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• posted: Feb. 22, 2019
• autism

A childhood diagnosis like autism produces many questions and concerns. Arming yourself with knowledge about this condition and what it means for your child is a necessity in order to Read More

• posted: Feb. 05, 2019
• Whooping Cough

Named after the characteristic sound of its notorious coughing fits, whooping cough is an extraordinarily uncomfortable condition that typically manifests itself in babies and in children ages 11 to 18 Read More

• posted: Jan. 10, 2019
• Asthma

Though it is common and often mild, childhood asthma can be a serious cause for concern for many parents. However, learning to spot the signs and symptoms of this chronic Read More

• posted: Jan. 09, 2019
• Sight

Does Your Child Have Vision Problems? Does your child have vision problems? Children learn through their eyes. Healthy vision is critical for children to see the computer and chalkboard, read, write, Read More

• posted: Dec. 07, 2018

When To Take Your Child To Urgent Care   As a parent, you want to always do everything you can when your child is sick, but sometimes it’s hard to tell exactly Read More

• posted: Nov. 05, 2018
• Child Care,  Cold,  Flu

Cold Vs. Flu Is it a cold or the flu? When it comes to your child's health, your pediatrician provides great information and guidance on the most common illnesses plaguing families. Read More

• posted: Oct. 01, 2018
• ADHD,  Learning Disabilities,  Individualized Learning Program

Is your child struggling to get a proper education because of a learning disability? If so, contact your Gaithersburg, MD, pediatrician, Dr. Farnoush Jamali at Prime Pediatrics. IEP in Gaithersburg Individualized Education Program (IEP) helps children integrate in a Read More

• posted: Oct. 01, 2018
• Sports Physical

Your child is eager to start the school year so they can participate in sports. That’s great news! Keeping your child active is an important part of a healthy lifestyle Read More

• posted: Aug. 30, 2018
• Pediatrician,  Child Care

Finding out you’re pregnant is a wonderfully exciting and whirlwind time. There are so many decisions to make as you watch your bump grow: What color should I paint the Read More

• posted: Aug. 02, 2018

Could your child’s itchy, red eye be pink eye? “Pink eye” are two words that no parent loves hearing but it’s one of the most common eye problems to affect both Read More

• posted: Jul. 27, 2018

Find out what to expect when your child comes in for their annual physical. Most schools require that students get a sports physical from their doctor every year. Even if your Read More

• posted: Jul. 02, 2018
• Well Child Visits

The number one goal of parents is to make sure their little ones are healthy and have the best quality of life possible. Of course, this means having a pediatrician Read More

• posted: May 31, 2018
• Fever

Your child awoke in the middle of the night complaining that they didn’t feel well. Your first reaction is to put your hand up to their forehead to see if Read More

• posted: May 03, 2018
• Wellness Checkups

Children need to go to the doctor for a wellness checkup at least once a year. At a wellness checkup, the pediatrician can help catch any problems early, when they Read More

• posted: May 01, 2018
• Eye Problems

When your little one is first born they will go through a series of tests and screenings to make sure they are healthy. This includes checking their vital signs, hearing, Read More

• posted: Apr. 03, 2018
• Sick Child

It isn’t easy to spot the symptoms of meningitis, as many people confuse the early signs and symptoms with the flu. Meningitis signs and symptoms may develop over  several hours or Read More