FAST-TRACKED PAEDIATRIC CARE

CARE WHEN YOUR KiDS NEED IT MOST

Our story

Your kids are precious and important. We really get it. That’s why we will see them in a Snap. We provide the highest quality specialist care when your child needs it most.

As parents, we understand that the health and development of your children can be one of life’s biggest stressors and is a critically high priority.

As specialist Paediatricians we have the best knowledge, training and experience to assess and manage your child’s urgent health needs.

As Emergency Paediatricians, we experience firsthand the difficulty that families have in accessing urgent care for their children, when they need it most. Wait times are often unacceptable and primary care (GP) appointments can be too short to understand the whole problem or complete a full assessment. Sometimes, there is no other option but to take your child to the Emergency Department - an increasingly overwhelmed service with long wait times, rotating junior doctors, exposure to other illness and trauma, and more challenges.

Until now… “Snap”

With decades of combined experience across Australia and overseas, at Snap Paediatrics we are Paediatric Specialists with maturity and experience managing the complete range and spectrum of childhood illnesses and injuries. We pride ourselves in a patient-centred, individualised and evidence-based approach to care. There is nothing we find more rewarding than hearing your concerns, addressing them competently and ensuring that you feel valued in your child’s care.

WHO We ARE

OUR DOCTORS

Dr Scott Schofield

MBBS, FRACP (PEM), CEQ Healthcare Improvement Fellowship

Scott is an experienced and compassionate Paediatric Emergency Medicine (PEM) specialist. He has trained and practised in multiple cities across Australia and overseas contributing to his matured clinical practice. More than anything, he values the importance of patient-centred care. He ensures he listens to and understands the concerns of each individual child and family. He offers his knowledge and experience to guide a patient focused discussion and shared decision making for your child’s management plan.

As a father of two children, Scott appreciates the importance of your child’s health, development and wellbeing.

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Dr Nicole Bertram

***BSc, MBBS, FRACP (General Paediatrician* & *PEM), FACEM, MPHTM***

Nicole is a dual-trained physician specialising in General Paediatrics & Paediatric Emergency Medicine. She developed an interest in Medicine during her high school years and always wanted to pursue a career working with children. Paediatrics was the perfect fit.

As a mother, Nicole understands how distressing it is when your child is unwell or in pain, and that long waiting times at the Emergency Department or for a Specialist appointment only add to that stress. This is why she is pleased to offer specialist care in a snap!

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Dr Britta Jensen

MBBS, FRACP

Britta is a compassionate and experienced general paediatrician dedicated to providing high-quality care for children from infancy through adolescence. Originally from Germany, she earned her medical degree there and began her paediatric training before relocating to Australia. Over the last decade she has worked in multiple paediatric departments across Tasmania and Queensland, managing a wide range of medical conditions.

Britta has a particular passion for supporting families from diverse backgrounds, she values a holistic approach to paediatric care, focusing on not only treating illnesses but also promoting overall well-being. In addition to her clinical work, Britta is deeply committed to medical education and mentoring junior doctors. She has been actively involved in training and supervising paediatric trainees, helping to shape the next generation of doctors.

Now starting in private practice, Britta looks forward to providing personalised, family-centered care to the local community. She welcomes referrals for a wide range of general paediatric concerns, including growth and development, behavioural and learning difficulties, and acute and chronic medical conditions.

Outside of medicine, Britta enjoys hiking, camping, and stand-up paddleboarding, as well as spending quality time with her husband and two children.

Dr Alison Hanks

MBBS, FRACGP, IBCLC

Alison is a general practitioner with a special interest in newborn health, breastfeeding support, infant feeding and allergies. Alison is a qualified International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and is trained in neuroprotective developmental care of the infant, previously known as the Possums program. Alison has also completed additional studies and training in allergic medicine. She is a mum of two young children herself and recognises the difficulties that new parents face, particularly when there are additional difficulties such as unsettled behaviour, feeding concerns and allergies and has a passion to help support new families through this journey with quality and evidence-based care.

Alison is able to provide support in:

Breastfeeding or infant feeding difficulties (this includes all forms of infant feeding)
Unsettled babies
Infant allergy concerns including eczema and food intolerances
Solid introduction
Paediatric feeding concerns e.g. selective eating, anxious mealtimes
Perinatal mental health

Alison will always strive to complement the care you are receiving by your regular general practitioner and involve them in communication.

OUR ADMIN TEAM

Lea Schloss

Lea joined Snap Paediatrics in January 2024. She is an integral part of the team. She leads our admin staff as Practice Manager, has supported our relocation to new rooms at Bokarina, continues to support the growth and development of the business and is a regular friendly face and voice of Snap.

Lea has worked in the medical field since graduating high school, starting in general practice in Airlie Beach. She has extensive experience working with children and families including her previous role where she supported, developed and managed a thriving paediatric specialist practice from startup to bustling success.

Outside of work Lea is a mother of twins and a teenage son. She loves to spend time exploring the Sunshine Coast with her family or will be in the ocean, training and competing in outrigger canoe competitions.

Steph Marriott

Steph joined Snap Paediatrics in mid 2024. She has worked previously as administration for radiology and orthopaedics. Busy with children, she started her own home-based baking business. She has enjoyed returning to the workforce with Snap Paediatrics.

Outside of work, you will find her running around after her three beautiful children. When she is not busy driving them around to a multitude of sporting commitments, she enjoys catching up with friends, going to the gym, reading, and binge-watching a great TV series.