Paediatrics Subspecialties

Neonatology

Our paediatric team is highly skilled in treating premature babies, those with congenital or acquired infections, and respiratory distress syndrome. With paediatricians stationed at the hospital around the clock, each newborn will receive the best care throughout their stay at Union Hospital.

Paediatric Surgery and Urology

We specialise in diagnosing and treating surgical and urological conditions in children and adolescents. These conditions often involve growth and development issues, congenital abnormalities, tumours, trauma, and problems related to the urinary system.

Pediatric Cardiology

We specialize in diagnosing and treating heart diseases in children and adolescents, focusing on structural heart abnormalities, functional heart issues, and vascular diseases to ensure the heart health of our young patients.
 

Diagnostic Scope Includes:

• Heart Diseases: Such as ventricular septal defects and rheumatic heart disease
• Arrhythmias: Such as atrial fibrillation
• Valvular Heart Diseases: Such as valve stenosis
• Hypertension: Pediatric hypertension
• Heart Failure: Insufficient pumping ability

Paediatric Neurology

We primarily diagnose and treat neurological disorders in children and adolescents. These conditions may involve various issues related to the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves.

Diagnostic Scope Includes:

• Epilepsy
• Neurodevelopmental Disorders: Such as autism spectrum disorders and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
• Brain Infections: Such as meningitis and encephalitis.
• Headaches: Including various types of headaches like migraines and tension-type headaches.
• Neuromuscular Disorders: Such as spinal muscular atrophy.
• Movement Disorders: Such as cerebral palsy and coordination problems.
• Neurodegenerative Diseases: Such as early-onset Alzheimer’s disease and other related conditions