Murdoch Baby and Paediatric Services Verified listing

Murdoch Baby and Paediatric Services is a trusted private neonatal and paediatric specialist practice located within St John of God Murdoch Hospital in Perth. We provide family-centred care for newborns, infants, children and adolescents up to 16 years of age — supporting families from birth through every stage of childhood.

Developmental & behavioural paediatrics

Our developmental and behavioural paediatricians provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and management for:

• ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
• Anxiety, depression and emotional regulation challenges
• Learning and developmental delays

We offer clear, evidence-based plans for parents seeking answers about their child’s development, learning or behaviour, with coordinated support across home, school and therapy settings.

FAQs

Wait times: approximately 6 months [updated 21 November 2025].

Cost: the cost of ADHD assessments are $1100.00 and Autism $1200 - $1500 (Dependent upon complexity).  This cost covers the initial consult only and takes one hour.    Review appointments thereafter within the first 12 month period are $350.00, with Medicare rebate.  Telehealths are $150.00.  The first telehealth after Medication start ups are bulk billed.

If patients are currently diagnosed and have evidence of diagnosis,  we are happy to take over the care and management of these patients.  The cost is usually approx. $700 - $850 for the initial consult depending on the complexity of the case, diagnosis and scripts required.

*subject to Medicare rebates

Exclusions: We do not assess high-risk patients who require ongoing case management, such as those with high levels of suicidal ideation and self-harm risk.

Booking process: GP referrals are required.

General paediatrics

Our general paediatricians manage all aspects of child health — from newborns to teens. Services include:

• Assessment and treatment for common childhood conditions
• Allergy assessments (skin-prick testing not available at this stage)
• Management of acute and chronic medical conditions such as asthma, infections, constipation and growth concerns

Newborn & infant paediatrics

As neonatal specialists, we care for premature and newborn babies requiring medical or surgical support. Our team provides:

• Feeding, settling and growth support
• Newborn checks and six-to-eight-week reviews
• Guidance for common concerns such as reflux, colic and feeding difficulties
• Antenatal counselling for congenital anomalies

We provide a 24/7 rostered service to the SJOG Murdoch maternity unit, attending deliveries and providing ongoing hospital care and follow-up for babies who require specialist attention.

Paediatric surgery

Our team includes two of the most senior and experienced paediatric surgeons in Western Australia, offering expert management of all paediatric surgical conditions in collaboration with your child’s medical team.

Our specialists

Our highly qualified consultants bring extensive experience across Australia’s leading children’s hospitals.

• Dr Farhat Hussain – Neonatal & General Paediatrician
• Dr Nancy Elsheikh - Paediatrician
• Dr Asifa Farhat – Neonatal & General Paediatrician
• Dr Susan Ying Shan Feng – Neonatal Paediatrician (Fluent in Mandarin and Cantonese)
• Dr Mohamed Shaik – Neonatal Paediatrician

Together, they provide coordinated, compassionate care that puts your family at the centre of every decision.