25 of the Best Pediatricians Near Me in Woodbridge, NJ

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MediFind found 953 specialists near Woodbridge, NJ

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    Expertise in
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    Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology
    Expertise in
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    Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology At South Avenue

    1110 South Avenue, Suite 300, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish

    Juliann Paolicchi is a Pediatrics specialist and a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Paolicchi is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS), Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Memory Loss.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
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    Atlantic Medical Group Pediatrics At Metuchen

    45 Pearl Street, 
    Metuchen, NJ 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    April D. Graham, DO, MPH, FAAP, is a pediatric physician with Atlantic Medical Group (AMG). She has over 10 years of experience with an expertise in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of common pediatric illnesses, and well-child care of patients from birth to 21 years old. Dr. Graham follows theosteopathic principle of treating her patients as a whole — body, mind, and spirit. She is committed to providing the highest quality care by offering individualized treatment plans based on each child’s specific needs.After earning her osteopathic medicine degree from Rowan School of Osteopathic Medicine in Stratford, NJ, Dr. Graham completed her pediatric residency at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, NJ. She previously earned a master’s degree in public health (MPH) with a concentration in epidemiology from Rutgers School of Public Health, Piscataway, NJ, after which she completed a graduate fellowship and served as a public health representative with the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services. Prior to joining AMG Pediatrics at Metuchen, Dr. Graham provided pediatric care at a federally qualified health center and more recently, a private practice.Among her many community activities, Dr. Graham has participated in several health and wellness expos and baby fairs and presented on various topics, including childhood obesity and the impact of COVID-19 on the pediatric population. Dr. Graham is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAP) and a member of the American Osteopathic Association. She is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Graham is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Viral Gastroenteritis, Delayed Growth, and Croup. Dr. Graham is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    27
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    Pediatrics

    Aijuan Wang MDoffice

    2 Lincoln Highway, Levinson Plaza, Suite 500, 
    Edison, NJ 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aijuan Wang is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics in Edison, New Jersey. Dr. Wang is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Ethmoiditis. Dr. Wang is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
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    Pediatrics | Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    24
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    Pediatrics | Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
    3000 Hylan Boulevard, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Mccarthy is a primary care provider, a Pediatrics specialist and a Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics provider in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Mccarthy is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Cough, Vertigo, Fainting, and Herpetic Stomatitis.

    Expertise in
    6
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    Expertise in
    6
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    Dulce H Suapengco Samonte MDoffice

    480 Oak Ridge Road, 
    Clark, NJ 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dulce Samonte is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Clark, New Jersey. Dr. Samonte is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Herpangina, Croup, and Viral Gastroenteritis.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
    3
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    TeamHealth Emergency Physicians

    65 James Street, JFK University Medical Center, 
    Edison, NJ 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carlene Navas is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Edison, New Jersey. Dr. Navas is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Croup, Diarrhea, and Asthma in Children. Dr. Navas is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
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    Pediatrics | Pediatric Infectious Disease
    Expertise in
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    Pediatrics | Pediatric Infectious Disease
    475 Seaview Avenue, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German

    Stephan Kohlhoff is a Pediatrics specialist and a Pediatric Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Kohlhoff is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chlamydia, Sepsis, Inclusion Conjunctivitis, and Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA). Dr. Kohlhoff is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics/Infectious Disease.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
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    Star Life Pediatrics

    86 New Brunswick Avenue, 
    Hopelawn, NJ 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jacqueline Hernandez is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Hopelawn, New Jersey. Dr. Hernandez is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Otitis Media with Effusion, Roseola, Herpangina, and Diarrhea. Dr. Hernandez is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
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    Raritan Bay Medical Center

    530 New Brunswick Avenue, Pediatric Hospitalists, 
    Perth Amboy, NJ 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Madhoolika Verma is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Perth Amboy, New Jersey. Dr. Verma is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Croup, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Diarrhea, and Herpangina. Dr. Verma is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
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    TeamHealth Emergency Physicians

    65 James Street, JFK University Medical Center, 
    Edison, NJ 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amna Jafry is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Edison, New Jersey. Dr. Jafry is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Croup, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS), and Asthma in Children. Dr. Jafry is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
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    TeamHealth Emergency Physicians

    65 James Street, JFK University Medical Center, 
    Edison, NJ 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frank Cunningham is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Edison, New Jersey. Dr. Cunningham is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), Viral Gastroenteritis, Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS), and Croup. Dr. Cunningham is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
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    Pediatrics | Allergy and Immunology
    Expertise in
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    Pediatrics | Allergy and Immunology

    Summit Medical Group Allergy And Immunology

    1 Diamond Hill Road, 
    Berkeley Heights, NJ 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gary Pien is a Pediatrics specialist and an Allergy and Immunologist practicing medicine in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey. Dr. Pien is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Common Variable Immune Deficiency, Primary Immunodeficiency (PID), Selective Deficiency of IgA, and Grass Allergy. Dr. Pien is board certified in American Board Of Allergy And Immunology and American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Pien is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
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    JFK University Medical Center

    65 James Street, Department Of Children's Services, 
    Edison, NJ 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Igbo

    Helen Kest is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Edison, New Jersey. Dr. Kest is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Syphilis, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), Lymphangitis, and Pneumococcal Meningitis. Dr. Kest is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
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    Pediatrics
    Expertise in
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    Pediatrics

    ABC Pediatrics, Inc

    974 Inman Avenue, 
    Edison, NJ 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Zhanna Libis is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Edison, New Jersey. Dr. Libis is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Herpangina, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Developmental Dysphasia Familial. Dr. Libis is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
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    Expertise in
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    TeamHealth Emergency Physicians

    65 James Street, JFK University Medical Center, 
    Edison, NJ 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Millicent Okereke is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Edison, New Jersey. Dr. Okereke is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Asthma in Children, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), and Diarrhea. Dr. Okereke is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
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    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
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    Family Medicine

    Atlantic Medical Group Primary Care At Clark

    100 Commerce Place, 
    Clark, NJ 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anil Khandelwal, MD, is a family doctor with Atlantic Medical Group (AMG). Board-certified in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine, he has more than 15 years of experience admitting, evaluating, diagnosing, treating, and providing consultation to patients of all ages with a wide variety of illnesses, diseases, injuries, and functional disorders of the circulatory, respiratory, endocrine, metabolic, musculoskeletal, hematopoietic, gastroenteric, integumentary, nervous, female reproductive, and genitourinary systems. He assesses, stabilizes, and determines the disposition of patients with emergent conditions consistent with medical staff policy regarding emergency and consultative call services. He is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to all patients, and making sure they are educated about their condition and treatment.After earning his medical degree from SMS Medical College, Dr. Khandelwal performed a residency in microbiology and immunology at SN Medical College, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India, and a residency in family medicine at HMH JFK University Medical Center, Edison, NJ. Prior to joining AMG, he served as an attending physician at VNA Community Health Center, Asbury Park and Redbank, NJ, and Neighborhood Health Center, Plainfield, NJ, and as an assistant professor at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, NJ. He is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. His clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young and Venous Thromboembolism (VTE). Dr. Khandelwal is currently accepting new patients.

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    Cohen Children S Northwell Health Physician Partners Pediatrics At South Shore Commons

    2955 Veterans Road, Suite 2C, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Italian, Spanish

    Linda Ditoro is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Her clinical expertise encompasses Croup.

    Expertise in
    9
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    Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology
    Expertise in
    9
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    Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Neurology At Seaview Avenue

    501 Seaview Avenue, Suite 104, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (11.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nwanneka Okolo is a Pediatrics specialist and a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Okolo is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Epilepsy, and Memory Loss. Dr. Okolo is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Epilepsy and American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology-Neurology With Special Qualifications In Child Neurology.

    Expertise in
    2
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    Expertise in
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    Healthcare Associates In Medicine

    3333 Hylan Boulevard, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Khalid Hesham is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Hesham is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Small Patella Syndrome, Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome, Lordosis, and Trochlear Dysplasia.

    Expertise in
    1
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    Pediatrics
    Expertise in
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    Pediatrics

    Cohen Children's Northwell Health Physician Partners Pediatric Specialists At South Avenue

    900 South Avenue, Suite 103, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Dolly Sharma is Board Certified Pediatrician in the Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at Staten Island University Hospital. Prior to joining the pediatric department at SIUH, Dr. Sharma practiced at the Children s Hospital of Buffalo and the Children s Healthcare of Atlanta, where she gained extensive experience in managing a variety of inpatient and outpatient infections in children aged birth through 21 years of age.Dr. Sharma received her subspecialty clinical training in pediatric infectious diseases at Emory University in Atlanta, where she also collaborated as co-investigator on several research studies with colleagues at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Her specific research expertise and interest has focused on the epidemiology and management of pneumococcal invasive disease in children.Dr. Sharma has served as the primary inpatient pediatric infectious disease provider at SIUH since 2014 and has treated a wide variety of infections including meningitis, Lyme disease, skin infections, diarrheal illnesses, complicated pneumonia, and bone and joint infections; in addition to managing the care of complex intensive care and immunocompromised patients.Dr. Sharma also currently evaluates children in the outpatient setting where she provides follow up care of patients she has treated in hospital, and also welcomes infectious disease referrals from private pediatricians and other providers of the Staten Island community. Infections treated in the outpatient setting include, but are not limited to, recurrent skin and soft tissue staph infections, perinatal HIV/Hepatitis B and C exposures, tick borne illnesses, periodic fever syndromes and traveler associated infections.Dr. Sharma strives to provide the most detailed and focused assessment and management for our pediatric patients in the Staten Island community. Dr. Sharma is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Viral Gastroenteritis and ECHO Virus. Dr. Sharma is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics/Infectious Disease.

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    Adolescent Medicine
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    Adolescent Medicine
    242 Mason Avenue, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (11.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    April C. Lee, M.D. is the Director of the Division of Adolescent Medicine at Staten Island University Hospital. She is a dedicated clinician, educator, and researcher in the field of Adolescent Medicine. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), involved in the Section of Adolescent Health, Council on School Health and New York Committee of Adolescence. She is also a Fellow of the Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine (SAHM). She is the medical director for both the School Health Center at New Dorp High School and the School Health & Wellness Center at Port Richmond High School. Under her leadership, there has been expansive growth within the Division of Adolescent Medicine which coordinates several grant funded programs including the Family Grant Program and Comprehensive Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Program. These programs provide opportunities to increase existing clinical services to underserved populations. These programs also provide opportunities to develop prevention and education services to adolescent and young adult patients in the community. Dr. Lee is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Intrauterine Device Insertion. Dr. Lee is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics/Adolescent Medicine.

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    Pediatrics
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    Pediatrics

    Kids Care Pediatrics

    430 Lake Avenue, 
    Colonia, NJ 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anita Kishen is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Colonia, New Jersey. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children. Dr. Kishen is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

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    Pediatrics
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    Pediatrics

    Kids Care Pediatrics

    795 Inman Avenue, 
    Colonia, NJ 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vani Gayam is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Colonia, New Jersey. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children and Croup.

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    Sapna S Nambiar MDoffice

    521 Green Street, Suite 521, 
    Iselin, NJ 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sapna Nambiar is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Iselin, New Jersey. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin D Deficiency. Dr. Nambiar is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

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    Colonia Pediatrics, LLC

    1500 St Georges Ave Suite G, 
    Avenel, NJ 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gaurang Patel is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Avenel, New Jersey. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children. Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

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    How do I find a Pediatrician near Woodbridge, NJ?

    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 Woodbridge, NJ 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 Woodbridge, NJ 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 Woodbridge, NJ?

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

    Typically, your Woodbridge 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 Woodbridge, NJ.

    Should I get a second opinion from another Pediatrician near Woodbridge, NJ 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 Woodbridge, NJ. 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 Woodbridge, NJ 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 Woodbridge, NJ who can provide a second opinion.

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

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

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

    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 Woodbridge. 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 Woodbridge 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 Woodbridge, NJ?

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

    Can a Pediatrician near Woodbridge, NJ help me check symptoms?

    Depending on your symptoms,  a Pediatrician near Woodbridge, NJ 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 Woodbridge, NJ?

    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 Woodbridge, NJ 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 Woodbridge, NJ?

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