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

Map & Directions

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

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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.

  1. December 31, 2001

    When Is Too Much, Too Much?

    Louis P. Theriot, M.D., F.A.A.P. Do some of us overschedule our kids in physical activities? Dr. Theriot recalls a patient history that shows what can happen when our kids over-extend themselves.

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    1. December 10, 2001

      The Night Crier

      John H. Samson, M.D., F.A.A.P. Dr. Samson looks at one reason for night crying.

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      1. September 17, 2001

        Congenital Glaucoma

        Louis P. Theriot, M.D., F.A.A.P. Dr. Theriot examines the signs and symptoms of congenital glaucoma.

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        1. September 03, 2001

          Choosing Day Care For School-Age Children

          Carolyn Warnemuende, M.S. Concerns and questions every parent should have when choosing day care for an older child.

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          1. August 27, 2001

            Up Your Nose

            Louis P. Theriot, M.D., F.A.A.P. When a patient comes into the office with sniffles, Dr. Theriot finds more than he expects.

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            1. August 06, 2001

              Choosing Day Care For Infants And Young Children

              Carolyn Warnemuende, M.S. Four standards to look for when selecting day care for your infant and young child.

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              1. July 30, 2001

                It Ain’t Ringworm

                Louis P. Theriot, M.D., F.A.A.P. Pityiasis Rosea is often mistaken for ringworm. Yet it is self-limiting and self-resolving that will clear up on its own.

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                1. July 16, 2001

                  Fear Of The Dark

                  Fear of the dark is one of the most exhausing issues parents face. The fears are real and must be addressed. Here are some guidelines for parents to use through this difficult time.

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                  1. July 02, 2001

                    The Slow Learner

                    Carolyn Warnemuende, M.S. About 22 or 23% of the population falls into a range that educators label low average or borderline. This means that the child will not learn as easily or as well as his same-age peers. When parents understand how to appropriately assist and advocate for their child, both child and parents experience less frustration and discouragement.

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                    1. June 18, 2001

                      Crohn’s Disease

                      Peter W. Welty, M.D., F.A.A.P. Teenagers have trouble accepting and managing any chronic illness. Crohn disease is an example.

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