14/11/2025
: “I have always believed in early intervention and where better to start than the first 2,000 days of life.
As a Developmental Paediatrician and Head of the Child Development Unit (CDU), I’m privileged to work with a multidisciplinary team of medical, neuropsychology, speech pathology, occupational therapy, nursing, social work and administrative professionals.
Clinical work with children and families is without doubt the most rewarding part of what we do. The joy of hearing that a child has achieved something for the first time whether that’s learning a new skill, graduating from a training program, or simply being able to go out together as a family - reminds us why this work matters.
Working alongside families and playing a small part in achieving the goals they set for themselves keeps me connected to the relevance of our role in their lives.
The CDU team is motivated to continually improve and innovate, developing new ways to meet the needs of children and families. This approach has led to groundbreaking models of care being implemented internationally, improving equity in diagnosis and assessment, regardless of location.
Our patients continue to inspire us with their stories and achievements, and I’m proud to be part of a team driving meaningful change.” - A/Prof Natalie Silove, Department Head, Child Development Unit.
