Claudia Strugnell is a Pediatrician based in Geelong, VIC. You can find her practice at 1 Gheringhap St, Geelong, VIC 3220, Australia. She focuses on kids’ health, from the everyday stuff to the times when things feel more serious and you need clear answers.
In her clinic, Claudia works with children and their families. She helps look after wellbeing across the growing years, including changes in appetite, weight, energy, and how kids are coping day to day. For some families, the main concern is obesity, and for others it’s obesity in children. These can be tricky topics. Claudia keeps it calm and practical, and she helps families understand what might be going on and what can be changed in a realistic way.
At times, children also need support when they’re dealing with viral illnesses and breathing issues. Her work includes conditions like Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), which is a reminder that respiratory infections can sometimes become severe. When a child is unwell, she aims to make the plan easy to follow, including what to watch for at home and when it’s important to get help.
Over time, paediatrics becomes about more than treating a single illness. It’s also about spotting patterns and supporting kids through different stages. Claudia takes a steady approach, so parents and carers feel informed rather than rushed. She listens to what you’ve noticed, and she supports you in making decisions that suit your child’s situation.
Claudia’s education and clinical experience guide her day-to-day care. She brings that training into the room to help assess symptoms, talk through options, and set out next steps in plain language. You’ll often see her focusing on the basics that matter: breathing, hydration, nutrition, sleep, and how the child is behaving and feeling overall.
Research and new clinical learning also play a role in paediatric care, especially when it comes to how illnesses spread and how best to manage them. Claudia stays up to date with relevant medical updates so her advice remains practical and current. If there are any clinical trials involved in a particular situation, that’s something she can discuss as part of the care pathway when it fits.