Dr Radka Velitchkova
Consultant PaediatricianConsultant Paediatrician on the UK GMC Specialist Register for Paediatrics (MRCPCH). Sees children from infancy to adolescence for acute illness, growth, feeding and developmental concerns.
Asthma & eczema · Children · Ages 0–18
Childhood asthma & eczema, properly managed.
Wheeze, a persistent cough and itchy, sore skin are two of the most common reasons parents come to us. We diagnose, treat and build a clear plan so your child’s asthma and eczema are controlled — not just firefighted.
- Action planswritten & personalised
- Ages 0–18
- Safe treatmentexplained properly
- Asthma & eczemalooked after together
Asthma & eczema review £140
If your child is seriously unwell — call 999 or take them to A&E. We're a private outpatient service, not an emergency service. The Royal London Hospital (5 minutes' walk) has a paediatric A&E.
- Same-week appointmentsoften the same day
- Ages 0–18newborn to young adult
- No GP referral neededbook directly
- Whitechapel, E1near Aldgate East
Your child’s appointment
Asthma & eczema review
£140Children’s GP consultation
A full assessment, hands-on inhaler or emollient teaching, and a written action plan for home and school.
Often booked alongside
- Children’s allergy testingFinding triggersfrom £140
- Consultant paediatricianAsthma, eczema & allergy£150
- Children’s GPSame-day flare-ups£140
Full fees on our price list. Any test or treatment is priced before you go ahead.
- Diagnosis and review of asthma and recurrent wheeze
- Inhaler technique and spacer training
- Written, personalised asthma action plans
- Eczema (atopic dermatitis) assessment and treatment
- Emollient and topical-steroid plans, used safely
- Finding and managing triggers
- Advice on the links between eczema, asthma and allergy
- Repeat prescriptions and follow-up reviews
How it works
A plan you leave with
- A full assessment of your child’s symptoms and history.
- Simple breathing checks (such as peak flow) where they help.
- A clear diagnosis and treatment plan.
- Hands-on teaching of inhaler or emollient technique.
- A written action plan for home, school or nursery.
- Scheduled reviews to keep things controlled.
Book an asthma or eczema review
Leave with a clear, written plan for home, school or nursery.
Using treatment safely
Steroids, explained honestly
Are steroid creams safe?
Used correctly, topical steroids are safe and effective for eczema — and under-treating a flare often causes more harm than the treatment. We follow NICE and BTS/SIGN guidance, show you exactly how much to use, and review regularly so your child gets the lowest effective treatment.
Meet the team
The clinicians who see your child
Your child is seen by a named, GMC- or HCPC-registered clinician working within their own scope of practice — with the wider children’s team in the same building when more input is needed.
Dr Haydar Bolat
GP & Clinical DirectorFamily-medicine GP (MBBS, MRCGP, GMC 7138332). Sees children for everyday GP care and oversees child ADHD and autism assessment at the clinic.
Fees
Clear, up-front pricing
Consultation and assessment fees are set out on our price list, and any tests or treatments are explained and priced clearly before you go ahead — no surprises. Some services are priced on enquiry; just ask the clinic team.
Safety & consent
Safeguarding, consent & joined-up care
Safeguarding, consent and joined-up care with your NHS GP are part of every children’s appointment.
The safety of every child comes first
All our clinicians are trained in paediatric safeguarding (child protection) to the level their role requires, hold enhanced DBS checks, and work to national safeguarding guidance and our own safeguarding policy. If we are ever concerned about a child’s safety, we follow our safeguarding procedures and local child-protection pathways.
Consent and who should attend
A parent or legal guardian with parental responsibility should attend with children under 16, and we ask for the child’s and parent’s ID at the first visit. Where a young person is judged able to understand and decide about their own care (Gillick competence), we involve them fully while encouraging parental support.
Chaperones and privacy
A chaperone is offered for any examination, at no charge, and your child’s dignity and privacy are respected throughout. We keep clear, confidential records.
Working with your NHS GP
With your consent, we share relevant information with your child’s NHS GP so their care stays joined up and safe. You can ask for a copy of any letter or result.
What we don’t do here
- We are not an emergency service. If your child is seriously unwell — struggling to breathe, unresponsive, having a fit, a stiff neck or a rash that does not fade under a glass — call 999 or go to the nearest A&E. The Royal London Hospital (about 5 minutes’ walk) has a paediatric emergency department.
- We are an outpatient clinic and do not provide hospital admission or inpatient care.
- We do not provide crisis or emergency mental-health care — our children’s mental health clinic is for planned assessments and reviews.
Being clear about our limits is part of keeping your child safe. If your child needs urgent or emergency care, please use 999, NHS 111 or A&E.
Good to know
Common questions
Still have a question? Our team can help you choose the right appointment.
How do you diagnose asthma in children?
Through a careful history, examination and, where appropriate, simple breathing tests. Diagnosing asthma in young children can take time, and we explain our reasoning at each step.
Are steroid creams safe for my child’s eczema?
Yes, when used as directed. We give a clear plan for how much and how often, and review it so treatment stays safe and effective.
Can you check my child’s inhaler technique?
Yes — poor technique is one of the commonest reasons asthma isn’t controlled. We teach and check it with a spacer.
Do you provide an asthma action plan?
Yes — every child with asthma should have a written personalised action plan, and we provide one you can share with school.
How much does a children’s appointment cost?
A children’s consultation is £140 with one of our GPs or £150 with our consultant paediatrician, Dr Radka Velitchkova. Any tests or treatments are explained and priced before you go ahead — see our price list.
What ages do you see?
We see children and young people from birth to 18 — from newborn checks to teenage health.
Do I need a GP referral?
No. You can book directly. With your consent, we keep your child’s NHS GP informed so their records stay complete.
Who should come to the appointment with my child?
A parent or legal guardian with parental responsibility should attend with children under 16. Young people who are able to make decisions about their own care (Gillick competence) are fully involved, and we encourage parental support.
What should I bring?
Please bring your child’s and your own ID for the first visit, plus any letters, test results or a list of current medicines. Our team will tell you if anything else is needed when you book.
Can you send a letter or report to our NHS GP?
Yes — with your consent we share relevant information with your child’s NHS GP so care stays joined up, and you can ask for a copy of any letter or result.
Related services
Related children’s services
Every service below is available at the same Whitechapel clinic, so your child can move between them without a new referral.
Children’s Allergy Testing
Skin-prick and blood testing with a clear management plan.
Consultation from £140
Consultant Paediatrician
Consultant-led care for illness, chronic conditions and development.
Consultation £150
Areas we serve
Childhood asthma & eczema care in London
Our children’s clinic in Whitechapel diagnoses and manages childhood asthma, wheeze and eczema for families across East London and the City — with written action plans, safe treatment and regular review.
Our clinic at 97–99 Whitechapel Road, London E1, is a few minutes’ walk from Aldgate East and Whitechapel stations, and easy to reach from Stepney, Shadwell, Wapping, Bethnal Green, Mile End, Bow and Limehouse — as well as from Canary Wharf, the Isle of Dogs, Shoreditch, Hackney, Stratford and the City (Liverpool Street, Bank and Old Street). We are open 7 days a week, 9am–7pm.
- Whitechapel
- Aldgate
- Stepney
- Shadwell
- Wapping
- Bethnal Green
- Mile End
- Bow
- Limehouse
- Canary Wharf
- Isle of Dogs
- Shoreditch
- Hoxton
- Hackney
- Stratford
- City of London
- Liverpool Street
- Bank
- Old Street
- Clerkenwell
- Bermondsey
- Tower Bridge
Tower Bridge Hospital
97–99 Whitechapel Road, London E1 1DT — a few minutes’ walk from Aldgate East and Whitechapel stations. Open 7 days, 9am–7pm.
Children’s services · Whitechapel, East London
Get your child’s asthma or eczema under control
Book an assessment and leave with a clear, written plan for home and school.
Asthma & eczema review£140
Children’s GP consultation. No GP referral needed. Open 7 days, 9am–7pm.