Mr John CauchiPaediatric Surgeon in Malta
- Specialist Paediatric Surgeon
- Babies, children & teenagers
- Tongue-tie & hernias
Surgical care for babies, children and teenagers: hernias, hydroceles, undescended testes, foreskin problems, tongue-tie, lumps and cysts, and tummy pain needing a surgeon's opinion.
About Mr Cauchi
Mr John Cauchi is a specialist paediatric surgeon who diagnoses and surgically treats conditions in babies, children and teenagers. He sees patients at LifeScan in Naxxar.
His practice covers common and complex childhood surgical problems, including inguinal and umbilical hernias, hydroceles, undescended testes (cryptorchidism), foreskin conditions such as phimosis, and tongue-tie (ankyloglossia) affecting feeding in newborns and babies. He also treats benign skin lesions, lumps and cysts, and assesses tummy pain that needs a surgical opinion.
Surgery can be a worrying time for families, so Mr Cauchi puts gentle communication, clear explanations and child-friendly care first. At LifeScan he offers outpatient consultations and follow-up after surgery, supporting parents and children at every step.
How Mr Cauchi can help
Mr Cauchi sees babies, children and teenagers.
Groin & genital conditions
- Inguinal (groin) hernias
- Hydroceles
- Undescended testes (cryptorchidism)
- Foreskin problems, such as phimosis
Other childhood surgery
- Tongue-tie (ankyloglossia) affecting feeding
- Umbilical (belly button) hernias
- Skin lesions, lumps and cysts
- Tummy pain needing a surgical opinion
- Follow-up after surgery
Your appointment at LifeScan
- No referral is needed: book directly online and pick a time that suits you.
- Bring your child's health booklet with their vaccination record.
- Bring any previous reports, scan results or hospital letters.
- Tell us about any medicines your child takes and any allergies.
- If your child needs an ultrasound or X-ray, our paediatric imaging service is here on site.
Book an appointment with Mr John Cauchi
Choose a day and time below. The calendar shows Mr Cauchi's latest availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does Mr John Cauchi see patients?
Mr John Cauchi sees patients at LifeScan, 1 Wesghet il-Frott, Naxxar, Malta. You can book an appointment online at any time; the calendar on this page shows the latest availability.
What does a paediatric surgeon do?
A paediatric surgeon is a surgeon who specialises in babies, children and teenagers. They treat conditions that are present from birth as well as surgical problems that develop during childhood, and are trained to explain things clearly to both children and parents.
Can Mr Cauchi treat tongue-tie?
Yes. Mr Cauchi assesses and treats tongue-tie (ankyloglossia) in newborns and babies when it affects feeding. If your baby has trouble latching or feeding, he can check whether tongue-tie is the cause.
Does a hernia in a child need surgery?
An inguinal (groin) hernia in a child usually needs a small operation to repair it. Many umbilical (belly button) hernias close on their own in the first few years of life, so they are often watched first. Mr Cauchi will examine your child and advise on the best approach.
My son's testicle has not come down. Should he see a paediatric surgeon?
Yes. If a testicle has not come down into the scrotum by around three months of age, a paediatric surgical opinion is recommended. When an operation is needed, it is usually done in the first year or two of life.
Can my child have scans at LifeScan?
Yes. LifeScan has a dedicated paediatric imaging service for child-friendly ultrasound and X-ray, so any scans your child needs can usually be arranged at the same clinic.
Do I need a referral to see Mr Cauchi?
No. You can book directly online without a referral. If your GP or another doctor has given you a referral letter, please bring it with you.