Dr Catriona McKeating

Dr Catriona McKeating is a dedicated Consultant Paediatrician who provides expert medical care to infants, children, and young people. Operating with a patient-first ethos, Dr McKeating focuses on delivering compassionate, comprehensive healthcare that addresses both acute medical concerns and chronic paediatric conditions. Her clinical practice is built upon a foundation of holistic care, ensuring that young patients and their families feel supported, informed, and reassured throughout every stage of assessment and treatment.

With a broad scope of expertise within General Paediatrics, Dr McKeating has a particular clinical focus on paediatric palliative medicine and symptom management. Her areas of interest include the holistic management of paediatric pain, advance care planning for life-limiting illnesses, and coordinating care for children with complex healthcare needs. Additionally, she possesses specialised experience in managing services related to sudden unexpected death in childhood, working closely with clinical teams to provide sensitive, dignified support during challenging circumstances.

Dr McKeating is a fully qualified Consultant Paediatrician with dedicated postgraduate training in child health and supportive paediatric medicine. In addition to her clinical responsibilities, she contributes actively to clinical research, professional publications, and educational initiatives aimed at advancing paediatric palliative care standards. She has collaborated on national outcome measures and specialised medical formularies to enhance symptom control for young patients, demonstrating a strong commitment to evidence-based practice and professional excellence.

Working alongside multidisciplinary teams of specialist nurses, therapists, and medical colleagues, Dr McKeating prioritises individualised treatment plans that reflect each child's physical, emotional, and developmental needs. Her gentle and empathetic approach helps build trust with young patients and their carers, empowering families to make informed decisions about healthcare in a safe and reassuring environment.