Practitioners
MBBS FRCPCH FRACP
Welcome to my practice and thank you for the opportunity to be involved in your care. I have worked as a specialist paediatrician since 2017. Having started my medical life as a doctor in India, my passion for paediatrics sparked during my undergraduate years. This brought me to the UK where I finished my specialist training in paediatrics. I worked in the UK for over 14 years and in 2020 we decided to move to Canberra as a family, which has since been my home. I have also worked in Uganda and helped set up a malnutrtion unit which I continue to support.
My specialist training was quite broad and has given me good standing and experience working in a variety of settings. I have 15yrs of experience in caring for children’s health and well-being. I’m passionate about helping children grow and thrive, and I enjoy working with families to support their children’s development.
I see children from birth to adolescence. I have special interest in respiratory illnesses in children, developmental and behavioural paediatrics.
Outside medicine I enjoy gardening and exploring the great outdoors with my family .
MBBS FRCPCH FRACP
Welcome to the Paediatric Hub!
Thank you for making us part of your healthcare journey.
I completed my medical school training in India in 2002 and completed my specialist training in General Paediatrics in the UK in 2017. I have been working in the field of Paediatrics for the past 15 years and currently hold fellowship with Royal Australasian College of Physicians (Australia) and Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (UK).
I worked as a Consultant Paediatrician in the UK for 5 years and then we moved to Canberra in 2022 as a family. I have worked as Staff Specialist in Canberra Hospital and currently work at the North Canberra Hospital.
I see all general paediatric presentations including asthma, epilepsy, gastro-oesophageal reflux in children, cows milk protein allergy and constipation amongst others. I also see children with behavioural and neurodevelopmental issues like autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
I have interests in paediatric endocrinology and can manage children with thyroid and other hormonal disorders in liaison with tertiary endocrine team as required .I have keen interest in medical education and quality improvement with previous efforts being recognised with UK National Health Service – Clinical Excellence Award in year 2020 and 2021.
I am proficient in English, Hindi, Tamil and Urdu. Outside work I enjoy spending time with my two kids and fine tuning my skills at nature photography. I believe being a general paediatrician is a privilege as it offers an unparalleled opportunity to provide holistic care to my patients and their families. I hope I am of assistance to you.
MBChB DCH MPH MRCPCH FRACP
Welcome and thank you for choosing the Paediatric Hub for your healthcare needs.
I am a General Paediatrician who is passionate about caring for children and their families. I completed my medical training in Nigeria and later moved to Australia in 2009 to commence my postgraduate training in Paediatrics. I trained between the Children’s Hospital Westmead (Sydney) and The Canberra Hospital. I worked as the paediatric fellow at Canberra Hospital prior to obtaining my Royal Australasian College of Physicians fellowship in paediatrics and child care. In addition, I hold a Diploma in Child Health (Sydney Children’s Hospital Network/University of Sydney), Master of Public Health (University of Wollongong) and Membership of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (MRCPCH, United Kingdom)
With over 15 years’ experience in paediatrics, I have worked in various clinical settings, and I am currently a Staff Specialist at Canberra Health Services. My diverse background has equipped me with a wide-ranging expertise in paediatric care, from acute paediatrics to management of complex and chronic medical conditions.
I am dedicated to providing comprehensive and exceptional paediatric care. I believe in a holistic and family-centered approach to the health and well-being of children, highlighting the importance of collaboration between the physician, the patient, and their family.
I have a keen interest in teaching and have been involved in the medical education of junior medical officers and Australian National University (ANU) medical students at the Canberra Hospital. I am a clinical lecturer with the ANU, and I received the School of Medicine & Psychology award for teaching excellence in Phase 2 (Medicine) in December 2023.
In my downtime, I enjoy relaxing at home with my family, catching up with friends and binge-watching Sci-Fi movies/tv series.
Dr Saikiran Gopalakaje
MBBS, MD (India), MRCPCH (UK), MD (UK), FRCPCH (UK), FRACP (Australia)
Welcome to the Paediatric Hub!
Thank you for making us part of your healthcare journey.
I completed my medical training in India and pursued further specialist training in Paediatrics and Paediatric Respiratory Medicine in the United Kingdom and Australia. Over the years, I have worked across a range of healthcare settings internationally, gaining extensive experience in both General Paediatrics and Paediatric Respiratory Medicine.
I currently work as a Paediatric Respiratory Staff Specialist at Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick, NSW, and also consult privately at Nepean Paediatrics, Nepean Health Hub. I hold specialist registration in General Paediatrics and Paediatric Respiratory Medicine and am a Fellow of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (UK) and the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (Australia).
I see children with a wide range of general paediatric concerns and have a special interest in respiratory conditions including asthma, chronic cough, recurrent chest infections, and complex respiratory disorders. I am passionate about providing evidence-based, compassionate, and family-centred care tailored to the individual needs of every child.
Alongside clinical practice, I am actively involved in medical research and education. I currently serve as principal investigator at Sydney Children’s Hospital for a multicentre study involving neonates requiring home oxygen therapy. My academic work also includes published research on high flow nasal cannula therapy and contributions to paediatric respiratory literature.
I am committed to lifelong learning and regularly participate in continuing medical education to ensure my patients receive care aligned with the latest medical advances. I consider it a privilege to care for children and support families through every stage of their healthcare journey.
Saba Khan is a psychologist with extensive experience across the United Kingdom and Australia, having worked in public health, private practice, and community settings. Saba is deeply committed to ethical, collaborative, and neuro affirming practice, ensuring that all care is delivered with integrity, compassion, transparency, and respect for every client and referring service. She warmly welcomes individuals of all genders, cultural backgrounds, and identities, and is committed to providing an inclusive and affirming environment for everyone. She supports children, adolescents, young adults, and families.
Saba holds her qualifications in Health Psychology from The University of Hull (United Kingdom) and has been practicing as a psychologist since 2013. She is passionate about working with people and prides herself on her kindness, empathy, and compassion. Saba is particularly interested in neurodevelopmental conditions (such as; Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and other psychological conditions that may impact an individual’s ability to function in today’s fast-paced and complex world.
Saba currently offers comprehensive assessments for ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Conduct Disorder (CD), ASD, specific learning disorders (SLD’s), as well as learning and cognitive assessments. Saba also provides assessment and support for eating disorders and offers other psychological screening as required. In addition, Saba provides therapeutic work and interventions on a case-by-case basis.
Saba works in a collaborative manner, engaging in consultations with paediatricians, neurologists, general practitioners, speech therapists, occupational therapists and other allied health professionals, to ensure continuity of care and meaningful outcomes for her clients. She values working closely with families, healthcare providers, and multidisciplinary teams to foster positive, meaningful and lasting change.
Outside of her professional life, Saba enjoys being a mother to her beautiful children, travelling, experimenting with new recipes, meeting new people, hanging out with friends and family, and exploring different workout regimes. Saba is fluent in English, Pashto, Urdu, and Hindi, enabling her to support clients from diverse backgrounds.
Please make contact with Saba and her team to book appointments or if you wish to seek any information. We look forward to meeting and working with you! Thank you
0482 979 348
