What We Treat
Specialist care across every stage of childhood
From the newborn period through to adolescence, Haven Paediatrics provides expert assessment and management for a wide range of paediatric conditions.
Newborns & Infants
0 – 18 months
The early months of a child’s life are among the most critical—and often the most anxiety-provoking for new parents. Haven Paediatrics provides specialist assessment and management for newborns and infants, offering families the reassurance of expert guidance during this important period.
Whether you have been referred following a hospital stay, have ongoing concerns about your baby’s growth or feeding, or simply want a specialist to assess something that does not feel quite right, Haven Paediatrics is here to help.
Common Presentations
- Feeding difficulties
- Reflux & colic
- Unsettled behaviour
- Growth & weight concerns
- Jaundice
- Neonatal follow-up
- Sleep difficulties
- Eczema & skin conditions
- Tongue tie assessment
- Hip surveillance
- Early developmental checks
- Apnoea concerns
General Paediatrics
All Ages
Haven Paediatrics provides comprehensive general paediatric care for children of all ages — from toddlers through to teenagers. General paediatricians specialise in the complex medical conditions a child may face throughout childhood. Our families develop ongoing relationship with our Paediatricians — allowing for more thorough, tailored care over time.
Common Presentations
- Asthma & respiratory conditions
- Allergies & eczema
- Recurrent infections
- Ear, nose & throat concerns
- Urinary tract infections
- Constipation & bowel concerns
- Enuresis (bedwetting)
- Growth & weight concerns
- Headaches & migraines
- Anaemia
- Gastrointestinal concerns
- Routine health checks
Neurodevelopmental
All Ages
All the paediatricians at Haven Paediatrics have extensive experience in Neurodevelopmental conditions. These conditions can be extremely complex, being influenced by both medical and environmental factors. If your child is struggling at school, has a mental health concern, or you are worried about their development, our paediatricians can help.
Assessment at Haven Paediatrics is thorough, taking the time to understand the full picture. Neurodevelopmental conditions sometimes require input from other health professions before reaching a diagnosis. Our paediatricians will lead this investigation, being best place to advise on the specific assessments your child needs.
Common Presentations
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- ADHD
- Global developmental delay
- Speech & language delay
- Fine & gross motor delay
- Learning difficulties
- Anxiety & emotional concerns
- School refusal
- Behavioural difficulties
- Sleep disorders
- Sensory processing concerns
- Mental health
For Parents
What to know before you come
Everything parents need to prepare for a visit to Haven Paediatrics — from getting a referral to understanding what happens after your appointment.
Getting a Referral
A valid GP referral is required to access Medicare rebates for your specialist consultation. We recommend visiting your regular GP first, as they can provide a referral addressed to any of our paediatricians. If you do not mind which paediatrician you see, your GP can simply address the referral to Haven Paediatrics. The referral letter will typically include a summary of your child’s current concerns, relevant medical history, and any investigations already undertaken.
A GP referral is valid for 12 months and covers all consultations relating to the same condition within that period. A referral from another specialist is valid for three months. You are welcome to book an appointment without a referral; however, Medicare rebates will not apply, and the full consultation fee will be payable.
Your First Appointment
Initial consultations at Haven Paediatrics are typically 40–60 minutes long. This extended appointment time is intentional, allowing us to provide the highest standard of care.
During the consultation, the paediatrician will review your child’s medical history, current concerns, family history, and the results of any previous investigations, such as X-rays or blood tests. At the conclusion of the appointment, they will discuss their clinical assessment and outline any recommended next steps—whether that involves further investigations or follow-up appointments.
After the appointment, you will receive a letter from the paediatrician summarising what was discussed and outlining the plan moving forward. Your GP will also be kept informed, ensuring care can be seamlessly coordinated and handed back when appropriate.
What to Bring
Please bring your child’s Personal Health Record (Red Book), referral letter, Medicare card, and any previous specialist reports, school correspondence, or therapist assessments. If your child has had recent blood tests or imaging, please bring those results as well. A list of current medications, including dosages, is also helpful, although this information is usually included in your GP’s referral.
For neurodevelopmental appointments, please also bring any relevant school reports, school letters, and reports from psychologists, speech pathologists, and occupational therapists.
If, like us, you prefer to be prepared, you are welcome to send this information to our reception team before your appointment. We can then save it to your child’s file ahead of your visit.
Fees & Billing
Haven Paediatrics is a private billing practice. Consultation fees vary depending on the complexity of your child’s presentation, the length of the appointment, and the paediatrician you see. A Medicare rebate is available with a valid GP or specialist referral. The full consultation fee is payable on the day of your appointment, with Medicare reimbursing the applicable rebate directly to your nominated bank account. Please contact our reception team for our current fee schedule.
We accept EFTPOS or credit card; we do not accept cash. If your bank details are registered with Medicare, we can submit your Medicare claim on your behalf at the time of payment. Please let us know if you would like us to process the claim for you.
Developmental Concerns
If you are concerned about your child’s speech, language, movement, attention, behaviour, learning, or social development, a paediatric consultation is often the recommended next step. Many processes, including NDIS access, ADHD or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) assessments, and school support planning, may require a paediatrician’s assessment and clinical report. We recommend speaking with your GP as the first step.
Our paediatricians are experienced in supporting families through these processes and can provide the necessary documentation where a diagnosis is made or additional support is required.
If further assessment is recommended—such as a multidisciplinary autism assessment or psychoeducational testing—your paediatrician will discuss the appropriate pathway and refer you to suitable specialists or allied health professionals.
Urgent & Emergency Care
Haven Paediatrics is a specialist outpatient clinic and is not equipped for medical emergencies. If your child is acutely unwell, having difficulty breathing, has had a seizure, or you are concerned for their immediate safety — please call 000 or go directly to your nearest emergency department.
For general health advice between appointments, call 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84), which is available 24 hours a day. For non-urgent questions about your child’s care or an upcoming appointment at Haven, please contact our reception team and we’ll do our best to help.
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