Pramod Pharande is a Paediatrician based in Melbourne, working out of 246, Clayton Road, Melbourne, VIC 3168, Australia. He looks after babies, children and teens, especially when things are a bit more complex or need close follow-up.
A lot of the work involves newborn and early childhood care. That includes premature babies and issues seen in the first days of life, like cerebral hypoxia, intraventricular haemorrhage, periventricular leukomalacia, and low blood pressure. He also helps manage breathing and circulation problems such as pulmonary hypertension, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, and Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA).
He treats children with longer-term conditions too. This can include cerebral palsy and spastic diplegia, and kids living with Down syndrome. At times, he supports families dealing with symptoms like stridor and other breathing concerns, plus children who may have feeding and growth worries, including intrauterine growth restriction.
Some appointments focus on hormone and body system problems. For example, he treats thyroid issues like hypothyroidism and neonatal hypothyroidism, and he also looks at conditions such as Addison’s disease. He can be involved when there are liver and blood flow concerns like an enlarged liver, ascites, and portal hypertension.
There’s also care for urgent illnesses when needed. Sepsis in young children is one example, along with high blood pressure in infants and other blood pressure or fluid balance issues.
Over time, this kind of paediatric work builds a practical approach to care. It’s not just about tests and treatment plans. It’s also about helping carers understand what’s going on, step by step, and what to watch for at home.
Pramod Pharande has completed specialist training in paediatrics. He stays up to date with current paediatric guidance and research, so care can match what’s known to work best right now.
Clinical trials aren’t always the right fit, but if a child’s case lines up with something research-based, the conversation can include what options may exist and whether they are appropriate. Most of the time, the focus stays on safe, proven treatment and ongoing support for the family.