Stephanie R. Yiallourou

Pediatrician

Female📍 Clayton

About of Stephanie R. Yiallourou

Stephanie R. Yiallourou is a Pediatrician based in Clayton, VIC, working from 246 Clayton Road, Clayton, VIC 3168, Australia. Her focus is on looking after babies and children, especially when things feel urgent or hard to explain. In paediatrics, small changes can matter, so visits often include careful checks and clear next steps.


Stephanie helps families dealing with issues like sudden unexpected risk in infancy (including SIDS), infant apnoea, and breathing problems in early life. She also supports babies who are born prematurely, or who have growth that hasn’t kept up in the womb. At times, that can come with worries about blood pressure and how a baby is coping, and she works through those concerns in a calm, practical way.


Some cases involve longer-term care too. This can include things like obstructive sleep apnoea, and heart and circulation concerns such as a patent ductus arteriosus (PDA). She’s also involved in care plans for rare conditions that affect how the body controls breathing, blood pressure, and the way the nervous system works. While paediatrics is her main focus, the aim is always the same—help the child stay as well as possible and help parents feel more confident about what to do next.


Over time, paediatric care is not just about one appointment. It’s about sorting what’s urgent from what can be watched, checking for patterns, and making sure families understand the plan. Stephanie takes time to explain what her checks show, what might be causing symptoms, and when follow-up is important.


She keeps up with new medical information where it matters, including updates in child health and infant safety. If clinical trials or studies are relevant for a child’s situation, these are discussed carefully and only when they fit the family’s needs and the child’s health.

Services & Conditions Treated

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)Infantile ApneaIntrauterine Growth RestrictionLow Blood PressurePremature InfantADULT SyndromeAlzheimer's DiseaseDementiaFamilial DysautonomiaHigh Blood Pressure in InfantsHypertensionInfant Respiratory Distress SyndromeObstructive Sleep ApneaPatent Ductus Arteriosus

Publications

1 total

Sleep macro-architecture and dementia risk in adults: Meta-analysis of 5 cohorts from the Sleep and Dementia Consortium.

medRxiv : the preprint server for health sciences • January 13, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What services does Dr Stephanie R. Yiallourou offer?
Dr Stephanie R. Yiallourou provides paediatric care with a focus on conditions and concerns that affect babies and children, including issues like Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), infant respiratory issues, and growth concerns.
What conditions does she treat?
Her listed areas include SIDS, infantile apnea, intrauterine growth restriction, low blood pressure, premature infant care, adult syndrome, Alzheimer's and dementia, familial dysautonomia, high blood pressure in infants, hypertension, infant respiratory distress syndrome, obstructive sleep apnea, and patent ductus arteriosus.
Can I book an appointment with her at the Clayton, VIC clinic?
Yes. She practices at Clayton, VIC and you can arrange an appointment at the Clayton Road location.
Is she able to see both infants and older children?
As a paediatrician, she cares for newborns, infants, and children, including issues like infant sleep problems and growth-related concerns.
What should I expect during an appointment for sleep or breathing concerns?
Appointments will cover symptoms, medical history, and any tests or follow-ups needed for conditions such as obstructive sleep apnea or infant respiratory issues.
Are there concerns I should bring up about high blood pressure in babies?
If you notice signs of high blood pressure in infants or related concerns, mention them at the appointment so she can assess and advise on appropriate care.