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

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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

Learn more about PMC

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.

Behavior

  1. January 14, 2002

    The Clinging Daycare Child

    How to prevent difficult daycare drop-offs.

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    1. January 07, 2002
      1. June 11, 2001

        Terrible Twos

        “Acting out in the form of tantrums is not only common in toddlers, but also perfectly normal.” That’s fine, but please! How can I prevent it?

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        1. April 16, 2001

          Pros And Cons Of Preschool, Part 1

          John H. Samson, M.D., F.A.A.P. The necessity and value is discussed in a frank and hopefully unbiased manner. You must be the judge of what is best for your child. Base your decision on fact, not emotion.

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          1. March 26, 2001

            Normal Breast Development In An Adolescent Male

            Louis P. Theriot, M.D., F.A.A.P. Two-thirds of all males experience gynecomastia at mid-puberty. Is it a problem or not?

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            1. February 19, 2001

              The Worry-Wart

              Peter W. Welty, M.D., F.A.A.P. A look at separation anxiety disorder.

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              1. February 05, 2001

                When Children Tantrum, Part 2

                Carolyn Warnemuende, M.S. Older children who tantrum are discouraged. They don’t know how to get their needs met through appropriate behavior. Parents can assist their child to learn positive ways of getting the attention, power and control that he wants. The process may not be quick, but with commitment, consistency, and follow through harmony can reign in your family.

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                1. January 01, 2001

                  When Children Tantrum, Part 1

                  Carolyn Warnemuende, M.S. Temper tantrums in children often bring out parental feelings of inadequacy, helplessness, or revenge. These responses do not effectively assist a child during a tantrum. In this two-part article, we will explore strategies that allow both parent and child to emerge from a tantrum in integrity. This month focuses on tantrums in the very young child.

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                  1. May 01, 2000

                    Bipolar Disorder: Does It “Happen” To Children?

                    An examination of bipolar disorder, its diagnosis and treatment in children.

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                    1. February 08, 1999

                      When Children Steal: Part 2

                      Carolyn Warnemuende, M.S. Knowing what lies behind stealing helps parents recognize patterns that may be occurring in other parts of their child’s life. It also assists them in understanding needs that aren’t being met in his life so that you can teach him to meet them in socially appropriate and effective ways.

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