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      Sally E. Mitchell
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions

      Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

      501 6th Avenue South, 
      Saint Petersburg, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Sally Mitchell is a Professor in the Johns Hopkins Medicine Department of Radiology and Radiological Science and an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics. Her areas of clinical expertise include pediatric interventional, vascular anomalies, hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT) management of pulmonary arteriovenous malformations, varicocele embolization and evaluation of pediatric renovascular hypertension. Dr. Mitchell serves as the Medical Director of Johns Hopkins HHT Center, the Director of Vascular Anomalies Interventional, the Director of Pediatric Interventional and Associate Director of Interventional Radiology Center at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Dr. Mitchell graduated summa cum laude from Ohio University and completed her medical training with an M.D. from Ohio State University. After her residency in diagnostic radiology at the University of Cincinnati, she completed a fellowship there in computed tomography (CT), ultrasound and interventional radiology. She continued subspecialty training at Johns Hopkins in interventional radiology and subsequently joined the faculty. Dr. Mitchell's research interests include vascular malformations and HHT. Dr. Mitchell is a Fellow of the Society of Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology and Fellow of the Cardiovascular and Interventional Society of Europe. She is a member of the International Society for the Study of Vascular Anomalies, the American College of Radiology and the Radiological Society of North America. Dr. Mitchell is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM), Pulmonary Arteriovenous Fistula, Arteriovenous Malformation, and Congenital Arteriovenous Shunt.

      Eliot S. Katz
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Pediatric Pulmonology
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Pediatric Pulmonology

      Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

      501 6th Avenue South, Floor 2, Floor 2, 
      Saint Petersburg, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Katz is the Medical Director of the Sleep Center at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. He joined the medical staff in 2023. He sees patients at the main campus in St. Petersburg, Florida, as well as at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Outpatient Care, Sarasota. Dr. Katz earned his medical degree from McGill University. He completed his internship and residency in pediatrics at the University of California, Irvine Medical Center. He also completed a fellowship in pediatric pulmonology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. His clinical interests include sleep-disordered breathing, infant breathing disturbances and hypersomnia. His research interests are focused on the pathophysiology of obstructive sleep apnea in children. Dr. Katz is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Micrognathia, Cerebral Hypoxia, Adenoidectomy, and Gastrostomy.

      Expertise in
      18
      conditions
      Expertise in
      18
      conditions

      Florida Pediatric Ophthalmology And Strabismus

      5106 North Armenia Avenue, Suite 5, Suite 5, 
      Tampa, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      David Morrison is a Pediatrics provider in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Morrison is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Strabismus, Brown Syndrome, Esotropia, Cataract Removal, and Tenotomy.

      Expertise in
      103
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      103
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

      Volusia Medical Center LLC

      161 N Causeway, Suite A, 
      New Smyrna Beach, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish, Vietnamese
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Priscilla Luong is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. Dr. Luong is highly rated in 103 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Obesity. Dr. Luong is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Pediatrics
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Pediatrics

      Pediatric Physician Services - Radiology

      501 6th Avenue South, 
      St Petersburg, FL 
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Gujarati , Hindi
      Offers Telehealth

      Amit Daftari is a Pediatrics provider in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Daftari has been practicing medicine for over 17 years is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Ascites, Pleurisy, CAPOS Syndrome, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Expertise in
      2
      conditions
      Expertise in
      2
      conditions
      1600 Sw Archer Rd, 
      Gainesville, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Eric Nelson is a Pediatrics provider in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Nelson is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Diarrhea and Undescended Testicle.

      Expertise in
      2
      conditions
      Expertise in
      2
      conditions

      UF Health Jacksonville Emergency Room

      655 W 8th St, 
      Jacksonville, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Phyllis Hendry is a Pediatrics provider in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Hendry is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Pain, Chronic Pain, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Tetanus.

      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      2140 E Edgewood Dr, 
      Lakeland, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Katherine Lorch is a Pediatrics provider in Lakeland, Florida. Dr. Lorch is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Delayed Growth, and Developmental Dysphasia Familial. Dr. Lorch is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      1600 SW Archer Rd, 
      Gainesville, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      . Dr. Symons is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Viral Gastroenteritis, Scarlet Fever, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C).

      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      4932 W State Road 46 Ste 1090, 
      Sanford, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Colleen Mcleod is a Pediatrics provider in Sanford, Florida. Dr. Mcleod is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Scarlet Fever, Croup, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, and Roseola. Dr. Mcleod is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      85
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      85
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

      Soma Medical Center PA 10

      1402 Royal Palm Beach Blvd, Suite 200, 
      Royal Palm Beach, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Rafael Nunez is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Royal Palm Beach, Florida. Dr. Nunez is highly rated in 85 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Cirrhosis, Xanthoma, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Nunez is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      84
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      84
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

      Internal Medicine And Pediatrics Wellness Center

      6038 W Nordling Loop, 
      Crystal River, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Carlene Wilson is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Crystal River, Florida. Dr. Wilson is highly rated in 84 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Wilson is currently accepting new patients.

      Natalia Ballesteros
      Expertise in
      24
      conditions
      Expertise in
      24
      conditions

      Children's Urology Group PL

      4712 North Armenia Avenue, Suite 200, Suite 200, 
      Tampa, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish

      Dr. Ballesteros specializes in pediatric urology in the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital Department of Surgery. She earned her medical degree from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee. She completed an internship in general surgery and a residency in urology from the University of Louisville. Dr. Ballesteros then completed a pediatric urology fellowship from Nicklaus Children’s Hospital in Miami. She also has a certification of fellowship in da Vinci® Surgery in pediatric urology. Dr. Ballesteros is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Testicular Torsion, Undescended Testicle, Hydrocele, Hypospadias, and Orchiectomy.

      Sisir Botta
      Expertise in
      23
      conditions
      Pediatrics
      Expertise in
      23
      conditions
      Pediatrics

      Children's Urology Group PL

      4712 North Armenia Avenue, Suite 200, Suite 200, 
      Tampa, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish, Telugu

      Dr. Botta specializes in pediatric urology in the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital Department of Surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee College of Medicine. Dr. Botta trained at Medical College of Georgia and completed a fellowship in urology at the University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Botta is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hypospadias, Undescended Testicle, Prune Belly Syndrome, and Hydrocele.

      Expertise in
      61
      conditions
      Expertise in
      61
      conditions

      Andrea B. Trowers MD PA

      585 NE 92nd St, 
      Miami Shores, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Andrea Trowers is a Pediatrics provider in Miami Shores, Florida. Dr. Trowers is highly rated in 61 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Contact Dermatitis, Dyschromatosis Universalis Hereditaria, Hypomelanotic Disorder, and Griscelli Syndrome.

      Stacie L. Stapleton
      Expertise in
      11
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Palliative Medicine | Pediatric Hematology Oncology
      Expertise in
      11
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Palliative Medicine | Pediatric Hematology Oncology

      Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

      Saint Petersburg, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Dr. Stapleton is the division chief of oncology and director of pediatric neuro-oncology at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. Dr. Stapleton joined the hospital in 2007. She has formal training in pediatric neuro-oncology. She received the Armstrong Award for Quality and Patient Safety for Johns Hopkins All Children's in the 2024 Johns Hopkins Medicine Clinical Awards. Dr. Stapleton is on the Pediatric Palliative Care Team at Johns Hopkins All Children’s, and she specializes in symptom control and end of life care. She has been awarded numerous grants for phase I studies for patients with brain and spinal cord tumors as well as clinical research in pediatric palliative care. Dr. Stapleton’s research experience includes investigator-initiated and multi-center research projects. Dr. Stapleton is an associate professor of pediatrics at the University of South Florida and an assistant professor in the department of pediatrics at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Stapleton completed her medical training at St. Louis University School of Medicine, residency training at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas and fellowship training at Baylor College of Medicine/Texas Children’s Hospital. Dr. Stapleton also served 13 years in the United States Air Force. Dr. Stapleton is a member of the American Board of Pediatrics, the Children’s Oncology Group, the Society of Neuro-Oncology, American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, and America Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine. Dr. Stapleton is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Medulloblastoma, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, Glioma, Histiocytosis, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Expertise in
      55
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      55
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

      Smh Physician Services Inc

      5350 University Pkwy, Suite 101, 
      Sarasota, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Nicholas Sutera is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Sutera is highly rated in 55 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Sutera is currently accepting new patients.

      Sudarsan R. Kamisetty
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Adolescent Medicine
      Expertise in
      4
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Adolescent Medicine

      Doctor K Pediatrics

      681 W. Lumsden Rd,, 
      Brandon, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Kannada, Spanish, Tamil, Telugu
      Accepting New Patients

      Sudarsan Kamisetty is an Adolescent Medicine provider in Brandon, Florida. Dr. Kamisetty is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Herpangina, Roseola, Scarlet Fever, and Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS). Dr. Kamisetty is currently accepting new patients.

      Ashraf A. Affan
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions

      Angel Kids Pediatrics

      13241 Bartram Park Blvd Unit 209, 
      Jacksonville, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, Sundanese
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ashraf Affan is a Pediatrics provider in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Affan is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Herpangina, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Croup. Dr. Affan is currently accepting new patients.

      Michelle Zetoony
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions

      Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

      Saint Petersburg, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Zetoony is a physician in the Sleep Center at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. She earned her doctorate of osteopathic medicine from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed an internship and a residency in internal medicine at Northside Hospital and the Tampa Bay Heart Institute in St. Petersburg, Florida. She then completed a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine at Botsford General Hospital in Farmington Hills, Michigan, and a fellowship in sleep medicine at the University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey. Dr. Zetoony is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Central Sleep Apnea, Narcolepsy, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

      Expertise in
      52
      conditions
      Pediatrics
      Expertise in
      52
      conditions
      Pediatrics

      Office

      3100 SW 62nd Ave, 
      Miami, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ana Duarte is a Pediatrics provider in Miami, Florida. Dr. Duarte is highly rated in 52 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Comedones, Ecthyma, Molluscum Contagiosum, and Pityriasis Lichenoides.

      Tony A. Sochet
      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      Expertise in
      1
      conditions

      Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

      Saint Petersburg, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Polish

      Dr. Sochet is an expert clinician and translational scientist within the field of pediatric critical care medicine and an Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine at Johns Hopkins University located at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital. He joined the Johns Hopkins All Children's staff in 2016. Dr. Sochet earned his medical degree at Florida State University College of Medicine and his pediatric residency at University of South Florida College of Medicine. He completed a fellowship in pediatric critical care medicine at Children's National Health System (Washington, DC) where he received distinction as an educator with a Certificate of Excellence in Graduate Medical Education at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Dr. Sochet holds a Master of Science in Clinical and Translational Research from the George Washington University. His research interests include the identification of modifiable risk factors and prevention of pediatric hospital-acquired venous thromboembolism (HA-VTE) and the mechanistic and clinical efficacy of adjunctive therapies for the management of pediatric critical asthma. He has led and participates in multicenter clinical trials (e.g., the COVAC-TP Trial and CRETE studies) to optimally prevent HA-VTE among critically ill children, led (leads) clinical trials to assess immunomodulation in critical asthma (e.g., the iSTAT PICU Trial), and has a long track record of career-development support of post-doctoral trainees. He is passionate regarding discovery, innovation, and the education of future clinicians so to better heal and understand critically ill patients under his and his field's care. Dr. Sochet is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Venous Thromboembolism (VTE), Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Infantile Apnea, Malnutrition, and Gastrostomy.

      Paul J. Leadem
      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      Expertise in
      1
      conditions

      Angel Kids Pediatrics

      13241 Bartram Park Blvd Unit 209, 
      Jacksonville, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Paul Leadem is a Pediatrics provider in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Leadem is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Scarlet Fever, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Diarrhea. Dr. Leadem is currently accepting new patients.

      Brittany D. Rajo
      Expertise in
      1
      conditions
      Expertise in
      1
      conditions

      Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, St. Petersburg

      601 5th Street South, Suite C230, Suite C230, 
      Saint Petersburg, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Offers Telehealth

      Brittany Rajo is a Pediatrics provider in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Rajo is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroschisis and Malnutrition.

      Expertise in
      50
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      50
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

      Smh Physician Services Inc

      6128 S Tamiami Trail, 
      Sarasota, FL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Mark Brus is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Brus is highly rated in 50 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Sternal Cleft, Obesity in Children, Reynolds Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Brus is currently accepting new patients.

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      How do I find a Pediatrician in Florida, US?

      A Pediatrician is a type of primary care provider, and is responsible for your ongoing healthcare monitoring and maintenance, and is your first line of treatment. You should see your Pediatrician in Florida, US at least once a year. If new symptoms arise, they will also help you get properly diagnosed, although for many situations you will need to see a specialist in Florida, US to get diagnosed and treated.

      You can find a Pediatrician in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:
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      What are the different kinds of primary care providers, including Pediatricians,  in Florida, US?

      • A pediatrician is an expert in childhood growth and development and they are frequently the primary care provider for children under 18.
      • Adults in Florida, US generally see an Internist, a General Practitioner, or a Family Practitioner (often informally called a Family Doctor) for their primary care.
      • Older adults in Florida, US may see a Geriatrician, which is a provider that specializes in the care of older people.
      • Some women in Florida, US choose to receive their primary care from their OB/GYN (obstetrician/gynecologist), though if you have multiple medical issues, it may be in your best interest to find a primary care physician.

      How do I get a referral in Florida, US from my Pediatrician?

      Typically, your Pediatrician will refer you to a specialist if they believe it to be necessary. You can also explore your symptoms or research your diagnosis to see what kinds of providers commonly treat your health condition in Florida, US.

      Should I get a second opinion from another Pediatrician in Florida, US for my health condition?

      When you’re making important health decisions, it’s always recommended to get medical opinions from more than one provider, whether that be another Pediatrician or a specialist in Florida, US. If you just received a diagnosis from you Pediatrician, but something in your gut tells you to seek more guidance, it’s OK to consult with another doctor in Florida, US to get additional insight into your condition and care. Second opinions are highly valuable because they can either confirm or disprove your original diagnosis or provide different perspectives from different Pediatrician. Most doctors, including Pediatricians, will not get offended and welcome second opinions, especially if you were diagnosed with a serious or rare condition. You can even use MediFind to search for another Pediatrician or specialist in Florida, US who can provide a second opinion.

      How do I find a specialist in Florida, US, in addition to my Pediatrician, for my specific condition?

      There are over 7,000 conditions that providers, including Pediatricians and specialists need to treat. With so many conditions, it is nearly impossible for any provider to be an expert in every unique condition, even in just one geographic area. However, plenty of research has shown that experience is the best predictor of expertise, and it is important to find a doctor who has a lot of experience with your particular condition. MediFind can help you find a doctor or a second opinion for your condition. 
      When talking with your Pediatrician, be honest and don’t hold anything back, since your doctor can only help you with the information you give them. Understanding the full picture will give your Pediatrician more to work with and help them provide you with the best care.

      How can I learn about the latest research and medical advances my Pediatrician may know about?

      Pediatricians know there is new scientific research happening all the time, and in fact, it’s estimated that the total body of medical knowledge now doubles every 73 days. That’s a lot of information to keep up with, even for an excellent Pediatrician. MediFind can help you explore the latest medical advances, research, and breakthroughs for your health condition, giving you access to the same cutting-edge information as your Pediatrician.

      How can I research clinical trials my Pediatrician might tell me about, especially ones that are located in Florida, US?

      How can I research clinical trials my Pediatrician might tell me about, especially ones that are located in Florida, US?
      Depending on your specific health condition, your Pediatrician may bring up clinical trials in Florida, US during one of your appointments. The purpose of clinical trials is to find improvements or discoveries for diseases and treatments, and your Pediatrician may be working to stay on top of these developments, or refer you to a specialist who focuses on your condition. MediFind can help you easily search and filter clinical trials for your health condition, including those in Florida, US, that your Pediatrician might bring up. You can also learn more about what to consider when exploring clinical trials that you may wish to discuss with your Pediatrician.

      What should I bring with me to an appointment with my Pediatrician in Florida, US?

      Bring your list of concerns (or reasons for your visit) with you on a piece of paper or your phone, so you can easily recall them when speaking to your Pediatrician. You may want to consider bringing a friend or loved one for support, and to help you recall the information after your Pediatrician visit. Bring a notebook so you can take notes, copies of your medical records (dating back at least one year), a list of current medications, supplements and allergies to medications, your family history of disease, and a list of symptoms (and details about how long they last and how often they occur) to discuss with your Pediatrician.

      When talking with your Pediatrician, be honest and don’t hold anything back, since your doctor can only help you with the information you give them. Understanding the full picture will give your Pediatrician more to work with and help them provide you with the best care.

      How can I get the most out of my Pediatrician appointment in Florida, US?

      Being a “good patient” isn’t just about listening to your Pediatrician. It’s about engaging in your health together to ensure you receive a high quality of care, which is called practicing patient autonomy. It’s important to be honest with your Pediatrician, and hide nothing, even if it’s embarrassing. You should also speak up and voice your concerns, and listen and ask questions of your Pediatrician. You may also consider doing your own research on your condition and talking to other patients before or after speaking with your Pediatrician.

      What questions should I ask my Pediatrician?

      A few topics you may wish to ask your Pediatrician about include: diagnosis details, symptom management, medical care, second opinions from other Pediatricians, whether you should see a specialist in Florida, US other than your Pediatrician, treatment plans, side effects, and expectations for follow-up appointments with your Pediatrician.

      Can a Pediatrician in Florida, US help me check symptoms?

      Depending on your symptoms,  a Pediatrician in Florida, US may be able to provide a different point of view on your health. You can also explore your symptoms and bring the results with you to your Pediatrician visit for discussion.

      What types of insurance are accepted by Pediatricians in Florida, US?

      You should always contact your Pediatrician’s office to make sure they take your health insurance. Every Pediatrician has different arrangements with insurance providers. The most commonly accepted insurance in Florida, US may not be the same as elsewhere, but some of the largest insurance providers are: Anthem/Blue Cross Blue Shield, Centene, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, HCSC (Health Care Service Corporation), CVS Health/Aetna, Kaiser Permanente, Molina Healthcare, and Cigna.

      How far should I travel to find the best Pediatrician in Florida, US?

      Despite our increasingly connected world, there are times when you need to see your Pediatrician in person. For Pediatricians, this study concluded that people typically only travel about 18 minutes. So, a good rule of thumb is to select a primary care physician that is located near you, somewhere between 15-30 minutes away. For more specialized care, you may need to travel considerably further, but look for specialists within 45 minutes of your home in Florida, US if possible.

      In recent years, many Pediatricians  have also adopted telehealth, also commonly called telemedicine, which is the use of digital technology to provide or supplement patient care. Telehealth can help reduce the burden of physical travel to your Pediatrician in Florida, US. You might wish to consider contacting your Pediatrician’s office to learn about the telehealth options they offer, as well as your insurance provider.

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