General Practitioner (GP) or Family Doctor: Tween
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Pediatrician vs Family Practice
Asked by A.K. from Chicago
on September 23, 2010
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Hi moms,
My husband has new insurance so we are forced to make decisions about changing doctors for our daughter. Does anyone have strong feelings one way or the o...
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- Pediatricians are trained in how to deal with children and their illnesses. I would not take a child under elementary age to anyone else. Just my opinion.
- With my first child I used a ped for a little over a year. He was ok but I did not care for him so started taking my son to the family doctor. When I found out my 2nd ...
- I have mixed feelings about this. If your doctor is up to date on lots of things then it may be okay. Sometimes Pediatricians are just downright goofy. I mean, some ...
Pediatrician VS. Family Doctor?????
Asked by M.H. from Kansas City
on April 17, 2008
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I am due in about 8 weeks and can't really make up my mind on wether my newborn should see a pediatrician or just our regular family doctor. My mother is a nurse at m...
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- Don't worry either way you choose....the doctor will always be there when you need them or a nurse. Don't worry Mommy to be, you & baby will be fine:-). God luck & God...
- I say better safe then sorry. My daughter was diagnosed with cerebral palsy and she probably would have beed diagnosed earlier if she had had a pediatrician even thoug...
- M., The experience a pediatrician can bring to the table vs. a family doctor, is priceless. Have you been seeing your family doctor all throughout your pregnancy...
14 Year Old That Has a Lot of Headaches
Asked by D.J. from Tulsa
on April 7, 2008
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I have a 14 year old son that has headaches quite often. He wears glasses, so that is not the problem. He comes home from school daily with a headache. I have taken...
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- I'm a firm believer in dehydration being a cause of headaches. How much water is he drinking each day? Whenever I feel a headache coming on I have a large glass of ...
- I had headaches at this age. Every afternoon they would come on and I would be in bed all afternoon. I saw a a doctor and they ran many of test. Nothing would show up....
- You might try taking him to a Chiropractor. If his axis isn't aligned, it can cause headaches. Go to one who uses an activator instead of bending & popping the body. I...
Pediatrician or Family Doctor?
Asked by A.D. from Elmira
on April 30, 2008
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I am a first time mom due in July and my husband and I are trying to figure out whether to use a family doctor or pediatrician. Any advice? What are the pros and con...
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- I feel pretty well versed on this topic... I have just had my third baby (born in November) and we happen to move quite often (my husband in the military). We are sch...
- I don't know where you live but we use Seashore Pediatrics Wall NJ (rt138) - We have been using them for years and I would never change who I am using - I hope this helps
- HI CONGRADULATIONS!! A pediatrician doctor I fell will suit the baby needs at this time. Ask family or friend if they know any that they could recommend . good luck
Seeking Pediatrician or Family Doctor
Asked by J.P. from Cleveland
on January 29, 2009
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My family and I are new to Mentor and I am looking for a referral for a pediatrican or family doctor. I also have a question on wether I should choose a family doc fo...
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- Hi J., We go to Kids First Pediatrics. It is a group of women doctors who used to belong to Euclid Pediatrics. A few years ago they branched off and formed their own...
- I think your kids should see a pediatrician and you and your husband see your own doctor. All the kids in my family and extended family see Dr. Danan at Northeast Pedi...
- Hi J. - I live in Mentor, too. My children are girl - 5 and boy 7 (on 2/2). We go to University Pediatrics in the medical building on the corner of Mentor Ave and Ho...
Finding Pediatricain or Family Doctor???
Asked by S.W. from Houston
on February 29, 2008
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Hi moms! Well I am asking another question. I need to findc a family doctor or pediatrition for my children and family in the Deer park, Pasadena, or LaPote areas if...
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- I LOVE my Pediatrician. Her name is Neera Bhutani she is at Clear Lake Pediatric Clinic (Hwy 3 & Bay Area Blvd). All of her staff are wonderful too. I have had to c...
- I love my Pedi in Webster. Bay Area Pediatrics. We use Dr Twining, but I don't know if he's accepting new patients. However, all the doctor's in the practice are fa...
- There are the (family practice) Boones on Jana and Fairmont (near HEB), on Fairmont in LaPorte there is a clinic in the strip center behind Burger King and my husband ...
Looking for a Pediatrician, Pedriatic Dentist & Family Doctor
Asked by P.M. from Los Angeles
on May 28, 2009
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I am looking for a good, caring and thorough Pediatrician,a Pediatric Dentist & a family doctor in Simi Valley. I'll take any recommendations. Thank you for your hel...
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- When we first moved to town we used Dr. Dingilian (his office is on Sycamore near the hospital- Simi Family Medical Group). He is a family practice doctor and he deliv...
- Our family doctor is also our pediatrician, and we all LOVE her! Her name is Shayla Kasel, MD, and she is in Wood Ranch ###-###-####. The whole office is super friendly.
- Hi P., Our pediatrician is Dr Patton ###-###-####. She is on Sycamore just north of Alamo across from the hospital. She is great! We have four kids. My husband i...
14 Year Old Teenager
Asked by S.C. from Kokomo
on February 16, 2008
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I would like to now if what age do you take your 14 year old daughter to the obgyn for her first exam and no she isnt sexually active i was just curious what age you t...
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- It is suggested by CDC that you go to your first OBGYN appointment at age 18 or when you become sexually active, which ever comes first.
- S., I don't believe she needs to go untill she's 18 or sexually active or if she is having problems. My daughter is just 18 and the only reason she went is because of...
- I didn't have my first OBGYN appointment until I was pregnant at 20. I was a little nervous because I thought/had heard I should have went earlier. I talked to my OB...
Seeking Great Family Doctor
Asked by L.M. from Atlanta
on February 9, 2008
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Can anyone suggest a great general practice MD for our family. I'd prefer one in the Cumming/Alpharetta area however I'm willing to drive further if need be.
Thanks
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- Dr. Moraczewski is the finest GP we've ever had and was voted one of Atlanta's best. Phone-###-###-####. He is in Alpharetta on Milton Parkway...
- A neighbor of mine goes to this doctor and recommended him to another neighbor looking for a GP. Dr Scott Griffith North Chattahoochee Family Physicians 3890 John...
- We have a GREAT family doctor that we have been using for the past 9 months about. It is Dr. Gary Orris of Lanier Family Healthcare. He is located in the Vickery Vil...
Seeking Pediatrician & General Practioner in Lawrenceville near McKendree ES
Asked by L.P. from Atlanta
on August 27, 2008
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My kids and I have just relocated from North Jersey to Lawerencville, and we are looking for a peditician for my 13 yo son and 11 yo daughter as well as a General Prac...
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- OB/GYN - Dr. Walters ###-###-#### Pediatrician - Dr. Pitts ###-###-#### Internal Medicine (Adult Doctor) Dr. Babon ###-###-#### I love these doctors. Even my...
- I suggest Preferred Women's Healthcare for a GYN. They are wonderful. I have been going there for 8 years. My mother goes there as well. They are located in the me...
- There is a great Pediatrician's office off of Lawrenceville Suawanee. It is called Lawrenceville Pediatrics. I used them until my doctor moved to Loganville and I foll...
