Who we are:

Pendle Paediatrics is a private practice led by Dr Tom Leonard, MBChB, FRACP. Dr Tom is a dedicated general paediatrician who is committed to providing exceptional care to his local community and upholding the highest standards of paediatric medicine.

Originally from the North West of England, Dr Tom trained at the University of Liverpool and gained extensive experience working in NHS hospitals across the UK. He relocated to Brisbane in 2012 and has since worked in major public hospitals throughout Queensland and New South Wales, with the majority of his time spent at the Queensland Children’s Hospital in Brisbane.

Dr Tom has experience in a wide range of paediatric sub-specialties including:
Respiratory, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Neurology, Oncology, Neonatology, and Emergency Medicine.


What we do:

Holistic and Family Centred Approach
We formulate individualised and in-depth management plans that work for the patient and their caregivers.

Best Practice in Clinical Care
We take an evidence based approach to clinical care, utilising the most up-to-date research and guidelines to provide safe and effective care for our patients.

Care Coordination
We understand the challenges of dealing with complex health issues for our patients and their families. At Pendle Paediatrics we take the lead coordinating care between medical subspecialties, allied health professionals and educators.

Communication and Collaboration
We provide clear written and verbal communication to the patient, their families and other members of the multidisciplinary team to reduce delays and ensure optimal outcomes.