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Phone: 404-508-1177

After Hours: 404-508-1177

Fax: 404-508-9640

Email: info@dekalbpeds.net

 

 

 

 

 

Well Child Care

The schedule for well visits is listed below. Many of our patients like to see the same provider, when possible, for checkups, while others like to rotate and meet us all. We leave the choice to you. We schedule well visits up to 3 months in advance, and for infants the next appointment  is scheduled when you leave each checkup. For older children and teens many parents schedule checkups around their child’s birthday, while it seems that many others wait for the spring and summer, making that a very busy time to get the appointments and providers you prefer. Please plan ahead and call in advance, especially if you know forms for school or camp are required.          

What To Expect at Well Visits:

Babies: We will take a detailed history about feeding, sleep development and any concerns you have. We will measure and weigh, plot a growth curve, examine, do developmental screens and give immunizations following the AAP schedule. Click here for more information about vaccines and the schedule. (for all ages)

Children: We will take a detailed history including social, developmental and school issues, nutrition, and any concerns. Measurements, growth chart, BMI, blood pressure, and an exam are always done. A finger prick for anemia, hearing and vision screens (beginning at age 4 years), urinalysis and immunizations are done at the appropriate ages.

Teens: We will take a detailed history from the parent regarding any concerns, then from the teen. Beginning around age 10-11 we prepare the teen to be examined without the parent present and will discuss things in confidence, encouraging dialogue. School, social, and risky behaviors are addressed. An exam is done along with any other recommended procedures and immunizations.

Any  school , sports, or camp forms that need to be completed will be done free of any additional charge if they are brought to the checkup.                                 

 

 

 

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