• BMI calculations
• Growth curve plotting
• Nutritional assessments
• Growth disorder identification
• Referral to specialists
Chronic Disease Management in kids
Asthma Care
- Medication management
- Trigger identification
- Action plan development
- Inhaler technique training
- Peak flow monitoring
- Emergency care planning
Diabetes Management
- Blood sugar monitoring
- Insulin administration
- Dietary counseling
- Exercise planning
- Complication prevention
- Family education
ADHD Support
- Medication management
- Behavioral interventions
- School accommodation
- Family counseling
- Progress monitoring
- Specialist coordination
