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• 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

• posted: Mar. 28, 2018
• sports injuries

When a child is injured, a proper healing process is especially crucial because their limbs, bones, and brains are still developing. Even if an injury seems minor, it’s worthwhile to Read More

• posted: Mar. 02, 2018
• Baby Care,  Nail Care,  Infants

  When it comes to caring for your baby, nail care is often overlooked. In the first few months of life, you may not be too worried about caring for your Read More

• posted: Feb. 06, 2018
• Infant

Your child’s safety is your responsibility, even when your baby is sleeping.Your pediatrician is available to provide you with helpful tips to keep your baby safe while he or she is Read More

• posted: Jan. 15, 2018
• Strep Throat

Having strep throat seems to be a rite of passage for most children. It's a highly contagious bacterial infection, but many of its symptoms can mimic other issues. At Prime Read More

• posted: Jan. 02, 2018
• Tanning,  Adolescents,  Skin Cancer

As the skin cancer rate continues to rise, many of us can’t help but wonder why people continue to expose themselves to harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation. A tan, whether it’s Read More

• posted: Dec. 01, 2017
• Sick Children

Colds may be common, but that does not mean caring for your child’s cold is easy. To help your little one feel better, your pediatrician is available to offer tips Read More

• posted: Nov. 01, 2017
• Baby Home

When your little one turns into baby-on-the-go, it's time to start baby proofing your home. While you cannot create an environment that is 100% safe, you can take the best Read More

• posted: Nov. 01, 2017
• ADHD

You worry about your child's impulsiveness and restless behavior. Her first grade teacher says she cannot sit still for story time, and quiet work is almost impossible work. You've heard of ADHD (Attention Read More

• posted: Oct. 02, 2017
• Nose Bleeds

While nosebleeds can be scary for a child, they are rarely a cause for alarm. Nosebleeds are typically common in children ages 3 to 10 years, and will often stop Read More

• posted: Sep. 11, 2017
• Hearing Tests,  Ear Infections

Ear infections, acute maladies of the middle ear caused by viruses or bacteria, affect millions of young children annually, states the American Academy of Pediatrics. Your Gaithersburg, MD children's doctor, Read More

• posted: Sep. 06, 2017
• Poisons,  Safety

Young children explore the world by putting things in their mouth. For this reason, more than one million children under the age of six are victims of accidental poisoning each Read More

• posted: Aug. 01, 2017
• Proper Hygiene,  Washing Hands

One of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of illnesses is through proper hand washing.  Young children in particular need to be reminded to wash their hands, which Read More