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Paediatric care at the Portland Hospital
Private paediatric services
- The only private hospital in the UK dedicated to treating women and children
- The only private maternity unit in London with on-site neonatal intensive care unit (NICU)
- More than 40,000 babies, children and young people cared for every year
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Paediatric care at The Portland Hospital
Why choose us?
From everyday concerns to complex conditions, we’re here for you, your child, and the rest of your family, with a timely diagnosis, a fast track to expert care, and treatment in a state-of-the-art hospital.
No two children are the same, and every child at The Portland Hospital receives fully personalised care and support. With 300+ nursing specialists and clinical professionals working alongside leading consultants, your child will have an entire team of experts dedicated to giving them the treatment they need, based on their unique needs.
Our patients’ care and safety are our top priorities. And our clinical infrastructure, which includes paediatric and neonatal intensive care units (NICU), means we are able to care for patients no matter how complex their needs.
- Fast access to state-of-the-art treatment and ongoing support
- Urgent Care Centre for any child from newborn to 17-year-olds*
- Comfortable en-suite rooms, with space for a parent or carer to stay 24/7
No.1
The only UK private hospital dedicated to treating women and children
40,000+
babies, children and young people cared for every year
9
level 3 paediatric intensive care beds for the highest level of care
Next day appointments
Access to a consultant within 24 hours.*
State-of-the-art diagnostics
With results in as little as 48 hours.*
Specialist treatment for complex conditions
Our complete breadth of expertise, focused on your child.
Paediatric services
Dedicated support for you and your child
Our paediatric consultants are leaders in their field, specialising in everything from common complaints to complex conditions.
Allergies
Our department carries out a variety of tests to see how best to support your child with allergies and provide the necessary treatments
Cardiac
Our expert paediatric cardiac team have helped thousands of children and infants with life-changing procedures to treat a wide range of heart conditions.
Dermatology
Skin conditions are common, uncomfortable, and can affect a child’s confidence. We can help with a fast diagnosis and quick and effective treatment.
ENT
Ear, nose and throat issues are common in babies and children. Although they’re often as simple as a blocked nose or sore throat, these symptoms may need further investigations.
Gastroenterology
Paediatric gastroenterology, expert advice and specialist treatments to help your child manage a wide range of gastrointestinal (GI) disorders.
Neurology
For neurodiverse conditions such as autism or ADHD, we offer a pathway to a quick and official diagnosis that can open up access to support and improved understanding.
Orthopaedics
Specialist orthopaedic care for children at The Portland Hospital. Fast access to expert consultants, diagnostics and surgery for injuries and complex conditions.
Paediatric therapies
The paediatric therapies department at The Portland Hospital is made up of a comprehensive team of specialists who help children with any and all challenges that impact their ability to engage and participate in everyday life – whether developmental delays, physical or sensory challenges or feeding difficulties. Our therapy department provides comprehensive support services, including occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech and language therapy, dietetics and psychology.
Neonatal unit
If your baby needs additional support after birth, our Neonatal Unit provides expert care in a safe, closely monitored environment.
Paediatric intensive care
Our onsite unit is designed for children and teenagers who are critically ill, seriously injured or recovering from complex surgery.
Urgent care centre
For conditions that can’t wait, our seven-day-a-week Urgent Care Centre is here for all children, from newborn to 17 years of age.
Our locations
When your child needs treatment or urgent care, they can be seen by our specialists at The Portland Hospital, London, the UK's only private hospital dedicated to treating women and children.
Urgent Care Centre for Children
234 Great Portland Street W1W 5QT London
The Portland Hospital
205-209 Great Portland Street W1W 5AH London
YOUR CHILD’S TREATMENT WITH HCA UK
What to expect
Our skilled, experienced paediatric consultants and dedicated teams treat children, infants and young people for a very wide range of conditions, illnesses and injuries. However old your child is, whatever their condition, we’re devoted to ensuring that your child feels safe, informed and cared for at every stage.
The specific treatment your child receives will depend on their individual condition, but this will give you an idea of what to expect from the process.
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Referral
The process will usually begin with a referral from a GP – your own GP or one from HCA UK – to one of our dedicated paediatric consultants. You can also refer your child yourself, by calling our paediatric line on 020 7390 8020. We can usually arrange an appointment within 24 hours.
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Initial assessment
Your consultant will ask you and/or your child about their symptoms, their medical history, your wider family medical history, and give you time to share your questions and concerns. They will usually carry out a thorough physical examination too. Depending on their findings and your child’s condition, they may arrange for further tests and scans, input from a wider multi-disciplinary team, medication or a course of treatment.
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Treatment
Your child’s treatment will depend entirely on the specifics of their condition and could range from lifestyle changes or medication through to complex surgery. Whatever the circumstances, our expert paediatric consultants and caring, dedicated teams will look after them with kindness, reassurance and clarity. Your consultant will talk through every aspect of your child’s treatment with you both and keep you informed at every stage.
Accessing private healthcare
Self-pay
You don’t need health insurance for your child to be seen quickly. If you’re looking for a diagnosis or treatment and don’t want to wait, all of our private healthcare services – from private GP appointments through to surgery and aftercare – can be paid for as and when you need them.
And we’ll give you a clear and transparent quote from the start, outlining exactly what’s included in your self-pay package.
Providing a positive experience
Your child’s stay with us
When your child needs to spend time in hospital, it can be a difficult, and often emotional, time for the whole family. They need to feel safe and secure, and you need to know they’re getting the highest quality care and treatment.
At The Portland Hospital, we’re dedicated to providing expert care in a warm and welcoming environment designed to reduce any anxiety for you and your child, to support their recovery.
That means a dedicated team of paediatric experts, including leading consultants, clinical nurse specialists, as well as support staff, all there for your child at all times, so they get the help they need, when they need it.
Play, pet and music therapy
Our dedicated play specialists will help build your child's confidence. Find out more about the work they do, and how they keep their patients in good spirits here.
Educational specialists
Specially designed menus
State-of-the-art treatment
Comfortable rooms
Take a tour of The Portland Hospital
Take a whistle-stop tour of The Portland Hospital with Abigail and Hannah as they embark on a treasure hunt that sees them visit the different departments to see exactly what they offer.
Paediatric care FAQs
Paediatricians specialise in diagnosing, treating and managing a wide range of medical conditions that specifically affect infants, children and young people. That can include everyday treatment such as vaccinations, regular checkups and monitoring growth and development, right up to more serious conditions such as congenital defects and hormonal problems, and issues that need urgent medical care.
A referral to a paediatrician would usually come from a GP or other medical professional, because of concerns about your child’s health that require specialist diagnosis, treatment and management. Our expert and experienced paediatricians are dedicated to providing first-rate care for you and your child, at every stage.
The usual age range for paediatric patients is from birth until 18 years old. However, for patients aged between 16-18, there can be some flexibility to allow them to be treated by adult specialists if that’s a better fit for their clinical needs or preferences.
Pick-up and drop-off options: Visitors can pick up and drop off patients at the main entrance. No parking is allowed as the driveway is for emergency vehicle access.
Local parking: There’s no on-site parking and street parking isn’t permitted on a single yellow line between Monday and Saturday, from 8.30am to 6.30pm. However, national and private car parks are available nearby. Please contact the admissions team if you need help to find a local car park near to the hospital.
Disabled parking: Westminster Council operates a small number of disabled parking bays near the hospital, available to Blue Badge holders for up to four hours. The nearest one is on the corner of Bolsover Street, next to Tesco Express.
At The Portland Hospital, we have open visiting. However, we recommend that visitors leave by 10pm. If your child’s staying overnight, this gives both parents and child the chance to settle for the night.
Should you wish to stay overnight with your child, you can (in fact, we actively encourage this). We can provide you with a bed for one parent.
Of course. You’re very welcome to go to the anaesthetic room, where you can stay until your child’s asleep. At that point, the nurse will accompany you back to your room.
Patient stories
Hallie's story
When six-year-old Hallie was admitted to The Portland Hospital in July, her parents were facing an anxious wait. What began as abdominal pain led to a query of appendicitis and, following surgery, concerns around possible sepsis.
Treating Helaina's heart rhythm disorder
Helaina from Northamptonshire was just 16 when she began experiencing unusual symptoms, including shortness of breath and heart palpitations, which rapidly worsened. She was otherwise fit, healthy and a huge lover of the great outdoors, leading to her family to grow concerned.
Jack's Spinal Scoliosis story
Jack’s mother Jaime noticed his shoulder blades were slightly uneven in March 2020, at the start of the UK COVID-19 lockdown. After being faced with a long wait for a referral, a chance recommendation led Jaime to turn to The Portland Hospital. Here Jaime shares their story and explain why this surgery was so important.
“My mum and I were overwhelmed with the level of care I received at The Portland Hospital and The Harley Street Clinic. We felt so safe and cared for.”