Dr Frieda French – Paediatrician – Erasmuskloof

Dr Frieda French – Paediatrician – Erasmuskloof

Dr Frieda French – Paediatrician – Erasmuskloof practices at Mediclinic Kloof, where she has provided expert child‑healthcare since joining the team. She earned her MBChB from the University of Pretoria in 1976 and completed an MMed (Paediatrics) at the same university in 1985 Mediclinic. Consequently, she is fully accredited in both general paediatrics and neonatal intensive care (NICU).

Dr French blends evidence‑based medicine with a compassionate bedside manner. Moreover, she stays current through participation in workshops on growth‑monitoring protocols and minimally invasive diagnostics. In addition, her approach emphasizes clear communication: she explains each step and answers questions thoroughly. Above all, her patient‑centered philosophy ensures that families feel supported from infancy through adolescence.

Services

At Mediclinic Kloof, Dr French offers a broad spectrum of paediatric services in a child‑friendly environment:

• Well‑Child Examinations
  Routine assessments of growth and development, complete with nutrition guidance and developmental screening to detect delays early.

• Immunizations & Vaccine Counseling
  Administration of all recommended childhood vaccines, coupled with clear explanations of benefits, schedules, and potential side effects.

• Developmental & Behavioral Screening
  Use of standardized tools and parent‑observations to identify learning or speech delays and to recommend tailored intervention plans.

• NICU Stabilization & Follow‑Up
  Specialized care for premature and critically ill neonates, with coordinated discharge planning and outpatient reviews to support optimal growth.

• Acute Illness Management
  Diagnosis and treatment of common paediatric conditions—such as respiratory infections, gastroenteritis, and febrile seizures—with rapid, evidence‑based interventions.

• Chronic Condition Monitoring
  Long‑term management of asthma, allergies, eczema, and diabetes, including development of personalized action plans and regular reviews.

• Minor Procedures
  Office‑based laceration repair, abscess drainage, and foreign‑body removal under age‑appropriate analgesia to ensure minimal discomfort.

• Nutritional & Feeding Counseling
  Guidance on breastfeeding, weaning, and dietary adjustments to foster healthy growth and prevent nutritional deficiencies.

• Emergency Paediatric Care
  Rapid response for urgent presentations—such as dehydration, trauma, and severe allergic reactions—in the hospital’s 24‑hour emergency unit.

Each service leverages digital paediatric radiography and point‑of‑care testing to reduce wait times and improve diagnostic accuracy.

Additional Information

Mediclinic Kloof features a dedicated Paediatric Unit equipped with state‑of‑the‑art NICU and PICU facilities, plus a child‑friendly play area to ease anxiety. Furthermore, a multidisciplinary team—including neonatologists, dietitians, and physiotherapists—collaborates under one roof to deliver seamless, cohesive care.

We offer flexible scheduling, with evening and weekend appointments to fit busy family routines. Consequently, wait times remain minimal while service quality stays exceptional. The facility adheres to rigorous infection‑control protocols, and digital records safeguard patient privacy while enabling real‑time information sharing. For urgent needs, emergency paediatric slots are available around the clock. We accept all major medical schemes and provide transparent cost estimates before each consultation. Above all, our goal is to make every visit calm, reassuring, and centered on your child’s comfort and well‑being. Schedule a consultation today to ensure your child benefits from expert, personalized paediatric care at Mediclinic Kloof.