Dr Antoinette Anazodo is a Paediatric Medical Oncologist based in Randwick, NSW. She works at Sydney Children’s Hospital, Level 1 South, High Street, Randwick NSW 2031. Her role is to look after children who are dealing with cancer, and to help families through some of the hardest days they will ever face.
In many cases, her care starts with treatment planning. This often includes chemotherapy for children. Chemotherapy can be intense, and it can bring side effects that need close monitoring. Dr Anazodo focuses on making sure treatment is as safe and steady as it can be, while also paying attention to how the child is coping day to day.
Pain and comfort matter a lot in paediatric oncology. Dr Anazodo also provides pain management for young patients. That can mean adjusting medicines, managing discomfort during treatment, and helping children feel more at ease. At times, it also means working closely with the wider hospital team so care is coordinated and not rushed.
Food and energy are another big part of treatment. Some children don’t feel like eating during chemotherapy, or they struggle with nausea and other stomach-related issues. Dr Anazodo includes nutritional support during treatment, aiming to keep children supported and as well as possible while treatment is ongoing.
Then there’s the emotional side. Cancer affects the whole family, not just the child. Dr Anazodo offers emotional support for children and families, with a calm, clear approach. She understands that parents and carers may be overwhelmed, and she helps explain what is happening in everyday language so families can feel more grounded.
When it comes to experience, Dr Anazodo’s work is built around the day-to-day realities of paediatric cancer care. That means being used to both treatment schedules and the small changes that can happen from one week to the next. She looks at the big picture, but she also listens to what families are noticing at home.
Her training and education are centred on caring for children in oncology settings, including the kind of hands-on decision making needed for chemotherapy and supportive care. She works with the hospital team to keep treatment plans aligned with what is best for each child.
If a family is looking for care that brings together treatment, comfort, nutrition, and emotional support, Dr Anazodo’s clinic work is designed to cover those needs. It’s practical care, delivered with patience, and aimed at helping children get through treatment as safely and smoothly as possible.