Complete Healthcare for Your Little Ones
The Department of Paediatrics at Annammal Hospital, Kuzhithurai provides comprehensive medical care for newborns, infants, children, and adolescents.
Our paediatric team focuses on the healthy growth and development of every child, while providing timely diagnosis, treatment, preventive care, and guidance for parents and families.
Complete Care for Growing Children
From newborn care and vaccinations to childhood illnesses, growth monitoring and adolescent healthcare, we support children's health through every stage of development.
Newborn & Infant Care
Medical care and health monitoring for newborns and infants.
Child Health Check-ups
Regular health assessments to support healthy childhood.
Growth Monitoring
Monitoring physical growth and developmental milestones.
Vaccination
Guidance regarding age-appropriate immunization schedules.
Childhood Infections
Assessment and treatment of common childhood infections.
Respiratory Care
Care for cough, wheezing, asthma and respiratory illnesses.
Nutrition
Nutritional assessment and age-appropriate dietary guidance.
Adolescent Healthcare
Age-appropriate healthcare and guidance for adolescents.
A Healthy Start for Every Child
The early stages of life require careful monitoring and appropriate medical guidance. Our team provides care for newborns and infants while supporting parents through important early milestones.
- Newborn health assessment
- Feeding and breastfeeding guidance
- Growth monitoring
- Developmental assessment
- Immunization guidance
- Common newborn and infant illnesses
- Parent counselling
Growth & Development
Every child grows at their own pace, but regular monitoring helps identify concerns early.
- Height and weight
- Growth patterns
- Physical development
- Developmental milestones
- Nutrition
- Behaviour and age-appropriate development
Vaccination & Immunization
Vaccination is an important part of preventive healthcare. Our team provides guidance regarding age-appropriate immunization, vaccination schedules, and catch-up vaccination when required.
Care for Common Childhood Health Problems
Fever & Infections
Assessment and treatment of common childhood infections and persistent or recurrent fever.
Respiratory Conditions
Care for cough, cold, wheezing, asthma, bronchitis and other respiratory illnesses.
Digestive Problems
Evaluation of vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, constipation and gastrointestinal concerns.
Allergies
Assessment and management of common childhood allergies and allergic conditions.
Nutritional Problems
Assessment of nutritional status, poor weight gain, obesity, vitamin deficiencies and dietary concerns.
Skin Conditions
Evaluation of common childhood rashes, infections and other skin problems.
Supporting Healthy Growth Into Adolescence
Adolescence is an important period of physical, emotional, and developmental change. Our team provides age-appropriate guidance and medical care.
- Growth and puberty
- Nutrition
- Weight management
- Menstrual health
- Skin concerns
- General health
- Lifestyle and healthy habits
Emergency Paediatric Care
Children can sometimes develop symptoms suddenly and may require prompt medical attention. Our team provides assessment and initial management for paediatric emergencies.
Prevention Today for a Healthier Tomorrow
Regular health visits can help identify health and developmental concerns early and support healthy growth.
Growth Monitoring
Regular assessment of height, weight and development.
Immunization
Guidance on recommended childhood vaccinations.
Nutrition
Age-appropriate dietary and nutritional advice.
Developmental Screening
Monitoring milestones and identifying concerns early.
Parent Guidance
Practical advice on nutrition, hygiene, sleep, safety and healthy development.
Child-Friendly Care with a Family-Centred Approach
Child-Friendly Care
A comfortable and reassuring environment designed around children's needs.
Comprehensive Paediatric Services
Healthcare from newborn and infancy through childhood and adolescence.
Growth & Development Monitoring
Regular assessment to support healthy physical and developmental progress.
Preventive Healthcare
Vaccination, nutrition, health screening and parent education.
Prompt Medical Care
Timely evaluation and treatment for common childhood illnesses and emergencies.
Family-Centred Approach
We work closely with parents and caregivers to understand concerns and provide appropriate guidance.
When Should You Consult a Paediatrician?
Consider consulting a paediatrician when you have concerns regarding your child's health, growth, development or recurring symptoms.
Caring for Children. Supporting Families.
At Annammal Hospital, Kuzhithurai, we are committed to providing compassionate, comprehensive, and age-appropriate healthcare for children from newborn to adolescence.