At Pediatric Clinic Ltd. in Chicago, IL, we partner with parents to give children the preventive care and medicine they need to grow well and stay healthy. Dr. Maria Staisz sees scores of young patients–babies through adolescents–throughout their many stages of development. She can help your family navigate these important years successfully.
Nutrition, education, and preventive care
It all works together to optimize childhood wellness. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) says that preventive medical care for kids uncovers and treats chronic conditions (such as diabetes or hearing loss) and acute diseases (such as the flu). Early intervention prevents long-term disability, catastrophic medical expenses for the family, and increased morbidity and mortality rates.
In short, Dr. Staisz and her team at Pediatric Clinic Ltd. in Chicago, IL, believe preventive medicine protects your child’s health for the long-term. What preventive medicine include? Here are some of the elements of continuing care through the early years:
- Routine well-child visits at our office (a comprehensive, head to toe physical assessment which includes height, weight, and head circumference for babies)
- Updating vaccines according to the CDC and American Academy of Pediatrics schedule
- Lactation support for new moms (breastfeeding doesn’t have to be hard; it’s best for mom and baby both)
- Vision and hearing screening beginning at birth
- Screening for developmental delays in language, speech, social interaction, and learning
- Monitoring of vital signs and growth patterns
- Blood work to assess cholesterol, anemia, and more
- Management of chronic conditions such as hypertension, asthma, and diabetes
- Determination of stage of puberty
- A full range of homeopathic (natural) medications to help with the common stomach ache, constipation, rash, and more
- Coordination of any care from specialists such as neuropsychologists, cardiologists, and others if needed
Also, your child’s doctor will discuss medical history with you to determine what hereditary factors may impact his or her health and growth. Risk factors such as smoking in the home, car seats, emergency care, and nutrition are important, too.
Peace of mind
That’s the essence of preventive medicine at Pediatric Clinic Ltd. in Chicago, IL. We are your child’s medical home. Phone Dr. Maria Staisz and her team for a convenient appointment for a wellness visit: (773) 725-5400.