General Paediatrics

General Paediatricians at CCH are experts in the care for children and adolescents from birth to 18 years with many different conditions and illnesses which can include (but are not limited to):

• Acute medical conditions such an infections or asthma
• Newborn checkups
• Infant feeding, growth and sleep issues
• Allergy, eczema, asthma and allergic rhinitis (hayfever)
• Bedwetting, continence (soiling or wetting), toiling issues and constipation
• Growth and puberty concerns
• weight management
• Sleep issues
• Diabetes, thyroid issues and vitamin D deficiency
• Headaches, migraines or recurrent abdominal pain
• Neurological conditions including Cerebral Palsy and Epilepsy
• Developmental and Behavioural conditions
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Developmental Delay
  • Anxiety and Depression
  • Anger Management issues
  • Challenging and Oppositional Behaviour
  • Tic disorder and Tourettes syndrome
  • Learning difficulties and language disorder

As general paediatricians we aim to work closely with your child and family, your GP, your child’s educators and allied health professionals to maximise their health and well-being.