General Adult & Paediatric Reconstructive Plastic Surgery

What paediatric plastic surgery does Dr van der Rijt perform?

Paediatric plastic surgery is a highly specialised field of surgery. Children may require plastic surgery for correction of congenital anomalies (conditions present at birth) or for treatment of conditions that arise during childhood, such as traumatic injuries. Corrective surgery aims to improve function and minimise cosmetic issues associated with these conditions so as to improve social and psychological development and promote self-esteem.

Dr van der Rijt works as a VMO at Sydney Children’s Hospital in Randwick where he commonly treats paediatric patients with facial, hand and limb injuries. Dr van der Rijt also performs general paediatric elective plastic surgery including surgery on moles, birthmarks, prominent ears and disorders of breast development.

What are the common disorders of breast development in children?

There are a variety of conditions affecting breast development that may require advice or treatment from a plastic surgeon.

The following breast conditions are commonly treated:

  • Abnormalities of chest wall and breast development.

  • Breast asymmetry

  • Abnormal breast shape

  • Excessive breast size

  • Gynaecomastia (excessive male breast growth)