Dr Jill Orford Midland, Western Australia 6056

Dr Jill Orford is a highly qualified and experienced consultant paediatric surgeon located in Newcastle, NSW. With over two decades of experience, she specializes in providing surgical care for Australia's youngest and most vulnerable patients. Dr Jill is dedicated to offering the best possible advice and assistance for a wide range of paediatric and neonatal cases requiring surgery.

For the convenience of patients living in rural and interstate areas, as well as overseas, Dr Jill provides telemedicine consultations. This means that even if you are not located in Newcastle, you can still benefit from her expertise and guidance. She understands that when it comes to the health of your child, it is crucial to seek out a doctor who specializes in paediatric care.

Dr Jill Orford is not only a consultant paediatric surgeon but also serves as a consultant in both public and private hospitals. This means that she has a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare system and can provide the best possible care for your child. Her background and experience instill confidence in parents and guardians, knowing that their child is in capable hands.

It is important to note that paediatric surgeons, like Dr Jill, are distinct from paediatricians. While a paediatrician treats medical conditions in younger patients, a paediatric surgeon provides a more specialized form of care, specifically for surgical cases. If your child requires surgery, it is essential to find a paediatric surgeon with ample experience, like Dr Jill Orford.

Operating on young patients requires special training and expertise due to their small and delicate bodies. Dr Jill is well-versed in the unique challenges and considerations involved in paediatric surgery. She is available on a consulting basis for surgical paediatric cases in Newcastle and northern NSW.

Dr Jill offers a range of paediatric surgical services, including hepatobiliary surgery for very young children. This type of surgical treatment addresses diseases of the pancreas, liver, gallbladder, and bile ducts. Dr Jill is also qualified to perform minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery, a complex procedure that requires utmost care and attention when performed on young children.

If a birth defect is detected before your baby is born and requires surgical intervention, Dr Jill can provide antenatal counseling to guide you through the process. Her expertise and experience ensure that you and your child receive the best possible care from the earliest stages.

For parents considering circumcision for their child, Dr Jill conducts circumcisions for infants and older boys. However, it is important to note that circumcisions are only performed in a hospital setting as an operation. Dr Jill does not perform the "quick snip" on newborn babies. Parents can have peace of mind knowing that their child is under the care of a highly qualified paediatric surgeon.

Whether you are located in Newcastle or elsewhere, Dr Jill Orford is available to provide expert care for your child. She offers telehealth consultations for long-distance patients and is also available for legal consultations as a medicolegal expert.

To schedule an appointment or learn more about Medicare rebates for patients outside RA1 areas, please visit our website. Dr Jill Orford's practice is located at Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights, NSW 2305.