Puberty Center - Independence, MO
Independence Pediatrician Doctors for PubertyType of Physician: Pediatrician What is a Pediatrician? A certification by the Board of Pediatrics. Practitioners are concerned with the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth to young adulthood. Pediatric care encompasses a wide range of health services, from preventive health care to the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. The pediatrician understands the constantly changing status of his/her patients due to growth and development and the consequent changing standards of normal for age. Specialty: Pediatrics Common Name: Children's Doctor Pediatrician Doctors in Independence * Cockerell & Mcintosh Pediatrics  Cockerell & Mcintosh Pediatrics  Cockerell & Mcintosh Pediatrics  Cockerell & Mcintosh Pediatrics  Cockerell & Mcintosh Pediatrics  Cockerell & Mcintosh Pediatrics  Cockerell & Mcintosh Pediatrics  Cockerell & Mcintosh Pediatrics  Cockerell & Mcintosh Pediatrics  Gerhard W Cibis MD PC  Gerhard W Cibis MD PC  Gerhard W Cibis MD PC  Gerhard W Cibis MD PC  Gerhard W Cibis MD PC  Independence Pediatrics PC Inc  Independence Pediatrics PC Inc  Independence Pediatrics PC Inc  Independence Pediatrics PC Inc  Independence Pediatrics PC Inc  Independence Pediatrics PC Inc  Independence Pediatrics PC Inc  Lakewood Medical Pavilion  Summit Pediatrics  Swope Health Services  Summit Pediatrics  Summit Pediatrics  Samuel U Rodgers Comm Hlth Cntr  Northland Pediatric Associates  Blue Springs Pediatrics  Northland Pediatric Associates  Fernando Fernandez MD  Northland Pediatric Associates  Northland Pediatric Associates  Northland Pediatric Associates  Blue Springs Pediatrics  Northland Pediatric Associates  Healthcare For Children  Healthcare For Children  Healthcare For Children  Healthcare For Children  Lee's Summit Physicians Group  Lee's Summit Physicians Group  Lee's Summit Physicians Group  Lee's Summit Physicians Group  Lee's Summit Physicians Group  Lee's Summit Physicians Group  Lee's Summit Physicians Group  Lee's Summit Physicians Group  Lee's Summit Physicians Group  Lee's Summit Physicians Group  Lee's Summit Physicians Group  Lee's Summit Physicians Group  Lee's Summit Physicians Group  Lee's Summit Physicians Group  Lee's Summit Physicians Group  Lee's Summit Physicians Group  Lee's Summit Physicians Group  Lee's Summit Physicians Group  Lee's Summit Physicians Group  Pediatric Associates  Preferred Pediatrics  Pediatric Associates  Pediatric Associates  Preferred Pediatrics  Pediatric Associates  Pediatric Associates  Preferred Pediatrics  Pediatric Associates  Tenney Pediatric/Adolescent Med  Hospital Hill Medical Pavilion  Tenney Pediatric/Adolescent Med  Gastroenterology/Liver Care Ctr  Developmental & Behavioral Sci  Developmental & Behavioral Sci  Children's Mercy Hosp Pulmonary  Childrens Mercy Hospital Nntlgy  Childrens Mercy Hosp Hem Onc  Childrens Mercy Hospital Nntlgy  Developmental & Behavioral Sci  Childrens Mercy Hospital Nntlgy  Developmental & Behavioral Sci  Childrens Mercy Hospital Nntlgy  Childrens Mercy Hospital Rheu  Childrens Mercy Hosp Pediatrics  Children's Mercy Toxicology  Childrens Mercy Hosp Devel Mntl  Kansas City Pediatrics Group  TP Children & Teen Care  Childrens Mercy Hospital Nntlgy  Childrens Mercy Hosp Pediatrics  Developmental & Behavioral Sci  Childrens Mercy Hospital Clin  Pediatric Professionals  Pediatric Professionals  Pediatric Professionals  Pediatric Care Center  Pediatric Care Center  Childrens Mercy Clinics Brdwy  Pediatric Care Center  Childrens Mercy Hsp Clnc Pdtrcs Independence, MissouriUpcoming Local Events2013-05-19
2013-05-27
2013-06-08
2013-06-08
2013-06-29
2013-07-20
2013-08-02
2013-08-18
2013-09-11
2013-09-14
PubertyPuberty facts
Other Related Puberty ArticlesEmergency Contact for Independence
Nearby Independence Hospitals *Centerpoint Medical Center Two Rivers Behavior Health Syst VA Medical Center North Kansas City Hospital Center For Behavioral Medicine Swope Ridge Geriatric Center Truman Medical Center-Lakewood Truman Medical Ctr- Hosp Hill Childrens Mercy Hospital St Marys Medical Center Research Psychiatric Center Research Medical Center Saint Luke's Hospital Research Med Ctr Brookside Camp Rainbow Mental Health Facility Saint Luke's East-Lee's Summit University Of Kansas Hospital Crittenton Children's Center Kindred Hospital Kindred Hospital Northland Liberty Hospital Lee's Summit Medical Center Saint Joseph Medical Center Kansas City Orthopaedic Inst Saint Luke's Northland Hospital Shawnee Mission Medical Ctr Inc Doctors Hospital Heartland Spine & Specialty Hos Specialty Hospital Mid-America Children's Mercy Hospital South Mid America Rehabilitation Hosp Menorah Medical Center Saint Luke's South Hospital Overland Park Regional Med Ctr Providence Medical Center Select Specialty Hospital Belton Regional Medical Center Excelsior Springs Hospital Saint Luke's Northland Hospital Ray County Memorial Hospital Olathe Medical Center Lansing Correctional Facility Dwight Eisenhower VA Med Cntr Lafayette Reg Hlth Ctr Saint John Hospital Cass Regional Medical Center Cushing Memorial Hospital Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hosp Featured Articles*Provider Directory Terms of Use: The WebMD 'Provider Directory' is provided by WebMD for use by the general public as a quick reference of information about Providers. The Provider Directory is not intended as a tool for verifying the credentials, qualifications, or abilities of any Provider contained therein. Inclusion in the Provider Directory does not imply recommendation or endorsement nor does omission in the Provider Directory imply WebMD disapproval. |
Suggested Reading on Puberty by Our Doctors
-
Related Diseases & Conditions
36 articles-
Anemia
- Anemia is the condition of having less than the normal number of red blood cells or less than the normal quantity of hemoglobin in the blood. The oxygen-carrying
-
Diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2)
- Diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition characterized by high levels of sugar (glucose) in the blood. The two types of diabetes are referred to as type
-
Ingrown Hair
- Ingrown hairs may be caused by improper shaving, waxing or blockage of the hair follicle. Symptoms and signs of ingrown hairs include itching, tenderness,
-
Scoliosis
- Scoliosis causes an abnormal curvature of the spine. When the cause of scoliosis is unknown the disorder is described based on the age when the scoliosis
-
Gynecomastia
- Gynecomastia, an enlargement of the gland tissue in the male breast is the caused by an imbalance of hormones. Certain medical conditions may also lead
-
Acne (Pimples)
- Acne is a localized skin inflammation as a result of overactivity of oil glands at the base of hair follicles. This inflammation, depending on its location,
-
Cystic Fibrosis
- Cystic fibrosis is a disease of the mucus and sweat glands. Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disease. The outcome of the disease leaves the body malnourished,
-
Myasthenia Gravis
- Myasthenia gravis, a chronic autoimmune neuromuscular disease. Varying degrees of weakness of the voluntary muscles of the body are the main characteristics.
-
Hair Loss
- There are many causes of scalp hair loss. This featured article covers the common ones such as patchy hair loss (alopecia areata, trichotillomania, and
-
Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Women (STDs)
- Sexually transmitted diseases, or STDs, are infections that are transmitted during any type of sexual exposure, including intercourse (vaginal or anal),
-
Lymphedema
- Lymphedema is a condition in which one or more extremities become swollen as the result of an impaired flow of the lymphatic system. There are two types
-
Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Men (STDs in Men)
- Sexually transmitted diseases, or STDs, are infections that are transmitted during any type of sexual exposure, including intercourse (vaginal or anal),
-
Iron Deficiency
- Iron is a mineral our bodies need. Iron deficiency is a condition resulting from not enough iron in the body. It is the most common nutritional deficiency
-
Bone Fracture (Broken Bone)
- Fractures occur when bone cannot withstand the outside forces applied to the bone. Fractures can be open or closed. Types of fractures include: greenstick,
-
Excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis)
- Hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating of the underarms, palms, or soles of the feet. Treatment may involve over-the-counter antiperspirants, prescription
-
Breast (Anatomy and Function)
- The breast generally refers to the chest, however, more specifically, to the mammary gland. The mammary gland is a milk producing gland comprised largely
-
Turner Syndrome
- Turner syndrome is an inherited chromosomal condition affecting women. Women with Turner syndrome do not have ovarian function, and features of the syndrome
-
Sprains and Strains
- An injury to a ligament is called a sprain, and an injury to muscle or tendon is called a strain. Sprains and strains may be caused by repetitive movements
-
Gum Disease
- Gum disease is caused by plaque and may result in tooth loss without proper treatment. Symptoms and signs of gum disease (gingivitis or periodontal disease)
-
Steroid Abuse
- Anabolic steroids are synthetic substances that are related to testosterone and promote skeletal muscle growth and the development of male sexual characteristics
-
Poland Syndrome
- Poland syndrome is a congenital malformation that affects one side of the body. Characteristics of Poland syndrome include the absence or underdevelopment
-
Alpha Thalassemia
- Alpha thalassemia is a disorder in which the alpha globin protein is underproduced. There are two pairs of genes that carry the code for the alpha chains
-
Menstruation
- Menstruation (menstrual cycle) is also referred to as a "period." When a woman menstruates, the lining of the uterus is shed. This shedding of the uterine
-
Prader-Willi Syndrome
- Prader-Willi syndrome is a condition characterized by severe floppiness (hypotonia), poor growth, delayed development, and poor feeding problems in early
-
Gilbert Syndrome
- Gilbert syndrome is a benign genetic condition that causes abnormal breakdown of bilirubin, a compound that is formed when hemoglobin from red blood cells
-
Childhood Obesity
- Fast food consumption and lack of exercise are just a couple of causes of childhood obesity. Health effects of childhood obesity include type 2 diabetes,
-
Hemophilia
- Hemophilia is one of a group of inherited bleeding disorders. Hemophilia A and B are inherited in an X-linked recessive genetic pattern and is more common
-
Masturbation
- Just about everybody masturbates. Masturbation itself is the self-stimulation of the male or female genitals to achieve sexual pleasure or arousal to the
-
Thymoma
- Thymoma is an uncommon cancer of the thymus gland. Many thymomas are asymptomatic. When symptoms do occur, they include chest pain, shortness of breath,
- See All Related Diseases & Conditions »
-
Anemia
-
Medications
1 articles -
Procedures & Tests
0 articles -
Pictures, Images & Quizzes
3 articles -
Doctor's & Expert's Views
0 articles -
Health News
19 articles -
Health Features
2 articles
