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• posted: Jun. 30, 2024
• Sun Safety,  Sunscreen

Enjoying time out in the sun can be fun for your child. Unfortunately, the sun can also damage unprotected skin. You can protect your child's skin by following a few Read More

• posted: Jun. 28, 2024
• Vaccinations,  Childhood Vaccinations

Childhood vaccinations are one of the easiest and most effective ways to protect your child from serious, contagious diseases like measles, hepatitis, and meningitis. Vaccines are easily administered by your Read More

• posted: Jun. 19, 2024
• Newborn Care

After nine months, your child is finally here! You will doubtlessly be concerned about how you can make the best decisions to care for your newborn. As a parent, it’s Read More

• posted: Jun. 04, 2024
• ADHD,  Childhood ADHD

ADHD can be a challenge for the entire family. Yet as with many things in life, a sound approach and a bit of perseverance can go a long way. The Read More

• posted: Mar. 08, 2024
• ADHD

ADHD, or Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, can present challenges, particularly in children. It disrupts focus and impulse control and can affect social interactions and academic performance. Children with ADHD might struggle to Read More

• posted: Mar. 06, 2024
• Sports Physicals

Childhood is a time of constant but also rapid growth, so regular checkups will always be recommended. Sports physicals, however, fill another role, they allow your child to safely participate Read More

• posted: Feb. 22, 2024
• Adolescent Medicine

Your child becoming an adolescent means they're undergoing rapid physical, cognitive, and emotional changes. Navigating through this period can be both exciting and challenging for teens and their families.  At A Read More

• posted: Feb. 18, 2024
• Pediatrician

When your child is dealing with an illness or an injury, it can often be difficult to know when it’s time to bring your child in to see their pediatrician. Read More

• posted: Feb. 16, 2024
• Newborn Care

Taking care of a newborn can be intimidating. Babies are fragile and they need lots of help. If you’re welcoming an infant into your family, you’ll want to make sure that Read More

• posted: Feb. 11, 2024
• Asthma

Asthma is a chronic lung disease resulting in swelling, inflammation, and narrowing of the airways. Symptoms include tightness and pain in the chest, wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath. Many Read More

• posted: Feb. 09, 2024
• ADHD

Children are often known for being hyper and having low attention spans. This can be normal when your child is young, but when is it a sign of something more Read More

• posted: Feb. 07, 2024
• Well Child Exams

A well-child exam at A to Z Pediatrics is a comprehensive health check designed for children, ensuring their growth, development, and overall well-being. These exams, recommended from infancy through adolescence, Read More

• posted: Feb. 05, 2024
• Same-Day Sick Visits

When your child is sick, it not only affects their day but also affects yours. If your child is sick and needs to stay home from school, you may also Read More

• posted: Dec. 28, 2023
• ADHD,  ADHD Medications

Is your child living with ADHD? Dr. Haravu Lokesh, Dr. Rupal Desai, and Dr. Monica Porcelli at A to Z Pediatrics in New Port Richey, FL offer personalized care to Read More

• posted: Dec. 26, 2023
• Well Child Exams,  Sports Physicals

Dr. Haravu Lokesh, Dr. Rupal Desai, and Dr. Monica Porcelli, and Tarah Savino, PA at A to Z Pediatrics in New Port Richey, FL offer both well-child exams & sports Read More

• posted: Dec. 01, 2023
• Sports Physical

A sports physical, or a pre-participation physical examination (PPE), is a comprehensive medical check-up designed to assess your child's overall health and fitness to engage in sports activities. It involves a Read More