All aspects of paediatric gastro-intestinal/liver related conditions consultations are available. Please contact Perth Paediatrics Services to make an appointment and to find out more about our private consultation fee.

Paediatric gastroenterology Perth’s bowel management team includes paediatric surgeons, continence nurse specialist/physiotherapist, dietitian, and psychologist who offer comprehensive bowel management including care for complex children with anorectal malformation, medical resistant constipation and encopresis.

For regional and rural paediatric patients, our doctors provide video based consultation. Our friendly staff would be more than happy to assist and can be contacted at (08) 6162 1615 for further details.

Please note a valid referral from your GP or specialist is required.

A colonoscopy is a procedure to examine the inside of the colon (large intestine) with a flexible telescope. This is performed to investigate a range of symptoms, such as pain, diarrhea, bleeding or change in bowel habit. During the test, biopsies are taken that helps with diagnosis.

Please visit www.gikids.org to see an animated video or click here to watch endoscopy guide for children.

For more information:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1PrlgWWiJGc&sns=em

Paediatric gastroscopy/upper GI endoscopy procedure enables the gastroenterologist to examine the lining of the upper part of gastrointestinal tract, i.e. the esophagus (swallowing tube), stomach and duodenum (first portion of the small intestine) for any abnormalities.

During the test, biopsies are taken which are helpful for the diagnosis. Gastroenterologist can also measure certain digestive enzymes (disaccharides) and also identify certain infections like H Pylori.

Please visit www.gikids.org to see an animated video or click here to watch endoscopy guide for children.

Paediatric gastroscopy/upper GI endoscopy procedure enables the gastroenterologist to examine the lining of the upper part of gastrointestinal tract, i.e. the esophagus (swallowing tube), stomach and duodenum (first portion of the small intestine) for any abnormalities.

During the test, biopsies are taken which are helpful for the diagnosis. Gastroenterologist can also measure certain digestive enzymes (disaccharides) and also identify certain infections like H Pylori.

Please visit www.gikids.org to see an animated video or click here to watch endoscopy guide for children.