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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.…
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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…
● Latest Articles
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SLEEP IN CHILDREN
Sleep…. It is interesting that many times a week, parents ask me about this in the clinic. Parents would want to know when a child…
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SPORTS-RELATED CONCUSSION IN CHILDREN
WHAT IS CONCUSSION? A concussion is a type of Traumatic Brain Injury caused by impact to the head directly by a hit to the head…
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INFLUENZA IN CHILDREN
Influenza is a contagious, seasonal illness caused by a respiratory virus. The common viruses currently are Influenza A and B. Flu seasons are from Fall…
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WHAT IS RESPIRATORY SYNCYTIAL VIRUS (RSV)
Many viruses can affect children; for most, they run their course, and the child gets better. Some are relatively benign, like the common cold, and…
● About Me
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.
Do not forget to reach out if you want to chat about child care.
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