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Dr S Soundappan

Verified Paediatric Pediatric Surgery Westmead

Dr S Soundappan

14 years of experience 5.0 (1 verified reviews)

4,351+
Patients seen
14
Years in practice
10
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr S Soundappan at a glance

Dr S Soundappan is a Paediatric Pediatric Surgery practitioner based in Westmead, Australia, practising at Universitat de València Teaching Hospital. They have 15+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de València (MD, 2008). Serves patients in Westmead, Australia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr. S. Soundappan is an accomplished General Paediatric Surgeon with extensive experience in the surgical management of infants, children, and adolescents. He is currently the Head of Trauma at The Children’s Hospital at Westmead and a Senior Lecturer in Paediatric Surgery at The University of Sydney.
Dr. Soundappan completed his undergraduate medical training at Madras Medical College, India in 1989, and his Paediatric Surgery training at The Institute of Child Health, Chennai in 1996. He relocated to Sydney in 2002, and went on to obtain his Fellowship in Paediatric Surgery from the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) in 2008.
In addition to his clinical expertise, Dr. Soundappan is a dedicated academic and researcher. He was awarded a PhD from the University of Sydney in 2021, focusing on the use of ultrasound performed by surgeons in children, and has authored over 50 peer-reviewed publications.
Dr. Soundappan’s practice encompasses the full spectrum of paediatric surgical care, with particular expertise in:
Minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgery
Trauma care in children
Colorectal and anorectal surgery
Hirschsprung’s disease
Hypospadias surgery
Neonatal surgery
Ultrasound in paediatric surgery
Known for his compassionate, family-centred approach, Dr. Soundappan combines surgical precision with a commitment to innovation and education, ensuring the highest standards of care for his young patients.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr S Soundappan

Education & training

  1. 2002–2008 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de València, Westmead (AU)
  2. 2008–2012 Residency · Paediatric Pediatric Surgery
    Universidad de Sevilla, Westmead (AU)
  3. 2012–2013 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Karolinska Stockholm, SE

Career & appointments

  1. 2012-09–2013-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Paediatric Pediatric Surgery

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AU — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AU-966319 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Paediatric Pediatric Surgery
#EB-577FB5D6 · issued 2013 · renewal 2023
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 503
Annual physical exam 99395 633
Vaccination administration 90471 713
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 830

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 60 min in_clinic 270.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 90 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

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HEADSHOT
S Soundappan in consultation
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CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 114s
Meet S Soundappan

Research & publications

h-index: 3 · i10: 8

  1. European registry analysis of Paediatric Pediatric Surgery outcomes
    S Soundappan, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.1976/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 31303183 · cited by 199
  2. Outcomes of Paediatric Pediatric Surgery in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    S Soundappan, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.4617/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 38037052 · cited by 133
  3. European registry analysis of Paediatric Pediatric Surgery outcomes
    S Soundappan, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.7674/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 35851270 · cited by 123

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Paediatric Pediatric Surgery European Annual Congress (Paediatric Pediatric Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Paediatric Pediatric Surgery National Society Meeting · Westmead · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Paediatric Pediatric Surgery — Westmead · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
  • 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2013
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2013
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2013

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Paediatric Pediatric Surgery
  • Awareness When should you see a paediatric pediatric surgery?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · soundappan.soundappan.sannappa.venkatraman@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

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Patient reviews

1 verified reviews
5.00
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5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.8
Staff Friendliness
5.0
Ease Of Appointment
4.9
Value For Money
4.9
Would Recommend Pct
99.0
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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr S Soundappan's Areas of Specialty

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Paediatric Pediatric Surgery

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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    S Soundappan specialises in Paediatric Pediatric Surgery in Westmead, AU. 15 years of clinical experience.

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    S Soundappan speaks English.

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