Finding a paediatric clinic or a paediatrician near you when and where you need it for your sick child can be a challenge as a parent. The stress of finding paediatric care without extensive waiting lists is not something any parent needs on top of their busy lives. Telehealth can be a fantastic solution; short wait times, affordable and quality care. Find a Paediatrician near me Tasmania

Docto paediatric Telehealth services mean that you can get your child to see a paediatrician in Tasmania quickly.

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Specialist Paediatric care

Specialist paediatric care may help you and your child with complex health needs. Specialist Paediatricians are able to investigate, diagnose and treat illness and health conditions that other health professionals may not be able to. Our specialist paediatricians are able to see patients with issues such as developmental delay, developmental disorders, ADHD and other behaviour disorders, asthma, autism and autism spectrum disorder, speech delays and many other conditions.

Whilst many of these health conditions may be addressed by your GP, seeing a specialist paediatrician means you are accessing expert advice and treatment from a highly trained doctor who specialises in childhood illness and health.

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Developmental paediatrics

What is developmental Paediatrician?

Developmental paediatricians are doctors who are trained in child development. Developmental paediatricians assess development from language, social interactions, behaviour, and motor skills.

When should I see a developmental paediatrician?

If you feel that your child isn’t meeting their developmental milestones, taking them to see a developmental paediatrician can provide clarity and peace of mind for you as a parent and help diagnose and treat any issues that may arise.

Potential developmental concerns include:

• fine motor skills
• gross motor skills
• attention and focus
• behaviour
• language delays
• school refusal
• weight management
• personality changes
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If you are concerned about your child or teenagers development, seeing a developmental paediatrician is a good place to start to learning more.

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Behavioural paediatrics

Is your child showing signs of behavioural difficulties? Signs to look out for may include:

• Drastic changes in behaviour or personality
• Easily getting annoyed or nervous
• Often appearing angry
• Blaming others
• Having difficulty in handling frustration
• Frequent tantrums and outbursts
• Feelings of sadness
• Social withdrawal and isolation
• Intensive worries or fears that impede daily activities
• Harming or threatening to hurt themselves, other people or pets
• Damaging or destroying property
• Lying or stealing
• Not doing well in school, skipping classes
• Early smoking, drinking, drug use or sexual activity
• Consistent hostility toward authority figures
• Fluctuations in weight
• Changes in appetite
• Neglecting personal hygiene and appearance

Docto has some of the best behavioural paediatricians available at your fingertips who specialise in behavioural changes and conditions. If you are concerned about your children’s behavioural changes, seeing a paediatrician that is accessible in Tasmania could be helpful and as simple as asking your GP practice to refer you.

Behavioural concerns such as ADHD, ADD, ASD

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Docto’s Paediatrics Services

Our paediatricians are licensed registered health professionals with extensive experience in developmental and behavioural medicine who has been trained as a professional and are committed to helping the young people succeed on the path towards a better future for themselves. The paediatrics training in Australia is intensive and requires that they meet additional requirements to be considered specialists in Child development and behaviour health.

During your consult, our highly trained doctors perform a full thorough history and make visual observations of your infant or adolescent. Our paediatricians will review pre-existing information and will provide a professional opinion and management plan, to be implemented in partnership with your referring general practitioner.

Booking a Docto Paediatrician appointment

To get started with booking a DOCTO specialist paediatric appointment, talk to your general practitioner doctor who can refer you to our service. Docto can be an important part of the health of your family and that the stress out of finding a paediatrician near me Tasmania.

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This blog is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult a licensed healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment.