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February 20, 2012Take Charge Of Your Child’s Education
Parents seem to have abdicated their role in the education of their children. When did this happen? Why did the parents give up control?
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February 13, 2012
Fostering Independent Reading At Home, Part II
A continuing look at independent reading.
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February 06, 2012
Facing The Unthinkable
When families are given a diagnosis of serious or terminal illness in their child, their lives change in an instant. They are thrown into grief. Several steps can be taken to assist them in moving through the process.
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January 30, 2012
Fostering Independent Reading At Home
Independent reading is not a passion that all kids are born with. A lot of children learn HOW to read but lose interest in continuing to read for a variety of reasons. Find out more about the first steps to fostering an appreciation for independent reading at home.
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January 23, 2012
History Repeats Itself
Measles outbreak is back! And California leads the nation in contracting this contagious disease.
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January 16, 2012
Nuts & Bolts Of Homeschooling
Most methods of homeschooling fit into one of four categories. The choice you make should depend on your family dynamics.
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January 09, 2012
Fever Reducers And Pain Relievers: What Parents Need To Know
Medications such as Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen are often recommended for fever or pain relief for infants and children. There have been some recent important changes in these recommendations and dosages. Parents need to be very cautious since these medications can be dangerous if given improperly.
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December 26, 2011
Mesenteric Adenitis…No Need For Surgery
All the signs pointed to appendicitis. But wait---it could be something less invasive.
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December 19, 2011
The Role of Residents In A Hospital
Just how important are the residents and interns in a hospital? I know they are there to learn, but are the patients at the mercy of their learning?
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December 12, 2011To Homeschool Or Not To Homeschool—That Is The Question
Time and time again I am asked the title question. After years of experience talking to parents who are either for or against this method of education the following concepts have evolved.
Office Hours
By appointment only
Monday-Friday: 9am - 5:15pm
Saturday: 10-
Sunday: closed
Appointments
(562) 426-5551
(562) 434-7431
Location
2921 Redondo Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90806
About PMC
The Pediatric Medical Center provides comprehensive medical care for patients from birth through college with special expertise in:
- Attention Deficit Disorder
- Learning Disorders
- Allergy Diagnosis & Management
- Complex Diagnostic & Management Problems
Pediatricians
John H. Samson, M.D., F.A.A.P.
Michael L. Goodin, M.D., F.A.A.P.
Louis P. Theriot, M.D., F.A.A.P.
Peter W. Welty, M.D., F.A.A.P.
Shanna R. Cox, M.D., F.A.A.P.
Lori Livingston, M.D.
History
The center was originally founded by H. Milton Van Dyke, M.D., F.A.A.P. in 1933. Subsequently it was directed by Richard D. DeGolla, M.D., F.A.A.P. and Alexander Van Dyke, M.D., F.A.A.P.
The current office location was opened in 1963 and originally designed by renowned architect Edward Killingsworth. He was essential to the Southern California Mid-Century architectural movement.
The Informed Parent
Published by the Pediatric Medical Center for our patients and for parents everywhere.
