Pediatrics On Call

Pediatrics On Call Expert Pediatric Care, Where You Are, When You Need It. Pediatric telemedicine in your community! Or woken up to a sick child on the weekend? Too many to count?

Expert Pediatric Care, Where You Are, When You Need It

How many times have you picked your child up from daycare, school or aftercare just to discover they were not feeling well and your pediatrician's office was already closed? That is where we come in! By joining Pediatrics On Call for only $15.99 per month (plus the one-time registration fee of $100), you will receive a home medical kit (which includes a digital thermometer, pulse oximeter, and smart-phone compatible digital otoscope) and have unlimited access to expert pediatric care via telehealth 24 hours per day, 7 days per week with no co-pays, deductible, or additional fees. No contracts, no cancellation fees, and no insurance required! We even offer discounted rates for families with more than one child! How many times did you just have a quick question you wanted to run by your pediatric provider but it took days to get a phone call back? That's also what we're here for! We can handle many different types of questions or concerns via our innovative telehealth platform, including:

Runny Nose
Cough
Fever
Ear Pain/Ear Infections
Sore Throat/Strep Throat
Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)
Stomach/Gastrointestinal Concerns
Urinary Concerns
Rashes
Acne
Skin Concerns
Insect Bites
Minor Cuts and Scrapes
Breastfeeding/Lactation Concerns
Developmental Concerns
Sleep Concerns
Behavioral Concerns
Mental Health (Anxiety and Depression)
Lab and/or Xray Orders (when necessary)
Prescriptions (when necessary)
School Notes (when needed)
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We are not meant to replace your pediatric primary care provider, but to compliment the expert care they already provide for you. You can have confidence in knowing you are reaching an expert, board-certified, local pediatric primary care provider from your own Volusia/Flagler community to help you when you can't get in to see your normal provider. And we will even send visit notes to your regular care provider to keep your continuity of care.

‼️‼️Screening ECGs are mandatory beginning this next school year for all student athletes in the state of Florida playin...
03/24/2026

‼️‼️Screening ECGs are mandatory beginning this next school year for all student athletes in the state of Florida playing middle school or high school sports ‼️‼️

Register your student athlete for their FREE annual sports physical with FREE ECG screening all in one place! This will be the single easiest way to get this done! Don’t miss out! 

💙 Good people know good people… and we’re here to share them with you!Pediatrics On Call has grown almost entirely throu...
03/24/2026

💙 Good people know good people… and we’re here to share them with you!

Pediatrics On Call has grown almost entirely through word-of-mouth referrals, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the families who continue to share us with others. 🙌

That’s exactly why we created our Business Partner Page—to return the favor.

We’ve highlighted trusted local businesses who work with children and families and who we confidently recommend to our own patients.

✨ Think of it as your go-to list of “parent-approved” local resources.

👉 Explore our recommendations here: https://pediatricsoncall247.com/business-partners/

Because when we support each other, everyone wins. 💫

Fifth Disease, also known as erythema infectiosum or "slapped cheeks", is one of many rashes we see in Pediatrics. Did ...
03/23/2026

Fifth Disease, also known as erythema infectiosum or "slapped cheeks", is one of many rashes we see in Pediatrics. Did you know it is commonly referred to as Fifth Disease because it was the 5th rash listed on a the list common rashes seen in Pediatrics? Read below to learn more:

👧 Fifth disease is known for the “slapped cheek” rash where the child's cheeks look red like they've been slapped.

Cause:
Parvovirus B19.

Is it contagious?
Yes, but the tricky part is it is usually most contagious in the days prior to the appearance of the rash...when most people don't know they have it. Once the rash appears, the contagious period is generally over.

Symptoms:
😊 Red cheeks
🌸 Lacy rash
🤒 Mild fever

Typical duration:
Rash may last 1–3 weeks.

🚨 Red flag symptoms:
• Severe fatigue
• Joint swelling
• Persistent fever

Children with Fifth Disease should avoid being around women who are in their first trimester of pregnancy as there is a small but serious risk to fetal health.

If you think your child may have Fifth Disease and you need a visit today, join Pediatrics On Call now and save 50% off registration with code POCSAVE50! Same day visits in minutes! www.pediatricsoncall247.com

📚 Sources: CDC Parvovirus B19, The Cleveland Clinic (https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15774-fifth-disease) and Nemours Kids Health (https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/fifth.html?ref=search)

Photo Credit: The Cleaveland Clinic

**For informational purposes only, not for medical advice

Viral Gastroenteritis...🤢 The dreaded “stomach bug" is making its rounds over the past couple of weeks in Central Florid...
03/20/2026

Viral Gastroenteritis...🤢 The dreaded “stomach bug" is making its rounds over the past couple of weeks in Central Florida.

Cause:
Norovirus or rotavirus.

Symptoms:
🤮 Vomiting
💩 Diarrhea
🤒 Sometimes Fever

Typical duration:
Most cases improve within 1–3 days.

At home:
✔ Small frequent sips of CLEAR fluids (ie. Pedialyte, Gatorade, Powerade, Ginger Ale, Apple Juice, Chicken Broth, Popsicles, Jell-O, water) every 5-10 minutes for 4 hours. If no vomiting for 4 hours, then slowly advance as tolerated.
✔ Once able to tolerate clears for 4 hours, then may SLOWLY offer bland foods such as crackers, toast, noodles.
✔ AVOID dairy until no vomiting for 24 hours and until diarrhea resolves.

🚨 Red flag symptoms:
• No urination for 8+ hours
• Persistent vomiting or red or green vomit
• Blood in stool
• Severe abdominal pain or pain in their right lower corner of their belly

If your child is sick with vomiting and/or diarrhea and you need a visit today, join Pediatrics On Call today and receive 50% off registration with cod POCSAVE50. Same day visits available in minutes! www.pediatricsoncall247.com

📚 Source: CDC Norovirus and Nemours Kids Health https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/gastroenteritis.html?ref=search

Photo credit: Cottonbro Studio

**For informational purposes only, not for medical advice

👁️ Pink eye is common in children and easy to treat via telemedicine!Cause:Viral or bacterial infection, but can also be...
03/19/2026

👁️ Pink eye is common in children and easy to treat via telemedicine!

Cause:
Viral or bacterial infection, but can also be allergic or irritant in nature as well.

How do you get it?
By touching someone else who has it or touching something they touched and then touching your eye. Swimming with someone who has pinkeye is also another way to catch it.

Symptoms:
👁️ Red eye
💧 Discharge
😖 Irritation

Typical duration:
Viral cases: 5–7 days
Bacterial cases: improve 2–3 days after treatment
Allergic: 1-2 days after allergy treatment started
Irritant: 1-3 days after the irritant is removed and the eye is rinsed

🚨 Red flag symptoms:
• Eye pain
• Vision changes
• Light sensitivity

If you think your child may have pink eye and needs to be seen, join Pediatrics On Call today and save 50% off registration with code POCSAVE50 at www.pediatricsoncall247.com

📚 Sources: CDC Conjunctivitis and https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/conjunctivitis.html?ref=search

Photo credit: Nemours Kids Health

**For informational purposes only, not for medical advice

A very common viral rash we see a lot of this time of year is the dreaded Hand Foot and Mouth Disease, often abbreviated...
03/17/2026

A very common viral rash we see a lot of this time of year is the dreaded Hand Foot and Mouth Disease, often abbreviated HFMD. Read below to learn more....

🦠 Hand Foot and Mouth Disease is common in daycare-aged children.

Cause:
Coxsackievirus most commonly, but there are a couple of other viruses that can cause it too

Symptoms:
🌡️ Fever
👄 Mouth sores
✋ Rash on the lips and around the mouth as well as the palms of the hands
🦶 Rash on the soles of the feet and sometimes the buttocks

Typical duration:
Usually resolves in 7–10 days.

Treatment:
Supportive care but cannot return to daycare until fever has been gone for 24 hours and any open lesions/blisters have dried up

At home:
✔ Cold drinks and popsicles
✔ Pain relievers like Tylenol or Motrin
✔ Hydration

🚨 Red flag symptoms:
• Refusal to drink
• Not making urine at least every 6-8 hours

📚 Sources:
CDC HFMD: https://www.cdc.gov/hand-foot-mouth/about/index.html
Nemours Kids Health: https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/hfm.html?ref=search

If your child has a fever and a rash and you need more guidance, join Pediatrics On Call today for 50% off the registration fee with code POCSAVE50 at www.pediatricsoncall247.com

This post is for educational purposes only--not medical advice

👂 Ear infections are common after colds.Cause:Fluid buildup behind the eardrum thet festers and becomes infected.Symptom...
03/16/2026

👂 Ear infections are common after colds.

Cause:
Fluid buildup behind the eardrum thet festers and becomes infected.

Symptoms:
👂 Ear pain
😡 Irritability
🌡️ Fever
😴 Trouble sleeping

Typical duration:
Pain usually improves within 2–3 days of observation or treatment, though fluid may remain longer.

Treatment:
Observation or antibiotics depending on age and severity.

What parents can do at home:
✔ Pain relievers
✔ Fluids
✔ Rest

🚨 Red flag symptoms:
• Severe ear pain
• Persistent fever
• Ear drainage

📚 Source: AAP Acute Otitis Media

If your child has ear pain and you are worried about a possible ear infection, we can help! The medical kit included with membership includes a digital otoscope so we can perform remote ear exams in order to properly treat your child.

Not yet a member? Join today and receive 50% off registration with code POCSAVE50 at www.pediatricsoncall247.com

*Educational purposes only--not medical advice.

Photo credit: https://resources.modernpediatrics.co/article/228-ear-infections

🌙 Croup often appears suddenly at night and can sound scary for parents.Cause:A viral infection that causes swelling of ...
03/13/2026

🌙 Croup often appears suddenly at night and can sound scary for parents.

Cause:
A viral infection that causes swelling of the upper airway.

Symptoms:
🐶 Barking cough
🎤 Hoarse voice
🫁 Noisy breathing (stridor)

Typical duration:
Most cases improve within 3–5 days.

Treatment:
Primarily symptomatic care and comfort measures at home.
Some cases may require steroids, but this is not typical.

What parents can do at home:
✔ Cool mist humidifier or steamy shower
✔ Calm environment
✔ Fluids

🚨 Red flag symptoms:
• Stridor at rest (squeaky noise when inhaling)
• Difficulty breathing
• Drooling or trouble swallowing

📚 Source: AAP HealthyChildren
Other sources: https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/croup.html?ref=search

If your child is sick and you need further guidance, join Pediatrics On Call today and save 50% off registration with code POCSAVE50 at www.pediatricsoncall247.com

Educational purposes only--not medical advice.

Photo Credit: Nemours Kids Health https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/croup.html?ref=search

🤧 The common cold is the most frequent illness in childhood and occurs year round with peaks during the Fall and Winter....
03/11/2026

🤧 The common cold is the most frequent illness in childhood and occurs year round with peaks during the Fall and Winter.

Cause:
Usually rhinoviruses.

Symptoms:
🤧 Runny nose
😷 Mild cough
🤒 Low fever
😴 Fatigue

Typical duration:
Symptoms usually last 7–10 days.

Treatment:
Supportive care only.
**Remember antibiotics treat bacteria, not viruses**

What helps at home:
✔ Humidifier
✔ Saline spray & nasal suction/nose blowing
✔ Fluids
✔ Tylenol or motrin for fever or discomfort

🚨 Red flag symptoms:
• Fever lasting more than 4-5 days
• Difficulty breathing
• Symptoms worsening after initial improvement
• New symptoms such as ear pain
• Not making urine at least every 6-8 hours

📚 Source: AAP HealthyChildren
Other sources: https://www.cdc.gov/common-cold/about/index.html

If your child is sick and you need further guidance, join Pediatrics On Call today for 50% off the registration fee with code POCSAVE50 at www.pediatricsoncall247.com

Educational purposes only — not medical advice.

Flu season seemed to peak in December throughout the Central Florida region, but we are starting to see a bit of an upti...
03/10/2026

Flu season seemed to peak in December throughout the Central Florida region, but we are starting to see a bit of an uptick in cases again and it appears to be Flu B's turn this time. Read below to learn more about the Flu:

🦠 Influenza (Flu) can cause significant illness in children each year.

Cause:
Influenza virus.

Symptoms:
🌡️ Sudden fever
🤕 Body aches, sore throat
😷 Cough, congestion and runny nose
😴 Fatigue
🤧 Sometimes vomiting and diarrhea

How long it usually lasts:
Most children start to feel a little better within 5–7 days, though fatigue and last longer and the cough may last 2-3 weeks.

Typical treatment:
Rest, fluids, fever reducers, and sometimes antiviral medication such as Tamiflu.

What parents can do:
✔ Contact your pediatrician, or Pediatrics On Call, for guidance regarding testing since antiviral need to be started within the first 48 hours of the onset of symptoms in order to be effective
✔ Encourage fluids
✔ Provide rest
✔ Fever reducers if recommended

🚨 Red flag symptoms:
• Difficulty breathing
• Severe dehydration
• Confusion
• Persistent fever > 5 days
• Extreme lethargy

📚 Sources: CDC Influenza
https://www.cdc.gov/flu
https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/flu.html?ref=search

**Educational purposes only — not medical advice.

Photo credit: CDC

There are many Spring illnesses in full swing across the greater Central Florida region this time of year, so we thought...
03/09/2026

There are many Spring illnesses in full swing across the greater Central Florida region this time of year, so we thought we'd make some informative posts about what we're seeing and what you can expect to see if your child gets sick this season.

A biggie right now is Strep Throat. So how can you tell the difference between a viral sore throat (no antibiotics needed) and strep throat (antibiotics are needed)? Read below to learn more...

🦠 Strep throat is a bacterial infection that commonly affects school-aged children.

What Causes It?

A bacteria called Group A Streptococcus.

🤧 Symptoms:

• Sudden sore throat
• Pain with swallowing
• Fever
• Swollen lymph nodes
• Headache
• Sometimes stomach pain
• NO cold symptoms like cough or runny nose

🔬 Testing:

A rapid strep swab tells us if this is strep throat or not.

💊 Treatment:

Strep throat can actually clear itself, but we treat with antibiotics to help prevent complications (which can affect the heart and kidneys) and shorten symptoms.

🏡 What Parents Can Do:

✔ Encourage fluids
✔ Offer soft foods
✔ Use fever reducers
✔ Ensure the full antibiotic course is completed
✔ Discard and replace toothbrush 24 hours after starting antibiotics
✔ No sharing cups, utensils or kissing on the lips for a few days

💙 If your child develops a sudden sore throat and fever, we can help determine if testing is needed. Strep tests are not available over the counter, but we do sell them through our website to help you avoid having to go to urgent care or the ER for a swab!

More information:
• https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/strep-throat.html?ref=search
• https://www.cdc.gov/group-a-strep/hcp/clinical-guidance/strep-throat.html
• https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2009/0301/p383.html

If you think your child has strep throat and are not yet a member, join today for 50% off registration with code POCSAVE50 at www.pediatricsoncall247.com

**Posts are for general educational purposes and not a substitute for medical advice. If you have concerns about your child’s health, we encourage you to consult your child’s pediatrician or consider joining Pediatrics On Call for 24/7 pediatric guidance**

Photo credit: CDC

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