How To Keep Your Children Infection-Free Antibiotics are one of the feats of modern medicine. A powerful way to defend our bodies from bacterial infections, we’re often relieved when a doctor can prescribe such an effective cure to what’s ailing us. The relief is even stronger when it’s for ou
How an ASC can help your child have the most comfortable experience possible. Are you the parent of a child who is in need of surgical care? If so, there are three letters you should learn: ASC (Ambulatory Surgery Centers). These relatively new healthcare facilities can take much of the discomfort o
December 19,2017
Happy Holidays from Everyone At PSAOC
Helping your kids feel comfortable could make a huge difference. Every parent’s relationship with his or her kids is different. Some children are naturally open, while others tend to keep more to themselves. Wherever your son falls on the spectrum, it’s important he know that one topic of conver
Why you should stay away from self diagnoses. Lots of little boys and girls want to grow up to become doctors. In fact, if you ask a classroom of kids what they want to be when they grow up, you’ll almost always hear at least one “a doctor!” in the mix. If one in twenty […]
Knowing when your children need to take a rest. If you have active kids, you’re probably thrilled! As our country battles childhood obesity, we’re always glad to see children getting in their physical activity. Do you ever worry that your son or daughter may be getting too much exercise, though?
Follow these easy time management strategies to maximize your time! Sometimes 24-hours doesn’t seem like enough time to handle everything that’s on your plate. Between work, family, personal relationships, and other responsibilities, it can feel like you’ll never get anything done. Neverth
Prevent sports injuries for your children with these easy-to-remember tips! Playing sports is a great way to foster excellent health in your child, both physically and mentally. However, sports-related injuries are very common and, at times, can be serious. Rather than pull your young athlete off of
November 07,2017
Caring for Your Child After Pectus Excavatum Surgery
Tips to help your son or daughter heal quickly at home. There are two types of procedures for sunken chest: the Ravitch procedure (also known as open repair) and the Nuss procedure. As one might expect from the name, the Ravitch procedure is performed via an incision opening the chest. The Nuss proc
November 01,2017
Keep Allergies in Check with These Tips from Pediatric Surgeons in Orange County, CA
Fight seasonal allergies with these tips from the pediatric surgeons in Orange County, CA. With characteristics of beautiful flowers and sunny weather, springtime is also associated with allergy season. Seasonal allergies, otherwise known as hay fever, are back! From runny noses to itchy watery eyes