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

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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.

Discipline

  1. April 30, 2012

    My Baby Needs That Sleep Time Bottle

    Peter W. Welty, M.D., F.A.A.P. She simply will not fall asleep unless she has that bottle with her in bed. Surely there can be no harm in that. Or is there?

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    1. November 09, 2009

      Childhood Obesity Trends

      Shanna R. Cox, M.D., F.A.A.P. A quick look at the growing issue of childhood obesity.

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      1. April 27, 2009

        Do I Love My Child Enough To Discipline?

        A look at effective discipline techniques.

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        1. March 31, 2007

          Who’s in Charge Here?

          John H. Samson, M.D., F.A.A.P. The hallmark of effective parenting is a consistent and unified approach by both parents.

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          1. August 30, 2004

            Cough Syrup Abuse

            Shanna R. Cox, M.D., F.A.A.P. Dr. Cox looks at the dangers of cough syrup abuse.

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            1. April 15, 2002

              When My Child Steals

              Expert advice on how to deal with a child who steals.

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              1. January 14, 2002

                The Clinging Daycare Child

                How to prevent difficult daycare drop-offs.

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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. 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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