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.

Preschool

  1. June 25, 2000

    Autism And The MMR Vaccine: A Look At The Controversy

    Louis P. Theriot, M.D., F.A.A.P. Studies are ongoing to try to unlock the mystery of autism. The cause is not known. The Center for Disease Control does not recommend changing the immunization schedule, that is giving the MMR vaccine at one year of age.

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    1. June 19, 2000

      You Are What You Eat

      John H. Samson, M.D., F.A.A.P. Dr. Samson explores the behavioral changes that can occur when avoiding certain foods, including the alleviation of ADHD behavior.

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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. June 07, 1999

          Tetanus Shots: Not Just For Kids

          Louis P. Theriot, M.D., F.A.A.P. Why everyone, not just kids, needs a tetanus shot.

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          1. February 01, 1999

            Potty Training…When To Start?

            Louis P. Theriot, M.D., F.A.A.P. Find out when your child is ready to begin toilet training.

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            1. December 01, 1998

              Croup…A Parent’s Nightmare

              Louis P. Theriot, M.D., F.A.A.P. Typically seen in the winter months, croup is a viral infection. It is important to contact your doctor with any questions.

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              1. September 01, 1998

                Skin Rush, Impetigo

                Peter W. Welty, M.D., F.A.A.P. This bacterial infection should be treated to prevent spreading.

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                1. December 01, 1997

                  When To Bring Your Child To The Doctor

                  Louis P. Theriot, M.D., F.A.A.P. At the first sign of your child’s illness, call your doctor. Let him decide the next indicated course of action.

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                  1. June 01, 1997

                    Tonsils And Adenoids…When To Do Surgery: A Pediatrician’s Perspective

                    Louis P. Theriot, M.D., F.A.A.P. In the case of large tonsils and adenoids, the decision to do surgery is one that must be made on an individual basis, as each case is different.

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