25 of the Best Pediatricians Near Me in odenton, MD

Looking for the best pediatrician near odenton, MD? Find a top pediatrician near you in odenton, MD who is an expert in your specific condition. A pediatrician is a doctor who treats a wide range of conditions for children under the age of 18.

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    Johns Hopkins Children's Center Pediatric Specialists - Annapolis

    820 Bestgate Road, Suite 2D, 
    Annapolis, MD 
     (10.6 miles away)
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    Dr. Heather Noelle Di Carlo is an associate professor of urology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She treats all pediatric urological disorders in young males and females while specializing in renal sparing surgery and complex reconstruction of the genitourinary tract in patients with the exstrophy-epispadias complex, disorders of sexual development (DSD) and other congenital anomalies. She serves as the Director of Pediatric Urology Research and is the interim Division Director of Pediatric Urology. A native of New York, Dr. Di Carlo graduated from Emory University with a B.S. in neuroscience and music, and the State University of New York at Stony Brook School of Medicine. Following general surgery and urology residency training at Stony Brook Medical Center, she completed a pediatric urology fellowship at the James Buchanan Brady Urological Institute. Dr. Di Carlo has special clinical and basic science interests in the exstrophy-epispadias complex, spina bifida and renal transplantation. Dr. Di Carlo is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Exstrophy-Epispadias Complex, Cloacal Exstrophy, Epispadias, Bladder Reconstruction, and Osteotomy. Dr. Di Carlo is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Di Carlo is currently accepting new patients.

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    Johns Hopkins Health Care Center - Odenton

    1106 Annapolis Road, Suite 310, Suite 310, 
    Odenton, MD 
     (2.3 miles away)
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    Mark Davino, M.D., practices internal medicine and pediatrics at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians Odenton. He received his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine, and also completed his residency in internal medicine & pediatrics at the University of Maryland Medical Center. His clinical expertise encompasses Localized Scleroderma, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Davino is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Davino is currently accepting new patients.

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    Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center

    2480 Llewellyn Ave, 
    Fort George G Meade, MD 
     (1.8 miles away)
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    Mariusz Wojnarski is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Fort George G Meade, Maryland. His clinical expertise encompasses Anemia. Dr. Wojnarski is currently accepting new patients.

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    Johns Hopkins Health Care Center - Odenton

    1132 Annapolis Road, Suite 201, Suite 201, 
    Odenton, MD 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Katrina Cork, M.D., attended George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C., and completed a Pediatrics Residency at University of Rochester/Strong Memorial. Dr. Cork also trained in a Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital/National Institutes of Health for two and a half years. She enjoys the long-lasting relationships she gets to form with patients and their families, and interacting with the babies, children and adolescents. Dr. Cork wants her patients to know that she is from a large family and understands the logistics of juggling priorities in a hectic lifestyle. Dr. Cork enjoys the arts, including reading, writing, drawing, singing and playing the piano. She is also a bit of a Marvel fan!. Dr. Cork is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Cork is currently accepting new patients.

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    Johns Hopkins Health Care Center - Odenton

    1132 Annapolis Road, Suite 201, Suite 201, 
    Odenton, MD 
     (2.3 miles away)
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    Najla Abdur-Rahman, M.D., has been a practicing pediatrician for more than 20 years. She completed her pediatric residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital and obtained her doctor of medicine degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She received her bachelor of science degree with high honors in mathematical sciences and engineering from Johns Hopkins University School of Engineering. Dr. Abdur-Rahman is a Diplomat of the American Board of Obesity Medicine and has a special interest in counseling pediatric patients and their families about obesity. She is also a Fellow with the American Academy of Pediatrics. She is well versed in treating common and uncommon pediatric conditions and has an interest in patient and parent education especially breastfeeding and nutrition education. Dr. Abdur-Rahman was born in Brooklyn, New York and raised in beautiful Barbados. She is married and a mother of five children. In her spare time she loves traveling, being a Girl Scouts leader and trying new recipes. She plays as a Power Forward on her female basketball team and enjoys weekend tennis and volleyball with friends. She is well known for her vegetable lasagna and steamed fish dishes. ​. Dr. Abdur-Rahman is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Abdur-Rahman is currently accepting new patients.

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    Johns Hopkins Health Care Center - Odenton

    1132 Annapolis Road, Suite 201, Suite 201, 
    Odenton, MD 
     (2.3 miles away)
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    Carlos Cuenca, M.D., is a pediatrician at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians Odenton. He earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and completed his residency training at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, D.C. Videos Caring for the CommunityMeet Dr. Carlos Cuenca. Dr. Cuenca is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Cuenca is currently accepting new patients.

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    Patient First Maryland Medical Group

    1110 Annapolis Rd, 
    Odenton, MD 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Chunxiao Zhu is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Odenton, Maryland. Dr. Zhu is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Eyelid Bump, and Zoon Vulvitis.

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    110 S Paca St, 08 153, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Anna Roose is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Roose is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diarrhea, Intussusception in Children, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia.

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    Johns Hopkins Health Care Center - Odenton

    Odenton, MD 
     (2.3 miles away)
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    Kathyrn McGovern Strain, M.D., practices internal medicine at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians Odenton. She received her medical degree from the University Of Maryland School Of Medicine, and completed her residency in medicine & pediatrics at the University of Maryland Medical Center. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Obesity in Children, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Strain is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Strain is currently accepting new patients.

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    Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Glen Burnie

    7671 Quarterfield Road, Suite 401, Suite 401, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (6.6 miles away)
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    Christopher Ish, M.D., practices internal medicine and pediatrics at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians Glen Burnie. He also serves as office medical director at the practice. Dr. Ish received his medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and completed his residency training in internal medicine and pediatrics at University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore. He is an instructor of medicine at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Sitosterolemia, and Scleroderma. Dr. Ish is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Ish is currently accepting new patients.

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    Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Glen Burnie

    7671 Quarterfield Road, Suite 401, Suite 401, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Patrick Dantzer, M.D., practices pediatrics at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians Glen Burnie. He received his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine, and also completed his residency in internal medicine & pediatrics at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. His clinical expertise encompasses Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, Acute Cerebellar Ataxia, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Dantzer is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Dantzer is currently accepting new patients.

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    Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Glen Burnie

    7671 Quarterfield Road, Suite 401, Suite 401, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (6.6 miles away)
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    Ritha Chea, M.D., practices internal medicine and pediatrics at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians Glen Burnie. She received her medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit. She completed her residency in internal medicine and pediatrics at University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Sitosterolemia, Osteomyelitis in Children, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Chea is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Chea is currently accepting new patients.

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    University Of Maryland Laurel

    601 7th Street, Suite 204, 
    Laurel, MD 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Igbo, Spanish
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    Gabriel Obiadi is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Laurel, Maryland. His clinical expertise encompasses Rotor Syndrome. Dr. Obiadi is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatrics, 1997 and American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Obiadi is currently accepting new patients.

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    University Of Maryland Glen Burnie

    1410 Crain Highway North, Suite 5 A, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Arif Mannan is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Mannan is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Croup. Dr. Mannan is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatrics, 1993. Dr. Mannan is currently accepting new patients.

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    UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center

    301 Hospital Drive, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Andrea Sarchiapone is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Sarchiapone is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Croup, and Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST). Dr. Sarchiapone is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatrics, 2005. Dr. Sarchiapone is currently accepting new patients.

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    Ascension Saint Agnes Pediatrics Emergency Medicine

    900 S Caton Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (13.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Yiddish
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    Chana Richter, MD, is a pediatrician at Ascension Saint Agnes in Baltimore, MD. Dr. Richter is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autism Spectrum Disorder, Delayed Growth, and Developmental Dysphasia Familial. Dr. Richter is board certified in The American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Richter is currently accepting new patients.

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    UM Baltimore Washington Medical

    301 Hospital Drive, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Stephanie Jones is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Jones is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Hypospadias, and Acute Pain. Dr. Jones is board certified in American Board Of Anesthesiology - Pediatric Anesthesiology, 2018 and American Board Of Anesthesiology - Anesthesiology, 2018. Dr. Jones is currently accepting new patients.

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    UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center

    301 Hospital Drive, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Amira Khokar is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Dr. Khokar is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Hypoxia, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), and Kawasaki Disease. Dr. Khokar is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatrics, 2011. Dr. Khokar is currently accepting new patients.

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    Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group

    301 Hospital Drive, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    I am a physician with the Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group. To learn more about me, please visit my home page: www.kp.org/doctor/smritikashyap. Dr. Kashyap is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Asthma in Children, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Very Long-Chain Acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase (VLCAD) Deficiency. Dr. Kashyap is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatrics, 2003. Dr. Kashyap is currently accepting new patients.

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    Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group

    301 Hospital Drive, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (5.6 miles away)
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    I am a physician with the Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group. To learn more about me, please visit my home page: www.kp.org/doctor/tekeemadixon. Dr. Dixon is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Asthma in Children, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Increased Head Circumference. Dr. Dixon is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatrics, 2007. Dr. Dixon is currently accepting new patients.

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    Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group

    301 Hospital Drive, 
    Glen Burnie, MD 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    I am a physician with the Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group. To learn more about me, please visit my home page: www.kp.org/doctor/rochellekushner. Dr. Kushner is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Triple X Syndrome, Asthma in Children, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Kushner is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatrics, 2014. Dr. Kushner is currently accepting new patients.

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    Office Of Barry J. Reiner, M.D.

    1001 Pine Heights Ave, Ste 202, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Barry Reiner is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Reiner is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Familial Short Stature (FSS). Dr. Reiner is board certified in The American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatrics and The American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatric Endocrinology. Dr. Reiner is currently accepting new patients.

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    Howard County Medical Pavilion

    10710 Charter Drive, Suite 420, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (13.2 miles away)
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    Dr. Joy Wan is an Assistant Professor of Dermatology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her areas of clinical expertise include pediatric dermatology and atopic dermatitis. Dr. Wan received her undergraduate degree in biochemical sciences from Harvard University and her M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania. She completed dermatology residency training at the University of Pennsylvania and pediatric dermatology fellowship at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. She also pursued postdoctoral research training in clinical epidemiology at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Wan joined the Johns Hopkins faculty in 2021. In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Wan leads an active research program focused on epidemiologic and patient-oriented investigations of pediatric skin diseases including eczema. Dr. Wan is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Infantile Digital Fibromatosis, High Blood Pressure in Infants, Aplasia Cutis Congenita, and Clouston Syndrome. Dr. Wan is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology. Dr. Wan is currently accepting new patients.

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    15117 Timberlake Dr, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (13.7 miles away)
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    Lynne Mofenson is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Mofenson is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses HIV/AIDS, Anencephaly, and High Blood Pressure in Infants.

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    Johns Hopkins Health Care Center - Odenton

    Odenton, MD 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Naomi Rios, M.D., is a pediatrician at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians (JHCP) in Odenton, Maryland. Dr. Rios grew up in Maryland and received her undergraduate degree from Franklin and Marshall College in Pennsylvania. She earned her medical degree from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, and remained at Johns Hopkins Hospital to complete her pediatric residency training. Dr. Rios partners with families to provide comprehensive care for patients from birth to 21 years old, including routine well visits, complex chronic care, illnesses, injuries, developmental concerns and mental health challenges. She is actively involved in quality and safety programs through work with the JHCP Odenton Pediatrics Comprehensive Unit-Based Safety Program and JHCP Safety Event Review Committee. She is part-time faculty at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, where she teaches medical students in the Longitudinal Ambulatory Clerkship and Pediatrics Core Clerkships. In recognition of her teaching excellence, she was inducted into the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Distinguished Teaching Society. Dr. Rios lives in Howard County, Maryland with her husband and three children. Videos Caring for the CommunityMeet Dr. Naomi Rios. Dr. Rios is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Rios is currently accepting new patients.

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    How do I find a Pediatrician near odenton, MD?

    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 near odenton, MD 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 near odenton, MD 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,  near odenton, MD?

    • A pediatrician is an expert in childhood growth and development and they are frequently the primary care provider for children under 18.
    • Adults near odenton, MD generally see an Internist, a General Practitioner, or a Family Practitioner (often informally called a Family Doctor) for their primary care.
    • Older adults near odenton, MD may see a Geriatrician, which is a provider that specializes in the care of older people.
    • Some women near odenton, MD 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 near odenton, MD from my Pediatrician?

    Typically, your odenton 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 near odenton, MD.

    Should I get a second opinion from another Pediatrician near odenton, MD 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 near odenton, MD. 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 near odenton, MD 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 near odenton, MD who can provide a second opinion.

    How do I find a specialist near odenton, MD, 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 like odenton. However, plenty of research has shown that experience is the best predictor of expertise, and it is important to find a odenton 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 in odenton 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 odenton Pediatrician.

    How can I research clinical trials my Pediatrician might tell me about, especially ones that are located near odenton, MD?

    How can I research clinical trials my Pediatrician might tell me about, especially ones that are located near odenton, MD?
    Depending on your specific health condition, your Pediatrician may bring up clinical trials near odenton, MD 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 near odenton, MD, 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 near odenton, MD?

    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 in odenton. 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 odenton 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 near odenton, MD?

    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 odenton 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 odenton 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 near odenton, MD other than your Pediatrician, treatment plans, side effects, and expectations for follow-up appointments with your Pediatrician.

    Can a Pediatrician near odenton, MD help me check symptoms?

    Depending on your symptoms,  a Pediatrician near odenton, MD 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 near odenton, MD?

    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 near odenton, MD 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 near odenton, MD?

    Despite our increasingly connected world, there are times when you need to see your Pediatrician in person in odenton. 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 in odenton, 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 near odenton, MD 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 near odenton, MD. You might wish to consider contacting your Pediatrician’s office to learn about the telehealth options they offer for odenton, as well as your insurance provider.