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How To Choose the Right Pediatrician in Your Area

Choosing a pediatrician is vital to the health of your child. It's important to have a pediatrician you trust to provide your child with proper care and provide support to parents. The doctors at 7 Days Pediatrics are here for you in Edison, NJ, and South Plainfield, NJ, when you need a pediatrician.

How to choose a pediatrician

If you're looking for a new pediatrician in your area, ask neighbors and friends about their experiences. If you're looking for a pediatrician for a new baby, your OBGYN may have recommendations. Consider the location of the practice to your home or daycare. 7 Days Pediatrics is conveniently located in Edison, NJ.

When looking at potential pediatricians, here's a few things to keep in mind:

  • Credentials and experience - what is the doctor's background and training?
  • References - was the doctor recommended by friends or family?
  • Insurance - does the practice accept your insurance?

Once you've done some research, a first appointment is the best way to see if the pediatrician is a good fit. For a new baby, some pediatricians will visit the newborn in the hospital if they are affiliated with the same hospital.

Your first visit with a pediatrician

An initial office visit helps determine if the pediatrician will be a good fit for you and your child. During a first appointment, take time to ask the doctor questions. Take note of the office hours and how the practice handles emergency visits. Ask what hospital your child would be hospitalized at in an emergency. For some parents, the doctor must have parenting experience or similar parenting philosophies. The best pediatrician for you will consider how you care for your child with their care plan.

It's best for your child's health that they have a positive relationship with their doctor and visit regularly. At a first appointment, make sure your child is comfortable with the doctor, or see how the doctor interacts with your newborn.

Don't wait to choose a pediatrician and have a first visit! Come see the doctors at 7 Days Pediatrics in Edison, NJ, or South Plainfield, NJ. Give us a call at (732) 548-3210.