Doctor Visits

Whether you're off to the pediatrician for a well-baby visit or because your little one is ill, learn how to make the most of each doctor visit.
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Mom Doing Bills
Pediatrician Gripe | Billing Battles
Got questions about your last doctor's bill? Don't bring it up in the middle of your next appointment. Our doctor explains when, why, and with ... Read More
Boy Buys Fruit
Pediatrician Gripe: Insisting on Organic
Are you set on feeding your family only organic foods? You may think you're providing them with the best, but your doctor might disagree. ... Read More
Doctor Talking With Mom
Pediatrician Gripe: Mentioning Complicated Medical Issues at the End of a Routine Physical
It's surprising how often parents wait until the end of a child's routine checkup to casually mention a very serious health concern. This can ... Read More
Mom on Phone
Pediatrician Gripe: Phoning in for Diagnoses and Prescriptions
Your child has been treated for this illness numerous times, so why drag him to the office when your pediatrician can just prescribe the meds ... Read More
Doctor With Little Boy
Pediatrician Gripe: Requesting Specific Medical Tests
You've done all the research, so why won't your pediatrician just perform the medical exams you request? The situation may be more ... Read More
Mom Measuring Dosage
Pediatrician Gripe: Reusing Prescriptions
One of the worst medical offenses is giving your child old pills without the consent of your pediatrician. Avoid earning a parental time-out ... Read More
Baby With Doctor and Mom
Pediatrician Gripe: Splitting Up Vaccinations
Do too many vaccines "overwhelm" a child's immune system? Here's why your pediatrician may not want to alter your little one's immunization ... Read More
Squeezing in Parent Exams
Pediatrician Gripe: Squeezing in Parent Exams
Think you can save some time by getting a quick grown-up checkup while you're at the pediatrician's office? Think again. Our expert explains ... Read More
Boy With Ice Cream Cone
Pediatrician Gripe: Using Junk Food as a Reward
Sometimes promising sweets is the only way to get your child to agree to come into the doctor's office and behave throughout the visit, but this ... Read More
Mom and Baby on Counter
Pediatrician Gripe: Using Your Pediatrician as a Threat
Using your child's pediatrician as a threatening figure to get kids to behave is sure to backfire.
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