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.

Family Life

  1. February 21, 2005

    Vegetarianism

    Shanna R. Cox, M.D., F.A.A.P. To classify oneself as a vegetarian you must understand the benefits as well as the deficiencies in this life style.

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    1. August 02, 2004

      Summer Camp Fun

      Carolyn Warnemuende, M.S. Homesickness is an expected emotion when youngsters first go to camp. Here are some positive steps to take before camp begins.

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      1. February 23, 2004

        Pet Ownership: Making An Informed Decision

        Shanna R. Cox, M.D., F.A.A.P. Dr. Cox looks at the rewards and considerations that need to go into pet ownership.

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        1. June 09, 2003

          Who Makes Medical Decisions After The Divorce

          Peter W. Welty, M.D., F.A.A.P. Dr. Welty examines custody arrangements and their impact on pediatric care.

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          1. September 30, 2002

            The Basis Of Sleep Problems

            Peter W. Welty, M.D., F.A.A.P. A look at the results of a sleep study focused on sleep disorders in children and adolescents.

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            1. June 03, 2002

              Summer Learning

              Carolyn Warnemuende, M.S. Learning comes in fun packages. Even if your child is not attending summer school you can make the days rich and rewarding.

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              1. January 21, 2002
                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 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. 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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