Pediatrics

We are here to support families and help children grow from their earliest days into healthy, confident teenagers. Care is child-friendly and family-centred, based on trust, compassion and collaboration.

child-friendly

children feel safe, listened to and cared for at every stage of their young lives.

family centred care

children are always at the centre, closely surrounded by their families, applying the principle of ‘shared decision-making’.

joy at the heart of paediatrics

children bring curiosity, playfulness and optimism to every visit, even in difficult times.

We believe in providing comprehensive, holistic care for your child. We work closely with GPs and where necessary a dedicated team of paramedics to ensure that all aspects of your child’s health are taken care of. Our collaborative approach enables us to offer holistic support, from regular check-ups to more specialised care, always with your child’s well-being in mind.

If necessary, GPs can refer their patients to our practice for specialist paediatric care, ensuring a consistent and coordinated approach to your child’s health.

Dr Anouk Van Leynseele

Dr Quintus Marais

Paediatricians see children from birth to 15 years of age by appointment only (online or by telephone).

You can contact the paediatrician for all general paediatric problems, vaccinations, illnesses, etc.

If specialist (paediatric) consultations are required, we will refer you to the appropriate specialist.

There are two waiting rooms in our practice, as we try to keep gynaecological patients and children separate. Please always take children to the paediatric waiting room (clearly marked with colours). If necessary, the children’s toilet and changing table can be used. Thank you for taking this into account.

The paediatrician can carry out blood tests at the practice. We try to make punctures as painless and anxiety-free as possible, which is why we use local anaesthetics such as Emla® cream or Rapydan® stickers.
Some very anxious children may be given laughing gas (nitrous oxide), in which case we refer you to AZ Jan Portaels.

For other examinations (e.g. imaging), we would also refer you to AZ Jan Portaels.

If the paediatrician has requested an additional examination, he or she will agree with you how and when the result will be communicated. This can be done telefonically. If necessary, you can also contact the secretary during opening hours.

In some cases, it may be necessary to admit a child to hospital. This is done in the hospital of your choice. The doctors themselves work at AZ Jan Portaels, so this is the hospital of choice.

To fill out certificates, prescriptions or care allowance claim forms (increased family allowances), you should always make an appointment in the presence of your child. Remember that doctors can only issue certificates that are factually correct.

Dr Van Leynseele consults at the practice on Thursdays only. On the other days, Dr Marais provides continuity of care (and vice versa for Dr Marais). If the paediatricians are absent and your child’s condition cannot wait for them to be available, we will refer you to the AZ Jan Portaels consultations. In an emergency, please go to the emergency department.