Day: November 8, 2023

A second opinion is when you visit another doctor, medical specialist or healthcare professional to ask for their opinion on the care of your child. It may feel awkward to ask for a second opinion for your child’s care, but it is a common request. However, it is best to ask your doctor for a […]

If your child is scheduled to have surgery, they will need to fast (not have anything to eat or drink) for a number of hours before their procedure. How long they fast may depend on their age and specific medical condition. You will be advised of the duration of fasting specific to your child. Fasting […]

Surgery and hospitalisation can be frightening and overwhelming for children. The same can be said for parents too, but remember your child looks to you for reassurance. It is possible to prepare your child as best you can with age-appropriate information. You can help your child cope by: being honest encouraging discussion and questions on […]

  When your child has surgery, a whole team of medical professionals is involved. While not always as big as a football team, this team is what makes your child’s surgery possible and safe! Most people are only exposed to and know the surgeon whom they contacted for their child’s condition. However, surgeons can’t work […]

  If you have not suffered appendicitis, chances are that we know someone who has suffered from it. Appendicitis is one of those conditions that lead to emergency surgeries. Everyone of us with an appendix (that tiny worm-like part of large intestines close to where the small intestines connect to the large bowels) is at […]

If your little angel needs surgery, chances are you have many concerns – and questions! Is it really that safe to put children under? It helps to understand what actually happens so you know what to expect. Highly skilled Paediatric anaesthetists use anaesthesia during surgeries or other procedures to put children to sleep and control […]