Bruce Jaffray Consultant Paediatric Surgeon Newcastle
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- Royal Victoria Infirmary, Queen Victoria Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4LP
Louise Michaelis Consultant Paediatrician Newcastle is a trusted expert in childhood allergy. She works at the Great North Children’s Hospital and focuses on food allergy, drug allergy, desensitisation, and immune system care. Her warm, hands-on approach supports families through allergy diagnosis and treatment.
Dr Louise Michaelis started her medical journey at the University of Edinburgh, graduating in 1994. After that, she trained in London and completed her specialist exams in 2008. During this time, she also earned a PhD in Immune Tolerance in Early Childhood in 2013. This deep understanding of the immune system shapes the way she treats young patients.
Because she believes in lifelong learning, Dr Michaelis stays up to date with the latest research. Her patients benefit from both her experience and her constant drive to improve.
Dr Michaelis runs allergy clinics with teams from many areas of medicine. These include immunology, respiratory care, gut health, skin, ENT, and dietetics. As a result, her patients receive care from every angle. This joined-up approach often leads to better outcomes.
In addition, she works closely with families to explain each step of the process. That way, they feel confident and included in the child’s care.
Dr Michaelis plays a key role in teaching others. She lectures at the Universities of Newcastle, Southampton, and Imperial College. Her lessons are part of the MSc Allergy courses, which train future doctors to better treat allergic children.
Furthermore, she designs and leads allergy training across the UK. She supports learning at both local and national levels, including through NPAG and BSACI programmes.
At the Great North Children’s Hospital, Dr Michaelis leads allergy research trials. These focus on food allergy, drug allergy, and ways to improve immune care. By taking part in trials, she brings cutting-edge treatments to her patients.
Also, she works with other doctors to test new ideas safely and carefully. Families who join these studies help shape the future of allergy treatment.
Families across the region trust Louise Michaelis Consultant Paediatrician Newcastle because she listens, explains, and acts with care. She tailors each treatment plan to the child’s specific needs. Most importantly, she works to improve long-term health, not just short-term symptoms.
With strong medical training, a personal approach, and the latest treatments, Dr Michaelis remains a leading figure in paediatric allergy care.
