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Your child's medical team

During your child’s stay, a highly trained team of nursing specialists will take care of your child alongside your consultant in our Skyline children's ward.

They will provide first-rate medical care in a calm, comfortable environment and answer any questions you may have.

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Your child's consultant

Your child’s consultant will lead their treatment and he or she will tell hospital staff about any tests or treatment needed.

If your child has any tests done, the consultant will discuss the results with you.

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Your child's medical team

As well as your consultant, your child's medical team may also include:

  • Clinical nurse specialists (CNS) – who are dedicated to a particular area of nursing.
  • Registered nurses – who are specially trained to care for children and young people.
  • Therapists – including physiotherapists, occupational therapists, dietitians, and speech and language therapists.
  • Play specialists – who support both you and your child during your time in hospital.
  • Radiographers – who conduct imaging diagnostics, such as X-rays and MRI scans.
  • Student nurses – who may help to care for your child under the direct supervision of senior staff.
  • Healthcare assistants – who support the nursing team.
  • Clinical fellows – 24-hour medical cover is provided by our in-house clinical fellows, who will liaise with your child’s consultant as needed.
  • Paediatric intensivist
  • Physiologists

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