Pediatrics

Children finger painting with paint on their hands and clothes — AdventHealth Pediatricians Deliver **Expertise and Compassionate Care**

When your child isn’t feeling well, you want to get them the personalized care they need as quickly as possible. We’re here to treat everything from sniffles to more serious conditions, offering same-day sick visits, extended office hours and, in some locations, weekend appointments.

All of our board-certified pediatricians are part of the AdventHealth Care Network and are committed to providing the whole-person care your child deserves. We have the expert support they need for every age and stage of life:

Behavioral and developmental evaluations, and treatment if needed

Care for minor illnesses like the cold and flu, allergic reactions and more

Nutrition counseling

Direct access to our advanced pediatric specialists

Recommended immunizations and vaccines

Regular health checkups

School and sports physicals

Treatment for minor injuries

Well-child care from birth through adolescence

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Convenient, Comprehensive Pediatric Care

AdventHealth Medical Group pediatricians have decades of combined experience treating infants, adolescents and teenagers here in Central Florida. We provide dedicated primary care to kids while partnering with parents to ensure optimal physical, developmental and emotional health in every patient.

Preventive Care and Personalized Treatment

Our focus on whole-person wellness means our pediatricians can help with more than just the physical illnesses and injuries that accompany childhood. We're also experts in assessing and treating the emotional development and behavioral conditions that kids can experience as they grow from infants to toddlers, and from tweens to teens. In fact, regular well-child visits with your pediatrician are an important time for evaluating developmental milestones of all kinds. They’re also a perfect opportunity for you to bring up any concerns you may have about your child's eating, sleeping, toileting or learning behaviors.

Backed by AdventHealth for Children

If your child should experience a serious illness or injury, find peace of mind knowing you have access to a leading children’s hospital with a full spectrum of services. AdventHealth for Children, formerly Florida Hospital for Children, provides award-winning care in a welcoming and safe environment. You'll have access to an experienced team of advanced pediatric specialists throughout Central Florida. From a Level III NICU to world-class cancer care, our facilities and teams are prepared to treat the center of your world like the center of ours.

AdventHealth for Children

We’re encouraging parents to get children vaccinated to protect the whole family better. With the answers to these frequently asked questions, we hope you feel informed, comfortable and confident as you take steps to keep your family safe and well.

Is it safe for my young child to receive the COVID-19 vaccine?: Yes, the vaccine is safe for children ages 5 to 11. The Pfizer dose for young children contains one-third the amount of active ingredient compared to the adult dosage. For the best protection, children would receive their second dose 21 days or more after their first shot.
Why can my young child only get the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine?: At this time, the Food and Drug Administration has only recommended emergency use authorization of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine in children ages 5 to 11. Children in this age group will receive a lower dose of the vaccine to protect against symptomatic infection and reduce the risk of severe side effects of COVID-19 if they get sick.
What kind of side effects will my young child get from the COVID-19 vaccine?: About half of all people who receive the COVID-19 vaccine experience some side effects, but that’s a result of the immune response brought on by the vaccine, meaning that it’s working. Other common side effects include fatigue, fever, headache and muscle pain.
I heard young kids can develop heart problems from the COVID-19 vaccine. Is my child at risk?: According to the Food and Drug Administration, there is a low risk of myocarditis cases in the 12 to 17 age group, and the risk could be even lower for younger children who receive the vaccine. We encourage you to reach out to your child's pediatrician as he or she can talk through any questions you may have and provide a personalized recommendation.

For ADD and ADHD, Kids Deserve the Best Care

If you’ve ever wondered if your child might have attention deficit disorder (ADD) or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you’re not alone. Kids are naturally full of energy, and it can be challenging to get them to listen and focus — especially while attending school virtually.

Common signs and symptoms of ADD and ADHD to keep an eye out for include:

Daydreaming often
Difficulty following multi-step instructions
Easily distracted by external stimuli
Hyperactivity
Inability to focus for long periods of time
Poor impulse control
Poor school performance
Poor sleep habits
Resistant to activities that require sustained mental effort
Unable to sit still, or constantly fidgeting

Our expert pediatricians are here to help and specialize in diagnosing and treating children with ADD and ADHD. Make your appointment today.

Answering Your Questions About ADD and ADHD

In our Ask a Kid Doc video series, our pediatric primary care physicians Dr. Mark Roque and Dr. Paulino Milla-Orellana answer parents’ common questions and concerns about ADD and ADHD.

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Your Coordinated Network of Care

Our goal is to bring you ease and convenience across our care network while providing whole-person care. Our growing network of dedicated pediatricians, pediatric specialists, locations and services means you can always access personalized, expert health care close to home. From routine checkups to life-saving emergency care, lean on AdventHealth for Children for your family’s unique and changing needs.

Health Navigators Doreen Forsythe and Janelle Grall.

For All Your Family's Health Care Needs

Our health navigators are specially trained nurses here to assist you with all of your family's health care needs. They help to make life easier for our patients through expert clinical assistance and educational, emotional and spiritual support. All calls are confidential, anyone can self-refer and insurance is not required to talk or meet.

Our children's health navigators can answer your questions and help coordinate your child's care, assisting you with:

Finding a care provider
Answering your health care questions
Assistance with scheduling annual office visits and screenings
Resources and support for you and your family
Coordination of care among multiple providers and facilities

Our Biggest Achievement is Caring for Your Child

Our providers are directly linked to the state-of-the-art facilities at AdventHealth for Children, which has been nationally recognized for maintaining exceptional quality and safety. Our standards are high because we’re committed to caring for your family like our own.

Best Newborn Care in Florida

AdventHealth for Children is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital for newborn care in Florida.

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ANCC Magnet Recognition Program®

For the second time, the American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted AdventHealth for Children Magnet® recognition, which establishes the hospital as a national leader in nursing and patient care.

Training Leaders in Pediatric Whole-Person Care

At AdventHealth for Children, we’re honored and excited to train future general and subspecialty pediatricians who feel called to join our mission to heal in body, mind and spirit. Our Pediatric Residency Program, led by Stacy A. McConkey, MD, FAAP, applies the adult learning and Disney Guest Service model to support our residents’ advancement in all core competencies, including patient care, satisfaction, quality and safety.

About Our Academic Practice

AdventHealth Medical Group academic practices treat patients in Care Teams, conferring either in the examination room or behind the scenes on a patient’s case using the latest diagnostic techniques. Our doctors provide comprehensive care in acute illnesses, behavior and mental health, development and growth evaluations, and preventive medicine. As part of AdventHealth’s Residency Programs, we offer teaching facilities that are up-to-date on all the leading-edge medical information, education and procedures.

Whole-Health Support for the Center of Your World

We’re by your side through all of life’s ups and downs, here to connect you with expert providers for every age and stage. No matter what kind of care your child needs, our care navigators are ready to answer your questions, schedule appointments and offer the personalized help you’re looking for.

World-Class, Primary Care for Kids

AdventHealth Pediatricians Deliver Expertise and Compassionate Care