Dr Karen McCleary is a Paediatric Medical Oncologist in Randwick. She works at Sydney Children’s Hospital, Level 1 South, High Street, Randwick NSW 2031.
Her role is all about looking after children and their families when cancer is part of the picture. This can be a tough time, and care is not just about scans and tests. Day to day, she focuses on the whole journey, from early checks through treatment and recovery.
In many cases, her work starts with physical exams for children with cancer. These appointments help with understanding how a child is going, what symptoms are showing up, and what needs to be monitored more closely. From there, she helps coordinate and deliver care, including administering chemotherapy to children.
Cancer treatment can bring side effects, and that’s a big part of what she manages. She monitors and helps manage side effects of cancer treatment so kids can stay as comfortable and well as possible. This might mean keeping an eye on how a child is eating, sleeping, and coping day to day, plus watching for changes that need quick attention.
Alongside the medical side, Dr McCleary also makes time for emotional support for children and families. Kids can feel scared, confused, or frustrated, and families often feel overwhelmed too. At times, a simple conversation and clear explanations make a real difference. She aims to keep things calm and steady, especially during appointments when everything can feel like a lot.
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