Looking for a New Pediatrician for My Girls

Updated on January 25, 2010
T.M. asks from Plano, TX
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Hi mommas,

I need some Pediatrician recommendations in the East Plano, Murphy, Wylie area. Our current doctor is nice, but she's not a mom and gets stressed every time we come in. I have three kids under the age of 4, making for chaotic visits and I need a doctor that can handle the chaos. (My kids are sweet well behaved kids most of the time, but if one's upset or even if they're just all talking she gets stressed out and starts repremanding them.) Anyways, this is what I'm looking for.

I'd really like a doctor who will talk to you over the phone. I don't mind leaving a message and waiting, but I'd like someone who makes the time for their patients.

I'd love a doctor who will diagnose and give a prescription over the phone when possible. I know this is not common practice anymore and I'm not trying to get out of paying them, but with three little ones, it would be nice to not have to take them to the germ infested doctor's office if I can avoid it.

I'd also like someone who is willing to see all three kids at the same time when neccessary. All three of them are sick right now, and I really don't want to make two trips to the dr's office.

And last, I'd like someone who has at least one kid. I think my doctor is very qualified, but it's very hard for someone who is not used to the chaos of kids to focus when three kids are making noises. I need someone who can have a conversation with me with out requiring all my kids to be silent.

Thanks in advance for all your help!!!!

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So What Happened?

Thank you to those of you who gave me suggestions! We have an appointment with Dr. Mathieu and are very excited about meeting him.

Just to set the record straight, my kids are very well behaved at the doctor's office. They sit in the chairs, use please and thank you and stay right with me when I let them walk. They were reprimanded for talking (using inside voices) to each other while the doctor was talking to me about the baby. She wanted them to sit silently so she could talk to me. They're 3 yr, 2 yr and 9 months, and personally I think silence after waiting for over 1/2 an hour in an examination room is too much to ask of little ones. I realize that there are times when a phone consultation is not appropriate, but would like to have the ability to speak with the doctor over the phone and I would gladly pay for their time.

Thank you again!

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R.O.

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I'm kind of perplexed on how to answer this question. There are times when your children have to have good behavior and show respect for the situation. Being in Church is an example of showing reverence as respect. Children have to learn this. The waiting room is a place to go nuts, or keep them in the car with a book or video. I'm in the healthcare field and people just don't make their kiddos behave like they should. You are the parent and you are in charge.
As for the Rx over the phone-you are asking for bad medicine. You NEVER want drugs over the phone. You are asking for poor service. You pay a doctor for his expertise and he can't give it accurately over the phone. You are doing a diservice to your children for the conveniece of not going in for a visit. This is a huge problem with helathcare today. You pay a doctor for care.....you pay a doctor for his knowledge..... we are so lucky to have this option in the USA... we get care. I'm sorry but this is a classic stereotype of moms with young kiddos..... Mom wants it convenient for her.
I'm not being judgemental towards you at all, and I've been there. This phase is short lived, and you will be so glad you gave your kiddos the best care by taking them in to be seen and heard by a doctor. You want someone smart, and that may be putting personality 2nd. Insurance companies (NOT the doc) are the ones who won't pay for the visit if it's more than one child. Blame them.
Wash ur kids hands all the time and feed them with solid nutrition. They won't have to go to see the doc all the time. Get a sitter and take the sick one only. Go to urgent care at night wen your husband can watch the other kiddos. Hang with them at home for a few extra days to make sure they don't have a virus that may just run it's course.
Try a family doc, they are easier to get in to see-you don't need a Pediatrician over age 1.

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R.F.

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Mathieu, Reese A MD
Phone: ###-###-####

I've used Dr. Mathieu for over 21 years for all three of my children. My 19 year old still likes going to him; so, until Dr. Mathieu tells us he's too old, we're still there. He's absolutely wonderful and just what you're looking for. Give his office a call, you'll be glad you did. He's located on the corner of Renner and Northstar in east Richardson.

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M.C.

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I don't know about the prescription over the phone part, but I take my daughter to Dr Straughn at Medical City Dallas. He has twins that are about 2, and another son who is closer to 4. I'm fairly sure he will see all your kids at the same time. Good luck!

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S.L.

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Try Dr. Steven Crow, Or Dr. Nora Randall at Richardson Pediatrics. They are the best! They are very kind and understanding I always get appointments for my daughter when I need them. They always remember us, and my sister who lives out of state and has taken her daughter to see them a couple of times.

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M.L.

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If you are at all interested in driving to Allen, we go to Raintree Pediatrics and see Amber Holifield,P.A. I have one toddler and call them ALL the time- they are so quick to respond and Amber truly listens.

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