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Care Philosophy

At Topeka Pediatrics, the total family is our primary concern. We pride ourselves on providing personal and friendly care always keeping your child's needs first. We are dedicated to fully educating you about your child's health needs, and strive to be your partner in health.

Practice Location

Topeka Pediatrics, P.A. See map
6750 SW 29th St
(29th & Urish -- in Commerce Bank building)
Topeka, Kansas 66614
785-273-4165

Special Interests

Insurance and Hospital Affiliations

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Patient Education Resources

	Finding a Pediatrician / AAP
	Notice of Privacy Practices / Topeka Pediatrics, P.A.
Common Illnesses, Conditions and Fever
	Appendicitis / AAP
	Croup / AAP
	Fever: When Your Child Has a Temperature / Medem
	Treating Diarrhea and Dehydration / AAP
	Sore Throats / AAP
	Flu: A Guide for Parents / CDC
	Tonsils and the adenoids / AAP
	Middle Ear Fluid and Your Child / AAP
	Ear Infections and Your Child / AAP
	Febrile Seizures / AAP
	Nonfebrile and Generalized Seizures / AAP
	Understanding Anemia / AAP
	Heart Murmur / AAP
	Viral Diarrhea / AAP
	Treating Urinary Tract Infections / AAP
	Treating Tonsils and Adenoids / AAP
	Febrile Seizures — Treatment / AAP
	Nosebleeds / AAP
	Eye Facts: Conjunctivitis / AAO
	Vomiting / AAP
	Vomiting in Children / AMA
	Febrile Convulsions / AAP
	Otitis Media With Effusion (Fluid in the Middle Ear) / CDC
	Bowlegs and Knock-Knees in Children / AAP
	Warts: Frequently Asked Questions / AMA
	Eczema and Dermatitis / AAP
Newborn/Infant Care
	Bottlefeeding / AAP
	Breastfeeding: The Benefits / NIH
	Breastfeeding and Your Diet / AAP
	Crying / AAP
	Colic / AAP
	Common Causes of Abdominal Pain in Infants / AAP
	Infant Sleep Positioning and SIDS / AAP
	Positional Plagiocephaly (Flattened or Misshapen Head) / NIH
	Inguinal Hernia / AAP
	How To Take a Rectal Temperature / AMA
	Premature Babies: Special Health Issues / AAP
	Cradle Cap / AAP
	Circumcision: Frequently Asked Questions / AAP
	Circumcision Policy Statement / AAP
	Burping, Hiccups and Spitting Up / AAP
	A Special Message to New Parents / AAP
	Jaundice / AAP
	Newborns: Bowel Movements and Urination / AAP
	Labial Adhesions / AAP
	The Prenatal Visit / AAP
	Diaper Rash / Medem
Toddler Issues
	Stuttering / AAP
	Answering Your Child's Questions About Sex — The Preschool Years / AAP
	Toilet Training / AAP
School Age Years (Toddler to Teen)
	Kindergarten readiness / AAP
	Bed-Wetting and School-Age Children / AAP
Teens/Adolescents/Sexuality
	Self-Esteem Concerns for Girls and Boys / AAP
	Acne: Causes / NIH
	Tobacco, Drugs and Adolescents / AAP
	Confidentiality in Adolescent Health Care / AAP
	Contraception and Adolescents / AAP
	Let's Talk Facts About Teen Suicide / APA
	Homosexuality and Adolescence / AAP
	Communication With Your Adolescent / AAP
	Young People at Risk: HIV/AIDS Among America's Youth / CDC
	Facts About HIV and AIDS / AAP
	Girls and Puberty / HHS
	Boys and Puberty / HHS
	Boys' and Girls' Concerns About Puberty / AAP
Behavior and Mental Health Issues
	Bullying: If Your Child Is Being Bullied / HHS
	Discipline Methods / AAP
	Positive Reinforcement / AAP
	Keys to Effective Discipline / AAP
	ADHD — Resource List / AAP
	Temper Tantrums / AAP
	Lying / AAP
	Discipline / AAP
	Eating Disorders / AAP
	Common Inhalants / AAP
	If you suspect substance abuse / AAP
	Bed-Wetting / AAP
	Encopresis (Soiling) / AAP
Child Abuse
	Shaken Baby Syndrome / AAP
	Preventing Child Abuse / AAP
	Emotional Abuse / AAP
Children's Health and Children with Special Needs
	Recognizing an Asthma Attack / AAP
	Childhood Asthma: Avoiding Asthma Triggers / Medem
	Common Allergies / AAP
	Hearing Loss in Children / CDC
	Cerebral Palsy: Associated Problems / AAP
	Health Supervision for Children With Down Syndrome / AAP
	Spina Bifida / AAP
	Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) / NIH
	Cerebral Palsy / AAP
	Types of Learning Disabilities / AAP
	ADHD — Common Behaviors and Symptoms / AAP
Day Care/Child Care
	Child Care — Choosing the Best For Your Family / AAP
	Child Care — Preparing Your Child for Child Care / AAP
	Child Care — Observation Checklist / AAP
	Working Mothers / AAP
	Acquainting Your Baby With a Sitter / AAP
	Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infections in the Child-Care Setting / CDC
Dental/Vision/Environmental
	Dental Health — A Guide to Healthy Teeth / AAP
	Thumb Sucking and Pacifiers / AAP
	Baby Bottle Tooth Decay / AAP
	Preventing Lead Poisoning / AAP
	Common Household Environmental Dangers / AAP
	What Is Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS)? / AAP
	Eye Infections / AAP
Developmental Milestones
	Developmental Milestones by the End of the First Month / AAP
	Developmental Milestones by the End of 3 Months / AAP
	Developmental Milestones by the End of 7 Months / AAP
	Developmental Milestones by the End of 12 Months / AAP
	Developmental Milestones by the End of 2 Years / AAP
	Developmental Milestones by the End of 3 Years / AAP
	Developmental Milestones by the End of 4 Years / AAP
	Developmental Milestones by the End of 5 Years / AAP
	Pre-pubertal Development / AAP
	Developmental Disabilities — An Overview / AAP
	If Your Child Is Gifted / AAP
Family Issues/School Issues
	Communication / AAP
	Family Routines / AAP
	Dealing With Prejudice / AAP
	Adoption: A Child's Questions and Concerns / AAP
	After School, Evenings and Bedtime / AAP
	Divorce — Helping Children Adjust / AAP
	Preparing Your Other Children for a New Baby / AAP
	Parenting Skills: Nurturing and Guiding / AAP
	A Death in the Family / AAP
	Learning to Read — Helping Your Child Get Started / AAP
	How Children Grieve / AAP
	Weekday Mornings / AAP
	The Myth of the Perfect Parent / AAP
	When Your Child Wants to Babysit / AAP
	Components of High Self-Esteem / AAP
	You and Your Pediatrician / AAP
	When Both Parents Work / AAP
	Dealing With Family Conflicts / AAP
	Television — How It Affects Children / AAP
	Media guidelines for parents / AAP
	Setting Rules for Internet Use / AAP
	News from the AAP: Eliminating Household Factors Key to Reducing Childhood Asthma / AAP
Fitness and Sports
	Exercise and Your Lifestyle / AAP
	Sports Injuries / AAP
	News From the AANS: Taking Simple Precautions While Working and Playing Outdoors Can Help Prevent Neurological Injuries / AANS
	What About a Formal Weight-Loss Program? / AAP
	Benefits of Physical Activity / AAP
	Amenorrhea in Adolescent Athletes / AAP
Immunizations and Infectious Diseases
	Recommended Immunization Schedule for Ages 0 to 6 Years / CDC
	General Information About Immunization / CDC
	Vaccine Safety / CDC
	Common myths about immunizations / AAP
	Chickenpox in the Child-Care Setting / CDC
	Fifth Disease / AAP
	Treating and Preventing the Flu / AAP
	E. coli O157:H7 Infections in the Child-Care Setting / CDC
	Meningitis / AAP
	Pinworms in the Child-Care Setting / CDC
	Pneumonia / AAP
	Respiratory Syncytial Virus / CDC
	Rotavirus Diarrhea in the Child Care Setting / CDC
Medications
	Medications — Prescription Medicine / AAP
	Ibuprofen Dosage Chart / AAP
	Antibiotics: Facts You Should Know / AMA
Nutrition
	Toddler's Diet / AAP
	Cooking with Your Children / AAP
	Vegetarianism / AAP
	Choosing Healthy Snacks / AAP
	Practical Significance of Lactose Intolerance in Children: Supplement / AAP
	Is My Child Overweight or Obese? / Medem
	Calcium Requirements of Infants, Children and Adolescents / AAP
	Nutrition and Sports / AAP
	Nutritional Needs of School-Age Children / AAP
Safety and First Aid
	Medem Learning Center: Car Safety Seats / Medem
	Trampoline Safety / AAP
	Childproofing Checklist: Child's Bedroom / AAP
	Traveling Safely With Your Child / AAP
	Bicycle and Tricycle Safety / AAP
	Water Safety / AAP
	Treatment of Nosebleeds / AAP
	Age-Appropriate Toys / AAP
	Bunk Bed Dangers / AAP
	Cuts and Scrapes / AAP
	Injuries Associated With Infant Walkers / AAP
	Animal Bites (Dog, Cat and Snake Bites) / Medem
	In-Line Skating and Skateboards / AAP
	Keeping Your Child Safe: Birth to Age 4 / AAP
	Burns / AMA
	Protecting Your Child from the Sun / AAP
Sleep Issues
	Does Bed Sharing Affect the Risk of SIDS? / AAP
	Common Sleep Problems / AAP
	Nighttime Awakenings / AAP
	Establishing Good Sleep Habits / AAP
Useful Web Links
	American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) / WebLink
	National Immunization Program (NIP) / WebLink
	NIP Vaccine Safety / WebLink
	A-Z Health Information (Univ of Michigan) / WebLink