Dr Rachel Noovao

Unfortunately due to a very serious family medical issue, Dr Noovao has taken sudden leave from the practice and is not able to provide acute or urgent medical advice, or triage or accept any new referrals. She will have reduced appointment capacity in her clinics supporting existing patients, indefinitely. 

Rachel apologises for the disruption to care that this unplanned leave of absence may cause. Some existing patients will be advised over the coming days to weeks to contact their GP to seek alternative care arrangements and referral to another specialist.

If you are an existing patient of Rachel's with urgent concerns, please see your GP, visit the emergency department or contact CYMHS (Child & Youth Mental Health Service) during office hours on 07 5409 9111, or the acute mental health service after hours on 07 3068 2555, if you are not able to obtain advice or a timely appointment with Dr Noovao.

Please see Dr Noovao's most recent clinic letter, as this may provide further clinical advice from her most recent appointment with the child (this would have been sent to the child's GP with a copy emailed to the parents).

Dr Rachel Noovao is a General, Developmental & Behavioural Paediatrician with a reputation for her comprehensive assessments and advocacy to help children reach their full potential. She has worked in Paediatrics since 2007, including at the Queensland Children’s Hospital (QCH). Rachel has experience in the management of Paediatric Sleep conditions, previously working in the Sleep Clinic at QCH alongside Assoc. Prof. Honey Heussler, and at the Ellen Barron Family Centre for infants with feeding and sleep difficulties. She has also previously led a multidisciplinary Soiling clinic.