Celebrating 60 years

For 60 years, Monash Paediatrics has been dedicated to improving the lives of children - through world leading research, medical education excellence and cutting-edge care.

From pioneering life-saving neonatal care to breakthroughs in childhood conditions, our past has shaped the future of paediatrics.

Together with our partners, we produce world-renowned research to improve children's health, supervising research students and training the next generation of paediatricians. But the future of paediatrics is unfolding now. Our researchers are pushing the boundaries of medicine to give every child a healthier start.

Located at Monash Children’s Hospital, our teams translate discoveries into real-world treatments leading to better outcomes for children locally and worldwide.

For 60 years, we've shaped the future of paediatrics. The next chapter starts now.
The journey

Monash Paediatrics - Celebrating 60 Years

Behind every breakthrough in children's health is a team of passionate clinicians and researchers working to improve lives. In this short video, hear directly from the people at Monash Children's Hospital and Monash University who are pushing boundaries, from newborn care to sleep, simulation and beyond.

60 years of impact

Part of our 60 Years of Impact series on the evolution of paediatrics at Monash, these stories showcase how clinical care and research are transforming children’s health today and into the future.

Developmental regression

Growing Minds: Building Brains, Shaping Futures

Monash’s developmental paediatrics program is shaping personalised, research-integrated care for autism, FASD and complex neurodevelopmental conditions.

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Tiny brains, big science: Advancing neuroprotection for pre-term babies

At just 22 weeks, a human baby weighs less than a can of soft drink. A generation ago, these infants were not resuscitated. Today, thanks to major advances in neonatal care, they’re being given a chance at life.

Newborn

Small patients, big problems: Tackling inflammation in childhood

When we think of inflammation, most of us picture a sore throat or a swollen ankle. But within the Monash Health precinct, researchers are showing that inflammation is also a powerful and often hidden driver of childhood disease.

Infection, Inflammation and Immunity

How one sleep study helped change the lives of thousands of children

In a single, makeshift room at the Monash Medical Centre in 1987 a movement began. There, under the guidance of Professor Michael Adamson, the first paediatric sleep studies were quietly run in the after-hours hush.

Sleep and Respiratory

The celebration

A vibrant crowd of past and present staff, students, and collaborators gathered on 16 October 2025 at Monash Children's Hospital to celebrate 60 years of the Department of Paediatrics at Monash University.

The event brought together generations of clinician-scientists, educators, researchers and community partners to reflect on a shared legacy of compassion, discovery and care. Read our event recap.

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Our research

The research we conduct in the Department of Paediatrics spans basic laboratory discovery research through to clinical and population health research, and covers the age spectrum from conception to adolescence, and the entire lifespan.

Research students

Our students are mentored by leading supervisors including clinical paediatric specialists.

Medical education

The Department of Paediatrics is responsible for the oversight and delivery of the Children’s Health component within Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (MD) program.