Swimmer’s ear has a catchy name, but it can really cause problems for both kids and adults, particularly in the summer months when people head to the pool and the beach more often. What is swimmer’s ear? Swimmer’s ear, also known at otitis externa, is a common infection of the outer ear canal, the channel that carries sounds from the outside to the eardrum. Swimmer’s ear can be caused by several different types of bacteria or fungi, but it’s generally easy to treat by your healthcare Read More
Pediatricians
What Can You Do to Treat a Nosebleed?
As a parent, the first time you witness a nosebleed in your child or in your child's friend, it can be scary – and your child may be alarmed if they see blood or notice that you are alarmed! Luckily, there's usually a simple explanation behind most nosebleeds. A nosebleed is a loss of blood from the tissues lining the nose, and they are most common in children from 2 to 10 years old. The inside of the nose has many small blood vessels that can bleed easily, and most nosebleeds happen in Read More
10 Symptoms of a Pediatric Ear Infection
Your child is in pain and tugging on an ear. We all know that it never happens at a good time. There is always some hesitation about whether to seek treatment for an ear infection. Knowing what to look for can help save you time and prevent worry when deciding to go to the doctor for treatment. An ear infection can be a viral or bacterial. It involves fluid accumulating around the eardrum in the middle ear and painful inflammation. If your child has a cold and a stuffy nose, there is a Read More
What Does It Mean to be a Board-Certified Pediatrician?
You may remember your pediatrician as a friendly or kindly man or woman, who made jokes, occasionally wore funny hats, and also gave you shots. A pediatrician is a doctor who specializes in the physical and mental health of children from birth to the end of their teen years. A pediatrician provides a wide range of health services, from preventative care to the diagnosis and treatment of illnesses, conditions, and disease. Pediatrics is the medical discipline that specializes in this care. A Read More
Why do summer camps require physicals?
Whether it’s your child’s first summer going away to camp, or they proudly wear their “Camp Tuckahoe, Tyler Hill, or Agawam” shirt as a badge of honor – completing their pre-camp medical physical is an important part of ending the school year, and starting their send off. Collecting standardized health and medical records have been protocol since the 1930s when Boy Scouts of America enacted their Annual Health and Medical Record (AHMR). This authorization and health history document was signed Read More
Pediatric Urgent Care: The Antidote for Panicked Parents & Children
When your little one is suffering from a chills-and-fever type of situation late Friday, or a sprained ankle on a Saturday – it can be enough to throw any parent into a tizzy. But before you pack the car and head for the emergency room, consider the ramifications. Anyone who has ever spent any time in an ER waiting room knows the order of operation: those with dire situations are selected first. In many cases, this can lead to lengthy wait times and an unpleasant experience for both parent Read More
My child has a fever: when is it time to see a doctor?
Fretting over the Fever: Does Your Child Require Medical Attention? We’ve all been there; it’s the wee hours of the evening, and your little one is up with a high fever (and a bevy of other symptoms). To avoid being labeled a “helicopter” parent, many consider whether the incident is worthy of a call to the doctor or even a trip to the ER – or if it’s just a fleeting temperature change that will pass with the right OTC meds and some rest. Luckily, there are some helpful rules of thumb to calm Read More
