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It can be difficult to know who to turn to when your child needs medical attention. Parents are increasingly using urgent care clinics as their primary health care source, when the reality is that using a pediatrician may be a better choice for your child. Children often present different symptoms than adults, and medical treatment can be very different too. Pediatricians specialize in diagnosing and treating illnesses and conditions specifically in children. A pediatrician’s role is to p ... [Read More]
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Treating Children When Parents Are Sick
It can be miserable enough when you’re sick, but having to take care of a sick child at the same time can make it even tougher. You may naturally want to focus solely on your child, but you’ll be sacrificing your own health in the process. Let’s talk about some of the key things you can do to ensure you both get back to full health as quickly as possible: Get Plenty of Rest Sick children and sick adults all need more sleep and rest when they are fighting an illness. Forget the dirty dishes a ... [Read More]
Pregnancy Questions: When Should You Start Looking for a Pediatrician?
New parents, congratulations on the soon-to-be newest addition to your family. It’s crucial to keep your baby healthy in the beginning stages of his or her development, and a pediatrician can definitely help you maintain that. It's smarter to plan ahead and start looking for your child’s pediatrician while you're still pregnant. It takes some time and research to find a pediatrician that you like and respect. You also want to do it while you’re pregnant because you’ll have your hands full enough ... [Read More]
At What Age Does My Child Stop Going to a Pediatrician
One day you stepped into the pediatrician's office with your child for the very first visit. The next thing you know, they may be too old to be visiting a pediatrician anymore. You have probably wondered what is the right age when your child can (or should) switch from a pediatrician to an adult physician. Young adults have different medical needs than a child, and they are susceptible to different conditions. From coping with hormonal changes to counseling about birth ... [Read More]
The Benefits of Going to a Pediatrician vs a Family Medicine Doctor
If you have a child, it’s easy to worry when they get sick. You may be wondering whether you should see a pediatrician or the family doctor. While physicians in both fields can provide excellent primary care, the biggest difference is the care they provide children. Benefits of Choosing a Pediatrician A pediatrician is specially trained to care for children. Their field requires that they have three full years of pediatric residency following their medical school education. When you see a p ... [Read More]
