Dr Dean Lethaby

Dr Dean Lethaby is an experienced Consultant Paediatrician and Consultant Neonatologist dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care for infants, children, and young people. Specialising in general paediatrics, he diagnoses and manages a broad spectrum of childhood medical conditions, ensuring that young patients receive individualised care tailored to support their physical development and overall health. Dr Lethaby works closely with parents and carers to provide clear communication, reassurance, and guidance throughout every stage of a child's medical treatment.

In addition to general paediatric care, Dr Lethaby possesses clinical expertise in neonatology and paediatric rheumatology. His clinical focus includes the specialist management of newborn infants, care for neonates requiring close clinical monitoring, and the evaluation of childhood inflammatory and joint conditions. He also maintains a dedicated clinical interest in paediatric nephrology, specifically the assessment and treatment of acute kidney injury, fluid replacement therapy, and renal balance in young children.

Dr Lethaby completed rigorous medical education and specialist post-graduate training in paediatrics and child health. Earning his professional qualifications through formal medical training, he remains actively involved in clinical research and medical education, having contributed to peer-reviewed literature regarding paediatric renal management and neonatal care. As a fully registered Consultant Paediatrician, Dr Lethaby continuously advances his clinical practice through ongoing professional development and involvement in medical training initiatives.

Committed to a family-centred approach, Dr Lethaby prioritises the physical and emotional well-being of his patients. By combining meticulous clinical evaluations with an empathetic bedside manner, he ensures that families feel fully informed, supported, and empowered during clinical consultations. His primary aim is to deliver evidence-based, holistic healthcare that fosters long-term health and optimal outcomes for every child under his care.