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

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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

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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.

Discipline

  1. November 09, 2009

    Childhood Obesity Trends

    Shanna R. Cox, M.D., F.A.A.P. A quick look at the growing issue of childhood obesity.

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    1. April 27, 2009

      Do I Love My Child Enough To Discipline?

      A look at effective discipline techniques.

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      1. March 31, 2007

        Who’s in Charge Here?

        John H. Samson, M.D., F.A.A.P. The hallmark of effective parenting is a consistent and unified approach by both parents.

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        1. April 15, 2002

          When My Child Steals

          Expert advice on how to deal with a child who steals.

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          1. February 05, 2001

            When Children Tantrum, Part 2

            Carolyn Warnemuende, M.S. Older children who tantrum are discouraged. They don’t know how to get their needs met through appropriate behavior. Parents can assist their child to learn positive ways of getting the attention, power and control that he wants. The process may not be quick, but with commitment, consistency, and follow through harmony can reign in your family.

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            1. January 01, 2001

              When Children Tantrum, Part 1

              Carolyn Warnemuende, M.S. Temper tantrums in children often bring out parental feelings of inadequacy, helplessness, or revenge. These responses do not effectively assist a child during a tantrum. In this two-part article, we will explore strategies that allow both parent and child to emerge from a tantrum in integrity. This month focuses on tantrums in the very young child.

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              1. February 08, 1999

                When Children Steal: Part 2

                Carolyn Warnemuende, M.S. Knowing what lies behind stealing helps parents recognize patterns that may be occurring in other parts of their child’s life. It also assists them in understanding needs that aren’t being met in his life so that you can teach him to meet them in socially appropriate and effective ways.

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                1. January 11, 1999

                  When Children Steal: Part 1

                  Carolyn Warnemuende, M.S. Parents experience a multitude of feelings when they learn that their child took something that doesn’t belong to him. When they know how to handle the situation, their confidence is not shaken by the unfortunate news.

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