Pediatric services
Sick Visits
Appointments for everyday illnesses like fever, ear pain, cough, sore throat, rashes and stomach bugs.
If your child is sick, call the office at (917) 832-6562 to schedule a sick visit. Dr. Ilyayeva examines your child, explains what's going on and makes a plan with you. For emergencies, call 911.
Who it's for
Children and teens with new symptoms such as fever, cough, ear pain, sore throat, rash, vomiting, diarrhea, pink eye or minor injuries.
What happens at the visit
- Questions about the symptoms and how long they've lasted
- A physical exam focused on the problem
- Quick tests in the office if your child needs them, such as a rapid strep test or a rapid flu test
- Earwax removal in the office when wax blocks the ear
- A clear plan: home care, medicine if needed, and what to watch for
- Guidance on when your child can return to school or daycare
How to prepare
- Note when symptoms started, the highest temperature and how it was taken.
- Bring a list of medicines you've given, with doses and times.
- Bring the insurance card.
When to contact the office
Call as early in the day as you can. We'll tell you if there's an opening today. Same-day visits aren't guaranteed, so please call before you come in. Call sooner if symptoms are getting worse, your child isn't drinking, or you're worried.
When to get urgent help
Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room if your child is struggling to breathe, has blue lips, is unresponsive or very hard to wake, has a seizure, or you think it's an emergency. A baby 3 months or younger with a rectal temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher needs to be checked by a doctor right away. Also call the office right away if a child of any age has a fever and looks very ill, is unusually drowsy or very fussy, or has a stiff neck, an unexplained rash, or repeated vomiting or diarrhea.
This page is general information based on guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) (AAP: Fever, when to call the pediatrician, AAP: Fever and your baby, AAP: When your child needs emergency medical services, AAP: Ear infections). Medical reviewer: Dr. Irina Ilyayeva, MD (reviewed periodically). It isn't medical advice. Call us at (917) 832-6562 with questions about your child.
Our approach
We explain what we find in plain language and recommend antibiotics and other medicines only when they will help.
Insurance
Coverage depends on your child's plan. See our insurance page and check your child's benefits with your insurer.
Frequently asked questions
Can my child be seen today?
We'll tell you if there's an opening today. Same-day visits aren't guaranteed, so please call before you come in. Call (917) 832-6562 early in the day.
Should I go to urgent care or the pediatrician?
For most everyday illnesses, call us first; we know your child's history. For emergencies, call 911.
What if my child gets sick after hours?
Call the office; after hours, calls are answered and messages are taken. See after-hours care.
Do all ear infections need antibiotics?
Not always. Some get better on their own. Dr. Ilyayeva will check and explain the options for your child.
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Schedule a sick visit
Call the office to book.