Sick Visits Specialist Questions and Answers

A sick visit involves examining your child’s symptoms and medical background, ruling out the problem’s cause, prescribing the required medication, providing general health advice, and discussing any other important information. At Kidswood Pediatrics, our board-certified pediatrician, Dr. Zully Ambroise M.D., and her medical staff understand how important it is for parents to see that their children are healthy. We are proud to accommodate sick visits for your children to provide them with phenomenal treatment in Winter Park FL, and the surrounding areas.

Having a sick child is never fun. While your maternal or paternal instinct is likely to do whatever you can to help them, sometimes parents lack the medical expertise or resources to give an ill child the care they need. In such situations, it may be helpful to bring them to a specialist for a sick visit. At Kidswood Pediatrics, our sick visit specialist and board-certified pediatrician would be happy to see you and your child for a sick visit to evaluate your child’s symptoms and provide any needed treatment to help them start feeling better.

When your child is under the weather, it is not always clear whether you and your child should remain at home or if you should go to see your child’s pediatrician. While you are always welcome to bring your child to us at Kidswood Pediatrics for an appointment if they are feeling unwell, we especially recommend that you bring them in if they are experiencing any of the following symptoms or injuries:

Abdominal pain, especially if it is on the right side
Any difficulty breathing, which may include wheezing or nostril flares
Broken bones
Burning sensation while peeing or blood in the urine
Constant urge to urinate
Dehydration, especially when associated with vomiting and diarrhea
Fever or lethargy that persists for longer than three days
Intense or persistent vomiting or diarrhea
Painful or widespread rash
Suspected flu in a child less than three months old
Trouble swallowing

While you may be weighing the pros and cons of bringing your child into the clinic when they are sick versus letting them rest at home, recent developments in medical technology have made it so that they can do both. With telemedicine, your child can have a doctor’s appointment without leaving the house. Telemedicine consultations, also known as virtual doctor’s visits, are conducted through a safe and secure video-conferencing application that can be accessed through your phone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer anywhere that you also have access to a stable and secure internet connection.

Telemedicine appointments can be used to discuss symptoms, medical concerns, learn about different treatment options, receive a prescription for medication, and more. While telemedicine is not a suitable option for emergencies or certain injuries, such as broken bones or cuts requiring stitches, it can be helpful for numerous treatments and healthcare needs, such as the following:

Allergies
Asthma and bronchitis
Cold and flu
Conjunctivitis (pink eye)
Counseling and psychiatric care
Diabetes management and monitoring
Diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting
Follow-up care
Infections
Insect bites and stings
Mild strains and sprains
Rashes
Sore throats
And more!

If you do not have a pediatrician or are looking for a pediatric clinic in Winter Park, FL, to bring your child to, we extend a warm welcome for you to come to Kidswood Pediatrics! Our board-certified pediatrician, Dr. Zully E. Ambroise, MD, has over 20 years of experience in the medical field and has provided many excellent sick child visits and services during that time. Our team here at Kidswood Pediatrics is committed to providing a safe and friendly space for kids to receive first-rate medical care with care and expertise.