What is the difference between a Well Child visit and a Sick visit?

While a sick visit concentrates on the problem or ailment that brought the patient to the doctor’s office that could be contagious (cold, flu, stomach bug, etc.), the well child visit concentrates on the whole body. Injuries that do not involve illness (sprained ankle, bump on the head, etc.) would be included in the well waiting / fit as a fiddle area.

Schedule your child’s yearly Well Child visit!

From the very first newborn visit, we know you want to protect your child from illness and injuries. The pediatric care we offer devotes time and attention to preventative medicine. We ensure that your baby, child or teenager has the very best start in life.

In addition to height, weight, body mass index and blood pressure checks, our annual well visits always include age-appropriate conversations about safety and prevention. You will find that we are not in a hurry. We take the time to address your questions and concerns.

Health issues often come to light in routine visits. Proactive pediatric care can identify high cholesterol, signs of insulin resistance and early diabetes, anemia, scoliosis, and problems with hearing or vision. It is also an opportunity to discuss school and learning issues, risky behaviors, and body image concerns.

At yearly checkups, we will also help you stay current on your child’s vaccination schedule. Carevide Pediatrics follows the guidelines recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).