Dr Veronica Neefjes

Dr Veronica Neefjes is a Consultant Paediatrician who provides medical care for infants, children, and young people. With a focus on child health, she delivers compassionate and patient-centred care tailored to the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of young patients and their families. Her clinical approach emphasises clear communication, empathy, and collaborative decision-making, helping families feel reassured and supported throughout every stage of diagnosis and treatment.

In addition to general paediatric care, Dr Neefjes possesses expertise in paediatric palliative medicine and complex healthcare management. She specialises in supporting children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions, offering symptom management, advance care planning, and holistic supportive care. Her clinical interest extends to bioethics and conflict resolution in child healthcare, assisting multidisciplinary medical teams and families in navigating complex treatment decisions in the best interests of the young patient.

Dr Neefjes completed her medical qualification and completed postgraduate training in paediatrics, alongside earning a PhD focused on bioethics, healthcare decision-making, and law in paediatric care. She maintains an active role in medical research, authoring studies on paediatric care quality, ethical consultations, and family support models. She is affiliated with respected professional organisations, including the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, ensuring her practice incorporates current evidence-based clinical standards.