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Paediatric General Surgical Consultation

Some childhood concerns need a surgical eye. A lump that wasn’t there before. A hernia noticed at bath time. A finding on an early scan. Paediatric general surgery focuses on understanding these presentations in the context of a growing body — what can be watched and what should be treated. Many conditions are common and manageable. A specialist consultation brings clarity, careful judgement and a clear plan forward.

Urologist areas of expertise

Hernias (inguinal and umbilical)

Dermoid cysts

Skin lesions

Cysts and soft tissue lumps (“lumps and bumps”)

Surgical Expertise

Paediatric urological surgery requires precision, careful judgement and a deep understanding of developing anatomy. Every procedure is approached with meticulous planning — balancing what needs to be done now with what a child may outgrow over time. Where surgery is recommended, it is performed with techniques designed to minimise discomfort, reduce risk and support optimal long-term outcomes.

Clinical Judgement & Competency

Not every condition requires intervention. A core part of paediatric urology is knowing when to operate — and when not to. Thorough assessment, review of imaging and careful consideration of growth and development guide every decision. Families are given clear explanations of options, expected outcomes and risks, so decisions feel informed and steady.

Hernias in Children

Hernias are often something a parent spots first — a small swelling in the groin during a nappy change, or a belly button that pops out when a baby cries. They can look dramatic, but most follow very predictable patterns.

Inguinal hernias don’t close on their own and are usually repaired to prevent future complications. Umbilical hernias, however, commonly settle with time. The role of a surgical review is to confirm exactly what type it is, assess risk, and advise on timing — balancing safety with the understanding that children are still growing and changing.

Meet Your General Surgeons

Dr Japinder Khosa

Meet Dr Japinder

Dr Japinder is as delightful as she is dedicated — a highly experienced paediatric surgeon who balances warmth with unwavering focus in the operating theatre. Personable and easy to talk to, she listens carefully to parents, and approaches each child with empathy and calm professionalism. Families value her clear communication, steady judgement and the quiet confidence that comes from deep surgical experience. As of 2026, Dr Japinder operates at Perth Children’s Hospital and Joondalup Hospital (both public and private lists).

Training

Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons

Experience

Queensland Children’s Hospital in Brisbane

Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne

Public and private lists at Princess Margaret Hospital, Joondalup Hospital

Private lists at Subiaco Private Hospital, St John of God Hospital Subiaco

Clinics at Kalgoorlie Regional Hospital, Geraldton Regional Hospital

Recently spent 18 months working at the Janet Weis Children’s Hospital in Danville Pennsylvania

Published works in the Journal of Paediatric Urology in 2022, 2024 and 2025

Special Interests

Undescended testes

Hypospadias

Circumcision

Hernias

The Real Me

Badminton player for fun and fitness

Art provides her quiet creative escape

Life partner to her number one supporter

Proud dog mum to a very spoiled pup

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