Paediatric surgeon
Who is a paediatric surgeon?
A paediatric surgeon is a doctor who specialises in the surgical treatment of conditions in children. Paediatric surgeons treat a wide range of conditions, both congenital and acquired. They perform diagnostic tests to determine the exact cause of the disease and propose the most effective treatment plan. This specialist plays an important role in maintaining and improving children's health. They work with children and their families to provide the best care and support.
What problems does a paediatric surgeon solve?
A paediatric surgeon deals with various health problems in children that require surgical intervention. This can include preventing physical abnormalities and performing surgical treatment for various childhood diseases and injuries, including gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, and urinary tract conditions. Paediatric surgeons work with other specialists to provide comprehensive medical care for children.
The most common conditions treated by paediatric surgeons are:
- Hip dysplasia – a developmental disorder of the hip joint that causes a mismatch between the bones of the hip joint. This results in instability of the hip joint;
- Umbilical hernia – a bulge in the navel area;
- Lumbosacral hernia – a formation or fold on the front wall of the abdominal cavity in the midline area from the navel upwards;
- Inguinal hernia – a formation or bulge in the groin or scrotum area;
- Hydrocele – enlargement of the testicle due to fluid accumulation in the scrotum;
- Funiculocele – a cystic formation that can be located in different parts of the groin, up to the testicle;
- Varicocele – enlargement of the veins of the testicle;
- Phimosis – narrowing of the foreskin of the penis;
- Cryptorchidism – the testicles do not descend into the scrotum;
- Benign skin and subcutaneous formations – haemangiomas, atheromas, lipomas, papillomas, dermoids, pyogenic granulomas, etc.;
- Ingrown toenail;
- Chronic constipation in children;
- Atresia of the colon.
Some symptoms that may indicate the need to see a paediatric surgeon include:
- Constipation or diarrhoea;
- Developmental disorders or injuries to the musculoskeletal system;
- Flatulence;
- Abdominal pain;
- Difficulty eating and weight loss;
- Problems with the kidneys or urinary system, such as frequent urination and pain when urinating;
- Problems with the skin and muscles, such as tears or an inability to move;
- Urological disorders, such as undescended testicles.
FORTEMED Paediatric Surgeons
The FORTEMED Medical Centre employs highly qualified paediatric surgeons who provide an individual approach to each patient.
Timurs Zurmutaī
pediatric surgeon
Dr. Timurs Zurmutai – pediatric surgeon who diagnoses and treats various childhood conditions and injuries, including gastrointestinal, skin, muscle, and urinary tract problems, providing professional care for both congenital anomalies and acute diseases.
Edīte Kurmiņa
urologist, pediatric urologist, pediatric surgeon
Uroloģijas eksperte un bērnu ķirurģe ar bagātīgu pieredzi, kas sniedz konsultācijas dažādu akūtu un hronisku uroloģisku problēmu gadījumos. Pieņem gan bērnus, gan pieaugušos piedāvājot konservatīvu un ambulatoru ķirurģisku ārstēšanu, pielāgojot pieeju katram pacientam individuāli.
Appointment with FORTEMED paediatric surgeons
There are two convenient ways to make an appointment with FORTEMED paediatric surgeons.
- Call 23304440, and our appointment specialists will help you choose the most suitable time, taking into account your preferences and the nearest available date.
- You can also book online – click the red button at the bottom of this page or next to your chosen specialist to open our online booking system.
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