Pediatric care for babies, kids and teens

We care for injuries and illnesses of all kinds, including:

• Asthma, a serious breathing illness
• Allergies, including seasonal allergies (hay fever), foot allergies and eczema (dry or flaky skin)   
• Common colds, cough and fever
• COVID-19
• Ear infections
• Injuries, such as sprains, strains and fractures (bone breaks)
• Oral health (well-being of the mouth, teeth, gums and tongue)
• Pink eye
• Pneumonia and RSV (serious lung illnesses)
• Rashes
• Skin infections
• Skin problems, like acne
• Stomach flu
• Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)

We care for these conditions with short- and long-term care plans, lifestyle changes and preventive care to keep your child healthy. 

We connect you with top specialists to provide care for your child’s ongoing health problems, including:

• ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder)
• Anxiety (worrying more than normal) and depression
• Autism spectrum disorder, also called ASD (a complex disorder that affects how a person acts, communicates, learns and interacts with others)
• Chickenpox
• Conjunctivitis (pink eye)
• Diabetes (type 1 and type 2)
• Fever
• Lice
• Mono
• Scoliosis (curving of the spine that’s not normal)
• Skin rash
• Sleeping problems 

We’re here to help you support your teen on a range of topics, including:

• Anxiety (worrying more than normal)
• Depression
• Sex education, including information on STIs (sexually transmitted infections)
• Substance use disorder 

It varies from person to person, but most children switch from a pediatrician to a family doctor when they become adults between ages 18 to 21.

Babies and young children need to see a pediatrician more often because they are growing and changing fast. Talk to your pediatrician to find out what’s best for your child.

A schedule for pediatrician visits often follows a schedule such as: 

• 12 months old (one year)
• 15 months old (one year and 3 months)
• 18 months old (one year and 6 months)
• 24 months old (2 years)
• 30 months old (2 years and 6 months)
• 3 years old
• 4 years old

After age 4, your pediatrician will let you know how often your child should return for checkups. 

Your child should see a pediatric specialist if they have certain health issues or conditions that need expert care. This can happen at any age, depending on what your child needs. Some examples include:

• ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder)
• Allergies to food
• Developmental issues
• Digestive issues
• Headaches or migraines
• Seizure disorders

Here are some common questions you might want to ask your pediatrician to ensure you're providing the best care for your baby:

• How is my baby's growth and development compared to typical milestones?
• How often should I be feeding my baby?
• Should I be supplementing (adding) with formula if I'm breastfeeding?
• When should I start feeding my baby solid foods, and what foods should I start with?
• How many hours of sleep should my baby be getting?
• What vaccinations does my baby need, and when?
• What should I do if my baby has a fever?
• What are the best ways to prevent and care for diaper rash?
• What are the signs of colic, and how can I soothe a colicky baby?
• What are common skin conditions in babies, and how should I treat them?

If your child is experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.