Pediatrics

Children’s Health & Safety: Stay Informed!
Find up-to-date information on keeping kids happy and healthy in our article/video library which covers an array of topics such as: Immunizations, Nutrition, Mental Health, Water Safety and much more…

Our experts in Pediatrics

Shana Friedman

Bullying can trigger serious problems as depression and potential suicide. Shana Friedman, Psychotherapist at Baptist Health South Florida, says children don’t show depression the same way as adults do, but that is not true. Children with depression might show anxiety and irritability that can be confused with the typical feelings of teenage adjustment. Psychotherapist Aimee […]

Dr. Ivette Espinosa-Fernandez

Pediatric Emergency Physician with West Kendall Baptist Hospital

Dr. Francisco Medina

Children cannot only be poisoned with cleaning products, but also with medicines that are within their reach, says Dr. Francisco Medina, Director of Pediatric Emergency Services and Chief of Pediatrics at Homestead Hospital. He also warns about the nicotine, which can be very toxic and may produce a seizure. Dr. Francisco Medina, Director of Pediatric […]

Dr. Marcos Mestre

Vice President and Chief Medical Officer Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Dr. Marcos Mestre is the Vice President and Chief Medical Officer, at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, who is serving as a spokesperson for #WeCanDoThis (in Spanish, #JuntosSiPodemos) COVID-19 vaccine readiness campaign. Today, we will be discussing the upcoming emergency FDA authorization approval of vaccines for children ages […]

Our latest Townhalls about Pediatrics