Why Is Having a Pediatrician Important?

Patriot Pediatrics is your expert pediatrician in Bedford, MA, also serving Billerica, Chelmsford, Lexington, and Concord, MA. Dr. Mitchell Feldman, Dr. Francine Hennessey, and Dr. Jacquelyn Chambers are dedicated to providing your child with the best care. Keep reading about the most important reasons to have a pediatrician. If you are expecting or looking for a new pediatrician, come see us for an appointment.

Support in emergencies

Having a go-to pediatrician in Bedford, MA, isn't just important for your child, it can be part of an important support system for you as a parent. If you're having an emergency you don't want to waste time figuring out who to call and where to go. Knowing you have a doctor you can rely on helps alleviate a lot of stress.

Well Child visits

Well-child visits are annual opportunities to see and speak with your pediatrician. Other than an opportunity for vaccinations, these visits help to ensure your child is hitting developmental milestones and growing as they should.

Another benefit of well-child visits is to get your child used to the doctor and form good habits of going to the doctor when you're in need. Too many people delay going to the doctor out of fear, but when you're familiar and comfortable with the doctor from a young age, it benefits you for the rest of your life.

Behavioral issues

All children can have puzzling behavior at times! So how do you know when there's something more going on? When your child is comfortable with their doctor and in our environment, the pediatrician can better assess behavioral issues and give recommendations.

Patriot Pediatrics is here for you and your child when you have a health concern. Dr. Mitchell Feldman, Dr. Francine Hennessey, and Dr. Jacquelyn Chambers are your pediatricians in Bedford, MA, also serving Billerica, Chelmsford, Lexington, and Concord, MA. Contact us for an appointment at (781) 674-2900.