Merita Health - Comprehensive Healthcare & Medical Tourism Services in Uganda

About Our Pediatric Services

Merita Health's pediatric department offers comprehensive healthcare for children from birth through adolescence, including immunizations, growth monitoring, nutritional guidance, and illness management. Our child-friendly environment and experienced pediatric team ensure the best care for your child's health and development.

Comprehensive Pediatric Care

Well-Child Visits: Regular check-ups for growth and development
Immunizations: Complete vaccination schedule
Sick Child Care: Treatment of childhood illnesses
Developmental Screening: Monitoring milestones
Nutritional Counseling: Healthy eating for children
Adolescent Health: Care for teenagers

Recommended Well-Child Visit Schedule

Age	Key Focus Areas	Vaccinations Typically Given
Newborn	Feeding, jaundice, newborn screening	Hepatitis B
2 months	Growth, development, feeding	DTaP, Hib, Polio, Pneumococcal, Rotavirus
6 months	Solid foods, development, safety	Same as 4 months + possibly flu
12 months	Walking, talking, nutrition	MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis A
2-3 years	Language, behavior, toilet training	Catch-up if needed
4-6 years	School readiness, vision, hearing	DTaP, Polio, MMR, Varicella
7-18 years	Annual check-ups, sports physicals	HPV, Tdap, Meningococcal, Annual flu

Common Childhood Conditions We Treat

Upper respiratory infections (colds, flu)
Ear infections (otitis media)
Strep throat and tonsillitis
Asthma and allergies
Skin conditions (eczema, rashes)
Gastrointestinal issues
Childhood injuries
Behavioral and developmental concerns

Our Approach to Pediatric Care

Family-centered care involving parents in decisions
Preventive focus with regular check-ups
Developmental monitoring and early intervention
Comprehensive immunization services
Nutritional guidance for healthy growth
Behavioral health support
School and sports physicals
Emergency care for sick children

Benefits of Regular Pediatric Care

Early detection of developmental delays
Prevention of serious illnesses through vaccination
Optimal growth and development monitoring
Establishment of medical home for continuity
Parent education and support
Timely treatment of childhood illnesses
Preparation for school and activities

Service Details

Duration: 30-45 minutes per visit
Preparation: Bring immunization records
Frequency: As per age schedule
Emergency: Same-day sick visits
Cost: Child health packages available

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Comprehensive healthcare for your child's needs.

Book Pediatric Appointment Call: +256 787 846806

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Quick Facts

✓ Experienced pediatricians
✓ Child-friendly environment
✓ Complete vaccination services
✓ Developmental screening
✓ Emergency sick visits

Frequently Asked Questions

The first pediatric visit should occur within the first week after birth, typically 3-5 days old. This visit checks for jaundice, ensures proper feeding and weight gain, and addresses any newborn concerns. If your baby was discharged within 24 hours of birth, the first visit should be within 48 hours of discharge.

Children need vaccines at: Birth (Hepatitis B), 2, 4, and 6 months (DTaP, Hib, Polio, Pneumococcal, Rotavirus), 12-15 months (MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis A), 4-6 years (DTaP, Polio, MMR, Varicella), 11-12 years (HPV, Tdap, Meningococcal). Annual flu vaccine is recommended for all children 6 months and older. We follow the CDC recommended schedule.

Key milestones: By 6 months - rolling over, babbling; By 12 months - standing with support, saying simple words; By 18 months - walking independently, saying 10+ words; By 2 years - running, combining words; By 3 years - climbing, speaking in sentences; By 4 years - hopping, telling stories. We use standardized screening tools at well-child visits to monitor development.

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