Travel vaccination and immunisation services in Melbourne
Specialist care for babies, children and families in Parkville, Tarneit and Hawthorn.
At Kids Travel Doc, our experienced paediatricians and immunisation nurses help you plan vaccinations with confidence. We review your child's health, vaccination history and travel plans, explain your options and provide support after your visit.
BCG vaccination for babies and children
Every BCG appointment includes a specialist paediatrician assessment, vaccination by an experienced immunisation nurse when appropriate, and personalised aftercare advice. We assess your child's individual tuberculosis risk and help you plan vaccination before travel.
Learn more about BCG vaccination
Family travel health consultations
Prepare for your trip with advice tailored to your destination, itinerary and each family member's age and medical needs. We can review vaccinations for children and parents together, discuss malaria prevention and suitable medicines, and advise on mosquito bites, food and water safety and staying well overseas.
Travel vaccines
We recommend vaccines based on your itinerary, medical history and individual risk. Not every traveller needs every vaccine.
Hepatitis A and typhoid
Assessment and vaccination for travellers who may be exposed through contaminated food or water, with advice suited to your child's age and destination.
Japanese encephalitis
Individual advice about vaccination for travel where Japanese encephalitis may be a risk, taking account of where you stay, your activities and the length of your trip.
Rabies
Vaccination before travel and practical advice about avoiding animal bites and seeking urgent care after an exposure. Dose sparing intradermal vaccination is available for suitable travellers.
Yellow fever
As an approved yellow fever vaccination centre, we assess suitability, provide vaccination when appropriate and discuss the vaccination documentation required for your itinerary.
Dengue
Specialist assessment and dengue vaccination for eligible travellers. We review age, previous dengue infection, destination and medical history before recommending vaccination.
Early measles vaccination
Advice about early MMR vaccination for infants travelling overseas, together with a plan for their subsequent routine doses.
Influenza and other travel vaccines
Influenza vaccination and review of other vaccines relevant to your journey. Bring your immunisation records so we can identify any gaps and plan the timing of doses.
Personalised immunisation
Complex vaccination advice
Specialist review for children with medical conditions or questions about vaccine suitability. We explain the options and plan care around your child's individual needs.
Support for children who are anxious about needles
A child focused approach with time to discuss concerns and plan practical ways to make vaccination more manageable. Please tell us about needle anxiety when booking.
More than a vaccination appointment
Our paediatricians bring expertise in children's health and development, working alongside highly experienced immunisation nurses. You receive a personalised plan, time for questions and guidance on what to expect afterwards.
Book an appointment
Visit us in Parkville, Tarneit or Hawthorn. Book early so we can plan your family's care. Travelling soon? Contact us with your departure date so we can advise on the next step.
For Parkville and Tarneit enquiries, call 03 9969 9969 or email hello@kidsdoc.au. See our clinic locations for directions and Hawthorn booking details.
Bring your vaccination records and travel itinerary, and arrange a GP referral for specialist care and applicable Medicare rebates. Visit our FAQ page for appointment information.