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Supporting Teen Mental Health During Exam Season
Exam season can place enormous pressure on teens, affecting both performance and mental health. Learn how to recognize the signs of harmful stress, support your child with healthy coping strategies, and know when it’s time to seek professional help for lasting well-being.
Autism: Understanding the Condition and Recent News
You may have seen in the news recently that acetaminophen (Tylenol), when taken during pregnancy, has been suggested as a possible cause of autism. The FDA responded to these reports, acknowledging ongoing studies but emphasizing that current evidence does not show a...
Understanding MMRV (ProQuad) and Vaccine Choices at Different Ages
At Community Choice Pediatrics, we are committed to addressing any questions parents may have. There has been recent conversation surrounding the MMRV (ProQuad) vaccine, which combines protection against measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox) into a...
Managing Fall Allergies: Tips for Parents
Fall allergies can make your child feel miserable. Learn how to reduce triggers and manage symptoms with these expert tips from Community Choice Pediatrics.
Preparing Kids Emotionally for the New School Year
Help your child feel emotionally ready for school with tips on routine, confidence-building, emotional support, and coping strategies.
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Daniel Gershon, D.O.
I have wanted to be a pediatrician since I was in high school, and I love what I do today.
Barbara S. Trites, M.D.
I joined Community Choice Pediatrics (formerly known as Lee’s Summit Physicians Group) as a “not quite charter member” in 1986 and have thoroughly enjoyed my time practicing pediatrics in Lee’s Summit for more than three decades.
Provider Spotlight: Dr. Jared Kevern for Community Choice Pediatrics
Please welcome one of our newest providers, Dr. Jared Kevern. His early battle with Hodgkin’s lymphoma led him to become a doctor.
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Safe to Sleep Campaigns – Reducing SIDS/SUIDS through Education
SIDS/SUIDS has decreased almost 50% since the early 1990s in large part due to Safe to Sleep campaigns. There is still work to be done.