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  • Signs of Appendicitis

    posted: Oct. 09, 2019.

    Truth is, anyone with an appendix can get appendicitis—even our children. Appendicitis is a painful inflammation of the hollow, finger-shaped organ attached to the end of the large intestine. If Read more
  • Kids and Sore Throats

    posted: Sep. 18, 2019.

    In infants, toddlers and preschoolers, the most frequent cause of sore throats is a viral infection. No specific medicine is required when a virus is responsible, and the child should Read more
  • Keep Your Kids Safe from Concussions

    posted: Sep. 06, 2019.

    A hit to the head during a soccer game or a hard fall from skateboarding may result in a serious head injury and even a concussion. The American Academy of Read more
  • Dealing With Your Child's Fever

    posted: Aug. 21, 2019.

    Generally, a fever is brought on by an infection from a virus or bacterial infection. While many times a parent’s first instinct is to worry when their child has a Read more
  • FAQs About Car Seats and Recommendations

    posted: Aug. 05, 2019.

    Kids may complain about being restrained in the car, but car seats and booster seats save lives. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that using a car Read more
  • Treating Mono in Your Child

    posted: Jul. 17, 2019.

    Has your child been uncharacteristically fatigued as of late? Whereas before they were running and jumping around, now they seem more sluggish and uninterested. Perhaps this weary state has also Read more
  • What Happens During a Child Physical Exam?

    posted: Jul. 02, 2019.

    Once your child is born it’s amazing just how quickly they grow and develop. It seems like you blink and suddenly they are talking and walking. During these important milestones Read more
  • Treating Diabetes in Your Child

    posted: Jun. 17, 2019.

    If your child has just been diagnosed with diabetes, it’s important that you have a pediatrician you can turn to in order to create a customized and effective treatment plan. Read more
  • Treating Sports Injuries

    posted: Jun. 04, 2019.

    Your child's sports injury can be treated just as your injury was. Or, can it? Your pediatrician knows that a child's body is still developing, responding differently to acute and Read more
  • Mental Health Wellness and Your Child

    posted: May 16, 2019.

    It’s easy for parents to be able to pinpoint when there is something physically wrong with their child. They may have a fever, body aches, or abdominal pain. When these Read more
  • What is Autism?

    posted: May 03, 2019.

    What is Autism? Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or autism, is a developmental disability that can cause significant communication, communication, and behavioral challenges. The thinking, learning, and problem-solving abilities of individuals with Read more
  • Signs Your Child May Have the Flu

    posted: Apr. 19, 2019.

    Your child just woke up with a runny nose, an elevated temperature and body aches. Could this just be a passing cold or could it be the flu? It’s important Read more
  • Proper Nutrition Habits

    posted: Apr. 12, 2019.

    Why Proper Nutrition is Important As a parent, it goes without saying that you want what is best for your child. Making sure that your little ones grow up healthy, happy, Read more
  • Why Hearing Screenings Are Important For Your Child

    posted: Feb. 15, 2019.

    A hearing screening is the easiest way to determine if your child is suffering from hearing loss. Thanks to a hearing screening, your pediatrician can determine the degree of hearing Read more
  • What is Whooping Cough?

    posted: Feb. 06, 2019.

    Named after the characteristic sound of its notorious coughing fits, whooping cough is an extraordinarily uncomfortable condition that typically manifests itself in babies and in children ages 11 to 18 Read more
  • Caring For Your Newborn

    posted: Jan. 17, 2019.

    There is a lot of care and work that goes into raising a newborn, and your pediatrician is here to help right from the beginning. Your pediatrician typically sees your Read more