General Paediatric Appointments

Our General Paediatric Appointments are suitable for any concern you may have about your child. If the problem is non-acute, chronic or complex in nature this is the service for you. They are also appropriate if you have more than one concern to discuss, or when you’d like a little more time to discuss an acute problem. 

It may even be that you’ve seen healthcare professionals previously about the same problem, or you have been referred to an NHS Service and would prefer to expedite rather than wait.  A General Paediatric Appointment is also the service you will receive following all GP referrals.  

This appointment provides a more holistic examination of your child with ample time to discuss your child’s health concerns.

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Useful information about General Paediatric Appointments

All appointments are with Consultant Paediatrician Felicity Taylor who will consult, examine, and diagnose all general paediatric problems and developmental concerns from birth to 17 years of age.

  • Available at Harpenden Medical and One Hatfield 
  • Appointments cost: £210 (Self-pay). Also available through insurance at One Hatfield
  • Appointment length: 40 mins
  • For children from birth to 17 years inclusive by prior appointment only

At your child’s appointment, Felicity will take the time to listen, carry out a full assessment including history and examination, and present a treatment plan to get your child back to health as quickly as possible.

You will receive a thorough explanation of any diagnosis made, a plan for further tests and a follow-up appointment (if any) will be agreed with you.

If onward referral to another tertiary specialist is required (e.g. paediatric ENT, paediatric neurology), Felicity can provide advice and facilitate referrals to the most appropriate specialists.

Please be aware:

  • If you would like your child to be seen rapidly for an acute, single issue condition, a Prompt-Response Appointment may be more suitable.  Available at Harpenden Medical and self-pay route only.
  • Dr Taylor does not offer allergy testing or ADHD assessments: if these are needed she will refer you onwards to the relevant specialist

Self-pay Route

General Paediatric Appointments are available as self-pay at Harpenden Medical and One Hatfield, costing £210. If you want to use the self-pay route then you do not require a referral and can self-present.

As part of your child’s appointment, they will receive a focussed assessment including history and examination. Simple investigations such as urinalysis and blood glucose tests, are included.

Any further required tests, including blood tests, are at an additional cost: this will be discussed with you, and you can decide whether to proceed with these or arrange them at a later date or elsewhere.

Any necessary prescriptions will be provided as part of the appointment fee: the dispensing fee for the item will need to be settled directly with the dispensing pharmacy.

Appointments are payable in the clinic following your appointment (card only).

We met Dr Taylor for a consultation today after a GP referral regarding my son’s heart murmur. She is absolutely fantastic! She took the time to explain everything in understandable terms and completed a thorough examination all while keeping my son happy. I couldn’t recommend her enough!

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Health Insurance Route

You can also book a General Paediatric Appointment at One Hatfield through your insurance. You will need a referral from your GP to arrange a consultation if you are using your insurance. Felicity is fee-assured by the following insurers:

As per national professional guidelines, Dr Taylor will arrange for details of the consultation to be shared confidentially with your regular GP, irrespective of whether you choose the self-pay or insurance route, so that they are aware of any changes in your child’s medical needs.

Please phone 999 immediately if you believe you have a medical emergency, we cannot offer services for emergency concerns.

Book a General Paediatric Appointment

For single-issue, urgent, non-critical issues, where your child needs to be seen by a Paediatrician within 5 days or less please book a Prompt-Response Appointment.

If you would like your baby or child to receive a comprehensive medical check-up with time for detailed discussion and advice, then a well-baby or well-child check up (60 minutes) would be most suitable.

Navigating the complexities of healthcare systems with you

When seeking specialist care for your children, dead ends, long waiting times and differing opinions can cause doubt, fear, and decision fatigue.

With over 17 years in frontline NHS care, Felicity has seen first-hand the uncertainty and frustration parents can experience when trying to navigate complex healthcare systems.

The Children’s Clinic aims to provide an alternative pathway, easy access to expert care and support. With direct access to a Consultant Paediatrician, online booking, and a maximum wait time of 5 days for urgent issues, you can get answers quickly and calmly from the same trusted professional each time you need them.

And, in the event that onward referral to a specialist is required, Felicity will help you and your family reach the right person quickly using her extensive network of professional contacts.

Dr Felicity has been a huge source of help and reassurance. We feel very lucky to have found Dr Felicity for the times we need an extra bit of medical attention or reassurance for our family.

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Your family paediatrician

We understand how worrisome and disruptive to family life an unwell baby, child or young person can be. When all you want is answers, a plan and to get back to family life, sitting in A&E or waiting for a GP appointment and worrying is far from perfect.

Felicity set up The Children’s Clinic to change this and help families save time and find reassurance and support. With a desire to bring world-class paediatric healthcare to her local community in the Harpenden and St Albans area, The Children’s Clinic offers a variety of appointments all with its Founder and Medical Director, Dr Felicity Taylor.

Here to serve the local community, Felicity’s goal is to build ongoing relationships with families so you can receive expert care, close to home with someone you trust.

Leave your appointment with clarity and answers as Felicity listens and explains. Whether it’s help making sense of conflicting advice or having your questions answered, The Children’s Clinic is here to provide time, space and support for you and your family.

We were listened to and felt that the consultation covered every detail and no stone was left unturned in diagnosis and treatment plan. Everything we received post consultation was super helpful and went above and beyond. I would highly recommend and will definitely book again.

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This type of paediatric appointment is for complex or chronic problems. If your child has more than one concern or the issue has been going on for a while (you may have seen medical professionals previously about the same problem) this is the service for you. This appointment is designed to provide a more holistic examination of your child with ample time to discuss your child’s health concerns.

You will see Consultant Paediatrician Dr Felicity Taylor MA MBBS FRCPCH PGDip.

Appointments can be booked by parents or carers. For child safeguarding reasons, an adult with parental responsibility must accompany their baby or child to the appointment. Dr Taylor is able to see young patients aged 16 years and over in confidence without a responsible adult present.

Appointments are available at Harpenden Medical and One Hatfield. Please visit the Contact Us page for full contact information and instructions on how to book.

If your child requires immediate medical attention, call 999 or go to the nearest emergency department (A&E).

Yes, General Paediatric Appointments are available through private health insurance at One Hatfield.

Any necessary prescriptions will be provided as part of the appointment fee. The dispensing fee for the item will need to be settled directly with the dispensing pharmacy.

Yes, free parking is available at Harpenden Medical and One Hatfield:

Harpenden Medical
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Harpenden, AL5 1AJ

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