How to Get Your Child in to See a Las Vegas Pediatrician Today

Dec 28, 2022

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How to Get Your Child in to See a Las Vegas Pediatrician Today

Visiting the doctor can be a frightening experience for children. Even for parents, these appointments can be uncomfortable, time-consuming, and even heartbreaking. Luckily, telehealth is making pediatric check-ups a little less scary.

 

In this blog, you’ll find out when and how you can conveniently see a pediatrician online—without the tears. As a bonus, if you’re in the Las Vegas area, there’s an alternative way for your child to see a pediatrician virtually inside our walk-in clinic on Paradise Road.

 

Let’s start with how telemedicine can be a lifesaver when your child is ill.

Getting Care When Your Child is Sick

When your child is sick, all you want is for them to feel better again. Whether your son or daughter is an infant or a teenager, sometimes you need to seek outside help from a pediatrician to see if medication or other treatments are needed to get better.

How Do I Know if My Child Needs Urgent Care or Emergency Care?

It’s difficult to watch your child as their little body struggles to fight off an illness. It’s every parent’s worry whether they are doing enough to get their child back to feeling better. This can be especially distressing with newborns, infants, toddlers, and children with special needs who can’t verbally articulate their complaints.

 

If your child has a troubling cough, spikes a high fever, or has experienced a sprain, cut, or another seemingly minor injury that isn’t going away—you may be wondering whether your child needs more critical medical assistance, such as “convenient-care” or a visit to the ER. It can be a tough call, and an expensive one. If you need help making that decision, our online pediatrician and virtual doctors can help.

What Can an Online Pediatrician Help With?

Consulting with an online pediatric doctor can save you time, money, and worry. From the comfort of your own home and for an affordable flat fee, you can set up a virtual visit for your child to be seen by a doctor who can immediately:

  • Observe and diagnose
  • Prescribe medications or treatment
  • Make recommendations to escalate care to the ER or an in-person clinic
  • Ease your concerns and give care advice to help you comfort your child

 

Related: The RSV Virus is Spreading in Las Vegas: Should You be Concerned?

Conditions That Can Be Treated by an Online Pediatrician

Some conditions won’t get better on their own and may require medical intervention and prescriptions. For example, if your child has symptoms of pink eye (conjunctivitis), it may require prescription medication. A doctor can prescribe medications to help clear infections caused by bacteria.

 

Online pediatricians can treat a range of conditions virtually, including:

  • Skin rashes
  • Acne
  • Coughing
  • Cold symptoms
  • Flu symptoms
  • Stomach issues
  • Minor injuries
  • Pink eye

 

The biggest advantage to visiting virtually with your child’s pediatrician is that it can be done from home. Stay home with your child while still receiving professional care and medical advice from a doctor. You can rest easy knowing that you’ve done everything in your power to nurture your child back to health.

Can My Child Routinely See a Pediatrician Online?

Yes, your child can see a pediatrician online for routine visits. Don’t wait until your child is sick to try out a virtual pediatric visit. Children can visit online pediatricians for things like preventive care, routine wellness check-ups, and follow-ups.

 

Parents can also set up virtual appointments for their child when they want a doctor’s professional advice on things such as their child’s nutrition, behavior, and social and emotional development. In these cases, you can set up online consultations directly with your child’s pediatrician.

 

Getting a visit in today with a friendly and compassionate pediatrician who supports telemedicine capabilities—like My Virtual Physician’s Dr. Ayyagari—can help your child feel more comfortable during a sick visit when they aren’t feeling so well.

 

Alternatively, you can mix virtual care with in-person care for your child. See your local brick-and-mortar pediatrician for milestone visits and vaccinations, and depend on your online pediatrician for more immediate concerns, sick visits, or to gain a second opinion when necessary.

How Can I Get My Child in to See the Doctor ASAP in Las Vegas

The quickest way to get your child in to see a pediatrician is through a walk-in clinic or online visit.

 

In 2022, My Virtual Physician opened a new kind of clinic on Paradise Road in Las Vegas—a hybrid clinic. Here, you can physically walk into our brick-and-mortar location for an immediate televisit with a specialist.

 

You can bring your child into the clinic, have their vital signs measured by our certified medical assistant, and then meet virtually with our pediatrician in a private room where all of the equipment is set up for the telemedicine visit.

 

Related: Hybrid Medical Clinics: Expanding OBGYN Access in Las Vegas

 

You can also schedule appointments ahead of time for vaccinations and other care needs that can be met inside our hybrid clinic. Our hybrid clinics provide increased access for children and adults alike to see their doctors, without needing any special equipment or internet service.

Get Established Today

Forget the anxiety, frustration, and tears that traditional pediatric doctor’s appointments bring. Get established today with our online pediatrician, who can help walk you through your child’s development and medical needs.

 

Book Appointment Now    Call For An Appointment

 

Schedule a virtual appointment to get your child seen by our pediatrician, or walk in with your little one to our clinic on Paradise road today.