Newborn Care Specialist
Newborn Pediatrician in Las Vegas & Henderson, NV
Bringing a new baby home is one of the most exciting — and overwhelming — experiences of a parent’s life. Nevada Pediatric Specialists is here to help you navigate those first weeks with confidence. Our board-certified providers offer expert newborn care starting with your baby’s very first visit, just days after birth.
Your Baby’s First Pediatric Visit
The AAP recommends every newborn be seen by a pediatrician within 3 to 5 days of leaving the hospital. At this first visit, we check your baby’s weight, evaluate jaundice levels, assess feeding (whether breastfeeding or formula), review newborn screening results, and answer the hundred questions every new parent has. It’s a critical touchpoint — and we never rush it.
What We Monitor in the Newborn Period
- Weight gain and feeding progress
- Jaundice — visual assessment and bilirubin testing when indicated
- Umbilical cord care and circumcision healing
- Newborn reflexes and neurological development
- Review of newborn metabolic screening (PKU, thyroid, and more)
- Hearing screening follow-up if not completed in the hospital
- Parental mental health and support needs
Breastfeeding & Feeding Support
Feeding challenges are one of the most common reasons new parents call us in the first weeks. Our providers offer guidance on latch issues, milk supply concerns, formula selection, and safe feeding practices. We’ll help you identify whether your baby is getting enough to eat and when a lactation consultant referral may be appropriate.
Prenatal Consultations — Meet Us Before Your Baby Arrives
You don’t have to wait until your baby is born to choose a pediatrician. We offer prenatal consultations for expectant parents, typically in the third trimester. You’ll meet one of our providers, tour the practice, and leave with answers to your questions — so you’re not starting from scratch in those overwhelming early days.
Newborn Immunizations
Your baby’s first vaccines begin in the hospital and continue at the 2-month well visit. We’ll walk you through the full AAP immunization schedule and what to expect after each round of shots, including normal reactions and when to call us.
How we can help you
Services
Physical Exams
Physical exams are an essential part of preventative pediatric health care.
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Sports Physical
Most youth sports teams require a sports physical before allowing your child to participate.
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Pediatric Care
Children need specialized pediatric care to monitor their rapid development and unique health needs.
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Asthma
About six million American children ages 0-17 have asthma, a serious disease that causes difficulty breathing.
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Walk-In Clinic
Illnesses and injuries often occur without warning and need rapid medical attention.
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Telemedicine
When your child is sick or time constraints make it challenging to get to the doctor’s office, telemedicine can help your child get the health care services they need.
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Immunization
It might sound counterintuitive to introduce a weak or inactive disease to your child’s body, but immunizations work by doing just that.
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Newborn Care
Caring for a newborn baby might seem intimidating and complicated, especially if this is your first baby.
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Obesity & Weight Management
Childhood obesity is a serious and prevalent health problem, affecting about 13.7 million kids ages 2-19.
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Circumcision
If you have just welcomed a baby boy into this world, you may be thinking about having him circumcised.
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Prenatal Consultation
Attending a prenatal meet and greet before the birth of your baby allows you to build a trusting relationship with your child’s future health care providers.
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Sick Visits
It can be difficult to see your child feeling nauseous, fatigued, congested, or otherwise unwell.
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Adolescent Medicine
Adolescents go through many physical, mental, and emotional changes between ages 10 and 18.
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Well Child Visit
Without guidance from a trusted pediatrician, it can be difficult to tell whether or not your child is on track with normal growth and development.
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Lab Tests
Waiting days for lab results when your child is sick is a frustration no parent should have to deal with.
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Flu Shots
Influenza can be serious — even life-threatening — for young children.
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Insurance We Accept
All of the Insurances are for PPO, EPO, POS, HMO & Medicaid Plans Self Pay options available! If you don’t see your insurance listed, please contact our office.
What people say
Our Patients Say It Best
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LOCATIONs
Two Convenient Offices To Serve You
Nevada Pediatric Specialists serves families across the Las Vegas valley from two convenient locations. Whether you’re in Las Vegas or Henderson, expert pediatric care is close to home. Both offices offer our full range of services, with same-day and walk-in appointments available six days a week.
NEVADA PEDIATRIC SPECIALISTS,
LAS VEGAS
3201 S Maryland Pkwy Suite 608,
Las Vegas, NV 89109
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24 Hour Pediatric Nurse Advice for established patients only
Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
Saturday – Sunday: Closed
NEVADA PEDIATRIC SPECIALISTS,
Henderson
880 Seven Hills Dr Suite 100,
Henderson, NV 89052
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24 Hour Pediatric Nurse Advice for established patients only
Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
Saturday – Sunday: Closed