What To Expect: Our
practice does not perform what is commonly referred to as a Sports
Physical. We will perform a Annual Physical or Well Check Exam, which
will provide us all the information necessary to sign medical release
forms for schools and sports teams.
The Learning Program at The Pediatric Center
Kathleen Allen, MA, LPC Licensed Counselor
Margaret Duly, LCSW Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Helping Children, Adolecsents, College Students and Their Families.
~Services Provided~ *Individual Counseling *Family Counseling *Psycho-Educational Assessments *Organization and Study Skill Classes for Youth with ADHD/ADD *Classes for Parents of Youth with ADHD/ADD
Kathleen Allen, MA, LPC
Kathleen
Allen, M.A., LPC, received a B.A., and M.A. in Clinical Psychology from
Vanderbilt University. While in Graduate School, Kathleen worked with
chronically and terminally ill young people at Vanderbilt Children's
Hospital. For eight years she was head of Psycholocial Services at
Chirldren's Hospital in Richmond, Virgina. Since 1982, Kathleen has
worked at The Pediatric Center providing counseling and evaluative
services to children and adolescents, as well as family counseling. She
has done extensive post-graduate training in evaluation and treatment
of learning differences and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
(ADHD). Kathleen is a member of the Licensed Professional Counselors
Association of Georgia and the American Mental Health Counselors
Association.
Kathleen does psycho-educational evaluations and
individual/family counseling for The Learning Program as well as
leading classes. She attends Student Support Team, 504, and IEP
meetings. Kathleen takes referrals from physicians outside of The
Pediatric Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
By The Pediatric Center
THE PEDIATRIC CENTER OF STONE MOUNTAIN, LLC
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (F.A.Q.)
What is a Well Check? ---
This type of appointment is for a routine visit to review with the
doctor your child?s growth and development. It is scheduled in advance
and covers physical issues such as weight, height and immunizations as
well as mental issues like school performance and behavior.
How long will I be in the office for a Well Check? ---
Usually a Well Check will involve about 1 hour of your time in the
office. This is because your child will be measured and there will be
forms to complete before you see the doctor. There may also be shots or
lab tests after the doctor finishes. Please be aware that the
appointment time we state is the time we plan for you to begin with the
doctor, so get to our office about 15 minutes early to be ready on
time.
How much time will I spend with the doctor? --- Most Well Check appointments involve 15 minutes with the doctor in addition to the other actions.
Can I do the paper work before I get to the office? ---
Yes, we have our forms on our website at www.The-Pediatric-Center.com.
Just scroll down from the beginning of the page to find the section on
New Patient Paperwork. Print the forms, fill them out and bring them
with you when you come.
Can I get forms such as the preparticipation form for sports and school forms filled out at a Well Check? ---
Yes, these can be completed at the time of your visit. Please complete
the questions on the front page of the preparticipation form, because
these are used by the doctor to decide on approval for sports. The
school forms will be completed based on the results of the visit.
How many topics can I discuss with the doctor? ---
Since this is a routine visit, we expect that your child will be
healthy and doing well in school. However, we can discuss 1 or 2 other
issues of concern briefly. If a major concerns comes up, we will
suggest either a Sick Visit or an Evaluation with enough time to deal
properly with it.
What is a Sick Visit? ---
This is a visit which is planned in advance or scheduled on the same
day to deal with issues that are of concern such as fevers, cough or
wheezing. These visits are focused on one issue, and are usually
briefer than a Well Check. A longer visit might occur if your child is
wheezing and needs a nebulizer treatment.
What is an Evaluation? ---
This is a visit focused on a complex issue such as behavior problems,
illnesses that have occurred for a long time, or school problems. These
visits may take a little longer, so please tell the appointment clerk
that you have a major concern.
