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Department of Paediatrics & Neonatology

What is Paediatrics?

Paediatrics is the branch of medicine dedicated to the medical care of infants, children, and adolescents. A paediatrician is a physician who specializes in managing the physical, behavioural, and mental health of children from birth until young adulthood. Paediatrics is a broad specialty that covers everything from preventive health and wellness to the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. The care is family-centered, as paediatricians work closely with parents and caregivers to ensure a child's healthy growth and development. Neonatology is a subspecialty of paediatrics that focuses on the medical care of newborn infants, especially those who are ill or premature.

Key Areas of Paediatric Care

Paediatric care is comprehensive and focuses on the unique needs of a growing child:

  • ✓Well-Child Visits: Regular check-ups to monitor a child's growth, development, and overall health.
  • ✓Immunizations: Administering vaccines to protect children from preventable infectious diseases.
  • ✓Acute Illness: Diagnosing and treating common childhood illnesses like colds, ear infections, and stomach viruses.
  • ✓Chronic Conditions: Managing long-term conditions such as asthma, diabetes, and developmental disorders.
  • ✓Neonatal Care: Providing specialized care for newborns, with a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) for premature or critically ill babies.
  • ✓Guidance and Counseling: Offering advice to parents on nutrition, safety, and emotional well-being.

Diagnostic and Treatment Approaches

The approach in paediatrics is tailored to the child's age and developmental stage. Diagnosis begins with a careful history from the parents and a gentle physical examination. Treatment focuses on safe and effective therapies with dosages adjusted for a child's size and weight. A major emphasis is placed on preventive medicine. Vaccinations are a cornerstone of paediatric care. Regular growth and developmental screenings help identify any potential issues early. For newborns in the NICU, care is highly specialized, often involving advanced respiratory support like ventilators and meticulous nutritional management to support the growth of the tiniest patients.

Department Specialists

Our Medical Experts

Meet our highly qualified healthcare professionals dedicated to providing exceptional medical care with expertise and compassion

Dr. E. Parvathavardhini

Dr. E. Parvathavardhini

Pediatrician & Neonatologist

Senior Consultant Pediatrician & Neonatologist / Lactation Consultant

MBBS, MD (PAED)

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Paediatrics at SSS Hospital Erode

SSS Super Speciality Hospital has Dr. E. Parvathavardhini (MBBS, MD Paediatrics) as Senior Consultant Pediatrician, Neonatologist & Lactation Consultant. She provides comprehensive child healthcare from newborns to adolescents, including neonatal intensive care for premature and critically ill babies.
Yes, SSS Hospital has a well-equipped Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) for premature babies, low birth weight infants, and newborns requiring special medical care. Our NICU is staffed by experienced neonatologists and trained nurses with advanced equipment including incubators, phototherapy units, and ventilators.
We provide all routine childhood vaccinations as per the Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP) schedule including BCG, OPV, Hepatitis B, DPT, MMR, Varicella, Typhoid, and Influenza vaccines. Our pediatrician maintains vaccination records and reminds you of upcoming vaccines for your child.
Take your child to a pediatrician for high fever (above 102°F), persistent vomiting or diarrhea, breathing difficulty, skin rashes, ear pain, prolonged crying, poor feeding, growth concerns, behavioural issues, or any illness that doesn't improve in 2-3 days. For newborns, any fever or feeding difficulty requires immediate medical attention.
Yes, our pediatrics department provides comprehensive newborn screening including hearing screening, metabolic screening, jaundice monitoring, and complete physical examination. We also offer breastfeeding support and lactation counselling by our certified lactation consultant Dr. E. Parvathavardhini.