Paediatrician Consultations
HealthSync Care provides seamless access to paediatric care, psychology services in Bella Vista, Norwest, Castle Hill, and Baulkham Hills, along with family guidance, all under one roof.
Whether you’re looking for a cognitive assessment in the Hills District that families can rely on, or trying to understand the signs of ADHD in kids, our caring team works together to understand your child’s needs and create a clear path towards emotional and developmental growth.
Family-Focused, Collaborative Approach
Personalised, Evidence-Based Care
Streamlined Access to Assessments and Therapy
Dedicated and Compassionate Team
Dr. Hema Ahuja
General Paediatrician
Meet Our Paediatrician
Dr. Hema Ahuja
Dr. Hema Ahuja is a skilled General Paediatrician with a special interest in community paediatrics and child development.
With fellowship training at The Children’s Hospital at Westmead and experience at Liverpool Hospital, Goulburn Base Hospital, and The Canberra Hospital, she has experience across General Paediatrics, Paediatric Emergency, and Developmental Paediatrics.
Currently practising at HealthSync Care and serving as a Visiting Medical Officer (VMO) at The Children’s Hospital at Westmead, Dr. Ahuja is dedicated to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care to children and families.
Why HealthSync Care
Why Families Choose HealthSync Care
When your child needs support, choosing the right paediatric team matters. Here’s why families across Sydney choose HealthSync Care.
Care Under One Roof
Paediatricians, Psychologists and Occupational Therapists work together in one place. Your child can move smoothly from assessment to ongoing support, without you coordinating between multiple clinics or repeating your story.
Personalised, Evidence-Based Care
Every child’s developmental journey is different. We take the time to listen, observe and carry out targeted assessments, then build a care plan grounded in evidence-based support and shaped around your child.
A Clear Path Forward
After each appointment with Dr Hema, you receive a detailed reporting letter for your child’s referring GP, including practical next steps and any referrals needed. With your consent, we can also coordinate with your child’s school, so everyone supporting your child stays informed and aligned.
Tailored Support for Your Child’s
Development
Every child’s developmental journey is unique, and our paediatric consultations are designed to reflect that individuality. We take the time to listen to your concerns, observe your child, and conduct targeted assessments that align with your child’s specific needs.
Following the consultation, we provide a detailed reporting letter to your referring doctor which includes necessary next steps and referrals to specialists if needed.
Holistic Approach
Multidisciplinary Team
Streamlined service
Get In Touch
We are here to support your child’s development and help your family navigate every step of the journey. Whether you have questions, need more information about our services, or want to schedule a consultation, we are always here to provide the guidance and care your child needs.
- Mon - Fri: 9am - 5pm
Directions to get to us
HealthSync Care is conveniently located to serve families across Sydney, with easy access by car or public transport.
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Call Us (02) 8378 5704Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Paediatrician?
A paediatrician is a medical doctor who has completed advanced training in the care of infants, children, and adolescents. Paediatricians assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of medical and developmental concerns, including common childhood illnesses, minor injuries, routine health check-ups, and developmental or behavioural concerns.
What is the role of the Paediatrician?
A paediatrician provides medical care that supports the growth, development, and health of infants, children, and adolescents.
Their role may include:
- Monitoring growth and development
- Preventative care, including routine health check-ups, and guidance on nutrition, sleep, and safety
- Diagnosing and managing short-term and long-term medical conditions
- Supporting the management of behavioural and emotional concerns
- Providing advice to parents and caregivers about their child’s health and development
Paediatricians work with families to support a child’s overall health through their developmental stages.
What can a Paediatrician help with?
Paediatricians are trained in the medical, developmental and behavioural health of children and adolescents.
They can assist with:
- General health and development
- Chronic conditions such as asthma, diabetes, eczema, epilepsy, and allergies
- Behavioural and emotional concerns
- Medical care following injuries or accidents
- Puberty and adolescent health
- Feeding, sleep and growth concerns
Paediatricians work collaboratively with families and other health professionals to support a child’s health and wellbeing.
Why would a child be referred to a Paediatrician?
A child may be referred to a paediatrician by a general practitioner (GP) for further assessment, specialist input, or ongoing management. Common reasons why a child may be referred to a paediatrician include:
- Concerns about a child’s growth or development
- Chronic or recurring medical conditions
- Feeding, nutritional or digestive issues where a child is struggling with feeding, poor weight gain, and/or food allergies
- Behavioural or emotional concerns affecting home or school
- Unexplained symptoms such as frequent fevers, fatigue, pain, or abnormal test results that require further analysis
- Assessment of neurodevelopmental differences Autism, ADHD, and cognitive challenges
What’s the difference between a Paediatrician and a doctor?
A paediatrician is a type of medical doctor who has completed additional training to specialise in the care of infants, children, and adolescents.
A General Practitioner (GPs) provides healthcare for people of all ages, while paediatricians focus specifically on children’s medical, developmental, and behavioural health needs.
Can a Paediatrician diagnose ADHD?
Paediatricians can assess, diagnose and manage ADHD in children and adolescents, including prescribing medication where clinically appropriate.
At HealthSync Care, we use a collaborative paediatric and psychology model. Our paediatricians can undertake ADHD assessments themselves; however, where appropriate, standardised assessments such as Conners may be completed by our psychology team. This allows the paediatrician to focus on the broader clinical picture, diagnosis, treatment planning and ongoing medical management.
In some cases, the paediatrician may determine that a separate psychology assessment is not required and may use other recognised tools, such as Vanderbilt scales, as part of their assessment.
The paediatrician reviews all relevant clinical information and assessment findings before confirming any diagnosis and developing an individual management plan, which may include behavioural strategies, school supports, therapy and medication where appropriate.
Meet Our Psychologist
David is an experienced paediatric psychologist with over 10 years of experience. He has training in administering several standardised assessments and providing therapy to young individuals.
What is your job?
50-minute consult with your psychologist to put together a personalised assessment plan. We recommend you leave your child at home so we can speak freely.
What is your favourite part of working with children and families
A 2-hour interview to talk about your child’s development. Because of the topics discussed, we recommend you leave your child at home.
If you could have any superpower to help with your job, what wuld it be?
A 60-minute observation assessment with your child with activities and games.
What’s one thing you what to say to parents, cares or families we provide support to?
A 50-minute feedback session after your assessment. You’ll receive a comprehensive report in this session.
David
Team Lead Psychologist
