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Specialises in

• Neonatal medicine
• Paediatric gastroenterology, hepatology & nutrition

• Paediatric immunology, infectious diseases & allergy
• Paediatric respiratory medicine

• Paediatric rheumatology

Offers

• Face-to-face consultations
• Video and telephone consultations

About me

Consultant Paediatrician (0�18) | All Child Health Concerns | Hypermobility & Joint Pain Specialist
Dr Aashish Gupta is a highly experienced Consultant Paediatrician with over 26 years of experience, including 13 years as an NHS Consultant in Essex. He provides expert care for children from birth to 18 years, supporting families with both common and complex child health concerns.
He specialises in general paediatrics, assessing and managing a wide range of conditions including recurrent infections, asthma, allergies, abdominal pain, growth concerns, and developmental issues.
Dr Gupta has particular expertise in:

Hypermobility, joint pain and musculoskeletal problems in children
Newborn and infant health (feeding difficulties, reflux, milk allergy, excessive crying)
Unexplained or ongoing symptoms such as fatigue, generalised pain, abdomen pain, constipation and persistent health concerns

He is often consulted by parents seeking clear answers when symptoms are complex, ongoing, or difficult to diagnose.
Known for his calm, thorough and family-centred approach, Dr Gupta takes time to listen carefully to both children and their parents. He provides clear explanations, detailed assessments, and personalised treatment plans, helping families feel reassured and confident about their child's care.
He offers:

Face-to-face consultations
Telephone appointments
Urgent appointments where required

Dr Gupta completed his paediatric training in London and the East of England.
His qualifications include:

FRCPCH (Fellow of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health)
MRCPCH
Master's Degree in Paediatrics
Master's in Medical & Healthcare Education

He is actively involved in medical education and leadership, and currently serves as:

Year 5 Lead, ARU Medical School
Sub-Dean for Undergraduate Medical Education, Basildon University Hospital

His commitment to education reflects his dedication to maintaining the highest standards of patient care.

Parents often seek Dr Gupta's opinion when they want clear answers, reassurance, and a structured plan for their child's health.

Areas of interest

General paediatrics (0-18 years); newborn and infant health (feeding difficulties, reflux, excessive crying, milk allergy); growth and developmental assessment; recurrent infections; asthma, cough and breathing problems; allergies including cow's milk protein allergy; feeding and nutritional issues; gastrointestinal conditions (abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhoea); skin conditions (eczema, rashes); paediatric rheumatology and musculoskeletal conditions including hypermobility, joint and limb pain, chronic pain and fatigue; headaches, dizziness and funny turns; urinary problems (UTIs, bedwetting); lumps and lymph nodes; thyroid conditions; heart murmurs; general child health assessments and second opinions.

Medical secretaries

• Amy Lockwood
• 07359 224993
• Amy.Lockwood3@nhs.net

• Amy Lockwood
• paediatricsecretary@gmail.com