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Monday 9am - 7pm Tuesday 9am - 7pm Wednesday 9am - 7pm Thursday 9am - 7pm Friday 9am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 12pm

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Next Step Pediatrics

Dr. Jeffries Bucci & Dr. Melissa E. Lancer
Towson: 7600 Osler Dr. Ste 311
Parkton: 214 Mt. Carmel Rd Carmel Rd. Parkton, MD 21120
Phone number: 410-296-2300

We are a well established six practitioner pediatric practice in Northern Baltimore County with offices in Towson and Parkton, Maryland. Providers include Dr. Jeffries Bucci, Dr. Melissa Lancer, and nurse practitioners Charlotte Chudy CPNP-PC, Samantha Gerding CPNP-PC, and Emily Delfino, DNP, CPNP-PC/AC. The practice welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Please feel free to reque

st a complimentary 'meet the doc' visit by calling the main office. Our Towson Office is 7600 Osler Drive, Suite 311 Towson Maryland 21204
Phone number: 410-296-2300
Our Parkton office is located at 214 Mt.

08/06/2025

What are we seeing this week? POISON IVY
WHAT IS IT?- An itchy rash caused by an allergic reaction to the oils of various plants such as poison ivy, poison sumac or poison oak
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?- Itchy, red and swollen streaks on the skin that can blister. It can take a few hours to a few days for the rash to appear.
WHAT IS THE TREATMENT-Most cases can be managed at home with calamine lotion, hydrocortisone ointment, and cool compresses. Severe cases involving the face or ge****ls should be seen in the office as sometimes prescription steroid ointments and oral medications are necessary.
HOW CAN I PREVENT THIS INFECTION?- If your child has been in contact with poison ivy you should wash their skin with soap or a dishwashing detergent and rinse with cold water. Do not scrub as scrubbing the skin can spread the plant's oil. Make sure to wash any clothing or objects that were in contact with the oils as well!

08/04/2025

Back to school month! Don't forget to schedule your child's wellness visit/physical. We follow the AAP periodicity schedule for health maintenance which recommends wellness visits at least annually (more often for babies!)

Follow the link to learn when you can expect at each visit. Give us a call if you are unsure when your child was last seen or if they are due!

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/health-management/Pages/Well-Child-Care-A-Check-Up-for-Success.aspx

07/28/2025

What are we seeing this week? OTITIS EXTERNA (SWIMMER'S EAR)
WHAT IS IT?- An infection of the skin inside the ear canal or outer ear
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?- Mild symptoms may just be itchiness or fullness to the ear. More severe symptoms include constant and intense ear pain, significant swelling to the ear canal and some discharge from the ear
WHAT IS THE TREATMENT- Tylenol or Motrin for pain control. Most cases require antibiotic drops to treat, so we recommend calling the office for evaluation.
HOW CAN I PREVENT THIS INFECTION?-There's no need to try to prevent swimmer's ear unless your child has had this infection frequently or very recently. If they have, limit their stays in the water, usually to less than an hour. Then, when they come out, remove the excess water from their ear with the corner of a towel, or have them shake their head. Follow the link to find a swimmer's ear remedy you can make at home!

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/ear-nose-throat/Pages/swimmers-ear-in-children.aspx

07/21/2025

Every kid loves learning how to ride a bike! Some simple rules to follow to keep them safe!
1. Wear a helmet.
2. Ride on the right side, with traffic.
3. Use appropriate hand signals.
4. Respect traffic signals, including stop signs.

Click the link to learn some facts and myths about bicycle safety!
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-play/Pages/bicycle-safety-myths-and-facts.aspx

07/16/2025

What are we seeing this week? HAND FOOT MOUTH!

WHAT IS IT?-Hand foot mouth is a contagious viral illness. It is most common in children less than 5 (but can occur in any age)
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?-Symptoms include fever, sore throat, runny nose and a rash (typically occurring on hands, feet, mouth and buttocks).
WHAT IS THE TREATMENT- Treatment is supportive including pain control, fever control and hydration
WHEN CAN MY CHILD RETURN TO SCHOOL?- Kids can return once fever free x 24 hours, rash is crusted over and no longer spreading (typically 5-7 days after symptom start)

07/14/2025

Exciting news! We have a new provider starting today! Please join us in welcoming Dr. Amanda McAneny to our team.

Dr. Amanda McAneny grew up in a military family and moved frequently, but she proudly considers Maryland home. She completed high school in Southern Maryland and graduated from Wake Forest University. She went on to earn her medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine, where she was inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society.

Dr. McAneny completed her pediatric residency at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond and was honored to serve as chief resident following her training. She is excited to return to the Baltimore area and join the Next Step Pediatrics team. Her husband is a proud Baltimore County native (go Cardinals!), and they are thrilled to be putting down roots in the community.

Outside of work, Dr. McAneny enjoys reading, cooking, baking, home renovation projects, and spending time with her husband, their dog Beans, and two cats, Linus and Lucy. She is currently welcoming new patients and looks forward to caring for children and families in the community

07/09/2025

Make sure to stay safe in the sun this summer! Some simple tips to keep your child safe:
-Wear a hat
-Limit your sun exposure from 10am-4pm when UV rays are strongest
-Wear sunglasses
-Use sunscreen (and reapply often!)

01/06/2025

❄️Due to the inclement weather and snow conditions, Next Step Pediatrics is closed today, Monday, January 6th. Our providers have reached out to the patients scheduled today regarding rescheduling.

Our on-call service is available for any urgent concerns, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

We apologize for the inconvenience. We hope you all have a safe snow day!

Thank you for your understanding! ❄️

12/20/2024

Happy Holidays everyone!

Next Step Pediatrics has modified hours approaching:

Tuesday, December 24th- Towson office will be open from 8:30 am-2:00 pm for same-day sick appointments, Hereford office will be closed

Wednesday, December 25th- Both offices closed

Tuesday, December 31st- Towson office will be open from 8:30am-2:00 pm for same-day sick appointments, Hereford office will be closed

Wednesday, January 1st- Both offices closed

12/03/2024

Wishing Camille the best of luck as she embarks on an exciting new journey in Physician Assistant School! We're all so proud of you and can't wait to see all the amazing things you'll achieve!

11/29/2024

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Next Step Pediatrics! 🦃We are grateful for the opportunity to care for your little ones and appreciate the trust you place in us!

Today, Friday November 29th, our Towson office is open for same day sick visits. The Hereford office is closed.

11/08/2024

New flu clinic availability! Please call 410-296-2300 to schedule!

Thursday 11/14 Towson, 4:30-6:00 pm
Saturday 11/16 Towson, 9:30-11:30 am
Monday 11/18 Parkton, 4:30-6:00 pm

Address

7600 Osler Drive, Ste 311
Towson, MD
21204

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 7pm
Tuesday	9am - 7pm
Wednesday	9am - 7pm
Thursday	9am - 7pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 12pm

Telephone

+14102962300

Website

http://buccilancermd.com/

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We are a well established four practitioner pediatric practice in Northern Baltimore County with offices in Towson and Parkton, Maryland. Dr. Jeffries Bucci, Dr. Melissa Lancer, Samantha Myles, C.R.N.P and Kathleen Machoney, C.R.N.P. offer over 30 years of combined pediatric experience. The practice welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Please feel free to request a complimentary 'meet the doc' visit by calling the main office. Our Parkton office is located at 111 Mt. Carmel Rd./Ste. 500, behind to the pharmacy. The phone number for this location is 410-343-0900.