3 Best Paediatricians in Melbourne

“Dr Paul Joffe completed his RACP Paediatric Specialist training at The Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne. Before his medical training, he earned a Bachelor of Science, a Bachelor of Medical Science, and a Bachelor of Arts in Literature. Dr Joffe provides supervision and mentoring for trainee specialists through the Royal Australasian College of Physicians. Dr Joffe has over 16 years of experience working with high-risk individuals in correctional and juvenile justice systems. He is a published author of scientific papers on prescribing paediatric medications and exploring alternative treatments for children. He serves as an expert reviewer and author for Australia's Raising Children Network, focusing on sleep disorders and general child development. Dr Joffe is a developmental-behavioural and general paediatrician practising at Hub Clinic, which specialises in behavioural and developmental issues for children and adolescents.”

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“Dr Luke Sammartino is the owner and consultant paediatrician at Northern Paediatric Clinic in Melbourne, VIC. He earned his bachelor's degree from Flinders University and later became a fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians. Dr Sammartino has over 21 years of experience in Melbourne and has helped deliver more than 3,500 babies. He also has a Doctorate of Medicine focused on paediatric acute bronchiolitis, a common chest illness in children. Dr Sammartino cares deeply about children's health. He offers a range of services for infants and young children, including immunisations, allergy testing, and assessments of development and behaviour. He has shared his knowledge as a doctor and a parent in his book, "Dr Luke's Baby Guide." This guide helps new parents with practical advice and tips. It includes real case studies and features Dr Sammartino's unique sense of humour.”

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“Dr Shahriyar Khosrowpanah, also known as Panah, is a qualified general paediatrician with over 35 years of experience in the Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences in Iran in 1979. Dr Khosrowpanah cares for children from birth to adolescence. His inpatient work involves treating children with various acute paediatric issues referred by general practitioners, as well as those admitted through consulting rooms and emergency departments. He has a particular interest in diagnosing and managing conditions related to newborns, emergency paediatrics, infectious diseases, and growth and development. Dr Khosrowpanah is registered with all major health insurance companies in Australia.”

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