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INTRODUCTION E-cigarettes (E-Cigs) or Electronic Cigarettes are devices that heat a liquid (E-liquid, which mainly contains nicotine) to produce aerosols that the user inhales. Vaping is the act of using E-Cigs. RISKS OF E-CIGARETTE USE IN CHILDREN . Risk of addiction: Adolescents are more easily addicted to nicotine than adults.…
INTRODUCTION Parents want the best for their child’s education. But sometimes, life just gets in the way—whether it’s a cold, a family emergency, or other circumstances, school absences can happen. While sometimes unavoidable, frequent or prolonged time away from school could seriously affect the child’s academic success, social development, and…
” My child has a heart murmur ?!’ is a statement from a worried parent when I informed them of this during a routine physical…
As a parent, What do you know about e-cigarettes? What do you know about vaping? Do you know that currently, there is an epidemic of…
WHAT IS THE TRIPLEDEMIC? Tripledemic is a term coined to describe when three respiratory viruses cause a significant increase in illnesses around the same time,…
Children need healthy sleep for proper growth and development. There are habits and behaviors a child needs to learn to achieve healthy sleep. These habits…

I am Geraldine a mother to two wonderful children. I am Board-Certified in Pediatrics and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. I also hold a Master’s degree in Public Health.
I am currently in private practice in Pediatrics at Silverspring and Gaithersburg MD, USA. I strive to provide compassionate, evidence-based care for my clients and families.
I love spending time with my family, traveling, singing, and running.
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