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

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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.

Family Life

  1. February 06, 2012

    Facing The Unthinkable

    Carolyn Warnemuende, M.S. 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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    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. 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. September 26, 2011

          Here Comes School Again With Its Demands!

          John H. Samson, M.D., F.A.A.P. September is here and so is school. Those extra curricular activities are great, but what priority do they become in your family?

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          1. August 22, 2011

            Liar, Liar, Pants On Fire

            Sandra Smith discusses kids' lies, why children lie, and how to deal with persistent lying.

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            1. August 01, 2011

              The Myth of Simplification

              Carolyn Warnemuende, M.S. Many of us live with the belief that life could be simple. We think that if we organized or balanced our many responsibilities and desires differently, life would be less complicated. Life is not simple There are tools we can use that will provide a greater feeling of simplicity which opens up the space for less stress and more joy.

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              1. July 18, 2011

                New Infant And Child Car Seat Recommendations

                Shanna R. Cox, M.D., F.A.A.P. The American Academy of Pediatrics announces a new policy statement for the safety of infants, toddlers and children riding in motor vehicles.

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                1. July 11, 2011

                  Please Ask The Right Question!

                  John H. Samson, M.D., F.A.A.P. Most of us spend our entire lives asking ourselves one wrong question after another. This leads to frustration, non-achievement of goals and sometimes outburst behavior to others.

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                  1. June 06, 2011

                    Teaching Kids The Skill of Decision-Making

                    Carolyn Warnemuende, M.S. Teaching children to make wise decisions is part of effective parenting. Learning the skill begins in toddler hood. As children grow older, having the tools to make wise decisions helps them evaluate the choices they face.

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                    1. May 23, 2011

                      What’s Up Doc?

                      John H. Samson, M.D., F.A.A.P. 1) The usage of infant car seats is sometimes mishandled. Let us understand the degree of danger this puts on our babies. 2) Household cleaning product-related injuries are still happening. We must not let our guard down in preventing them.

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