About the Department

The Department of Paediatrics was started in 1984. Our faculty serve as clinicians and researchers in addition to teaching.

  • We provide the preventive, promotive and curative health care available for infants, children and adolescents.
  • We  takes care of children up to 18 years. 
  • We provide comprehensive health care for children all under one roof.
  • Outpatient, Inpatient and emergency services and pediatric subspecialties.
  • General pediatricians of high caliber are available 24 x 7 on all 365 days.
  • The service is supported by advanced age specific diagnostic and therapeutic modalities.

 

SUBSPECIALTY SERVICES:

  • Adolescent Clinic 
  • Paediatric Heamatooncology Clinic
  • Paediatric Endocrine Clinic 
  • Paediatric Urology Clinic
  • Paediatric Rheumatology Clinic
  • Karthikeyan Child Development Clinic
  • Paediatric Cardiology Clinic
  • Paediatric Nephrology Clinic
  • Paediatric Neurology Clinic
  • Asthma Clinic
  • Under FIVE Clinic
  • Genetics 
  • PICU Follow-up Clinic

 

PAEDIATRIC  NEUROLOGY CLINIC:
This is a tertiary referral clinic for comprehensive management of seizure, headache, neuro metabolic disorders, neuro degenerative diseases, malformation of brain, auto immune encephalitis, movement disorder etc.

The Child Neurology division at SRMC provides leadership in the Child neurology in fields of Patient care, academic , research and training.  The department works in liaison with both neurology and pediatrics department. The department caters to patients from all across the country. In addition, children with neurological issues from the SAARC region, and various middle east countries also seek the services of the division. Both in-patient and out-patient services are provided to these children.

Pediatric Neurology Unit is functioning on coordination with Karthikeyan Child Development Unit, child psychology unit, physiotherapy and rehabilitation unit

Children up to 18 years of with epilepsy, cerebral palsy, developmental delay, neuromuscular conditions, neurobehavioral disorders, headache, stroke, and acute neurological emergencies are treated under Pediatric Neurology.   

 

PAEDIATRIC NEPHROLOGY CLINIC:
Care for children with various kidney diseases ranging from treatable disorders without long-term consequences to life-threatening conditions. We care for children with congenital renal anomaly, urinary tract infection, nephrotic syndrome, nephritic syndrome, renal stone disease, acute kidney injury and chronic kidney disease. Children who are at risk of kidney disease at an early age are educated for a healthy life style. 

 

ASTHMA CLINIC:
Dedicated to improve the quality of life of children with asthma through excellent clinical care, education and research.

 

ADOLESCENT CLINIC:
Adolescents in the age group 9 years 18 years are taken care of with reference to their physical and mental problems. We give one to one counseling regarding their problems and render preventive services including immunization, injury prevention, nutritional guidance, stress management and prevention of substance abuse. We identify problems related to adolescent age group such as behavioral problems and scholastic backwardness and provide guidance on life skills, family life education and chronic illness.  

 

PAEDIATRIC RHEUMATOLOGY:
Care for children with musculoskeletal and systemic inflammatory disorders like   Juvenile arthritis, SLE, Juvenile dermatomyositis, vacuities etc. These are rare conditions which may result in serious complications if not detected early and treated effectively. 

 

KARTHIKEYAN CHILD DEVELOPMENT UNIT:
The unit focuses on assessment of children with development problems, early stimulation  and early intervention program for high risk newborn babies so as to provide an optimal environment to achieve their developmental potential.  We have the full team for multidisciplinary approach including Developmental Pediatricians, Psychologists, Physiotherapist, Speech therapists, Audiologists, Nutritionists, Occupational therapist and Social worker.

 

PEDIATRIC HEMATO-ONCOLGY:
The Division of Pediatric Hemato Oncology caters to all types of hematological and solid tumors in children and adolescents &   all types of pediatric blood disorders, inclusive of palliative care services and transplant services.

 

PAEDIATRIC ENDOCRINOLOGY:
The division of Paediatric endocrinology caters to children with various endocrine problems like short stature, obesity, delayed puberty and thyroid disorders etc. 

 

PAEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGY:
The division of Paediatric cardiology caters to children with various congenital and acquired heart diseases with latest diagnostic techniques and timely intervention.

 

UNDER FIVE CLINIC:
Growth clinic for evaluation and treatment of children with sub-optimal weight and height gain. Lactation Support Program : We have a innovative support program for feeding mothers