Preventive Care and Health Promotion

Promoting a Healthy Future for Your Child

At Pediatrics, C & C Medical Associates, we believe in the power of preventive care and health promotion to ensure a healthy future for your child. Our dedicated team of healthcare professionals is committed to providing comprehensive preventive services that support your childs physical, emotional, and developmental well-being.

Our Preventive Care Services

Well-Child Visits

Regular well-child visits are crucial for monitoring your child’s growth and development. During these visits, we offer:

  • Physical Exams: Comprehensive assessments to ensure your child is growing and developing normally.
  • Developmental Screenings: Evaluations to monitor your childs developmental milestones.
  • Vision and Hearing Screenings: Early detection of potential issues to ensure timely intervention.
  • Immunizations: Essential vaccines to protect against various childhood diseases.

Nutritional Guidance

Proper nutrition is vital for your child’s overall health. Our services include:

  • Dietary Recommendations: Personalized advice to ensure your child receives balanced and nutritious meals.
  • Weight Management: Strategies to maintain a healthy weight, preventing obesity and related health issues.
  • Breastfeeding Support: Guidance and support for breastfeeding mothers to promote optimal infant health.

Behavioral and Mental Health Support

Supporting your childs mental and emotional well-being is a key aspect of preventive care:

  • Behavioral Assessments: Identifying and addressing behavioral concerns early.
  • Parent Counseling: Providing parents with tools and strategies to support their childs emotional health.
  • Stress and Anxiety Management: Techniques and support to help children manage stress and anxiety.

Chronic Disease Management

Preventive care also involves managing existing health conditions to prevent complications:

  • Asthma Management: Comprehensive care plans to manage and control asthma.
  • Diabetes Monitoring: Regular check-ups and support for children with diabetes.
  • Allergy Management: Identifying and managing allergies to improve your childs quality of life.

Health Promotion Programs

Healthy Lifestyle Education

Educating families about healthy lifestyle choices is a cornerstone of our health promotion efforts:

  • Nutrition and Exercise: Information and activities to promote healthy eating and physical activity.
  • Sleep Hygiene: Tips for ensuring your child gets adequate and restful sleep.
  • Screen Time Management: Guidelines to balance screen time with other healthy activities.

Preventive Health Screenings

Early detection is key to preventing serious health issues:

  • Lead Screening: Testing for lead exposure to prevent developmental delays.
  • Anemia Screening: Early detection and management of iron deficiency and other types of anemia.
  • Cholesterol Screening: Monitoring and managing cholesterol levels to prevent heart disease.

Safety and Injury Prevention

Keeping your child safe is a priority:

  • Car Seat Safety Checks: Ensuring proper installation and use of car seats.
  • Home Safety Tips: Advice on creating a safe home environment to prevent injuries.
  • Sports Safety: Guidance on preventing sports-related injuries.

Telehealth Services

To make healthcare more accessible and convenient, we offer comprehensive telehealth services as part of our preventive care and health promotion:

Virtual Well-Child Visits
  • Routine Check-Ups: Conduct regular well-child visits via secure video calls to monitor your childs growth and development.
  • Developmental Screenings: Perform developmental assessments and discuss any concerns with parents.
  • Behavioral Consultations: Address behavioral issues and provide guidance remotely.
  • Nutrition Counseling: Virtual sessions with our nutrition experts to discuss dietary needs and healthy eating habits.
Chronic Disease Management
  • Asthma and Allergy Care: Virtual consultations to manage asthma and allergies, including medication adjustments and action plans.
  • Diabetes Monitoring: Remote monitoring and consultations for children with diabetes to ensure proper management and care.
  • Medication Management: Virtual appointments to discuss and adjust medications as needed.
Health Education and Promotion
  • Health Education Sessions: Conduct remote health education sessions on various topics such as nutrition, exercise, sleep hygiene, and more.
  • Parent Workshops: Offer virtual workshops for parents on topics like child development, mental health support, and safety.
Telehealth for Schools
  • On-Demand Support: Provide virtual visits for students during school hours, ensuring timely access to care.
  • Collaboration with School Staff: Work closely with school nurses and staff to address health concerns and provide necessary support.
  • Remote Health Education: Conduct health education sessions remotely, covering topics like mental health awareness, stress management, and healthy lifestyle choices.
Telehealth for Pediatric Specialties
  • Cardiology: Manage congenital heart defects, heart murmurs, and hypertension.
  • Endocrinology: Address diabetes, growth disorders, and thyroid conditions.
  • Gastroenterology: Treat inflammatory bowel disease, celiac disease, and liver disorders.
  • Neurology: Manage seizure disorders, neuromuscular diseases, and migraines.
  • Oncology: Provide care for pediatric cancers and blood disorders like anemia and hemophilia.
  • Orthopedics: Address bone and joint disorders, sports injuries, and scoliosis.
  • Pulmonology: Manage chronic lung diseases, cystic fibrosis, and sleep disorders.

Benefits of Telehealth Services

  • Convenience: Receive care from the comfort of your home, reducing the need for travel and wait times.
  • Accessibility: Access to specialists and healthcare professionals regardless of location.
  • Continuity of Care: Maintain regular check-ups and follow-ups without disruption.
  • Cost-Effective: Reduce costs associated with transportation and time off work.
  • Timely Care: Quick access to healthcare providers for urgent concerns.

Benefits of Preventive Care

  • Early Detection and Intervention: Identifying health issues early to prevent complications.
  • Optimal Growth and Development: Supporting your childs physical, emotional, and developmental health.
  • Healthy Habits Formation: Encouraging healthy lifestyle choices that will benefit your child throughout their life.
  • Reduced Healthcare Costs: Preventing serious health issues can reduce the need for costly treatments.

How to Access Preventive Care Services

Scheduling Appointments

To schedule an appointment for preventive care services, please call us at (206) 395-6049 or (425) 243-2293. Our office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM. You can also use our secure MyChart Patient Portal to schedule and manage your appointments online.

Contact Us

  • Locations:
    • Bellevue Pediatrics: 1940 116th Ave NE, STE 200, Bellevue, WA 98004
    • Federal Way Pediatrics: 710 S 348th St, STE B, Federal Way, WA 98003
  • Scheduling: (206) 395-6049 or (425) 243-2293
  • MyChart Patient Portal: MyChart Login

Emergency Information

In case of a medical emergency, please contact the appropriate emergency services immediately.