A pediatrician is a doctor that is specially trained to care for children. On average, a pediatrician spends four years studying in an undergraduate institution, four years at a medical school and trains at least three years in a residency program before obtaining their board certification. Pediatric specialists spend additional time training in a fellowship program. Pediatricians focus on prevention as well as treatment of illnesses.
Regular visits are recommended so that your pediatrician can make sure your child is progressing in growth and development and is up to date on recommended screening and vaccines.
During infancy, a baby should visit their doctor multiple times in a year because their body undergoes dramatic changes in growth and development. As a toddler, the frequency gradually decreases until age three years when a child visits once a year. Please see our Routine Well-Child Visit section for a closer look at the recommended visit schedule.
Sure! If your child is sick, we will do our best to accommodate you for a same-day visit. Please call our office to secure an appointment time.
Most insurance plans allow for only one per year (365 days). If your child needs an annual physical, please call us in advance to schedule a well visit.
If your child needs urgent medical care, it is best to visit the nearest emergency department. For non-urgent matters, you may call our office and leave a voice message, or send us a message on the patient portal. We will respond within 24 hours.
To reach the doctor after hours, please call our office and follow the prompts to be directed to our answering service.
Of course! We encourage and welcome new parents to schedule a prenatal visit to meet with Dr. Haidar. You’ll have a chance to get acquainted with us and our office, as well as ask any questions you have about our practice and what our care will look like after the birth of your baby.
Yes, we follow the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommended vaccine schedule. As healthcare providers for children and young adults, we believe in protecting our patients from these preventable diseases. Here are a few helpful links:
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