Pediatrics

Caring for your child is the most important thing in life, so having a health care provider you can trust is essential. The experienced pediatrics clinicians at Maltman Medical Center in Knoxville, Tennessee, are board-certified experts in child health that you can rely on. The Maltman Medical Center team believes in providing the same standard of care to your children as they would want for their own. To learn more about their pediatric services, call the office or request an in-person or telehealth appointment online today.

What is pediatrics?

Pediatrics is the diagnosis, treatment, and continuing care of children’s health conditions.

At Maltman Medical Center, the team offers comprehensive pediatric services on-site, including sick visits for illnesses and injuries and chronic disease diagnosis and treatment. Their providers are all board certified and work closely with a supervising physician.

If the team identifies any problems requiring specialized care, they refer you to the appropriate pediatric specialist.

What pediatric services are available?

Pediatric services available at Maltman Medical Center include:

Well-child exams

Regular well-child exams or checkups are routine physicals that keep your children healthy. Your provider can ensure your child meets all developmental benchmarks and identify potentially serious health conditions before they cause any symptoms.

Immunizations

Immunizations help prepare your child’s immune system to identify and destroy harmful bacteria and viruses. Many immunizations are available, including protection against chickenpox, human papillomavirus (HPV), polio, pertussis (whooping cough), measles, and mumps.

ADHD management

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental issue that causes children difficulties paying attention, makes it hard for them to sit still, and increases the risk of impulsive or reckless behavior. If your child has ADHD, school and home life can be challenging, but Maltman Medical Center helps manage the condition with medication and behavioral therapy.

Newborn visits

Newborn visits typically take place about a week after your baby’s birth. Your provider assesses the child’s health to ensure they progress as expected. They also offer any advice you need on newborn care and difficulties with sleeping or feeding.

Physicals

Children are often required to undergo physical exams for school, sports, or camp.

Contraception

Pediatric care continues until adulthood. When adolescents are old enough to begin sexual relationships, the Maltman Medical Center team can advise on the most suitable form of birth control.

How often should children attend pediatric appointments?

During a child’s early years, you follow a schedule of routine checkups and developmental assessments. These decrease in frequency as your child ages, but it’s still a good idea to attend a pediatric appointment annually.

If your child suffers from a life-long condition like type 1 diabetes or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or has developmental issues, you may need pediatric appointments more often. 

To learn more about the pediatric services available at Maltman Medical Center, call the office or book an appointment online today.