Dr Melissa Chettiar

Dr Melissa Chettiar Specialist paediatrician

✨ Dr Mel’s approved snacks. Lunchboxes can be nutritious and fun 😋Fueling little bodies with the right snacks helps them...
01/03/2026

✨ Dr Mel’s approved snacks. Lunchboxes can be nutritious and fun 😋

Fueling little bodies with the right snacks helps them grow strong, focused, and full of energy 💪🧠

Save this post for your next school lunchbox

As a pediatrician, one of the most common nutrition concerns I see isn’t “not eating enough” it’s not eating balanced🍊A...
25/02/2026

As a pediatrician, one of the most common nutrition concerns I see isn’t “not eating enough” it’s not eating balanced🍊

A simple way to assess your child’s meal:
✔️ A source of protein (eggs, chicken, yoghurt, beans)
✔️ A source of fibre (fruit or vegetables)
✔️ A smart carbohydrate (whole grains for steady energy)
✔️ A healthy fat (avocado, nut butter, seeds)

Balanced meals help support:✨
• Steady energy levels
• Concentration at school
• Immune function
• Healthy growth

21/02/2026

PMG Conference in Cape Town 🌊

A few days of learning, connecting with fellow pediatric experts, and staying up to date with the latest in little-human medicine 🩺✨

Because growing minds deserve a doctor who’s always growing too☀️

Smiles that make our day brighter 😊Dr Mel with her patient Dwayne✨
20/02/2026

Smiles that make our day brighter 😊
Dr Mel with her patient Dwayne✨

18/02/2026

Gained a wealth of knowledge at the 49th Annual UCT Paediatrics Refresher Course🤍
Looking forward to sharing this with my patients✨

A new space to care for little ones 🤍Dr Mel now has consulting rooms at Westville Hospital making access to pediatric ca...
12/02/2026

A new space to care for little ones 🤍

Dr Mel now has consulting rooms at Westville Hospital making access to pediatric care even more convenient for our families🤍

We look forward to welcoming you there.

For bookings and enquiries:
📞 031 265 1060

☀️Please note Dr Mel is now consulting in both Westville and Kingsway Hospital.

A big thank you to Veer and his family for the sweetest surprise🤍Moments like these remind us why we do what we do, cari...
09/02/2026

A big thank you to Veer and his family for the sweetest surprise🤍

Moments like these remind us why we do what we do, caring for little hearts (and big smiles) everyday✨

Regular checkups do more than just track height and weight 💕They help keep your little one healthy, happy, and thriving....
06/02/2026

Regular checkups do more than just track height and weight 💕
They help keep your little one healthy, happy, and thriving.

✨ Why they matter:
1️⃣ Early detection of health concerns
2️⃣ Monitoring growth & development
3️⃣ Identifying red flags & concerning milestones

A little visit today can prevent big worries tomorrow 🤍

04/02/2026

Hi mums and dads 👋🏼✨

Dr Mel is now consulting from rooms at Westville Hospital and Kingsway Hospital

We are so excited to welcome you into this new space.

📍 Westville Hospital | 1st Floor Suite 118.

For bookings and enquiries:
📞031 265 1060

30/01/2026

Summer is officially here ☀️

Dr Mel’s top 3 sunscreen picks to keep your little ones safe this summer:

1️⃣ Mustela Sun Protection Lotion
2️⃣ Avène Kids Sun Spray
3️⃣ La Roche-Posay Anthelios Dermo-Pediatrics Spray

Save this post for later 🌞

Little hands, big germs 🦠 , but prevention goes a long way!✨ Simple habits that help:🧼 Regular handwashing💉 Keeping vacc...
29/01/2026

Little hands, big germs 🦠 , but prevention goes a long way!

✨ Simple habits that help:
🧼 Regular handwashing
💉 Keeping vaccinations up to date
🥗 Healthy meals + enough sleep
😷 Teaching kids to cover coughs & sneezes
💤 Getting 8-10 hours of sleep

Strong habits = stronger immunity 💪💛

Address

Kingsway Hospital, Suite 104, 1st Floor, Medical Centre
Durban
4001

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 16:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 16:00
Thursday 09:00 - 16:00
Friday 09:00 - 16:00
Saturday 09:00 - 12:00

Telephone

+27319046033

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