Paediatrics

Jane Macdonell, Consultant Paediatrician visited in 2014 to support and train paediatric & SCBU staff. She was involved in cerebral palsy clinics, and a newly developed ‘Gender Based Violence Clinic, who take seriously measures to identify, remedy and take legal action against perpetrators.

Three memorable experiences 

• Cerebral palsy clinic—children who become too big to carry often remain in their villages becoming increasingly immobile and isolated 
  
• Newly developed ‘Gender Based Violence Clinics’ take seriously measures to identify, remedy and take legal action
  
• My daughter spent time on the surgical wards with children and adults. With those who were well but bed bound, she engaged them in drawing pictures using coloured pens. Great fun for everyone! 
  

Visit outcome 

• I have remained in touch with a number of staff and am working on revising aspects of the paediatric and neonatal guidelines 
  
• I have made contact with a UK charity ‘Physionet’ who ship second hand physiotherapy equipment to developing countries
  
• I will be working with staff at SFH to identify their particular needs and develop a business case for SFH to receive equipment