Primary & Family

Paediatrics

Specialist child health — gentle, attentive care from our resident paediatrician.

Paediatrics at Ekhaya Medical Centre

Children aren't just small adults, and their health deserves specialist attention. Our resident paediatrician, supported by HIV-management expertise, cares for infants, children and adolescents.

From growth monitoring and vaccinations to managing childhood illness, we provide warm, patient care that puts both children and parents at ease.

What this includes

  • Newborn, infant and child consultations
  • Growth and developmental monitoring
  • Childhood immunisation schedules
  • Management of childhood illness and infections
  • Paediatric HIV care
  • Advice on nutrition, sleep and behaviour

What to expect

  1. 1A welcoming, child-friendly consultation
  2. 2Examination, measurements and growth tracking
  3. 3Vaccinations or treatment as needed
  4. 4Guidance for parents and any follow-up

Who it's for

Babies, children and teenagers — for routine check-ups, vaccinations or when your child is unwell.

Book directly with

Choose the practitioner you'd like to see for paediatrics.

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Dr H.M. Bapela

Paediatrician (Specialist)

Common questions

Do you follow the SA vaccination schedule?

Yes — we follow the national immunisation schedule and can catch up missed doses.

Is there a paediatrician on-site?

Yes, we have a resident paediatric specialist.

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