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December 12, 2011To Homeschool Or Not To Homeschool—That Is The Question
Time and time again I am asked the title question. After years of experience talking to parents who are either for or against this method of education the following concepts have evolved.
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December 05, 2011
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November 28, 2011
Fever Is Our Friend: How Come Reptiles Are Smarter Than Humans?
Due to the large volume of phone calls from our patients regarding FEVER, we will be running this article again! This is a topic that needs to be addressed every cold weather season. It is time for a clearer understanding of the topic of elevated body temperature.
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November 21, 2011
Anxiety In The Classroom
If your child is complaining about stress and anxiety in the classroom, then it is time for you to evaluate the extent to which she is involved both at school and in the extracurricular arena. Sometimes, the stress isn’t triggered by the classroom but by the overcommitted nature of her daily life. Take the time now to help your child prioritize her commitments and start to set some personal boundaries.
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November 14, 2011
Fast Facts: Basic Infant Care
Myths and Old Wives tales run rampant. Here are a few frequently told, and often misunderstood tidbits on infants. Fast Facts will be an ongoing source of quick, relevant, and easily accessible information.
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November 07, 2011
Probiotics – Useful Or Just Costly?
What do the studies say about the usefulness of probiotics?
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October 24, 2011
Hydrocoele In A Newborn Male
Hydrocoeles are quite common in newborn males. Dr. Theriot examines what they are and why they form.
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October 17, 2011
What’s Up Doc?
Dr. Samson examines the literature to look at new studies in jaundice, peanut allergies, and cardiovascular disease.
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October 10, 2011
Choking Prevention
Choking is the leading cause of injury that results in death for children younger than one year of age. Parents must be aware of common choking hazards and take preventive measures to avoid a choking accident.
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October 03, 2011A Recipe For Success
Examine the essential elements to make a school year successful.
Office Hours
By appointment only
Monday-Friday: 9am - 5:15pm
Saturday: 10-
Sunday: closed
Appointments
(562) 426-5551
(562) 434-7431
Location
2921 Redondo Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
About PMC
The Pediatric Medical Center provides comprehensive medical care for patients from birth through college with special expertise in:
- Attention Deficit Disorder
- Learning Disorders
- Allergy Diagnosis & Management
- Complex Diagnostic & Management Problems
Pediatricians
John H. Samson, M.D., F.A.A.P.
Michael L. Goodin, M.D., F.A.A.P.
Louis P. Theriot, M.D., F.A.A.P.
Peter W. Welty, M.D., F.A.A.P.
Shanna R. Cox, M.D., F.A.A.P.
Lori Livingston, M.D.
History
The center was originally founded by H. Milton Van Dyke, M.D., F.A.A.P. in 1933. Subsequently it was directed by Richard D. DeGolla, M.D., F.A.A.P. and Alexander Van Dyke, M.D., F.A.A.P.
The current office location was opened in 1963 and originally designed by renowned architect Edward Killingsworth. He was essential to the Southern California Mid-Century architectural movement.
The Informed Parent
Published by the Pediatric Medical Center for our patients and for parents everywhere.
