Children Health Clinic

Children need special healthcare compared to adults, this is due to issues that can occur with child development and long-term issues that can come if early treatment is ignored. It is essential for parents and healthcare professionals to monitor a child’s growth and to provide early care if any issue is found. A child’s immune system is also developing when they are young, hence the importance of monitoring a child’s health. 

What is a Children Health Clinic?

A Children Health Clinic is a facility that is dedicated totally to children and their health, this includes newborns to adolescents. A child’s physical, mental and emotional health is essential when it comes to their growth. These clinics provide preventive care, diagnosis, treatment, and development monitoring. The pediatrics at this clinic are specially trained to take care of children and their health. 

Children Health Clinic at Vibhavadi Hospital

The Children Health Clinic at Vibhavadi Hospital has a team of experienced pediatrians that focus on diagnosing and treating children. The clinic is a child friendly environment, hence making it a comfortable zone for children. Healthcare professionals work closely with parents to provide accurate treatment and this also allows parents to have a better understanding of their child’s issue. With parent’s involved in the treatment plan they can have an easier time in dealing with their kids at home. 

Services Offered at Vibhavadi Hospital's Children Health Clinic

Preventive Health Care and Wellness Check-ups

Routine check-ups are essential as they can help with early detection, which ultimately lowers the risk of any long-term effects. It is also important for doctors and parents to keep track of a child’s growth, weight, height and developmental milestones. Preventive care decreases the chance of long-term serious issues. 

Physical Examination

Full body checks are conducted to make sure the child’s health is good. Growth tracking is then done to keep track of the child’s development, these are then assessed through standard growth charts and milestone assessments. 

Vaccinations

It is important for a child to get vaccinated according to the national vaccination schedule, this can help prevent a child from getting contaminated with high-risk diseases. Vaccinations also allow for herd immunity, which is when enough people in an area have immunity to a disease that it no longer spreads easily.

Health Screenings

A child’s vision, hearing and anemia are screened in order to find any issues, which, if detected, will allow the doctor to come up with a treatment plan for the child. Early detection with these screenings can help treatment become easier. 

Nutritional Guidance

Healthcare professionals may advise certain children to go on a certain diet to help with their growth and immunity. Nutrition can help with cognitive and physical development. 

Pediatric Illness Diagnosis and Treatment

Children get sick more often because their immune system is still developing and furthermore they live a lot of their daily lives at school, where they can easily catch an illness from their peers. Some of these illnesses include: 

• Respiratory Infections: This includes conditions like cold, flu and asthma
• Gastrointestinal Issues: These include stomach issues, food allergies and digestion problems. 
• Ear Infections: Due to a child’s ear anatomy being different as they grow, it is easier for children to catch any ear infections. 
• Skin Conditions: These include allergies, rashes and eczema.
• Infectious Diseases: Chickenpox, measles and mumps are examples of infectious diseases a child can catch. It is important to get a child vaccinated to avoid these diseases. 

Pediatric Emergency Care

It is crucial for children to get instant care in the case of any emergency, this is due to their developing immune system. A pediatric emergency care provides the correct equipment and professionals to deal with these issues, the care unit is open to emergencies 24/7. These emergencies can range from high fever, injuries, breathing difficulties, sudden illness and more.

Chronic Condition Management

Chronic conditions like asthma, diabetes, and epilepsy significantly affect a child’s life. Therefore, it is important to seek immediate care when dealing with these issues. Health care professionals will be able to come up with a treatment plan that is tailored towards the child’s needs and health. 

Developmental and Behavioral Health Care

Early intervention is essential when dealing with a child’s development. Healthcare professionals use development milestones to keep track of a child’s development and furthermore, spot any issues. Treatments like speech therapy, behavioral health support and development support are then provided if the doctor notices issues with the child. 

Adolescent Health Care

Adolescent health care differs from child health care in certain ways. Firstly, this is due to the physical and emotional changes a person goes through during adolescence. People at this age require a more confidential support system, and it is essential to closely monitor their emotional health. This is also the stage where preventive care becomes more important in order to minimize any long-term issues with the person. 

Surgical and Specialized Pediatric Care

Whether it's a cardiac issue, orthopedic issue or neurological disorders, healthcare professionals provide specialized surgeries for children. Pediatric surgery requires specialized surgeries and equipments, both are present at Vibhavadi Hospital’s Children Health Clinic