General Paediatric Clinic in Singapore
Petite Practice is a general paediatric clinic located at Katong in Singapore that is well-equipped to provide acute paediatric care for childhood ailments.
We recommend making a same-day appointment to minimise the waiting time at the clinic for the comfort of sick children. Walk-ins are available on weekdays from 9-10 am.
Acute Paediatric Care
As a general paediatric clinic in Singapore, Petite Practice is committed to tackling a wide range of health concerns in infants and children. Engage experts in general paediatrics for optimal service and treatment regarding the following ailments:
Pneumonia
A pneumonia is an infection of the lungs which may necessitate treatment with antibiotics and close follow-up. We are able to perform blood investigations if necessary and monitor your child's oxygen saturation to ensure that the pneumonia can safely be treated in an outpatient setting. We are also equipped to provide outpatient daily intravenous antibiotic treatment in select cases.
Pneumonia
Urinary Tract Infection
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a bacterial infection of the kidneys, bladder or urethra. This requires treatment with antibiotics.
In children, it is important to diagnose UTI with a cleanly obtained urine sample prior to initiation of any antibiotic treatment.
Our clinic is equipped with rapid tests to assist with diagnosing a UTI during your child's consultation visit and will arrange for appropriate culture tests and follow-up ultrasound imaging which may be necessary.
In children, it is important to diagnose UTI with a cleanly obtained urine sample prior to initiation of any antibiotic treatment.
Our clinic is equipped with rapid tests to assist with diagnosing a UTI during your child's consultation visit and will arrange for appropriate culture tests and follow-up ultrasound imaging which may be necessary.
Urinary Tract Infection
Gastroenteritis
This is a common childhood infection affecting the intestines and may present with vomiting, diarrhea or abdominal pain.
Our clinic is equipped to stop acute vomiting so that your child may continue to hydrate well at home. Our doctors are also able to provide inpatient support for severe cases which may require admission.
Our clinic is equipped to stop acute vomiting so that your child may continue to hydrate well at home. Our doctors are also able to provide inpatient support for severe cases which may require admission.
Gastroenteritis
Fever
A raised body temperature is often a normal response of the body's immune system in fighting off an infection. This can often be concerning for parents.
At Petite Practice, we help in evaluating the cause of your child's fevers and teach parents how to monitor the symptoms of the underlying illness.
At Petite Practice, we help in evaluating the cause of your child's fevers and teach parents how to monitor the symptoms of the underlying illness.
Fever
Bronchitis
Bronchiolitis or Bronchitis is a viral chest infection which causes increased mucus production and narrowing of the airways which can sometimes cause wheezing and difficulties in breathing. It is clinically diagnosed by your doctor and does not require blood tests or X-rays for diagnosis.
Our clinic is able to provide nasal suction and nebulizer treatments where indicated. We also monitor your child's oxygen saturation to ensure that it is safe to continue home observation. We are equipped to perform rapid tests for influenza and respiratory syncytial virus.
While most babies and children with bronchiolitis can recover at home, some babies with more severe symptoms may require inpatient support during recovery. Our doctors will be able to continue your child's care in an inpatient setting when necessary.
Our clinic is able to provide nasal suction and nebulizer treatments where indicated. We also monitor your child's oxygen saturation to ensure that it is safe to continue home observation. We are equipped to perform rapid tests for influenza and respiratory syncytial virus.
While most babies and children with bronchiolitis can recover at home, some babies with more severe symptoms may require inpatient support during recovery. Our doctors will be able to continue your child's care in an inpatient setting when necessary.
Bronchitis
Constipation
Difficulty in bowel movement is common in children, especially around the time of toilet training or weaning to solids. Painful passage of stools further causes stool withholding and worsens constipation in children.
We are able to manage acute constipation episodes and provide management and follow-up for chronic constipation issues.
We are able to manage acute constipation episodes and provide management and follow-up for chronic constipation issues.
Constipation
Asthma
Asthma is a long-term condition which presents with repeated episodes of narrowing and tightening of the airway causing chronic cough, wheezing and difficulties in breathing.
Our clinic supports children with asthma with acute episodes and long-term follow-up with guided care plans. Our doctors are also able to continue your child's care in an inpatient setting when necessary.
Our clinic supports children with asthma with acute episodes and long-term follow-up with guided care plans. Our doctors are also able to continue your child's care in an inpatient setting when necessary.
Asthma
Upper respiratory tract infections
Coughs and runny noses are hallmarks of common viral illnesses encountered in childhood. It is not uncommon for young children to have 6 to 12 upper respiratory tract infections in a year. Post-viral coughs can sometimes last for weeks after a respiratory infection.
Our doctors advise on natural remedies to assist with supporting your child's body in its recovery and prescribe medications only as necessary. We perform rapid influenza tests in clinically indicated cases.
Our doctors advise on natural remedies to assist with supporting your child's body in its recovery and prescribe medications only as necessary. We perform rapid influenza tests in clinically indicated cases.
Upper respiratory tract infections
Minor cuts and burns
Our doctors are able to perform tissue glue procedures or suturing under local anesthesia for minor cuts.
Kindly visit the A&E for larger wounds in young children which may require sedation for suturing.
We are also equipped to manage and dress simple burns in children.
Kindly visit the A&E for larger wounds in young children which may require sedation for suturing.
We are also equipped to manage and dress simple burns in children.
Minor cuts and burns
Minor falls and head injury
Falls and head injuries are common in young children and moderate to severe head injuries would warrant a doctor's visit for assessment.
Minor falls and head injury
Simple wound management
We are equipped to manage dressings for simple wounds.
Simple wound management
General Checkups and Immunizations
Our general paediatrics services extend to checkups and immunisations. These services are crucial for the prompt treatment of potential health issues and developmental delays. They also protect your child from potentially dangerous illnesses.
Developmental assessments and milestone checks for infants and children
Recommended childhood developmental screening assessments are performed at the following recommended touch points in accordance with the Ministry of Health's guidelines in Singapore:
6 weeks to 2 months
4 months
6 months
12 months
18 months
30 months
48 months
6 weeks to 2 months
4 months
6 months
12 months
18 months
30 months
48 months
Developmental assessments and milestone checks for infants and children
Routine Childhood Vaccinations (Local and Overseas schedules)
Our clinic follows and offers the recommended Singapore National Childhood Immunisation Schedule. We are also able to follow the home vaccination schedules of various countries and can advise on modified schedules to keep up with local vaccination regulations.
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Routine Childhood Vaccinations (Local and Overseas schedules)
Travel vaccinations
In addition to routine childhood immunisations we also provide the following vaccinations:
Hepatitis A (12 month of age, 2 doses 6 months apart.)
Typhoid (2 years of age, 1 dose every 2 years as required for travel exposures.)
Meningococcus ACWY (6 weeks of age, 2-3 doses. Schedule differs based on age of child.)
Meningococcus B (2 months of age, 2-3 doses. Schedule differs based on age of child.)
Japanese encephalitis (2 months of age, 2 doses 2 months apart.)
Seasonal influenza vaccination (6 months of age, 6- 12 monthly following seasonal flu patterns.)
It is advised to consult for your travel vaccinations at least 1 month prior to your travel date.
Please call ahead so that arrangements can be advised for these vaccinations.
Hepatitis A (12 month of age, 2 doses 6 months apart.)
Typhoid (2 years of age, 1 dose every 2 years as required for travel exposures.)
Meningococcus ACWY (6 weeks of age, 2-3 doses. Schedule differs based on age of child.)
Meningococcus B (2 months of age, 2-3 doses. Schedule differs based on age of child.)
Japanese encephalitis (2 months of age, 2 doses 2 months apart.)
Seasonal influenza vaccination (6 months of age, 6- 12 monthly following seasonal flu patterns.)
It is advised to consult for your travel vaccinations at least 1 month prior to your travel date.
Please call ahead so that arrangements can be advised for these vaccinations.
Travel vaccinations
Seasonal Flu Vaccinations
Seasonal Northern and Southern influenza vaccinations are available at our clinic. These can be administered from the age of 6 months to confer protection against seasonal influenza A and B strains.
Seasonal Flu Vaccinations
Routine newborn care
Petite Practice is an excellent choice for new parents seeking general paediatricians in Singapore. We closely monitor and evaluate your newborn’s development to ensure optimal health.
Weight checks
Frequent weight checks in the first few weeks of life are performed to ensure adequate feeding and growth of newborn babies. Our clinic provides weight check services to existing patients with interval check ups with our doctors.
Weight checks
Non-invasive skin jaundice monitoring
Jaundice is the abnormal yellowing of the eyes and skin in newborns due to the buildup of bilirubin in the first few weeks of life.
Our clinic is equipped to provide painless skin checks with our transcutaneous bilirubin monitor to reduce the need for blood monitoring in newborn infants.
Infants who require admission for phototherapy for high jaundice levels can be cared for by our doctors.
We are also able to provide screening blood and urine investigations necessary for prolonged jaundice which persists in newborns beyond 2 weeks of life.
Our clinic is equipped to provide painless skin checks with our transcutaneous bilirubin monitor to reduce the need for blood monitoring in newborn infants.
Infants who require admission for phototherapy for high jaundice levels can be cared for by our doctors.
We are also able to provide screening blood and urine investigations necessary for prolonged jaundice which persists in newborns beyond 2 weeks of life.
Non-invasive skin jaundice monitoring
Newborn skin conditions
Many types of newborn rashes can develop over the first few weeks of life. These can range from common new born rashes such as erythema toxicum, heat rashes, haemangiomas and cradle cap. Our doctors can evaluate and advise on management of these rashes.
Newborn skin conditions