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

Map & Directions

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

Learn more about PMC

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.

Elementary

  1. January 23, 2012

    History Repeats Itself

    John H. Samson, M.D., F.A.A.P. Measles outbreak is back! And California leads the nation in contracting this contagious disease.

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    1. January 16, 2012

      Nuts & Bolts Of Homeschooling

      Suzanne S. Peredo, M.S.W. Most methods of homeschooling fit into one of four categories. The choice you make should depend on your family dynamics.

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      1. December 19, 2011

        The Role of Residents In A Hospital

        John H. Samson, M.D., F.A.A.P. 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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        1. December 12, 2011

          To Homeschool Or Not To Homeschool—That Is The Question

          Suzanne S. Peredo, M.S.W. 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.

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          1. December 05, 2011

            The Twelve Gifts of Self

            Carolyn Warnemuende, M.S. A reminder of what the true importance of life is.

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            1. November 28, 2011

              Fever Is Our Friend: How Come Reptiles Are Smarter Than Humans?

              John H. Samson, M.D., F.A.A.P. This is a topic that needs to be addressed every cold weather season. It is time for a clearer understanding of the topic of elevated body temperature.

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              1. November 21, 2011

                Anxiety In The Classroom

                Catherine S. Tolnai, M.A.T. If your child is complaining about stress and anxiety in the classroom, then it is time for you to evaluate the extent to which she is involved both at school and in the extracurricular arena. Sometimes, the stress isn’t triggered by the classroom but by the overcommitted nature of her daily life. Take the time now to help your child prioritize her commitments and start to set some personal boundaries.

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                1. November 07, 2011

                  Probiotics – Useful Or Just Costly?

                  John H. Samson, M.D., F.A.A.P. What do the studies say about the usefulness of probiotics?

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                  1. October 10, 2011

                    Choking Prevention

                    Lori A. Livingston, M.D., F.A.A.P. Choking is the leading cause of injury that results in death for children younger than one year of age. Parents must be aware of common choking hazards and take preventive measures to avoid a choking accident.

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                    1. October 03, 2011

                      A Recipe For Success

                      Carolyn Warnemuende, M.S. Examine the essential elements to make a school year successful.

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