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Private paediatric care is not widely accessible in Lothian, but we are pleased to welcome Dr Nisha Narayanan, a highly experienced, double board-certified Consultant Paediatrician, now offering private appointments to families across Edinburgh and beyond.

Dr Narayanan brings extensive experience from New York City’s Weill Cornell Medical Centre, where she was an Assistant Professor of Clinical Paediatrics & Emergency Medicine, and is introducing an exciting new service at Edinburgh GP:

Well Child Health Checks with a Paediatrician – a proactive, preventive approach to children’s health that is well established overseas but rarely available in the UK.

Whether you’re seeking reassurance, expert guidance, or ongoing care, Dr Narayanan offers personalised support for children of all ages.

Services offered

  •  Well Child Health Checks

From birth to 18 years old which may include assessing growth and development, performing screening tests, mental health screening, addressing concerns, giving immunisations, a full physical exam, and giving parental guidance.  Find out more below.

  • Acute paediatric issues
  • Second opinions and complex case management
  •  Vaccinations and travel advice
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Dr Nisha Narayanan

Dr Nisha Narayanan MD, FAAP, FACEP

Double Board-Certified Paediatrician
GMC NUMBER: 810221

  • Assistant Professor at Weill Cornell Medicine, New York City
  • Special interest in Paediatric Emergency Medicine, Paediatric Cardiometabolic Health, Preventative Paediatrics
  • Committed to evidence-based, holistic, and personalised care
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Well Child Health Screening

The Consultation

A comprehensive, tailored health check for your child (from babies to adolescents), covering growth, development, physical health, emotional well-being, feeding, and parental concerns. Our expert paediatrician, Dr Nisha Narayanan, is here to support your child at every stage.  The consultation will take up to 90 minutes.

Who is this for

This service is ideal for parents who would like a detailed, health review for their child, especially if:

  • You want reassurance about your child’s growth, development or behaviour.
  • There are concerns about possible allergies, neurodiversity, or mental health.
  • Feeding, nutrition or weight gain or loss is difficult.
  • There are recurring or troublesome health issues.
  • You’d like vaccine-advice or catching up.
  • You want a chance to ask detailed questions and plan forward.

What’s included in a Well Child Health Check

Our well child check is tailored to your child’s age, stage and individual needs. Areas typically addressed:

  • Growth & Development – Assessing height, weight, head circumference (where relevant), motor skills, speech/language, social interaction.
  • Neurodiversity, Mental Health & Behaviour – Screening for signs of ADHD, autism spectrum, anxiety or other conditions; discussing behaviour, sleep, school and peer relationships.
  • Vaccines – Review immunisation history; catch-up plan where needed; discuss new/recommended vaccines.
  • Health Screening – General physical exam; screening for common conditions; assessing risk factors.
  • Feeding & Nutrition – Breastfeeding / bottle feeding / mixed feeding; weaning; dietary advice; concerns about weight (under or overweight).
  • Parental Concerns / Common Paediatric Conditions – Anything you’re worried about – we will discuss and examine issues which may include: abdominal pain; acute illness/infections; allergies; asthma; birth marks; colds; colic; coughs; constipation; diarrhoea; dry skin; eczema; feeding difficulties; gastrointestinal issues; nappy rashes; obesity; poor weight gain; rashes; recurrent respiratory infections; reflux; urinary tract infections; wheezing.

How it works

  • Book your consultation. We ask you to tell us in advance your child’s age and main concerns so we can prepare.  We will send you a health questionnaire in advance. 
  • The Consultation with our paediatrician will be at Edinburgh GP, in person (or virtual where appropriate).  The initial consultation will be up to 90 minutes and 60 minutes thereafter.
  • Assessment and discussion – We will review child’s medical history, perform physical exam, discuss behavioural, developmental, nutritional and emotional well-being.
  • Plan & follow-up – We will provide tailored advice; any referrals or investigations if needed; schedule any follow-ups you want.
  • Care summary – You will receive a written summary including recommendations and next steps.
Duration & Pricing
  • Full Well Child Health Check up to 90 minutes £600

(Includes pre-consultation history forms, full assessment, written summary. Additional tests or referrals may incur extra cost.)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Do I need to bring anything?
    Yes – immunisation records, any recent hospital/GP notes, growth charts if available, notes on feeding, diet, sleep and behaviour.
  • Is this suitable for newborns/infants?
    Absolutely. We will adapt to their age: newborn/infant checks focus more on feeding, weight gain, developmental milestones, skin issues for example.
  • What if we find something concerning?
    We will discuss the options: further investigations, potential referrals to specialists, management plans. We aim to pick up issues early so that support can be put in place.
  • Can this replace regular GP visits?
    No – this is intended as a comprehensive screen. Routine GP care (vaccinations, acute illness, etc.) should continue as needed.

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