General Pediatrics
It’s Back to School-6 Illnesses You Need to Know About- Part 2
To continue our Blog on common childhood illnesses seen in school-aged children, we will turn to what I call the “Big 3″ – Strep Throat, Gastroenteritis (known by many as the “stomach flu),” and the Common Cold vs Influenza. Again, hope you’re not...
It’s Back to School – 6 Illnesses You Need to Know About- Part 1
It’s that time of year…the weather gets a little cooler (hopefully soon!), and kids and teens are back to school…and back to getting sick!!! Here’s a quick review of the 6 most common school-related childhood illnesses, and pay attention, because according to the CDC,...
Doctor Jacq is Back!
Hello everyone! It’s been a while, a couple of years in fact! I’ve been busy with work, life, kids, but I’m ready to get back! I started my Chief of Staff years at CHOC Children’s at Mission Hospital (where I’ve worked as a hospital-based pediatrician in...
My Son/Daughter Has Knee Pain: Is It Osgood-Schlatter?
Osgood-Schlatter (OS)…sounds ominous, but it’s actually the most common cause of knee pain in children. It occurs most often in children participating in sports that involve running, jumping or quick direction changes; think soccer, basketball, even figure...
Does Your Child Need More Fiber? Yes! Learn Why and How
We all try hard to feed our families the best food we possibly can. We know about complex carbohydrates, lean proteins, healthy fats, vitamins and minerals. But what about Fiber? How much do kids need? Why is it important? How do you add fiber to your...
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