Pediatrics & Urgent Care

Pediatrics & Urgent Care Primary Care & Urgent Care for all ages! Their team of pediatricians provides well-child exams, vaccinations, and treatment for common illnesses.

Primary & Urgent Care (Adults & Pediatrics) offers comprehensive pediatric care, including urgent care services, for children and adolescents in San Fernando Valley. Additionally, they have an on-site lab for blood testing and STD testing. Our dedicated team of seasoned pediatricians, urgent care specialists, and caring healthcare professionals continuously strives to prioritize the health and hap

piness of every patient who comes to us for help. We promise to provide thorough, compassionate, and comprehensive care to each individual who entrusts us with their well-being.

05/25/2026

❤️ Your Child Is Always Listening

One parenting tip that’s surprisingly powerful:

After tucking your child into bed, leave the door open just a little and let them overhear you saying something positive about them.

✨ “She’s so kind.”
✨ “He’s so funny.”
✨ “I’m proud of how hard she tried today.”

🧠 Children build their self-image from the words they hear repeatedly—especially from the people they love most.

Your voice becomes their inner voice.

That’s why encouragement matters. The way you speak about your child today can help shape their confidence for years to come.

💙 A few genuine words of praise may have a bigger impact than you realize.

📍 San Fernando – (818) 697-8585
🏥 Running Springs – (909) 660-8584
💻 Porter Ranch Online – (818) 729-2955
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📞 Supporting children’s emotional well-being starts with connection, encouragement, and care.

05/25/2026

😂🩺 Getting Report to a Gen Z Nurse

“Patient is stable.”

👩‍⚕️ Gen Z Nurse:
“Okay, but what’s the vibe?” 😭

All jokes aside, a good nursing report is more than just numbers.

💡 A proper handoff includes:
• Current condition 🩺
• Vital signs
• Medications 💊
• Allergies ⚠️
• Recent changes or concerns

🧠 Clear communication between healthcare providers helps reduce errors and keeps patients safe.

✨ Whether you’re Gen Z, Millennial, or Gen X—good patient care starts with a good report.

💙 Because “the vibe is off” might not be a medical term... but noticing subtle changes in a patient can sometimes be just as important as the numbers.

📍 San Fernando – (818) 697-8585
🏥 Running Springs – (909) 660-8584
💻 Porter Ranch Online – (818) 729-2955
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05/25/2026

🇺🇸 Memorial Day

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

Their courage, dedication, and selflessness will never be forgotten.

As we spend time with family and loved ones, we pause to reflect on those who gave so much to protect the freedoms we enjoy today.

❤️ We are grateful for their service and sacrifice.

From all of us at Primary & Urgent Care, we wish our patients, families, and community a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

📍 San Fernando – (818) 697-8585
🏥 Running Springs – (909) 660-8584
💻 Porter Ranch Online – (818) 729-2955
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05/22/2026

👶 Why You Should Be Careful Touching a Baby’s Head

A baby’s head is very delicate, especially in the early months of life.

💡 The soft spot (fontanelle) is a normal part of skull development that allows the brain to grow.

⚠️ While it’s safe to gently handle or support a baby’s head, you should avoid:
• Pressing or applying force
• Rough handling
• Unnecessary pressure on the soft spot

🧠 Babies’ skulls are still developing, which is why gentle support is important during holding, bathing, and movement.

✨ Most normal touching (like a light, gentle touch) is safe — the key is being soft and careful.

💙 When in doubt, always handle a baby with extra gentleness and support their head properly.

📍 San Fernando – (818) 697-8585
🏥 Running Springs – (909) 660-8584
💻 Porter Ranch Online – (818) 729-2955
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📞 Have concerns about your baby’s development or health? We’re here to help.

05/22/2026

🩺 Preventive Care Matters More Than You Think

Preventive care is one of the most important parts of protecting your long-term health.

Many conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol can develop slowly — often without any obvious symptoms.

💡 This means you may feel completely fine while changes are already happening inside your body.

🧠 That’s why routine checkups and lab tests are so important. They can help detect issues early, before they become more serious.

✨ Early detection allows:
• Earlier treatment
• Lifestyle adjustments
• Better long-term health outcomes

💙 Prevention is always better than treatment.

📍 San Fernando – (818) 697-8585
🏥 Running Springs – (909) 660-8584
💻 Porter Ranch Online – (818) 729-2955
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📞 Book your preventive checkup today and take a proactive step toward your health.

05/21/2026

☀️👶 How Much Sun Does Your Baby Need?

Sunlight can help the body produce vitamin D, but babies’ skin is delicate and needs extra protection.

💡 General guidelines by age:

👶 0–6 months:
Avoid direct sunlight when possible. Use shade, protective clothing, and hats.

🧒 6–12 months:
Short periods outdoors are okay, but protect their skin with shade, clothing, and age-appropriate sunscreen.

👦 1 year and older:
Regular outdoor play is healthy, but sun protection is still important—especially during peak sun hours.

⚠️ Babies and young children can burn much faster than adults, even on cloudy days.

✨ A little sunshine is great, but protecting their skin is just as important.

💙 When in doubt, ask your pediatric provider about the best sun safety practices for your child.

📍 San Fernando – (818) 697-8585
🏥 Running Springs – (909) 660-8584
💻 Porter Ranch Online – (818) 729-2955
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📞 We’re here to support your child’s health every step of the way.

05/21/2026

🦷🚨 Can a Tooth Infection Spread to the Brain?

It sounds scary, but in rare cases, a serious untreated tooth infection can spread beyond the mouth and cause life-threatening complications.

⚠️ Warning signs of a dental infection may include:
• Severe tooth pain
• Swelling of the gums, face, or jaw
• Fever 🌡️
• Bad taste or pus in the mouth
• Difficulty swallowing or opening the mouth

🧠 When infections are ignored, bacteria can sometimes spread to nearby tissues or even other parts of the body.

💡 That’s why persistent tooth pain should never be brushed off as “just a toothache.”

✨ Early treatment can help prevent serious complications and protect your overall health.

💙 Your oral health is part of your overall health.

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🏥 Running Springs – (909) 660-8584
💻 Porter Ranch Online – (818) 729-2955
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📞 If you have signs of infection or facial swelling, seek medical care promptly.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“Awesome team! Had to take my wife in, and it was one of the fastest urgent care visits I’ve had. The entire s...
05/21/2026

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

“Awesome team! Had to take my wife in, and it was one of the fastest urgent care visits I’ve had. The entire staff was phenomenal; some of the nicest healthcare professionals I’ve seen. 10/10 would recommend.”
— Maxwell Nelson

💙 Thank you, Maxwell, for your kind words and for trusting us with your family’s care.

Our goal is to provide timely, compassionate, and high-quality care for every patient who walks through our doors. Reviews like this remind us why we do what we do.

✨ We’re grateful for the opportunity to serve our community and honored by the trust our patients place in us.

📍 San Fernando – (818) 697-8585
🏥 Running Springs – (909) 660-8584
💻 Porter Ranch Online – (818) 729-2955
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📞 Need urgent care or primary care services? We’re here when you need us.

05/21/2026

💙 A gentle reminder from our clinic team:

We promise we’re not trying to be difficult when we can’t always accommodate late arrivals.

Your appointment time isn’t just reserved for you — it may also be the only time certain equipment, testing rooms, or providers are available.

Sometimes providers are also traveling between clinics, procedures, or other patient appointments throughout the day.

✨ We truly understand that life, traffic, and unexpected delays happen.
But arriving on time helps us stay on schedule and give every patient the care and attention they deserve.

Thank you for your understanding, patience, and respect for our team and fellow patients 🤍

📍 San Fernando – (818) 697-8585
🏥 Running Springs – (909) 660-8584
💻 Porter Ranch Online – (818) 729-2955
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05/21/2026

🥤🧼 Are You Cleaning Your Cans Before Drinking From Them?

Most people don’t think twice before taking a sip straight from a can… but the top of the can may collect dust, dirt, or bacteria during storage and shipping 👀

💡 Cans can pass through warehouses, trucks, and store shelves before reaching your hands.

✨ A quick rinse or wipe before drinking is a simple habit that may help reduce exposure to germs.

🧠 Small hygiene habits can make a bigger difference than people realize.

💙 Clean habits help protect your health every day.

📍 San Fernando – (818) 697-8585
🏥 Running Springs – (909) 660-8584
💻 Porter Ranch Online – (818) 729-2955
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📞 Stay informed, stay healthy, and take care of the little things too.

05/19/2026

💋 A Mother’s Kiss Can Save a Life?

It sounds surprising, but sometimes parents notice something serious simply through close everyday contact with their child.

💡 A kiss, cuddle, or comforting moment may help a parent notice:
• Fever 🌡️
• Trouble breathing
• Unusual skin color
• Dehydration
• Changes in behavior or responsiveness

🧠 Parents often recognize subtle changes before anyone else because they know their child best.

✨ Never ignore your instincts when something feels “off.”

💙 Sometimes love and attention are what help catch a medical problem early.

📍 San Fernando – (818) 697-8585
🏥 Running Springs – (909) 660-8584
💻 Porter Ranch Online – (818) 729-2955
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📞 If your child seems unwell or symptoms worsen, don’t wait — get evaluated early.

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31920 Hilltop Boulevard
Running Springs, CA
92382

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Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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