Best Pediatricians in Columbus GA
Each year, we at Preferred Medical Group assist more than 6,000 patients with their healthcare needs. We have two locations, Phenix City Children’s for pediatric patients only and Fort …
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Avoiding New Sibling Jealousy
By Michelle DeRamus, Ph.D. There’s a lot to think about when preparing for a new baby. For families who already have at least one child, that prep work should …
Cyberbullying for Kids
By Ritu Chandra, MD Bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior among school aged children and includes behaviors that focus on making someone else feel inadequate, or focus on belittling someone …
Eating Disorders/Body Image in Teens
By Michelle DeRamus, Ph.D. The first time I remember being aware of my own body image was when I was in second grade. I was on the bus, and …
Jaundice in Newborns
By Shilpa Vernekar, M.D. What is hyperbilirubinemia or jaundice? Hyperbilirubin or increased levels of bilirubin/jaundice – is the yellow discoloration noted on the skin and the conjunctiva (the white part …
Bonding with your newborn baby
By Shilpa Vernekar, M.D. If you are reading this article, you are more than likely expecting a baby or have recently delivered; first and foremost, congratulations! Parenthood is an …
Helping Your Child Deal With a Break Up
By Michelle DeRamus, Ph.D. Breaking off a romantic relationship is difficult at any age… Parents, here are some ideas about helping your child deal with a break up! Breaking up …
Gastroenteritis (i.e. the Stomach Virus): A Pediatrician’s Perspective
By Shilpa Vernekar, MD As a parent myself, I can relate to that feeling of worry when your child has vomiting and diarrhea and is not able to eat …
Should Children Be Paid for Doing Chores?
Should Children Be Paid for Doing Chores? Here is some insight from Preferred Medical Group’s Child Psychologist, Dr. Michelle DeRamus. – Positive reinforcement (i.e., rewards for behaviors you want …
Top 5 New Year’s Resolutions for Parents
By Michelle DeRamus, Ph.D. At the start of a New Year, many have extensively planned rigid weight-loss diets, to spontaneously eradicate unhealthy habits, to achieve personal greatness or to …
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