Dr Clare Peckham

Dr Clare Peckham is an experienced Consultant Paediatrician dedicated to providing high-quality, comprehensive medical care for infants, children, and young people. Operating with a patient-centred approach, Dr Peckham oversees acute paediatric presentations, outpatient consultations, and general health assessments. Her clinical work focuses on delivering timely and thorough care to young patients while providing clear guidance and reassurance to families navigating acute or ongoing health concerns.

Dr Peckham completed her primary medical education and earned a Bachelor of Medicine degree. In addition to her clinical practice, she holds a leadership role as a Clinical Director in children's healthcare services and serves as an Honorary Lecturer at a university medical school. She actively contributes to clinical governance, medical education, and the training of junior medical staff, ensuring that high standards of paediatric care are maintained across the healthcare sector.

With dedicated expertise in paediatric respiratory medicine, Dr Peckham serves as a clinical lead for respiratory conditions and cystic fibrosis. Her clinical interests encompass a broad range of general and acute childhood illnesses, including preschool wheezing, asthma, breathing difficulties, high temperatures, and common gastrointestinal issues such as diarrhoea, vomiting, and constipation. She has also played a key role in developing community guidance pathways for parents and implementing remote consultation services to improve access to specialist paediatric care.

Dr Peckham believes in creating a supportive, empathetic environment where families feel heard and fully informed throughout every stage of their child's care. Whether managing emergency presentations or supporting long-term conditions, she works collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure every child receives safe, compassionate, and tailored medical management.