A private paediatric consultation provides time and space to explore concerns about your child’s health, development or wellbeing. Parents often seek a general paediatric assessment when something does not feel quite right, for new or ongoing symptoms, or when they would value reassurance and clear guidance from a Consultant Paediatrician in London.
Dr Emanuela Manea offers thoughtful, unhurried consultations focused on listening carefully, understanding the full picture and explaining findings in clear, accessible language. These appointments are suitable for a wide range of concerns and often serve as the starting point for more specific services, including Growth, Puberty & Hormonal Concerns, Behavioural and Developmental Concerns, Feeding and Sleeping Issues, Acute Childhood Illness, Gastrointestinal Issues, Renal & Urinary Concerns and support with recurrent infections.
A general paediatric assessment focuses on your child’s overall health and development rather than a single symptom. Each appointment is tailored to the reason for attendance, whether for a routine review, acute illness or ongoing concern. Consultations begin with a detailed discussion about your child’s symptoms, growth, development and behaviour, as well as their past medical history and relevant family history. Parents are encouraged to raise all questions and concerns, including how symptoms may be affecting daily life.
A full physical examination is performed including assessment of vital signs and a head-to-toe review. Hearing, vision and other age-specific checks may be included where clinically appropriate. Growth measurements are recorded where appropriate and plotted on standard growth charts. Developmental progress is reviewed in an age-appropriate way. Preventive health and wellbeing are also discussed. This may include advice on nutrition, sleep, safety and healthy routines. Where screening tools are useful, these are considered carefully and explained clearly.
Assessment may be helpful if your child:
The consultation is structured yet flexible. Dr Manea takes time to understand the context of your child’s symptoms and their impact on family life. Examination is performed gently and respectfully, taking account of the child’s age and comfort. Where investigations are clinically indicated, these are discussed carefully, including their purpose and limitations. Tests are recommended only when appropriate. If further expertise is required, this may involve a specialist assessment or referral.
Appointments are available in clinic in London and, where appropriate, via an online appointment. Online consultations can be helpful for advice and follow-up when physical examination is not essential.
Paediatric consultations do not provide emergency care. In a life-threatening emergency, call 999. For urgent advice, call 111 or attend your nearest Urgent Care Centre or Emergency Department.
Each consultation concludes with a clear and agreed plan. This may include reassurance, practical advice, monitoring over time, recommended investigations and treatment, follow-up appointments or referral to other services where necessary.
Having a named private paediatrician in London supports continuity of care, allowing families to build a trusted relationship over time rather than receiving one-off advice.
