Getting to know the paediatrician

Banu Balaji, the host and an occupational Therapist and co host Claire Barrett , Senior Clinical Psychologist chat with Dr. Jay Venkatraman, a paediatrician with 15 years of experience in South Africa and Ireland. Jay specialized in malnutrition, neonatal care, and child and adolescent mental health, particularly eating disorders. She emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive approach to care, considering mental health and cognitive development.. Dr. Jay's practice involves thorough history-taking and investigations to understand symptoms and developmental impacts. She stresses the significance of a holistic view, considering a child's life before and after illness onset.

In this episode DrJay emphasizes the importance of a child-friendly environment for medical procedures, using sensory strategies and distraction techniques. Dr. Jay acknowledges the challenges parents face in accessing services and offers support and understanding. She encourages parents to view every interaction with their child as therapeutic, emphasizing the impact of love and care on a child's well-being. Dr. Jay highlights the therapeutic value of parental support and advises parents to focus on building a strong relationship with their child and  highlights the need for multidisciplinary  assessment and intervention for neurodevelopmental issues

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