Childhood Asthma Treatment in Jacksonville, FL<\/span><\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Asthma Pediatricians in Jacksonville, Fl<\/h2>\n
Carithers Pediatric Group provides childhood asthma treatment in Jacksonville, FL and surrounding areas. We take a collaborative team approach to support families with a child struggling with asthma, as we maximize care. Ideal management of asthma involves regular visits with our physicians to discuss a child\u2019s progress. These visits will be utilized to maximize education, develop an \u201cAsthma Action Plan\u201d, adjust medications, and\/or order additional tests or consultations if needed.<\/p>\n
What is Childhood Asthma?<\/h2>\n
Asthma is also referred to as reactive airways disease. It is a common childhood condition that can manifest itself in varying degrees of severity and presentation. For some children, it is mild and slow in onset. For others, it can be sudden and severe, requiring emergency intervention. Typical triggers of childhood asthma (its reactivity) include upper respiratory infections (colds\/viruses), weather change, exercise, and allergy exposures. Most children cough and feel short of breath. These sudden, acute symptoms are relieved by a medicine referred to as a rescue medicine. If they occur frequently, then different medicines are used on a regular basis to prevent the symptoms from starting up.<\/p>\n
The science of managing asthma and the use of the many medicines for this is a well-defined science, with guidelines endorsed by the National Health Institute and the American Academy of Pediatrics. The recommendations attempt to balance the minimized use of medicines with side effects while keeping the lungs healthy and free of the long term damage that can occur with poorly controlled asthma. There are specific steps outlined in this management. The goal is a healthy child who is free to enjoy life, including exercise, sports, playing outdoors in all seasons, and weathering typical viruses with little trouble.<\/p>\n
Managing Childhood Asthma<\/h2>\n
We recommend that those patients diagnosed with asthma should be followed at least every 3 to 6 months by their doctor. Our goal is to evaluate how our patients are doing and make adjustments if needed with medications. We hope to make these changes when there are mild symptoms rather than waiting for flare-ups requiring ER visits, hospitalizations and missed days at school and\/or work.<\/p>\n
Assessments are made regarding the frequency of symptoms, the use of rescue medicine and the effectiveness of preventative maintenance medicines. Asthma action plans are established and reviewed so that a parent and child feel comfortable and clear about how to approach flare-ups, manage their asthma at home appropriately, and when to bring their child to the office.<\/p>\n
Childhood Asthma Treatment in Jacksonville, FL<\/h2>\n
We look forward to working with you to assist your child in this area. We want you to feel confident that we not only have your child\u2019s best interest in mind but also possess the knowledge and experience to appropriately assess and treat your child. Carithers serves children of Jacksonville, FL and surrounding areas with quality pediatric care including childhood asthma action plans. For more information about our services, contact us at our two Jacksonville locations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Patient Feedback<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cThe best doctors offices (we have gone to both locations multiple times) in the world if you as me! I have never had a bad experience! Each appointment with any doctor we see in the group is great! I\u2019m not sure how they pick their providers but they do an amazing job! We have been with them my 5 year old was born and always have great appointments! They love my babies and make them feel comfortable and relaxed as if they see them everyday! In today\u2019s world everyone needs a doctors them.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Errin W.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cbeen amazing with my son and great with me, I get nervous with doctors more so when it comes to my kid and they are great at calming my fears.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Ryann A.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cI have went through a few different pediatricians with my daughter and Carithers by far has exceeded my expectations. Every concern has been quickly acknowledged. If I have any questions they are answered appropriately and they never make me feel silly for asking.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Lacie V. <\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cI have been using Carithers for 5 years. I have always been happy with the office, nurses and
\ndoctors. My last visit was flu shots for my 2 year old and 5 year old. The nurses exceeded my
\nexpectations!! They were amazing with my boys. They took their time and calmed my boys
\nbefore giving the shots. They were so great!!The front office staff is always friendly, sweet and
\naccommodating. We always feel welcomed, which is important to me and my family. The office
\nis clean and the location is safe. \u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Brittany M.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cMy toddler twins love the doctors and staff at both Carithers locations!!!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Glenn F.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cI was looking for a better pediatrician for my 17-month-old and newborn. A friend referred me
\nto Carithers after raving about them. I have to say that they were worth the rave. I love how
\nprofessional and friendly everyone is. They have a very efficient system. The doctors do not rush
\nyou and they make you feel like no question is the wrong question. The office and every room are
\nclean and tidy. I am so glad that I switched my children over to Carithers.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Keisha M.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cAlways a wonderful experience with the very personable doctors and nurses!!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
James M.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOverall, our experience with Carithers has been very good. Both my husband and I were patients
\nat this practice as children and we are glad our children have the opportunity to receive the
\nsame wonderful care that we did. We have seen a wide range of Dr. S at the practice and would
\nfeel good about many being our children\u2019s primary physician.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Caroline B.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cI was a patient of Carithers Pediatrics in the 1970s, and my three kids will age-out of the practice
\ntoo! Terrific doctors, well-run practice. The doctors are experts and \u201cpresent\u201d \u2013 we aren\u2019t
\nnumbers \u2026and holy cow do they listen. After I explained an ongoing medical problem to the
\ndoctor, I heard her repeat the issue to another doctor \u2013 thoroughly and concisely \u2026 she had
\nabsorbed it all. They always call back in a timely fashion, no insurance problems \u2026 we are 100%
\nthrilled with the medical care and office-care we receive. Thanks all!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Nancy H.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\nNeed More Information?
\nWe Are Here to Help<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>
Asthma Pediatricians in Jacksonville, Fl<\/h2>\n
Carithers Pediatric Group provides childhood asthma treatment in Jacksonville, FL and surrounding areas. We take a collaborative team approach to support families with a child struggling with asthma, as we maximize care. Ideal management of asthma involves regular visits with our physicians to discuss a child\u2019s progress. These visits will be utilized to maximize education, develop an \u201cAsthma Action Plan\u201d, adjust medications, and\/or order additional tests or consultations if needed.<\/p>\n
What is Childhood Asthma?<\/h2>\n
Asthma is also referred to as reactive airways disease. It is a common childhood condition that can manifest itself in varying degrees of severity and presentation. For some children, it is mild and slow in onset. For others, it can be sudden and severe, requiring emergency intervention. Typical triggers of childhood asthma (its reactivity) include upper respiratory infections (colds\/viruses), weather change, exercise, and allergy exposures. Most children cough and feel short of breath. These sudden, acute symptoms are relieved by a medicine referred to as a rescue medicine. If they occur frequently, then different medicines are used on a regular basis to prevent the symptoms from starting up.<\/p>\n
The science of managing asthma and the use of the many medicines for this is a well-defined science, with guidelines endorsed by the National Health Institute and the American Academy of Pediatrics. The recommendations attempt to balance the minimized use of medicines with side effects while keeping the lungs healthy and free of the long term damage that can occur with poorly controlled asthma. There are specific steps outlined in this management. The goal is a healthy child who is free to enjoy life, including exercise, sports, playing outdoors in all seasons, and weathering typical viruses with little trouble.<\/p>\n
Managing Childhood Asthma<\/h2>\n
We recommend that those patients diagnosed with asthma should be followed at least every 3 to 6 months by their doctor. Our goal is to evaluate how our patients are doing and make adjustments if needed with medications. We hope to make these changes when there are mild symptoms rather than waiting for flare-ups requiring ER visits, hospitalizations and missed days at school and\/or work.<\/p>\n
Assessments are made regarding the frequency of symptoms, the use of rescue medicine and the effectiveness of preventative maintenance medicines. Asthma action plans are established and reviewed so that a parent and child feel comfortable and clear about how to approach flare-ups, manage their asthma at home appropriately, and when to bring their child to the office.<\/p>\n
Childhood Asthma Treatment in Jacksonville, FL<\/h2>\n
We look forward to working with you to assist your child in this area. We want you to feel confident that we not only have your child\u2019s best interest in mind but also possess the knowledge and experience to appropriately assess and treat your child. Carithers serves children of Jacksonville, FL and surrounding areas with quality pediatric care including childhood asthma action plans. For more information about our services, contact us at our two Jacksonville locations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Patient Feedback<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cThe best doctors offices (we have gone to both locations multiple times) in the world if you as me! I have never had a bad experience! Each appointment with any doctor we see in the group is great! I\u2019m not sure how they pick their providers but they do an amazing job! We have been with them my 5 year old was born and always have great appointments! They love my babies and make them feel comfortable and relaxed as if they see them everyday! In today\u2019s world everyone needs a doctors them.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Errin W.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cbeen amazing with my son and great with me, I get nervous with doctors more so when it comes to my kid and they are great at calming my fears.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Ryann A.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cI have went through a few different pediatricians with my daughter and Carithers by far has exceeded my expectations. Every concern has been quickly acknowledged. If I have any questions they are answered appropriately and they never make me feel silly for asking.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Lacie V. <\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cI have been using Carithers for 5 years. I have always been happy with the office, nurses and
\ndoctors. My last visit was flu shots for my 2 year old and 5 year old. The nurses exceeded my
\nexpectations!! They were amazing with my boys. They took their time and calmed my boys
\nbefore giving the shots. They were so great!!The front office staff is always friendly, sweet and
\naccommodating. We always feel welcomed, which is important to me and my family. The office
\nis clean and the location is safe. \u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Brittany M.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cMy toddler twins love the doctors and staff at both Carithers locations!!!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Glenn F.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cI was looking for a better pediatrician for my 17-month-old and newborn. A friend referred me
\nto Carithers after raving about them. I have to say that they were worth the rave. I love how
\nprofessional and friendly everyone is. They have a very efficient system. The doctors do not rush
\nyou and they make you feel like no question is the wrong question. The office and every room are
\nclean and tidy. I am so glad that I switched my children over to Carithers.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Keisha M.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cAlways a wonderful experience with the very personable doctors and nurses!!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
James M.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOverall, our experience with Carithers has been very good. Both my husband and I were patients
\nat this practice as children and we are glad our children have the opportunity to receive the
\nsame wonderful care that we did. We have seen a wide range of Dr. S at the practice and would
\nfeel good about many being our children\u2019s primary physician.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Caroline B.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cI was a patient of Carithers Pediatrics in the 1970s, and my three kids will age-out of the practice
\ntoo! Terrific doctors, well-run practice. The doctors are experts and \u201cpresent\u201d \u2013 we aren\u2019t
\nnumbers \u2026and holy cow do they listen. After I explained an ongoing medical problem to the
\ndoctor, I heard her repeat the issue to another doctor \u2013 thoroughly and concisely \u2026 she had
\nabsorbed it all. They always call back in a timely fashion, no insurance problems \u2026 we are 100%
\nthrilled with the medical care and office-care we receive. Thanks all!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Nancy H.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\nNeed More Information?
\nWe Are Here to Help<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>
\n\u201cThe best doctors offices (we have gone to both locations multiple times) in the world if you as me! I have never had a bad experience! Each appointment with any doctor we see in the group is great! I\u2019m not sure how they pick their providers but they do an amazing job! We have been with them my 5 year old was born and always have great appointments! They love my babies and make them feel comfortable and relaxed as if they see them everyday! In today\u2019s world everyone needs a doctors them.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Errin W.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cbeen amazing with my son and great with me, I get nervous with doctors more so when it comes to my kid and they are great at calming my fears.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Ryann A.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cI have went through a few different pediatricians with my daughter and Carithers by far has exceeded my expectations. Every concern has been quickly acknowledged. If I have any questions they are answered appropriately and they never make me feel silly for asking.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Lacie V. <\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cI have been using Carithers for 5 years. I have always been happy with the office, nurses and
\ndoctors. My last visit was flu shots for my 2 year old and 5 year old. The nurses exceeded my
\nexpectations!! They were amazing with my boys. They took their time and calmed my boys
\nbefore giving the shots. They were so great!!The front office staff is always friendly, sweet and
\naccommodating. We always feel welcomed, which is important to me and my family. The office
\nis clean and the location is safe. \u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>Brittany M.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cMy toddler twins love the doctors and staff at both Carithers locations!!!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Glenn F.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cI was looking for a better pediatrician for my 17-month-old and newborn. A friend referred me
\nto Carithers after raving about them. I have to say that they were worth the rave. I love how
\nprofessional and friendly everyone is. They have a very efficient system. The doctors do not rush
\nyou and they make you feel like no question is the wrong question. The office and every room are
\nclean and tidy. I am so glad that I switched my children over to Carithers.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>Keisha M.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cAlways a wonderful experience with the very personable doctors and nurses!!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
James M.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOverall, our experience with Carithers has been very good. Both my husband and I were patients
\nat this practice as children and we are glad our children have the opportunity to receive the
\nsame wonderful care that we did. We have seen a wide range of Dr. S at the practice and would
\nfeel good about many being our children\u2019s primary physician.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>Caroline B.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cI was a patient of Carithers Pediatrics in the 1970s, and my three kids will age-out of the practice
\ntoo! Terrific doctors, well-run practice. The doctors are experts and \u201cpresent\u201d \u2013 we aren\u2019t
\nnumbers \u2026and holy cow do they listen. After I explained an ongoing medical problem to the
\ndoctor, I heard her repeat the issue to another doctor \u2013 thoroughly and concisely \u2026 she had
\nabsorbed it all. They always call back in a timely fashion, no insurance problems \u2026 we are 100%
\nthrilled with the medical care and office-care we receive. Thanks all!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>Nancy H.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\nNeed More Information?
\nWe Are Here to Help<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>
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