Paediatrics
Patient information
Our clinic can see children with a range of conditions including developmental and behavioural problems.
What we do
We work closely with Alfred CYMHS (child and youth mental health services)
Who we care for
Children under 16 years of age.
How to access this service
Referral from your GP
You need a referral letter from your GP or medical practitioner to access this service.
Your doctor will need to fax your referral letter to us. We will be in contact with you in clinically recommended times, depending on waiting list length. If there is no waiting list, you will receive an appointment booking letter or we will contact you to arrange a suitable time.
What to bring
Every time you come
- Medicare card
- Health Care Card and/or concession card (if you have one)
- Private health insurance card (if applicable/if you want to use it)
- Adverse drug alert card (if you have one)
- Previous X-ray films, scans, ultrasounds or any other test results or reports
- Medicines you need to take while you are here
- List of medicines you are currently taking (or the boxes), including medicines you have bought without a prescription, such as herbal supplements and vitamins
- Glasses, hearing aid(s) and/or walking frame if needed
For a clinic appointment
- Your appointment letter
- Any special items listed on your letter
- TAC or WorkCover claim number (if relevant)
Our clinics
Clinic name | Campus | Location |
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Paediatric Clinic Wednesdays at Sandringham Hospital |
Sandringham Hospital | 193 Bluff Rd, Sandringham VIC 3191 |
Paediatric Clinic Thursdays at Sandringham Hospital |
Sandringham Hospital | 193 Bluff Rd, Sandringham VIC 3191 |
Resources
All patient resourcesThe Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne - Centre for Community Child Health (CCCH)
Centre for Community Child health (CCHS)
The Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne - Developmental Medicine
Department of Developmental Medicine
The Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne
Eating Disorders Victoria
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