Dr. Angela Colquhoun Inc

06/02/2026

27/01/2026

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Preterm children, even those born at gestational ages as late as 36 weeks, are more at risk for serious cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), resulting in severe outcomes such as admission to ICUs, compared to those born at full term.

The findings “add to the evidence that young infants, and especially preterm infants, are at high risk of hospitalization and complications from RSV,” said Daniele Gusland, MD, a pediatric infectious disease physician at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals, who was not associated with the study. https://bit.ly/4jXMk6p

12/01/2026

Dr Angela is a specialist paediatrician at Mediclinic Kloof in Pretoria who combines clinical expertise with gentle, family-centered care. She is committed to staying current with the latest developments in paediatric and neonatal medicine so she can offer children and their families a full spectrum of paediatric care and modern, evidence-based care with empathy and respect.

01/12/2025

May the festive season bring you rest, joy, and renewed energy for the year ahead.
Please note that our consulting rooms will be closed from the 10th Dec 2025 and will re-open on the 5th Jan 2026. For any emergencies please take your little ones to casualties. There will be a paediatrician standing in for me should it be necessary to be referred to one: either Dr Jana Bloem, Dr Meghann Gray or Dr Liesl Nieuwoudt.
Kind regards,
Dr Angela and team

01/10/2025

Happy 13th Birthday to Dr Angela Colquhoun Incorporated!Thank you to everyone that has made this such a memorable journey so far!

18/09/2025

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Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) is a serious gastrointestinal disease that primarily affects premature and medically fragile infants. It occurs when intestinal tissue becomes inflamed and begins to die, which can lead to perforations in the intestine and life-threatening infections.

-NEC occurs in about 1 in 1,000 live births and in up to 7–10% of very low birth weight babies (under 1,500 grams or 3.3 pounds).
- It most often develops within the first 2–6 weeks of life.
-Prematurity, formula feeding, intestinal infections, and reduced blood or oxygen flow to the intestine.
-Despite medical advances, NEC still carries a mortality rate of 20–30%, especially among extremely preterm infants.

While outcomes are improving with earlier detection, surgical techniques, and increased use of breast milk, NEC remains one of the most devastating complications faced in the NICU.

18/06/2025

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The measles vaccine has saved an estimated 5 lives every second since 2000.

Prevent by getting vaccinated with two doses of the measles vaccine.

09/06/2025

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can lead to severe, long-term complications and can even cause your immune system to forget how to resist infections.

🔸Brain damage
🔸Severe diarrhoea and dehydration
🔸Deafness
🔸Blindness
🔸Pneumonia

Two doses of the measles vaccine are the only way to prevent measles.

03/06/2025

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02/06/2025

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Allergy Myths: Allergies aren't only inherited 🧬❌
A lot of people believe that if no one in your family has allergies, you won’t either. But that’s not true. While your genes do play a role, environmental factors - like pollen, mould, dust mites or even what you’re exposed to at work or school - can also trigger allergies. 🌱
That means anyone can develop allergies, even with no family history.
👩‍⚕️ Professional Tip: If you notice regular sneezing, itchy eyes, or skin rashes that keep coming back, speak to your doctor or pharmacist - even if allergies don’t run in your family. Early management can make a big difference. ✅