Pediatric Developmental Screening Clinic Q&A

At Pedi Center Urgent Care, our team of pediatric experts is dedicated to ensuring the overall well-being and healthy development of your child. We offer comprehensive pediatric developmental assessments that evaluate your child’s physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development from birth through adolescence.
 
These thorough evaluations are essential for our pediatricians and healthcare professionals to monitor your child’s progress in these crucial areas. We utilize various methods such as direct observation of your child, interviews with you as parents or caregivers, physical and neurological exams, along standardized tests.

Our team pays close attention to your child’s growth patterns including height, weight, and head circumference. We also assess their gross and fine motor skills, as well as their speech and language development, cognitive abilities, and social and emotional functioning using standardized tests.

We place substantial emphasis on cognitive development, assessing your child’s understanding and use of language, problem-solving skills, memory, and attention span. We also evaluate your child’s social and emotional development by observing their interactions with others, their ability to understand and express emotions, and their adaptability to different situations.

Here at Pedi Center Urgent Care, our primary goal with these assessments is to identify any potential developmental delays or disorders at an early stage. Early identification allows for immediate intervention and support, which can significantly improve your child’s long-term outcomes. If a developmental delay or disorder is suspected, our healthcare professionals may recommend additional assessments.

At Pedi Center Urgent Care, we understand the significance of regular developmental assessments in tracking your child’s growth and development. These assessments are critical in identifying any potential issues that may affect your child’s physical, cognitive, emotional, and social growth.
 
At Pedi Center Urgent Care, we offer these assessments at key ages:

Infancy:
● Birth to 3 months: We assess infants for basic reflexes, motor skills, and social cues.
● 4 to 6 months: Milestones we evaluate include head control, rolling over, and vocalizations.

Early Childhood:
● 9 to 12 months: Our assessments focus on language skills, movement, and problem-solving.
● 18 to 24 months: We evaluate speech and language development, walking, and cognitive abilities.
● 30 to 36 months: We assess preschool-aged children for language proficiency, fine motor skills, and social interaction.

School Age:
● 4 to 5 years: We evaluate readiness for kindergarten, including academic and social skills.
● 6 to 8 years: We focus on cognitive development, reading and writing abilities, and behavior.

Adolescence:
● 11 to 14 years: Our assessments address physical and emotional changes, academic performance, and social relationships.

If any developmental delays or abnormalities are identified during these screenings, we ensure they are addressed and managed effectively at the earliest.

If you notice any concerns related to your child’s development at any age, it’s important to bring this to our attention. Our pediatricians are equipped to conduct developmental assessments and refer you to specialists if necessary.

At Pedi Center Urgent Care, we aim to provide benefits such as early identification of potential developmental delays or disabilities, guidance for parents and caregivers, tailor-made intervention plans to support your child’s progress, and peace of mind knowing that your child’s development is on track.

At Pedi Center Urgent Care, our developmental assessment is designed to provide a thorough evaluation of your child’s growth and progress in various areas.
 
In terms of physical development, we assess both gross motor skills, like walking and running, and fine motor skills, such as hand-eye coordination. Understanding your child’s physical abilities is crucial to ensure they are developing as expected for their age and to identify any potential issues early.

We also evaluate cognitive development, which includes intellectual abilities, problem-solving skills, memory, and the capacity to understand and process information. Our qualified healthcare professionals are trained to look for any signs of developmental delays or difficulties in these areas.

Communication is a key aspect of your child’s development, and at Pedi Center Urgent Care, we carefully evaluate both verbal and non-verbal communication skills. Our assessment includes analyzing their ability to understand language and communicate effectively through various means.

Our assessment also includes an evaluation of your child’s social and emotional development, examining their ability to form relationships, interact with others, and manage their emotions healthily. Identifying any potential issues in these areas early can help ensure your child develops strong social and emotional skills.

We also look at adaptive development, which involves your child’s everyday skills like dressing, eating, and other self-care tasks.

Lastly, we evaluate sensory processing skills, which involve your child’s ability to use their senses to understand and interact with the world. This can be particularly important for identifying any potential sensory processing disorders.

At Pedi Center Urgent Care, we understand the importance of keeping track of your child’s development. This is why we offer developmental screenings as part of our comprehensive pediatric services. With a team of experienced medical professionals, we are equipped to identify early signs of developmental delays or disorders in your child.
 
During your child’s routine check-up, our healthcare providers may conduct a developmental screening. This process involves speaking with you about your child’s behaviors, activities, milestones, and medical history, followed by direct observation and interaction with your child to assess their progress in key developmental areas.

Our healthcare providers are skilled in evaluating a range of skills, including gross and fine motor skills, language and communication abilities, cognitive skills, and social and emotional skills. Our team utilizes standardized tests and checklists to compare your child’s developmental abilities to those of other children in the same age group, helping to identify areas where your child may be experiencing difficulties.

Following the screening at our Pedi Center Urgent Care, we will discuss the results with you. If a potential developmental delay or disorder is identified, we may recommend further assessments such as psychological testing, speech and language evaluations, occupational therapy assessments, or physical examinations. For more information, contact us or schedule an appointment online. We are located at Niles Street, Wible Road Bakersfield CA, and Fresno CA. We serve patients from Bakersfield CA, Maltha CA, Kayandee CA, Fresno CA, Burness CA, Clovis CA, Panama CA, Alameda CA, and surrounding areas.