Dr Mildred Iro

Dr Mildred Iro is an experienced Consultant Paediatrician with dedicated expertise in paediatric infectious diseases and immunology. She provides compassionate, family-centred care for infants, children, and young people presenting with a wide range of general paediatric conditions as well as complex immunological or infectious health challenges. Dr Iro is committed to delivering thorough diagnostic assessments and tailored treatment plans that ensure the best health outcomes for young patients and reassuring support for their families.

Her clinical practice encompasses the diagnosis and management of complex childhood infections, paediatric tuberculosis, viral respiratory illnesses such as respiratory syncytial virus, and congenital or acquired immunological conditions. In addition to core Paediatrics, Dr Iro maintains strong clinical interests in paediatric vaccinology, antimicrobial stewardship, childhood encephalitis, and invasive bacterial infections. She works closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that treatments are evidence-based, effective, and tailored to the unique needs of every child.

Dr Iro completed her primary medical qualifications (MBBS) before undertaking specialist higher training in Paediatrics. She earned a Postgraduate Diploma in Paediatric Infectious Diseases and completed a Doctorate of Philosophy (DPhil) at the University of Oxford, where her research focused on childhood infections and vaccine efficacy. She is a Member of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (MRCPCH) and actively participates in ongoing professional development and national clinical research networks.

Alongside her direct clinical work, Dr Iro is deeply involved in academic research and medical education. Her published studies on childhood encephalitis, vaccine-preventable diseases, and paediatric infection management have received prestigious national awards from professional bodies. Through her ongoing research and clinical leadership, Dr Iro remains dedicated to advancing standard care practices and improving outcomes for children facing infectious and immunological conditions.