Please take a moment to read our most commonly asked questions. We’re always available to answer your questions and encourage you to contact our office if you have a question that is not answered below.
Q: What is a Pediatrician?
A: A pediatrician is a medical doctor who specializes in the care of children. Pediatricians have undergone special training in the health and illnesses of infants, teens and young adults, and the majority of pediatricians are certified by the American Board of Pediatrics after passing a comprehensive exam. Pediatricians provide preventive health care for children in good health and medical care for children who are acutely or chronically ill. They also provide parents with support and advice with issues such as growth and development, safety and prevention, nutrition, and emotional wellness to foster a lifetime of good health.
Q: Can I meet my pediatrician before my baby is born?
A: Yes, in fact we strongly encourage parents-to-be to schedule a FREE 15 minute one-on-one meet & greet with a Pediatrician of your choice. This is a great way to get acquainted with our office and we can answer any questions that you have about our practice or your new child. Please call our office to schedule your visit.
Q: How often should my child see the pediatrician?
A: Your child should not only see the pediatrician for an illness. It is also important to schedule well-child-care exams regularly, beginning in infancy. Also called well-care visits, preventative visits, or checkups, these routine examinations provide the best opportunity for the doctor to observe the progress of your child’s physical and mental growth and development; to counsel and teach parents; to detect problems through screening tests; to provide immunizations, and to get to know one another. Well-care visits are strongly recommended as part of preventive pediatric care. Well-child visits are also a good time for parents to raise questions and concerns about a child’s development, behavior, nutrition, safety and overall well-being. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends this schedule for routine well-care visits:
*3 to 5 days
*1 month
*2 months
*4 months
*6 months
*9 months
*12 months
*15 months
*18 months
*24 months
*30 months
*3 years
*4 years
*And once every year thereafter for an annual health supervision visit that includes a physical exam as well as a developmental, behavioral, and learning assessment.
Q: What is the best way to schedule an appointment with your office?
A: You can schedule an appointment by calling our office during regular business hours.
Q: Is your office accepting new patients?
A: Yes, we always welcome new patients. Contact our office for additional information or to request an Appointment.
Q: When are you open?
A: Medical Office Hours of Operation are Mon to Fri 8.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m.
Billing Office Hours of Operations are Mon to Fri 6.30 a.m. – 3.30 p.m.
Q: Where can I download forms?
A: Click here to visit our Forms page.
Q: What is your Vaccination Policy?
A: Click here for our Vaccination Policy.
Q: What is your Appointment Cancellation Policy?
A: Click here for our Cancellation Policy.
