Autism and ADHD
Restricted eating / ARFID
Nutritional deficiencies
Slow weight gain
Weight management (obesity)
Introduction to solids
Food allergies / intolerances
Melanie trained as a dietitian at Griffith University, Queensland, and has been practicing as a dietitian since 2009. She completed the SOS Approach to Feeding Training in 2012 and has worked closely with paediatricians, occupational therapists and speech pathologists in multidisciplinary settings to specialise in children with autism spectrum disorder and food aversions.
Melanie takes a gentle, family-centred approach in the care she provides to infants, children and adolescents and is looking forward to supporting your family at Hobsons Bay Paediatrics!
Our Team
Dr Matthew How
MBBS, DCH, FRACP
Dr Matthew How is a dedicated Paediatrician with years of experience helping children thrive. He completed his medical degree at Monash University in 2011 and is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians having completed most of his paediatric training at The Children’s Hospital at Westmead, Sydney. Dr Matt has gone on to complete a two-year Certificate of Adolescent Psychiatry through Mindful (University of Melbourne).
Dr Matt is known for his warm and approachable nature and enjoys cheering parents on as they navigate parenthood and their child’s health journey. Outside of medicine, he enjoys tennis and spending time with his young family.
Melanie Bouras
Paediatric Dietician
Melanie has a wealth of knowledge and experience in all facets of paediatric dietetics, including:
Dr Claire Butler (currently on leave)
MBBS, DCH, FRACP
Claire is a General Paediatrician with a particular interest in developmental and behavioural paediatrics and adolescent medicine. Claire has experience in managing a broad range of medical, behavioural and developmental issues.
Claire completed her medical degree in Tasmania before moving to Melbourne to complete her paediatric training, mainly through the Royal Children’s Hospital and Monash Children’s Hospital. Claire also works for Western Health at the Melton Health Hub completing multidisciplinary autism assessments.
Claire enjoys working with families to nurture their children to meet their full potential from infancy to their teenage years. She genuinely cares about the families, children and young people she looks after as a Paediatrician.
Leanne
Hi, I'm Leanne, a member of the friendly reception team at Hobsons Bay Paediatrics. With a lifelong passion for customer service, I'm driven by the opportunity to make a positive impact on people's lives.
When I'm not working, you can find me planning my next travel adventure or rocking out at a concert - I've been lucky enough to travel to many countries and attend some amazing shows.
What I love about working at Hobsons Bay Paediatrics is the sense of community and teamwork. We're a dedicated team that always strives to go the extra mile for our patients and their families.
Hannah
Hi, I’m Hannah, I’m one of the friendly faces at the front desk of Hobsons Bay Paediatrics. Every day I get to combine my passion for customer service and my love of helping people, while keeping things organised and running smoothly.
Outside of work, I’m in my final year of midwifery studies and when I’m not working or studying, you’ll find me doing Pilates, watching Formula 1 (Forza Ferrari!), or spending quality time with my partner, our black and white cat Beans, and catching up with family and friends.
Hobsons Bay Paediatrics is a place full of care, kindness, and connection, and I’m so proud to be a part of this amazing team!