Other Services

  • Referral Information

    Children may experience a range of medical conditions that could benefit from the expertise of a pediatric specialist in a particular field. We emphasize the coordination of all healthcare providers involved in a child's treatment. Our role involves working with specialists to ensure the best care for your child, including providing guidance on when specialty care is recommended.

    In order to facilitate a productive relationship between the patient, primary care provider, and specialist, it is typically essential for us to conduct an initial assessment at our office before making a referral. This step enables us to furnish the specialist with comprehensive and current information regarding the child's health condition, as well as details about their recent physical examination. Additionally, this allows us the opportunity to potentially consult with the specialist via phone while the patient is present in our office, especially if the health concern requires urgent intervention. Patients consistently derive advantages from the constructive collaboration between primary care providers and specialists.
  • Chronic Care Management

    We are here to support you!

    If your child has a disability or a chronic illness, your journey may feel like the road less traveled. You probably have interactions with many different professionals and specialists. You need information, assistance, understanding, and support.

    We're here to help.

    If your child has significant medical needs, we will partner with you to help you manage your child's condition. We look forward to getting to know you and your child, and will be your dedicated point of contact through this journey.
  • Asthma Care

    Asthma & Allergy Management

    Our practice provides a comprehensive asthma and allergy management program for our patients. Our pediatricians are trained in the diagnosis and management of childhood asthma and allergies. Diagnosis is usually made during a sick visit when a child is wheezing or exhibiting symptoms of allergies. Occasionally, we may diagnose your child with asthma or allergies during a preventive care visit based on patient or parent concerns or our exam findings.

    Asthma Education

    We teach about environmental controls and avoidance of triggers. We also watch your child using his/her inhaler to confirm it is being used correctly. Information about caring for the medication devices that your child uses is provided and reviewed at every visit. We will provide an Asthma Action Plan for your child for school and will provide a Food Allergy Action Plan if needed.

    Maintence Visits

    Children with asthma should be seen in our office every 3-12 months depending on their severity of illness and their asthma control. Regular visits are required in order for us to evaluate your child prior to medication refills.

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  • Behavioral Health

    DOES YOUR CHILD NEED A BEHAVIORAL EVALUATION?

    WHAT WE DO

    In cooperation with community based mental health providers, we evaluate and treat children for behavior concerns and school problems including:

    • Inattention and lack of focus
    • Anxiety
    • Depression

    If you have concerns about your child's behavioral development, please call our office  and ask to speak to a nurse. We will discuss your concerns and gather information that will be used to determine how we can best help your child. If a Behavioral Evaluation with one of our providers is needed, we will schedule this visit for you and provide you with assessment tools that you can complete prior to the your visit.  We will let you know if we would like you complete one of the assessment tools below and bring it to the visit. 

    Assessment tools:

    What to Expect at a Behavioral Evaluation

    Both you and your child will then meet with the doctor who will perform a thorough history and assessment and develop a behavioral health management plan for your child. Our providers may recommend additional counseling with a mental health provider or testing with a psychologist to best serve your child.  

    If the provider prescribes medication, he/she will want to follow up with your child within 1 month to assess your child's progress and to determine if the medication can be refilled. A patient coordinator will schedule this appointment with you before you leave the office.

    Ongoing Medication Management

    After your child's initial evaluation, if medication is started, your child must be seen in 1 month in order to continue the medication. If your child is doing well with his/her medication, subsequent appointments will be scheduled every 3 months. 

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