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Finding the Right Doctor ... representative for a list of primary care healthcare providers in your plan. In most cases, your out-of-pocket ... . Here is some advice on how to find a provider who is right for you. How to Find Dr. Right Your ... right doctor;right doctor suggestions;find right doctor;1,2309

with children is called pediatrics. As a baby grows and develops, a primary care provider (PCP) is ... practitioner, or pediatric nurse practitioner can be your baby's primary care provider. The medical ... pediatrician;choosing a pediatrician;p02647

? When and Where to Get Care for Your Child   When your child complains of a sore throat ... should care for your child at home and when you should call or take them in? Of course, if you are ... when to call the doctor;4487;emergency care

Getting a Second Opinion ... ? Who should you see for a second opinion? It's a good rule to find someone with at least the same ... to get a second opinion. Here are some tips on how to do this. The Value of a Second Opinion ... second opinion;get second opinion;second doctor;ask second doctor;value second opinion;1,2708

*Oncology Team Pediatric ... your family. Family doctor or pediatrician. This doctor is the primary care provider. They have ... other team members to ensure the best care for your child. Pediatric resident. This doctor has ... 40339;cancer in children, your child's health care team;child cancer, health care team;pediatric cancer, health care team

*ALL Tx ... on a treatment  What type of ALL do I have? How might this affect my treatment and prognosis ... ? Should I get a second opinion? Will my insurance cover treatment? How much will I have to ... adult acute lymphocytic leukemia;treatment for ALL;ALL;BALLT1

Preparing Your Young Child for a Test, Procedure, or Surgery ... should I expect my child to act now? What symptoms might mean there is a problem? For which ones ... Helpful tips on how to prepare your toddler or preschooler child for a surgery, test, or ... child development;toddler behavior;preschooler behavior;child test;child procedure;5

*ALL Ch ... . ALL is a common type of blood cancer in children. It's often cured with treatment. Your child’s ... learn more about ALL and how it's treated. What is ALL? ALL is a fast-growing cancer that affects ... 40353;40353;when your child has acute lymphoblastic leukemia;acute lymphoblastic anemia, child;ALL ... , child;ALL risk factors, child;ALL symptoms, child;ALL diagnosis, child;ALL treatment, child;ALL long-term concerns, child;ALL coping, child

Suggestions of what to bring include: A list of your medicines. Include the doses and how often you ... symptoms you have. Or anything else the provider should know. A family member or friend can ... 40992;preparing for a visit with your healthcare provider;visiting your doctor;how to prepare for a doctor's visit

and development. They help your child eat right, talk properly, and smile with confidence. Primary ... , focus, and play.   Care should start before teeth develop Most babies begin teething between 6

: Family practice doctor. A provider who treats both kids and adults. Internist. A doctor with ... . Physician’s assistant (PA). A PA gives care under the direction of a medical doctor. They can also give ... asthma;asthma treatment;pulmonologist;allergist;health care provider;asthma action plan;253

*Moving to Adult Care Teen ... your new provider. How often will I need to see an adult care provider? In general, you should ... have to stop seeing my pediatrician? Ask your current healthcare provider how long you can continue to ... adult care;adolescent medicine;61147

care, and lower health costs. How to Be a Well-Informed Healthcare User Taking the time to ... . Use self-care services. Before planning an office visit, see if your plan has a nurse help line ... medical consumer;savvy medical consumer;know health plan;health plan;know your doctor;health care system;medical consumer tips

What Does a Pediatrician Do ... education through a fellowship in pediatric subspecialties. This allows them to provide care in a ... ? A pediatrician is a medical doctor (MD) who treats children. They provide: Preventive health ... pediatrician;pediatric residency;p01054

Teens: Finding a Primary Care Provider After Cancer You’ve been through a lot, but now your cancer ... solid plan to take care of your health after cancer. Having a great primary care provider will help ... life after cancer;primary care provider;healthcare provider communication;16235

below. Primary care doctor A primary care doctor is the healthcare provider you see for ... another first-level-of-care area. Primary care doctors offer: Routine healthcare, including annual

change in activity level How is a brain tumor diagnosed? Your child will likely see a pediatric ... ? A brain tumor can affect each child differently. It depends on where the tumor is, how big it is ... 40177;when your child has a brain tumor;brain tumor, child;brain tumor, child, risk factors;brain ... tumor, child, symptoms;brain tumor, child, diagnosis;brain tumor, child, treatment;brain tumor, child, long-term concerns;brain tumor, child, coping

Child Disorder Sexual Development ... ambiguous genitalia. A healthcare team will help you decide how to best care for your child ... . Common questions include: Should I raise my child as a male or a female? Who will help me decide ... 40119;when your child has a disorder of sexual development dsd;disorder of sexual development ... , child;dsd;dsd, child;ambiguous genitalia;genitalia normal development;dsd causes;dsd diagnosis;dsd

Cancer: 8 Tips for Talking with Your Doctor ... Remember, you and your family are part of your healthcare team, and you play a role in your care ... your provider work together as a team to make sure you get the care that you need. To do that, you need ... cancer questions;communicating with doctor;talk with doctor about cancer;HCT2

Infant Care: When Your Baby Needs a Test, Procedure, or Surgery ... effects? How should I expect my baby to act now? Do I have to restrict my baby in any way or ... child life programs. A child life specialist is often part of the healthcare team. When working with ... child development;infant care;infant test;infant procedure;parenting;4