Frequently Asked Question

A Pediatrician is a medical doctor who specializes in preventive health care for infants, children, and adolescents. Pediatricians have undergone special training to diagnose and treat various childhood illnesses, from minor health problems to serious diseases.

Pediatricians specialize in kids' health and have more in-depth knowledge about your children's growth, development, and behavior from birth until age 18. After passing a comprehensive exam, the majority of pediatricians are certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

Here at Children's Medical Centers of Fresno, we advise if you are pregnant, now is the time to search for a "pediatrician near me" and interview local pediatricians. Many parents-to-be begin their pediatric search during their second trimester of pregnancy.

The anticipated arrival of a new baby is an exciting time, but it is also a period where you will make many important decisions. Choosing a pediatric provider, you trust before your baby's arrival will offer peace of mind and allow you to establish a healthcare relationship between your pediatrician and infant from birth.

If you are unsatisfied with the care of your infant, child, or young adult at your current pediatrician's office, now is the time to look for a new pediatrician. Your child deserves adequate care, and as a parent, you deserve trustworthy care for your child.

Establishing a healthcare relationship between the parent and the pediatrician is also essential. Our Fresno pediatricians provide parents and caregivers with support and advice on growth and development, safety and prevention, vaccinations, nutrition, and emotional wellness to nurture a lifetime of good health. We also offer WIC Referrals for parents.

It is important to regularly schedule well-child-care exams with your local pediatrician beginning in infancy.

These well-care visits or checkups are essential preventive care routine examinations for the doctor to observe the advancement of your child’s physical and mental development and growth, ensuring they are on track with their age group. During these visits, our pediatricians will counsel and teach parents; to detect possible problems and answer any questions they have about a child’s behavior, development, safety, nutrition, and overall well-being.

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends the following schedule for routine well-child visits:

• 2 to 5 days

• 1 month

• 2 months

• 4 months

• 6 months

• 9 months

• 12 months

• 15 months

• 18 months

• 24 months

And once a year thereafter for an annual health well-child visit. This visit will include a physical exam and a developmental, behavioral, vision, and learning assessment. Do not wait until your child is sick or has an illness to Google a "pediatrician near me" or “Pediatrician Fresno CA“ - Pediatricians are trained in preventive care for children.

We have two pediatric clinics located in Fresno, California.

Children’s Medical Center Fresno

805 Fresno Street Fresno, CA 93706

(559) 485-4000

inquiry@cmcfresno.com

Children's Medical Center Kings Canyon

5043 E. Kings Canyon Road Fresno, CA 93727

559) 455-1500

inquiry@cmcfresno.com

You can schedule an appointment by calling our fresno pediatrician office during regular business hours at (559) 455-1500.

You can also make an appointment via our appointment booking system by clicking “book an appointment” at the top of the screen.

Children’s Medical Center of Fresno clinic is open during the following days and times:

* Lunch Timings: 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM

Absolutely! Our pediatrics team loves welcoming new patients and parents to join our Children's Medical Centers of Fresno family. We are always striving to serve our local community to the best of our abilities by providing quality care in a safe and welcoming environment for your little one’s healthcare needs.

In the eyes of our patients and their parents and caregivers, we strive to be the best pediatrician in Fresno, CA, by providing a welcoming and safe environment for child healthcare.

Contact the Children’s medical center of Fresno office for additional information or request an appointment. We look forward to meeting you and your child!

Our team at Children's Medical Centers in Fresno, California, will schedule a same-day appointment for your child's sick visit to be seen in person or via telemedicine during business hours.

Our direct number is 559-455-1500.

If your child has a major medical emergency, please call 911 or take them to the nearest emergency room.

According to the CDC, on-time vaccination throughout childhood is essential because it helps provide immunity before children are exposed to potentially life-threatening diseases.

Vaccines work with your child’s immune system to prevent serious diseases and strengthen their immune system. Babies are born with immune systems that can fight most germs, but there are some serious and even life-threatening diseases they can’t handle. That’s why they need vaccines to strengthen their immune system.

Immunity is the body’s way of preventing disease. Your baby’s immune system is not fully developed at birth, which can put your baby at a greater risk for infection. Vaccines reduce your child’s risk of infection by working with the body’s natural defenses to help safely develop protection against disease.

Different types of vaccines work in different ways to offer protection. With all types of vaccines, your body will remember how to fight that virus in the future. The body typically takes a few weeks after vaccination to build up that protection.

Vaccinating your children on time protects them and anyone around them with a weakened immune system by reducing the spreading of illness.

Vaccines are tested to ensure they are safe and effective for children to receive at the recommended ages. To learn all about vaccines and immunity, what vaccines are made of, and how they are kept safe, please visit the CDC at: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/parents/why-vaccinate/vaccine-decision.html