All babies who deliver at SJOG Murdoch are referred to us via your Obstetrician. Babies who did not deliver at SJOG Murdoch are referred by their GP’s, or you can ask your Obstetrician if your baby delivered elsewhere. A GP referral is valid for 12 months and a Specialist referral is valid for 3 months.
A Neonatologistis trained specifically to handle the most complex and high-risk situations.
If your newborn is premature, or has a serious illness, injury, or birth defect, a neonatologist may assist at the time of delivery and in the subsequent care of your newborn. If a problem is identified before your baby is born, a neonatologist may become involved to consult with your obstetrician in your baby’s care during your pregnancy.
A paediatrician is a medical doctor who specializes in the care of children. Paediatricians have undergone special training in the health and illnesses of newborns, infants, teens and young adults. Paediatricians are certified by the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and are registered with AHPRA.
Paediatricians provide preventive health care for children in good health and medical care for children who are acutely or chronically ill. They also provide parents with support and advice with issues such as growth and development, safety and prevention, nutrition, and emotional wellness to foster a lifetime of good health.
Yes. It is not routinely done, but please ask your obstetrician to arrange a meeting, if necessary. During this visit, we will answer any questions that you have about our practice or your new child.
Your child should not only see our team for an illness. The well-care visit or check-up at 6 weeks provides the best opportunity for the doctor to observe the progress of your child’s physical, mental growth and development. It is also an opportune time to discuss any concerns about feeding or other problems.
Yes. It is not routinely done, but please ask your obstetrician to arrange a meeting, if necessary. During this visit, we will answer any questions that you have about our practice or your new child.
Your child should not only see our team for an illness. The well-care visit or check-up at 6 weeks provides the best opportunity for the doctor to observe the progress of your child’s physical, mental growth and development. It is also an opportune time to discuss any concerns about feeding or other problems.
No. You may elect to see your GP. However, the 6-week specialist appointment often revolves around issues that your specialist is most familiar with.
No. You may elect to see your GP. However, the 6-week specialist appointment often revolves around issues that your specialist is most familiar with.
Neonatologists follow babies until they are 12 months old.
General Paediatrician will follow the babies for a number of years.
No, vaccinations have to be done via GP’s.
Our team is happy for you to transition to one of our General Paediatricians
Murdoch Baby Matters follow SJOG Healthcare Covid policy protocol. More details can be viewed here.
