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.

Fever

  1. January 09, 2012

    Fever Reducers And Pain Relievers: What Parents Need To Know

    Lori A. Livingston, M.D., F.A.A.P. Medications such as Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen are often recommended for fever or pain relief for infants and children. There have been some recent important changes in these recommendations and dosages. Parents need to be very cautious since these medications can be dangerous if given improperly.

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    1. November 28, 2011

      Fever Is Our Friend: How Come Reptiles Are Smarter Than Humans?

      John H. Samson, M.D., F.A.A.P. 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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      1. September 13, 2010
        1. March 30, 2009

          Your Child Is Sick. So Can He Go To School? The Updated Guidelines On When To Exclude Ill Children

          Lori A. Livingston, M.D., F.A.A.P. A good rule of thumb is that a child should stay home if the illness prevents him from participating comfortably in activities.

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          1. December 29, 2008
            1. October 16, 2006

              A Simple Medical Travel Bag

              Shanna R. Cox, M.D., F.A.A.P. Dr. Cox puts together the essentials every parent should had when traveling.

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              1. November 25, 2002

                Flu 101: Important Questions and Answers

                Here are some basic facts about the flue than everyone should know.

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                1. January 01, 2000

                  Influenza

                  John H. Samson, M.D., F.A.A.P. Dr. Samson clears up a common misconception about flu shots and influenza.

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                  1. November 01, 1998

                    The Flu Bug Strikes Again

                    Peter W. Welty, M.D., F.A.A.P. Dr. Welty takes another look at the seasonal flu.

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