These are some of the specialties and procedures which can be addressed at East Bay Pediatrics. Always call the Phone Advice Nurses before coming to the office for one of these procedures, so that we can ensure that we will be able to provide appropriate and safe care to your child in a prompt manner. Office procedures usually incur additional charges, most of which are covered by insurance. Please consult your plan to determine coverage for procedures.
Routine ProceduresMore Info
We perform several routine procedures in our office, like treating warts, draining abscesses, performing ear washes for excessive ear wax and cauterizing blood vessels to stop nose bleeds. We also perform newborn circumcisions, if they are not done immediately following birth in the hospital. |
Sports PhysicalsMore Info
The annual Well Visit includes everything needed for a school or camp Physical. Keeping up to date with the Routine Visit Schedule allows our physicians to complete any forms which may be required by your activity. Bring your clearance form to your Well Visit and the physician will complete it at no charge. Forms required at other times may incur a processing fee. They can be returned to you via Patient Portal or US Mail. They can also be picked up in the office. We cannot fax forms. |
Advice NursesMore Info
We are proud to offer a unique and valuable phone-in advice line for our patients and families. This real time medical advice line provides our patients and families with prompt service by registered nurses with a wealth of pediatric medical knowledge and expertise. Our nurses provide advice, pediatric medical support and help facilitate communication between patients and physicians. Our nurse advice line (925) 254-9203 & choose option 3 is available during office hours, Monday thru Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm. Our nurse advice line is closed for lunch from 12:30pm-2:00 pm. |
Injury CareMore Info
Avoid the long lines and stress of the Emergency Room! The physicians at East Bay Pediatrics provide care for a wide range of injuries in our office. We repair lacerations, splint sprained or broken fingers, apply casts for some wrist fractures and remove foreign bodies (like splinters or a bead in the nose or ear). We also diagnose and treat corneal abrasions and treat subungual hematomas (blood beneath a nail due to trauma). Please call the Phone Advice Nurses to schedule an appointment. 925-254-9203 x3 |
Ear PiercingsMore Info
Did you know that we pierce ears? Several of the physicians at East Bay Pediatrics perform ear piercings to children 2 months and above, in a safe, hygienic manner. We provide hypoallergenic stud earrings, and can do the procedure in an unhurried, calming manner. Reviewing the procedure and care for pierced ears with our patients ensures a low risk for infection. We enjoy providing this "milestone" experience for our patients! Note: This procedure is not covered by insurance and requires payment at the time of service. |
Autism Spectrum DisorderMore Info
Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are a group of related brain- based disorders that affect a child’s behavior, communication and social skills. Autism is a spectrum disorder – symptoms and characteristics of autism can present in a wide range of combinations with different degrees of severity. Better recognition has increased the incidence of this disorder, and data indicates that the best prognosis for treatment is early and intensive intervention. Signs of autism may appear at about 15 months of age; consequently, we perform screening using the MCHAT tool with parent questionnaires at both the 18 and 24 month examinations. We will discuss the results with you at the end of the visit. Although the causes of ASD appear to be multifactorial, both genetic and environmental factors have been implicated. Once this problem is suspected, we have excellent diagnostic and therapeutic resources in the East Bay to provide intervention for our patients and their family. Your pediatrician can provide further educational material on this topic. |
