School of Medicine
Department of Paediatrics & Child Health
WELCOME TO THE DEPARTMENT
Welcome to the Paediatrics & Child Health Department at the University of Limpopo, where excellence in medical education meets dedicated child healthcare.
Dr Chris Sutton
Head of Department
chris.sutton@ul.ac.za
Our department is committed to training the next generation of paediatricians, combining rigorous academic coursework with hands-on clinical experience. Here, you will find a nurturing and dynamic learning environment, guided by esteemed academics who are leaders in paediatric medicine. We offer robust research support led by expert staff and supervisors, covering a vast array of topics, including niche areas of paediatric healthcare.
Career Opportunities in Paediatrics & Child Health
Graduates of our Paediatrics & Child Health Programme are equipped with the skills and knowledge to pursue various rewarding career paths in the medical field. Here are some potential career opportunities:
- General Paediatrician: Provide comprehensive medical care for infants, children, and adolescents, addressing a wide range of health issues, from preventive care to the treatment of acute and chronic illnesses.
- Neonatologist: Specialise in the care of newborns, particularly those who are premature or have complex medical conditions requiring intensive care.
- Paediatric Cardiologist: Diagnose and treat heart conditions in children, offering both medical management and interventional procedures.
- Paediatric Endocrinologist: Focus on hormonal and metabolic disorders in children, such as diabetes, growth issues, and thyroid conditions.
- Paediatric Oncologist: Provide care for children with cancer, offering both medical treatments and supportive care.
- Paediatric Neurologist: Diagnose and treat neurological disorders in children, including epilepsy, developmental disorders, and neuromuscular diseases.
- Paediatric Gastroenterologist: Address digestive system disorders in children, including issues like inflammatory bowel disease and celiac disease.
- Paediatric Infectious Disease Specialist: Manage and treat infectious diseases in children, providing expertise in complex and rare infections.
- Paediatric Pulmonologist: Treat respiratory conditions in children, such as asthma, cystic fibrosis, and chronic lung disease.
- Paediatric Surgeon: Perform surgical procedures on infants, children, and adolescents to treat various medical conditions.
- Developmental-Behavioural Paediatrician: Address developmental and behavioural issues in children, offering diagnosis, treatment, and support for conditions like ADHD and autism.