The Ethekwini Hospital And Heart Centre’s Paediatric Unit
The Paediatric Unit of our hospital provides specialised care for children, ensuring their physical, emotional and developmental needs are met in a nurturing environment. Our multidisciplinary team includes a wide array of specialists, each focused on a specific area of paediatric healthcare.

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+27 31 581 2400
Our General Paediatrics team provides comprehensive care for children of all ages, managing common illnesses, growth concerns, and overall well-being.
We are based at an award winning
hospital in South Africa

Opening Hours
Monday – Friday
24 HRS
Saturday – Sunday
24 HRS
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The Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre’s Paediatric Unit
The Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre’s Paediatric Unit offers our patients a unique, multidisciplinary approach. This ensures a deep understanding of children’s unique medical needs, and a commitment to treating not just illnesses, but fostering a child’s overall well-being and development.
- Holistic, Multidisciplinary Care
- Child-Centric Approach
- Expertise in Rare and Complex Conditions
- Advanced Technology and Treatment Options
- 2x General Paediatric Wards
- Family-Centered Care
- Collaboration for Long-Term Health
- Focus on Growth and Development
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
- Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
- Pediatric Critical Care Unit

HERE'S A GLIMPSE OF WHAT WE OFFER
About Us
The Paediatric Unit of our hospital provides specialised care for children, ensuring their physical, emotional, and developmental needs are met in a nurturing environment. Our multidisciplinary team includes a wide array of specialists, each focused on a specific area of paediatric healthcare. Below are the core specialties available within our unit:
WHAT WE OFFER
Care Plan
TREATMENT OPTION
The Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre’s Paediatric Unit offers comprehensive and specialised treatments across a broad range of medical fields, addressing both common childhood conditions and complex, rare disorders. With a multidisciplinary approach, treatments are tailored to meet the specific physical, developmental, and emotional needs of children, ensuring the highest standard of care.
NEW EXPERIENCE
Visiting our paediatric unit can be a new experience for both children and their families. Here’s some of the things you may expect to experience when you arrive:
- Child-Friendly Environment
- Welcoming Reception
- Initial Assessment
- Meeting the Specialist