Overview
The specialist doctor will talk to you about any follow up tests your baby had to have after going home from the special care nursery. Your baby’s height and weight will be checked by the nurse during your appointment.
Related services
Getting here
Find us at:
Werribee Mercy Hospital
296 Princes Highway
Werribee Victoria 3030
For more information on getting here, visit Outpatient Clinics or find out more about Werribee Mercy Hospital.
Opening hours
The Paediatric Review Clinic runs on:
- Monday, 9am–4:30pm
- Tuesday, 1–4pm
- Thursday, 1–4pm
- Friday, 9am–4:30pm.
Your appointment
What to do before
Information about your outpatient clinic appointment is included in the Outpatient access page along with details on how to find us.
What to bring
- a blanket to wrap your baby
- your child’s green book which records all his/her measurements.
What to expect on the day
You may see a nurse for your baby to be weighed before you see the doctor.
More information
Team Composition
During your experience you may be supported by:
- a nurse
- a peadiatrician
Additional support
A letter will be sent to your GP to inform them of the outcome of the appointment.
For health professionals
The Paediatric Clinic is open to GP referrals for general medical issues. Unfortunately we are unable to accept developmental/behavioural referrals, but hope to develop this service in the future.
Procedural information
No procedures are undertaken in the paediatric clinic.
What/when you should refer to us
Babies born at Werribee Mercy Hospital, who have had an admission to the special care nursery.
What/when you should not refer to us
Do not refer:
- developmental/Behavioural issues
- mental Health issues
- surgical problems
Contacts
In case of emergency, call 000
Outpatient Clinics - Antenatal
- Phone numbers:
Outpatient Clinics - Antenatal
03 8754 3390 - Phone number: 03 8754 6710
- Website: Antenatal clinics
- About:
Call this number for:
· Appointment questions
· Referral questions
· You want to speak to a midwife about your appointment
· You want to change your appointment
· You want to tell us you no longer need your appointment
DO NOT call this number if you are worried about your baby, have pain or are bleeding. Call Maternity services also listed on this page.
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