Paediatrician: when to go and what it costs
A paediatrician is a specialist in children's diseases who treats babies, children and adolescents. You can see a private paediatrician without a referral.
Over the next 7 days: 3204 available appointments in 25 cities; the soonest Sat 17 Oct in Espoo (Mehiläinen).
- available in 7 days
- 3204
- soonest appointment
- Sat 17 Oct
- cheapest appointment
- €145.90
- cities
- 25
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Appointments and prices updated 16/10/2026. Texts checked 16/10/2026.
What does a paediatrician do?
A paediatrician treats children's infections such as ear and respiratory infections, as well as allergies, asthma, stomach problems and rashes. They also follow growth and development and assess long-lasting symptoms.
When to see a paediatrician
- A child's fever, earache or cough
- Allergy or asthma symptoms
- Stomach problems or a rash
- Questions about growth or development
Do I need a referral for a paediatrician?
As a self-paying patient you can see a private doctor without a referral. Kela reimburses part of a doctor's appointment fee; often it is deducted from the bill when you show your Kela card.
Available paediatrician appointments by city
Available appointments over the next 7 days. Cheapest is the lowest price estimate the provider shows self-paying patients in its booking.
| City | Available | First available | Cheapest | Providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turku | 717 | Sat 17 Oct | €154.10 | Mehiläinen, Terveystalo, Pihlajalinna |
| Helsinki | 532 | Sat 17 Oct | €145.90 | Mehiläinen, Pihlajalinna, Terveystalo |
| Espoo | 360 | Sat 17 Oct | €159.10 | Mehiläinen, Terveystalo, Pihlajalinna |
| Vantaa | 293 | Sat 17 Oct | €168.10 | Mehiläinen, Terveystalo |
| Oulu | 243 | Sat 17 Oct | €162.10 | Mehiläinen, Terveystalo, Pihlajalinna |
| Tampere | 191 | Sat 17 Oct | €174.10 | Mehiläinen, Terveystalo, Pihlajalinna |
| Kuopio | 177 | Sat 17 Oct | €160.10 | Pihlajalinna, Mehiläinen, Terveystalo |
| Lahti | 126 | Sat 17 Oct | €150.10 | Mehiläinen, Pihlajalinna |
| Kotka | 67 | Mon 19 Oct | €200.10 | Mehiläinen |
| Salo | 65 | Sun 18 Oct | €153.60 | Mehiläinen, Terveystalo |
| Lohja | 65 | Sun 18 Oct | €149.10 | Mehiläinen |
| Kouvola | 63 | Mon 19 Oct | €151.10 | Mehiläinen, Terveystalo |
| Porvoo | 59 | Sat 17 Oct | €169.10 | Mehiläinen, Terveystalo |
| Jyväskylä | 49 | Sat 17 Oct | €169.10 | Mehiläinen, Pihlajalinna, Terveystalo |
| Kirkkonummi | 37 | Mon 19 Oct | €181.60 | Terveystalo |
| Pori | 31 | Mon 19 Oct | €177.10 | Mehiläinen, Terveystalo |
| Hämeenlinna | 28 | Mon 19 Oct | €154.10 | Mehiläinen, Pihlajalinna, Terveystalo |
| Hyvinkää | 27 | Mon 19 Oct | €157.10 | Mehiläinen |
| Joensuu | 26 | Mon 19 Oct | €177.90 | Mehiläinen, Pihlajalinna |
| Lappeenranta | 18 | Tue 20 Oct | €182.10 | Mehiläinen |
| Kokkola | 11 | Mon 19 Oct | €209.60 | Terveystalo |
| Rovaniemi | 7 | Wed 21 Oct | €184.60 | Terveystalo |
| Mikkeli | 6 | Tue 20 Oct | €199.90 | Pihlajalinna |
| Seinäjoki | 3 | Sat 17 Oct | €217.60 | Terveystalo |
| Iisalmi | 3 | Wed 21 Oct | €209.60 | Terveystalo |
| Vaasa | 0 | – | – | – |
How much does a paediatrician appointment cost?
Prices from the providers' public price lists, service and Kanta fees included.
Remote paediatrician appointments
Over the next 7 days: 1764 paediatrician appointments by video or phone, which you can take from anywhere.
Frequently asked questions
Up to what age do children see a paediatrician?
A paediatrician usually treats children and adolescents up to about 16–18 years. Check the age limit in the booking.
Where can I see a paediatrician soonest?
Over the next 7 days the soonest available appointment is Sat 17 Oct in Espoo: Mehiläinen, Mehiläinen Espoo Leppävaara. Most available appointments: Turku 717, Helsinki 532, Espoo 360.
Where is the cheapest paediatrician appointment?
The cheapest available appointment over the next 7 days is €145.90 (Pihlajalinna, Pihlajalinna Dextra Munkkivuori, Helsinki, Thu 22 Oct). The price is the booking's estimate for self-paying patients.
Can I see a paediatrician remotely?
Yes: over the next 7 days there are 1764 video or phone appointments open to all of Finland.
Can I find an English-speaking paediatrician?
Over the next 7 days: 2870 available appointments with doctors known to speak English. You can filter the search by language.