25 of the Best Pediatricians Near Me in porter, TX

Looking for the best pediatrician near porter, TX? Find a top pediatrician near you in porter, TX 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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    HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood

    22999 Highway 59 N, 
    Kingwood, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Hebrew, Russian, Ukrainian
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    Marina Rubin is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Kingwood, Texas. Her clinical expertise encompasses Croup, Asthma in Children, Diarrhea, and Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+). Dr. Rubin is currently accepting new patients.

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    HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood

    22999 Highway 59 N, 
    Kingwood, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Paul Szefler is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Kingwood, Texas. His clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Hypoxia. Dr. Szefler is currently accepting new patients.

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    Children’s Memorial Hermann Pediatrics Atascocita

    17903 West Lake, 
    Houston, TX 
     (9.6 miles away)
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    Dr. Jennifer Mullen earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Xavier University of Louisiana and her medical degree from the Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her pediatric residency training at the University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences in Ohio. Dr. Mullen is board certified in pediatrics. She sees patients from newborns to age 21 for a variety of common childhood conditions, including common colds, ear infections, eczema, routine wellness visits and minor sports-related injuries, as well as chronic conditions such as asthma and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). In addition to her board certification, she holds a certificate in basic life support. Her primary clinical interest is preventative care, an emphasis grounded in her training in osteopathic medicine, which treats the body as a unit and focuses on its self-healing properties. She enjoys working with families to ensure they maintain a healthy lifestyle, get the proper nutrition and make sure that growth and development stay on track. Her approach to patient care focuses on collaborating with patients and parents to develop the best treatment plan that is not only based on guidelines but also practical and manageable for the family. She enjoys the continuity of seeing patients from infancy through adolescence to early adulthood and considers the bond with patients and families to be very special. Dr. Mullen is currently accepting new patients.

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    Maria D. Nikolaidis M.D. P.A.

    24375 FM 1314 Rd, 
    Porter, TX 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Andreas Nikolaidis is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Porter, Texas. Dr. Nikolaidis is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Diarrhea, Protein Deficiency, and Delayed Growth. Dr. Nikolaidis is currently accepting new patients.

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    3111 River Valley Dr, 
    Kingwood, TX 
     (5.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    James Shaw is a Pediatrics specialist and an Emergency Medicine provider practicing medicine in Kingwood, Texas. Dr. Shaw is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Viral Gastroenteritis, Chronic Pancreatitis, and Islet Cell Transplantation. Dr. Shaw is currently accepting new patients.

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    Primary Care - Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group (Professional Dr) - Kingwood, TX

    22698 Professional Dr., Suite 110, 
    Kingwood, TX 
     (4.5 miles away)
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    Dr. Angela Nunnery received her medical degree from The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, Texas and completed her Residency in Family Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine, in Houston Texas. Upon completion of her residency, Dr. Nunnery served as Associate Professor of Community Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine. She then entered private practice. Dr. Nunnery is in practice in Kingwood, Texas with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group and a member of the faculty of Baylor College of Medicine. Her passion is the care of patients with Hypertension, Diabetes and Hyperlipidemia. She is passionate that proper diet and exercise are the cornerstones to good health. In addition, Dr. Nunnery has a special interest in the practice of Telemedicine. Through Telemedicine, patients have greater access to their physican. Dr. Nunnery is a Diplomate of The American Board of Family Medicine. She is also on clinical faculty at the University of Texas Medical Branch Department of Family Medicine. Dr. Nunnery holds the office of Chair of Education of the Family Medicine Section of the National Medical Association. She is a member of The Houston Medical Forum, and a member and past President of the Mary Susan Moore Medical Society. Her clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Lung Nodules, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency. Dr. Nunnery is currently accepting new patients.

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    17903 W Lake Houston Pkwy, Ste 201, 
    Humble, TX 
     (10.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Dr. Fabiana Farinetti earned her medical degree from the University of Medical Sciences of Central America in San Jose, Costa Rica, and completed a combined residency in internal medicine and pediatrics at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge. Board certified in pediatrics, Dr. Farinetti has been in practice in the Houston area since 2012. She sees patients as young as newborns. Her primary clinical interests are chronic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease and kidney disease, as well as pediatric preventive medicine and congenital diseases. She also speaks Spanish and Portuguese. Quality, individualized care is the cornerstone of Dr. Farinetti’s practice philosophy, so her patients become like her family. She wants her patients to actively participate in their health care journeys, and she inspires them to continuously improve their health. Patients appreciate her warm and personable demeanor, her willingness to listen to them and her thoughtful post-visit follow-up calls. A resident of Atascocita, Dr. Farinetti is married and the mother of three children. Her favorite leisure activities are exercising, traveling and spending time with her family. Dr. Farinetti is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Obesity in Children, Osteoporosis, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Dr. Farinetti is currently accepting new patients.

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    Champions Pediatric Associates

    18607 Kuykendahl Rd., 
    Spring, TX 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Dr. Shams Nandwani has been a pediatrician for over 37 years serving the North part of the Houston community as a Texas Childrens Pediatrics Associates Physician (TCPA) for over 9 years before opening his own practice. Dr. Nandwani did his pediatric residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry, New Jersey, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. He did two years of fellowship in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan. He has been Board Certified since 1999. Dr. Nandwani is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, member of the Harris County Medical Society as well as the Texas Medical Association. Dr. Nandwani’s specializes in newborn care, asthma, allergy, ADHD, blood disorders and general pediatric care. We offer immunizations for all age groups including flu vaccines in fall. Dr. Nandwani also offers health guidance for travel abroad especially to developing countries. Dr. Nandwani is primarily officed at our Spring location but will occasionally float to the other offices. In his spare time, Dr. Nandwani enjoys traveling, spending time with his family, and the great outdoors. Dr. Nandwani is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Diarrhea, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Herpangina. Dr. Nandwani is currently accepting new patients.

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    Maria D. Nikolaidis M.D. P.A.

    24375 FM 1314 Rd, 
    Porter, TX 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Sheila Chachere is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Porter, Texas. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Hypoxia, Syndactyly Type 1, Proximal Symphalangism, and Asthma in Children. Dr. Chachere is currently accepting new patients.

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    Adelaide During, Do, Faap

    25553 Highway 59 # U, 
    Porter, TX 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Adelaide During is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Porter, Texas. Her clinical expertise encompasses Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, Asthma in Children, Genetic Epilepsy with Febrile Seizures Plus (GEFS+), and Diarrhea. Dr. During is currently accepting new patients.

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    Kelsey Seybold Clinic

    25553 US Highway 59 Ste 1450, 
    Porter, TX 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Kathryn Wright is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Porter, Texas. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vascular Birthmark, Stork Bite, Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Familial Short Stature (FSS). Dr. Wright is currently accepting new patients.

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    HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood

    22999 Highway 59 N, 
    Kingwood, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
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    English
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    Sangeetha Shankar is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Kingwood, Texas. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly, Polydactyly, Cerebral Hypoxia, and Hypospadias. Dr. Shankar is currently accepting new patients.

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    HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood

    22999 Highway 59 N, 
    Kingwood, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
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    Maxwell Nwugbana is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Kingwood, Texas. His clinical expertise encompasses Polydactyly, Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly, Cerebral Hypoxia, and Asthma in Children. Dr. Nwugbana is currently accepting new patients.

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    HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood

    22999 Highway 59 N, 
    Kingwood, TX 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin, Spanish
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    Jeffrey Chu is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Kingwood, Texas. His clinical expertise encompasses Viral Gastroenteritis, Croup, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, and Asthma in Children. Dr. Chu is currently accepting new patients.

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    Northeast Pediatrics Associates Of Humble

    104 E Main St, 
    Humble, TX 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Offers Telehealth

    Bellatrix Vivas is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Humble, Texas. Dr. Vivas is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Viral Gastroenteritis, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Delayed Growth. Dr. Vivas is currently accepting new patients.

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    Kelsey Seybold Clinic

    25553 Highway 59 # U, 
    Porter, TX 
     (2.0 miles away)
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    Jakeen Johnson is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Porter, Texas. Dr. Johnson is currently accepting new patients.

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    18980 N Memorial Dr, Ste 240, 
    Humble, TX 
     (7.9 miles away)
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    Olubunmi Ogundadegbe is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Humble, Texas. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Ogundadegbe is currently accepting new patients in some locations.

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    1055 Evergreen Cir, 
    The Woodlands, TX 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Matthew Powellson is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in The Woodlands, Texas. Dr. Powellson is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Empyema, Sinusitis, Tracheitis, and Erectile Dysfunction (ED). Dr. Powellson is currently accepting new patients.

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    1055 Evergreen Cir, 
    The Woodlands, TX 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Philbert Yau is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in The Woodlands, Texas. Dr. Yau is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Asthma in Children. Dr. Yau is currently accepting new patients.

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    1699 Research Forest Dr, Ste 150, 
    Shenandoah, TX 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Dr. Aaron Miller earned a combined MD and MBA at Texas Tech University Medical Center School of Medicine in Lubbock. He completed residencies in internal medicine and ophthalmology at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, and a fellowship in pediatric ophthalmology at Texas Children’s Hospital/ Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Board certified in ophthalmology, Dr. Miller has clinical interests in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus. He treats patients from birth to adulthood. Currently, Dr. Miller serves on the faculties of the Baylor College of Medicine and MgGregor Medical School at UTHealth in Houston. Dr. Miller’s practice philosophy centers on communication. He strives to listen to patients and answer every question that may arise, emphasizing the importance of educating parents about their children’s eye conditions. His practice is characterized by outstanding care where staff members believe they are privileged to serve each patient. Dr. Miller has been recognized with a variety of professional honors and has given more than four dozen presentations at major national and international conferences. He is the author of numerous journal articles and has been active in ophthalmological research, most recently as part of a National Institutes of Health-funded group facilitating multi-center clinical research in strabismus, amblyopia and other eye disorders that affect children. A resident of The Woodlands, Dr. Miller is married and has three boys, including a set of twins. His favorite activities outside his practice are spending time with his family and following Texas Longhorn football. Dr. Miller is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Micropthalmia Associated with Colobomatous Cyst, Lenz Microphthalmia Syndrome, Microphthalmia Syndromic 9, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Miller is currently accepting new patients.

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    25214 Borough Park Dr, 
    Spring, TX 
     (10.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Dr. Shahzad Islam Shah earned his medical degree from Dow University of Health Sciences in Karachi, Pakistan. He then completed his internship in internal medicine and general surgery at the Civil Hospital in Karachi and his residency in pediatrics at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Wichita. Board certified in pediatrics, Dr. Shah has practiced medicine since 1996. His clinical interests include asthma, allergies, eczema, vaccinations and preventive medicine. Parents appreciate Dr. Shah’s personal and compassionate care as well as the time and attention he devotes to their children. He is proactive in educating parents about their child’s health so they can make informed decisions. He strongly believes in monitoring each patient’s growth and development and preventive healthcare. Dr. Shah is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatrics and a member of the Texas Medical Association and Harris County Medical Society. Residents of The Woodlands, Dr. Shah and his wife, who is also a pediatrician, have two children.He is a car enthusiast and enjoys cycling and playing cricket. Dr. Shah is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Asthma in Children, Asthma, and Diarrhea. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

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    Shenandoah, TX 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Dr. Michelle Suhendra earned her medical degree at UT Southwestern Medical School in Dallas and completed her internship and residency at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston). Dr Suhendra, who is board certified in pediatrics, has been in practice in the Houston area since 2012 and in The Woodlands since 2020. She offers a broad range of pediatric services for patients through age 18, including prenatal visits and consultation, newborn care, checkups, school and sports physicals, vaccinations, vision and hearing screenings and ADHD assessment. She provides treatment for conditions including fever, ear pain, colds, flu, asthma, allergies, rashes, constipation and diarrhea. A mother herself, Dr. Suhendra approaches her practice from a parent's perspective. She works to relate to her patients and gain trust by bringing up things that are developmentally appropriate. She emphasizes communication with her patients parents and seeks to develop partnerships with her patients and their families. This active role, she believes, leads to better treatment decisions and outcomes. Dr. Suhendra, who lives in The Woodlands, is married to a physician and the mother of three children. Away from her practice, she enjoys traveling (especially to new islands, Canada and all places Disney), family bike rides, watching movies, swimming, photo-booking, crafting and baking. Dr. Suhendra is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Developmental Dysphasia Familial, Croup, Obesity in Children, and Viral Gastroenteritis. Dr. Suhendra is currently accepting new patients.

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    25214 Borough Park Dr, 
    Spring, TX 
     (10.9 miles away)
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    English, Hindi, Spanish, Urdu
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    Nighat Sultana is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Spring, Texas. Dr. Sultana is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Asthma in Children, Diarrhea, and Vitamin D Deficiency. Dr. Sultana is currently accepting new patients.

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    16430 W Lake Houston Pkwy, Ste 400, 
    Houston, TX 
     (11.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Hilary Neufeld is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Neufeld is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Developmental Dysphasia Familial, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Croup. Dr. Neufeld is currently accepting new patients.

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    9180 Pinecroft Dr, Ste 310, 
    Shenandoah, TX 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
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    Dr. Joseph P. Vilela Edralin graduated from Houston Baptist University and earned his medical degree from McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston). He completed his internship at the University of Florida in Jacksonville and returned to McGovern Medical School to complete his pediatric residency. Board certified in pediatrics, Dr. Edralin treats children from birth to 8 years old and speaks Tagalog (Filipino). He has practiced in The Woodlands since 1993. Dr. Edralin’s clinical interests focus on patients with complex medical histories: primary care needs of former preterm infants and neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) patients; feeding difficulties in young children, especially infants and toddlers; supplemental and gastrostomy feedings for children under 8; nutritional and developmental assessments for pre-adolescents; medical and behavioral management of autism; attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) for pre-adolescents; asthma; atopic dermatitis; and cow's milk protein-induced enterocolitis. Dr. Edralin’s cordial and compassionate practice philosophy ensures a small-town atmosphere in a large metropolitan area and provides comprehensive care that is neither rushed nor dismissive. The practice has immediate access to multiple pediatric subspecialists, as well as occupational, physical and speech therapies for developmentally challenged patients. Clinic physicians themselves answer after-hours calls. A resident of The Woodlands, Dr. Edralin enjoys volunteering at the Interfaith Community Clinic in his leisure time, in addition to karaoke, fishing and cycling. Dr. Edralin is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Croup, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Atopic Dermatitis, Increased Head Circumference, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Edralin is currently accepting new patients.

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    How do I find a Pediatrician near porter, TX?

    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 porter, TX 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 porter, TX to get diagnosed and treated.

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    What are the different kinds of primary care providers, including Pediatricians,  near porter, TX?

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

    Typically, your porter 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 porter, TX.

    Should I get a second opinion from another Pediatrician near porter, TX 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 porter, TX. 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 porter, TX 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 porter, TX who can provide a second opinion.

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

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

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

    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 porter. 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 porter 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 porter, TX?

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

    Can a Pediatrician near porter, TX help me check symptoms?

    Depending on your symptoms,  a Pediatrician near porter, TX 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 porter, TX?

    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 porter, TX 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 porter, TX?

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