Summer fun is here! Temperatures are rising and the kids are out of school, which means families will be heading to the water for cool and refreshing fun. Before you pack the towels and sunscreen, and head off to your favorite destinations, there are a few things you should consider. Talking to your pediatrician about
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5 Things Your Pediatrician Wants You to Know
It’s very scary when your child is sick after your pediatrician’s regular office hours, whether it be late in the evening or over the weekend. A lot of worried parents might be tempted to take their child directly to the hospital emergency room, but not all issues require immediate attention, and quite a few can
Read MoreHow to Help Your Student Athlete Avoid Fall Sports Injuries: Part 2
We recently shared some interesting pointers on helping your student athlete avoid injuries this fall, whether they be on the football field, the track, or cheering for one of the teams. Our orthopedic urgent care specialists have even more tips to prevent common injuries, such as concussions, soft tissue injuries, and repetitive motion conditions to
Read MoreHow to Help Your Student Athlete Avoid Fall Sports Injuries – Part 1
Back-to-school season equates to sports season for many middle and high school athletes. While team sports impart many wonderful things like discipline, focus, interdependence, and physical fitness, there is also an ever-present risk of orthopedic sports injuries. Sports injuries are the leading cause of seeking emergency medical care for 12-17-year olds; according to USA Today,
Read MoreWhen Do Pediatric Fevers Need Treatment?
At what point is your child’s fever a cause for concern? Fevers are not actually harmful themselves. In fact, fevers have some benefit, in both signaling when something is wrong inside the body and killing off heat-sensitive bacteria and viruses. But they sure can be uncomfortable for children – and scary for parents. Children’s temperatures
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