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posted: Nov. 17, 2021.

Diabetes is on the rise, and not just in adults. More and more children in the US are being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes used to be Read more

Does My Child Have a Concussion?

posted: Nov. 08, 2021.

A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that occurs as a result of a blow to the head. Since concussions can be serious, it’s important that you’re able to recognize Read more

Bike Safety for Your Child

posted: Oct. 20, 2021.

Just like responsible parents, our pediatricians are interested in keeping your children well – this includes helping your kids stay safe while riding their bikes. The National Safety Council reports Read more

Is Your Child Struggling With Potty Training?

posted: Oct. 04, 2021.

Potty training is a big moment for your child and is something that may challenge them in many ways. Unfortunately, many young ones do struggle during this process and may Read more

Cleft Lips and Cleft Palate

posted: Sep. 22, 2021.

The day your child is born is one of the most exciting moments in a parent’s life. Of course, finding out your precious newborn has a cleft lip or palate Read more

FAQs About Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease

posted: Sep. 10, 2021.

Hand, foot and mouth disease isn’t a childhood infection that’s often discussed but should be. After all, this communicable viral infection is more common in young children than most people Read more

Your Baby and Cradle Cap

posted: Aug. 13, 2021.

Noticing rough, scaly patches of skin on your newborn’s scalp? If so, this is a sign of cradle cap. This condition (also known as infantile seborrheic dermatitis) is fairly common Read more

Does My Child Need Glasses?

posted: Aug. 05, 2021.

We all want our children to be healthy and to have the best chance for success, especially once they start school. Of course, your child must be getting regular vision Read more

Your Child and the Importance of Vitamin D

posted: Jul. 16, 2021.

Vitamin D deficiency is incredibly widespread in the US, and not just with adults! In fact, about one in 10 children in the US are deficient in vitamin D and Read more

Preventing Pediatric Heat Stroke

posted: Jun. 29, 2021.

Climate change has certainly caused the temperatures to climb here in the US, especially during the summer. While we know that kids love to play outdoors, when temperatures are high Read more

What Is Pediatric Urinary Incontinence or Enuresis?

posted: Jun. 22, 2021.

While children under 3 years old will not have control over their bladders, older kids that still have issues with bladder control may have something known as urinary incontinence or Read more

Keeping Up With Your Child's Immunization Schedule

posted: Jun. 01, 2021.

We understand that bringing your child in for a shot certainly isn’t fun for anyone, but keeping your child updated on vaccines is one of the most effective ways to Read more

FAQs about Children's Nutrition

posted: May 19, 2021.

When you turn to your pediatrician for nutritional advice or help, they will always take a personalized approach to help your child meet their nutritional goals, whether that’s losing weight, Read more

Symptoms Of Your Child's Ear Infection

posted: May 04, 2021.

Wondering if your child might be dealing with an ear infection? While you will certainly know when you’re dealing with an ear infection; unfortunately kids, particularly newborns and toddlers, can’t tell Read more

Know the Symptoms of Mononucleosis

posted: Apr. 15, 2021.

Mono, nicknamed the “kissing disease” because of how easily it spreads from person to person, is a viral infection caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). Pediatricians most often see this Read more

Bringing Your Child in for Whooping Cough

posted: Mar. 30, 2021.

Pertussis, more commonly referred to as whooping cough, is a contagious bacterial infection of the lungs. The nickname comes from the “whooping” sound that occurs when a child breathes. While Read more