Book children’s health appointments in Kotara for babies, children and teenagers at Smith Street Medical Centre. Our GPs support families with common childhood illness, fevers, asthma, skin concerns, growth and development checks, nutrition advice, behavioural concerns, immunisations, school-entry health checks and referrals when needed.
A safe space to talk
In-clinic children’s GP appointment
1A Kullaiba Rd, Kotara NSW 2289
Fevers, asthma, skin concerns, development and checks
Online or by phone
When your child is unwell, it helps to speak with a GP who can provide calm advice, clear next steps and ongoing support. At Smith Street Medical Centre, Kotara, our GPs care for children from infancy through to the teenage years, supporting families with everyday health concerns and routine checks.
Children’s health appointments may help with common colds, flu-like symptoms, infections, fevers, asthma, skin conditions, growth and development concerns, nutrition advice, behavioural concerns, immunisations, school-entry health checks and referrals to paediatricians or children’s specialist doctors when required.
Parents looking for a children’s doctor in Kotara, a pediatric GP in Kotara, or a child health clinic in Kotara can book with our local clinic for practical, family-focused GP care.
Our Kotara clinic team, including Dr Christina Connor and Dr Praneetha Konka, is available for this service. For details on our other locations, visit the Smith Street Medical Centre homepage.
GP support for common coughs, colds and flu-like illness.
Assessment for fevers, infections and unwell children.
Help with asthma symptoms, reviews and ongoing care.
Advice for rashes, eczema, irritation and other skin concerns.
Discuss your child’s growth, milestones and development questions.
Support for eating concerns, feeding questions and healthy growth.
Talk through behaviour, sleep, school or emotional concerns.
General check-ups for babies, children and teenagers.
Referral support when specialist children’s care is needed.
You may book a children’s health appointment at our Kotara clinic if:
Important: Online information does not replace medical advice from a GP. If your child has severe symptoms, breathing difficulty, dehydration, a serious injury, or you are very concerned, seek urgent medical help. For urgent or emergency medical attention, call 000.
A short guide to help you choose the right appointment type for your concern.
Most children’s health concerns are best assessed in clinic, especially when a physical examination may be needed.
Some follow-up questions, simple advice or review discussions may be suitable by telehealth where clinically appropriate.
Talk through your child’s symptoms, health history, development, behaviour or parent concerns.
Review relevant details such as medications, allergies, immunisations, school concerns or previous reports.
Your GP may examine your child, check symptoms or discuss growth and development where appropriate.
Receive advice, a care plan, prescription, certificate, referral or follow-up guidance if needed.
Book follow-up care if your child needs review, ongoing support or specialist referral.
Our Kotara clinic is conveniently located on Kullaiba Rd and serves families from across Newcastle and Lake Macquarie. Many parents visit Smith Street Medical Centre in Kotara for children’s health checks, common illness, asthma support, skin concerns, development questions, immunisations and school-entry checks.
Smith Street Medical Centre is a mixed billing clinic. Children’s Health appointment fees can vary depending on appointment type, length, Medicare eligibility, consultation needs and clinic policy. Bulk billing may be available for eligible patients, including children, Pension Card holders and Concession Card holders. Please view the fee schedule or contact reception before booking if you have questions about appointment costs.
Smith Street Medical Centre, Charlestown, is located at 1A Kullaiba Rd, Kotara NSW 2289. Patients can use the map for directions or call reception for help choosing the right appointment type.
Yes. Smith Street Medical Centre Kotara offers children’s health appointments for babies, children and teenagers.
A GP can help with common colds, fevers, infections, asthma, skin concerns, growth, development, nutrition, behaviour and routine check-ups.
Yes. You can book a children’s health appointment for fevers, infections and common illness. If symptoms are severe or urgent, call 000.
Yes. Children’s GP care can include immunisation and vaccination support where clinically appropriate.
Yes. Parents can book to discuss development, nutrition, behaviour, sleep, school concerns or emotional wellbeing.
Yes. Families can book school-entry health checks and routine children’s health appointments at the Kotara clinic.
Some simple follow-up questions may be suitable for telehealth for eligible existing patients, but many children’s concerns need in-clinic assessment.
Yes. Smith Street Medical Centre is a mixed billing clinic. Fees may vary depending on eligibility, appointment type and consultation length.
You can book online or call Smith Street Medical Centre Kotara on (02) 4943 3066.
Children’s health appointments are not for emergencies. For urgent or emergency medical attention, call 000.
Supportive GP care for babies, children and teenagers.
Clear advice so parents understand what to do next.
Continuity of care as your child grows and health needs change.
Book children’s health support at Smith Street Medical Centre, Kotara.
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If your child is unwell, due for a routine check, or needs support with asthma, skin concerns, growth, development, behaviour, immunisations or referral needs, our Kotara clinic can help.
