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      Duke Health Integrated Practice Inc

      40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
      Durham, NC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Priya Kishnani is a Pediatrics provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Kishnani is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Pompe Disease, Glycogen Storage Disease Type 3, Hypophosphatasia (HPP), Glycogen Storage Disease Type 9, and Splenectomy. Dr. Kishnani is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Nephrology
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Nephrology

      Pediatric Kidney Services - Ardmore Tower

      1 Medical Center Blvd, 7th Floor, 
      Winston-Salem, NC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French, Italian, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Andrew South is a Pediatrics specialist and a Nephrologist in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Dr. South is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are High Blood Pressure in Infants, Hypertension, Premature Infant, Malnutrition, and Kidney Transplant. Dr. South is currently accepting new patients.

      Joel A. Kaplan
      Expertise in
      15
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Hematology | Oncology
      Expertise in
      15
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Hematology | Oncology

      Atrium Health Levine Children’s Cancer & Blood Disorders, A Facility Of Carolinas Medical Center

      1001 Blythe Blvd., Suite 3000, 
      Charlotte, NC 
      Experience:
      24+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Joel Kaplan is a Hematologist and a Pediatrics provider in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Kaplan has been practicing medicine for over 24 years is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Neuroblastoma, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, Medulloblastoma, Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Kaplan is currently accepting new patients.

      Elia P. Knight
      Expertise in
      107
      conditions
      Expertise in
      107
      conditions

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Elia Knight is a Pediatrics provider in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Knight is highly rated in 107 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are CDKL5 Deficiency Disorder, West Syndrome, Seizures, and Epilepsy.

      Daniel J. Bonthius
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology

      Atrium Health Levine Children's Neurology

      1001 Blythe Blvd., Suite 4151, 
      Charlotte, NC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Daniel Bonthius is a Pediatrics specialist and a Pediatric Neurologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Bonthius is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS), Cerebellar Hypoplasia, Subacute Sclerosing Panencephalitis, and Myoclonic Epilepsy. Dr. Bonthius is currently accepting new patients.

      Mark A. Faasse
      Expertise in
      2
      conditions
      Expertise in
      2
      conditions

      Advocate Children's Medical Group Pediatric Urology

      9555 S 52nd Ave, 
      Oak Lawn, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mark Faasse is a Pediatrics provider in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Faasse is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Meatal Stenosis, Hypospadias, Varicocele, and Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).

      Expertise in
      16
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      16
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

      Promedica Central Corporation Of Michigan

      200 E Russell Rd, Unit C, 
      Tecumseh, MI 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dennis Shelle is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Tecumseh, Michigan. Dr. Shelle is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ankylosing Spondylitis, Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), Rheumatoid Lung Disease, and Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis. Dr. Shelle is currently accepting new patients.

      Peter Aziz
      Expertise in
      64
      conditions
      Pediatrics
      Expertise in
      64
      conditions
      Pediatrics

      Cleveland Clinic Children's Outpatient Center

      8950 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
      Experience:
      25+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Peter Aziz is a Pediatrics provider in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Aziz has been practicing medicine for over 25 years is highly rated in 64 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome, Long QT Syndrome, Double Discordia, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), and Cardiac Ablation.

      Expertise in
      9
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      9
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

      Loyola University Medical Center

      2160 S 1st Ave, 
      Maywood, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Polish
      Accepting New Patients

      Josephine Dlugopolski-Gach is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Maywood, Illinois. Dr. Dlugopolski-Gach is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Follicular Lymphoma, Polycythemia Vera, Sitosterolemia, and Peripheral Artery Disease. Dr. Dlugopolski-Gach is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      7
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

      Wellstar Medical Group LLC

      3939 Roswell Rd, Suite 200, 
      Marietta, GA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Travis Bowles is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Bowles is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Vertigo, Chronic Cough, Fainting, and Infant Hyperglycemia. Dr. Bowles is currently accepting new patients.

      Katayun Taasoobshirazi
      Expertise in
      0
      conditions
      Expertise in
      0
      conditions

      Gwinnett Pediatrics And Adolescent Medicine

      595 Hurricane Shoals Rd NW, Suite 300, 
      Lawrenceville, GA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Katayun Taasoobshirazi is a Pediatrics provider in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Her top area of expertise is Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Taasoobshirazi is currently accepting new patients.

      Prakash Kotagal
      Expertise in
      42
      conditions
      Expertise in
      42
      conditions

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      9500 Euclid Avenue, 
      Cleveland, OH 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi

      Prakash Kotagal is a Pediatrics provider in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Kotagal is highly rated in 42 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, West Syndrome, and Photosensitive Epilepsy.

      Nathan Mesko
      Expertise in
      36
      conditions
      Pediatrics
      Expertise in
      36
      conditions
      Pediatrics

      Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

      2049 East 100th Street, 
      Cleveland, OH 
      Experience:
      21+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nathan Mesko is a Pediatrics provider in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Mesko has been practicing medicine for over 21 years is highly rated in 36 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Chondrosarcoma, Hip Replacement, and Hip Resurfacing.

      Expertise in
      171
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
      Expertise in
      171
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
      5323 Harry Hines Blvd, 
      Dallas, TX 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Angela Scheuerle is a Pediatrics specialist and a Medical Genetics provider in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Scheuerle is highly rated in 171 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hennekam Syndrome, Fetal Akinesia Sequence, Hemihyperplasia, and Incontinentia Pigmenti.

      Expertise in
      70
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
      Expertise in
      70
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
      300 Longwood Ave, Fegan 10, 
      Boston, MA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Fowzan Alkuraya is a Pediatrics specialist and a Medical Genetics provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Alkuraya is highly rated in 70 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Achalasia Microcephaly Syndrome, Microcephaly, Early Infantile Epileptic Encephalopathy, Cortical Dysplasia, and Vitrectomy.

      Steven L. Frick
      Expertise in
      19
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Pediatric Orthopedics
      Expertise in
      19
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Pediatric Orthopedics

      Atrium Health Myers Park Orthopedics

      1350 S. Kings Drive, 
      Charlotte, NC 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Steven Frick is a Pediatric Orthopedics specialist and a Pediatrics provider in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Frick is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Clubfoot, Claw Foot, Macrodactyly of the Foot, Osteotomy, and Tenotomy. Dr. Frick is currently accepting new patients.

      John S. Wiener
      Expertise in
      15
      conditions
      Expertise in
      15
      conditions

      Duke Ambulatory Surgery Center

      2400 Pratt St, 
      Durham, NC 
      Experience:
      37+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      I look forward to going to work at Duke Health every day. I get the opportunity to help others while doing work that is stimulating and challenging each and every day. My practice covers all surgical and medical aspects of pediatric urology. Common surgical problems are correction of hypospadias, undescended testes, vesicoureteral reflux, and urinary obstruction. Medical issues include incontinence and urinary tract infections. Urological care of spina bifida is another large area of my focus. As a surgeon, I am able to use my hands and harness the creative parts of my mind toward that goal. Working with children is a joy and keeps me young and on my toes. Having three children of my own keeps me grounded and makes me individualize the plan for each patient as I would want for my own child. I feel fortunate to be at Duke where I am surrounded by brilliant colleagues and curious students. This stimulation drives me to strive to be my best and to conduct research that will benefit my own patients and similar children worldwide. Dr. Wiener is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Myelomeningocele, Neurogenic Bladder, Neurogenic Bowel, Lithotripsy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

      Bradley Marino
      Expertise in
      15
      conditions
      Expertise in
      15
      conditions

      Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital For Rehabilitation

      2801 Martin Luther King Jr Drive, 
      Cleveland, OH 
      Experience:
      36+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Bradley Marino is a Pediatrics provider in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Marino has been practicing medicine for over 36 years is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Double Discordia, Coarctation of the Aorta, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), and Heart Transplant.

      Expertise in
      165
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
      Expertise in
      165
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Medical Genetics

      Regents Of The University Of Michigan

      1500 E Medical Ctr, Suite 0331, 
      Ann Arbor, MI 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Mark Hannibal is a Pediatrics specialist and a Medical Genetics provider in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Hannibal is highly rated in 165 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Aase Syndrome, Filippi Syndrome, CHARGE Syndrome, and Smith-Kingsmore Syndrome.

      Jennifer A. Rothman
      Expertise in
      11
      conditions
      Expertise in
      11
      conditions

      Duke Children's Health Center Hematology/Oncology Clinic

      2301 Erwin Rd, 
      Durham, NC 
      Experience:
      22+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      I treat children with cancer and blood disorders, such as anemia and sickle cell disease. When families come in, there is understandably a huge amount of anxiety. I try to spend a lot of time with them and discuss what we know, what we need to find out, and how we plan to care for their children. My goal is to make it the least scary as possible for both the children and the parents/caregivers while providing the best care. Even in the setting of severe illness, interacting with children is uplifting and extremely rewarding. Children truly demonstrate the resilience of the human spirit. What I love most about my job is having relationships with children and seeing them grow; it is a wonderful experience. Dr. Rothman is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency, Anemia, Hemolytic Anemia, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, and Splenectomy.

      Bryan H. Goldstein
      Expertise in
      10
      conditions
      Expertise in
      10
      conditions

      Pediatric Cardiology In Lawrenceville

      4401 Penn Avenue, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Bryan H. Goldstein MD, FACC, FSCAI is a pediatric interventional cardiologist and is certified in pediatric cardiology by the American Board of Pediatrics. He is director of the cardiac catheterization laboratory and interventional cardiology service at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh and is a Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He received his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the Boston Combined Residency in Pediatrics (Children’s Hospital Boston) and fellowship at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital (University of Michigan Medicine). Dr. Goldstein joined the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute in 2019. His clinical interests include congenital cardiac catheterization, minimally invasive transcatheter therapies, and single ventricle (Fontan) circulation. Dr. Goldstein has published numerous scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals, is a frequent faculty member and presenter at national and international meetings, and is a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAP), American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology (FACC) and Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions (FSCAI). He is vice president of the Congenital Cardiac Research Collaborative (CCRC). View Dr. Goldstein's full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Goldstein is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Tetralogy of Fallot, Pulmonary Atresia, Stent Placement, and Angioplasty.

      Simon P. Horslen
      Expertise in
      10
      conditions
      Expertise in
      10
      conditions

      Liver And Intestine Transplant At Pediatric Gastroenterology In Lawrenceville

      4401 Penn Avenue, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Simon Horslen, MBChB, FRCPCH, is a pediatric hepatologist and transplant physician and is certified in General Pediatrics and Gastroenterology by the Medical Royal Colleges in the United Kingdom. He is director of Pediatric Hepatology at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh and is a professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Horslen earned his medical degree at the University of Bristol Medical School in England and is a fellow and founding member of the Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health (UK). He is a fellow of the American Society of Transplantation and of the American Association for the Study of Liver Disease. Dr. Horslen has worked in the United States for the last 23 years, initially at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, NE, and subsequently at Seattle Children’s in Seattle, WA as director of Hepatology and medical director of Solid Organ Transplantation. His clinical and research interests include pediatric liver disease, acute liver failure, and liver and intestine transplantation. He has over 150 publications in the areas of pediatric liver disease, intestinal failure, and transplantation and participates in several multicenter studies. Dr. Horslen lives in Edgeworth with his wife, Sarah. He has two adult children who continue to live in the Pacific Northwest. He is an avid soccer fan, likes to play golf when his busy schedule allows, and is a woodturner and particularly enjoys making bowls on his lathe. View the full list of Dr. Horslen’s publications on PubMed. LGBTQIA+ Affirming: This provider has completed training on how to create a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for LGBTQIA+ patients. This provider may or may not offer LGBTQIA+ specific medical or surgical care. Please ask when scheduling. Dr. Horslen is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Cholestasis, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, Alagille Syndrome, and Liver Transplant.

      Jonathan C. Roberts
      Expertise in
      10
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Hematology | Oncology
      Expertise in
      10
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Hematology | Oncology

      The Bleeding And Clotting Disorders Institute

      427 W Northmoor Rd, 
      Peoria, IL 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jonathan Roberts is a Pediatrics specialist and a Hematologist in Peoria, Illinois. Dr. Roberts is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Von Willebrand Disease (VWD), Blood Clots, Hemophilia A, and Acquired Hemophilia. Dr. Roberts is currently accepting new patients.

      Francis X. Schneck
      Expertise in
      10
      conditions
      Expertise in
      10
      conditions

      Pediatric Urology In Lawrenceville

      4401 Penn Avenue, 
      Pittsburgh, PA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Francis X. Schneck, MD, is a pediatric urologist and program director of the Pediatric Urology Fellowship Program at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. He is also an associate professor of urology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He earned his medical degree from the Georgetown University School of Medicine. He then completed a residency in Urology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and a pediatric urology fellowship at the Harvard Medical School and Children's Hospital. He joined UPMC upon completion of his fellowship. Dr. Schneck is the author of numerous articles and book chapters in the field of pediatric urology and is board certified by the American Board of Urology. View a list of Dr. Schneck's publications on PubMed. Are you already a patient of this provider and have a MyUPMC account? Log in to MyUPMC to schedule. Dr. Schneck is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cloacal Exstrophy, UPJ Obstruction, Undescended Testicle, Orchiectomy, and Lithotripsy.

      Hannah C. Glass
      Expertise in
      9
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      Expertise in
      9
      conditions
      Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology | Neurology
      400 Parnassus Ave Fl 8, 
      San Francisco, CA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Hannah Glass is a Pediatrics specialist and a Pediatric Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Glass is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Epilepsy in Children, Seizures, Absence Seizure, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

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      How do I find a Pediatrician near me?

      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 you 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 you 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 me?

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

      Should I get a second opinion from another Pediatrician near me 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 you. 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 you 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 you who can provide a second opinion.

      How do I find a specialist near me, 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 near me?

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

      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 near me?

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

      Can a Pediatrician near me help me check symptoms?

      Depending on your symptoms,  a Pediatrician near you 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 me?

      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 may not be the same as everywhere, 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 me?

      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 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. You might wish to consider contacting your Pediatrician’s office to learn about the telehealth options they offer, as well as your insurance provider.