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Born and raised in California, I came to the south and fell in love with this area and the people who live here. I have lived in Georgia for the past 13 years. I don't have a lot of awards and publications, I'm just a simple pediatrician who loves what I do. I think I make a difference because I care.
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Pediatrics
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A 19-year-old member asked:
Dr. April Hartmananswered
Pediatrics 28 years experience
Don't worry: Despite the fact that most babies will walk by a year old, we do not consider it abnormal unless she is not meeting her milestones. Does she crawl? Do... Read More
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Changing bottles: Most bottle will start to look worn after going through the dishwasher for a few months but it is more important to change the nipples especially if t... Read More
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ADHD: In 2011 11% of kids were diagnosed with adhd. We are not sure if its more common or just being recognized more. Nevada has the lowest incidence accord... Read More
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Childrens vitamins: Children's vitamins have been formulated to give the recommended doses for them. An adult has different needs. If you have a problem swallowing a pill... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Strattera (atomoxetine): Strattera (atomoxetine) is not used for weight loss. It treats adhd and one part of adhd is impulsiveness. Often people who are on adhd meds will lose... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
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Feeding: Every time anyone eats before the stomach empties starts the digestive process over again and your stomach never gets a break. Your baby needs to go a... Read More
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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ADHD: I'm not sure how old you are but i believe in being straight forward and honest. So sit your parents down and tell them why you think you have adhd, h... Read More
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Infections: You really cannot tell the difference because viral and bacterial infections can start out the same, fever, cough and congestion, etc. If your child l... Read More
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Itchy scalp: Two things come to mind right off, head lice and ringworm. If the sores are round with raised edges and her hair is falling out it is probably ringwor... Read More
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Booster Vaccines: If you have stayed up to date on your immunizations you shouldn't need anything except possibly a tdap(tetanus booster). If you have not had a hpv (pr... Read More
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Cough and congestion: Its kind of hard to answer the question without knowing the age of the child. A 2 month old might be having reflux, a 2 year old may have allergies. A... Read More
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ADHD: For people with adhd medication can make a big difference but it is not indicated for everyone. If it has been suggested for you, ask yourself, what d... Read More
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Feeding: You want to give a well balanced diet with whole grain carbs, fruits and vegetables just like you eat. Since all the teeth are not in yet you do need ... Read More
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Ignore: Sticky Fingers
Wide eyed excitement
Experience the joy
Don't forget to laugh with your child!
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Severe ADHD: If the meds make no difference i would question the diagnosis. However there has been some success in doing diets high in protein and low in carbs. Th... Read More
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Ignore: Most girls will start having a period 3 to 5 years after developing breasts.
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Rabies: There are no vaccines given to prevent rabies, however, if you have been exposed to rabies by the bite of a rabid animal or one that is known to carry... Read More
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Melatonin: In children with sleep disorders the usual dose is 3 to 5mg at bedtime. Melatonin is a hormone and it us unknown how it might interact with other horm... Read More
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Board certification: Board certification in any specialty, including pediatrics, means the physician has completed a residency in that specialty (usually 3-5 years) and ha... Read More
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Spitting up: If he is gaining weight, growing, and having regular stools - no worry. Breastfed babies tend to overeat because they like the closeness, warmth and f... Read More
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ADD: Sometimes your body can adjust to medications especially if you have been on them for a long time. Talk to your doctor about trying a different type o... Read More
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Breast to bottle: His weight is 20th percentile and height is 25th percentile. This means he is a good weight for his height just small for his age. When starting the b... Read More
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Weight: You should weigh about 175 to 190 in order to keep your bmi (basal metabolic index) between 21 to 24%. If you have a lot of muscle you may weigh more ... Read More
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ADD: There are usually questions and forms the doctor will have you fill out to see if you have add. There are other things that can mimick add so it is im... Read More
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Recognition: At 1 week of age a baby will turn towards the sound of a mothers voice, at 1 month he will smile at a face that is smiling at him, at 4 months a baby ... Read More
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Ignore: Stand firm, be a parent. They have enough friends.
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Sleep: Develop a bedtime routine - bath, story or song, then bed at the same time every night in his own bed. His last nap of the day should end no later tha... Read More
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ADD: ADD/ADHD does tend to run in families but not always. If a parent has a mental illness it is more likely but not definite that a child may have one a... Read More
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Abuse: Its not easy to share something this personal. I would advise you to find someone you can trust. You may need to seek professional help if no one clos... Read More
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Stopping medications: Talk to your mom and doctor about a trial off medications. If you ask them to give you one month to show that you can do well without the medications,... Read More
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Ignore: Music is processed differently than speech so teaching with music can work better than a lecture.
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ADD, ADHD: Both have symptoms of inattention, inability to focus or stay on task, starting things but never finishing them, procrastination, inability to retain ... Read More
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ADHD treatment: ADHD is usually treated with stimulants like Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) or concerta. It depends on the age of the child and ... Read More
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ADHD: Adhd is a mental diagnosis but doesn't have to be a disability if properly treated. The goal is to use medication to enable the person to function nor... Read More
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Distilled water: Pure distilled water is best. The minerals are filtered out and may clog your filter on the CPAP requiring you to change the filter more often or mayb... Read More
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Feeding: Stage 1 baby foods are usually started between 4 and 6 months old. Table foods (yogurt) are typically started after 6 months old but can be ok sooner.... Read More
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Fever: Fever is not always a bad thing.Most childhood illnesses are caused by viruses and they are killed by high temperatures so her body is doing the righ... Read More
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Bug bites: Unless you see the insect bite him you will not be able to tell. You can prevent them by using bug repellents if he is over 6 months old. Natural prod... Read More
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ADHD medications: If someone takes a stimulant (adderall, etc) who has not been diagnosed with adhd it gives a feeling of being invincible, hyper-attentive, on top of t... Read More
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Fever: Fever can be scary but it is actually one of your body's best defenses against disease. If she has a ear infection the pain and fever should resolve w... Read More
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Thrush: Some babies will get what we call thrush. This is a yeast infection of the mouth that can cause a thick white layer on the tongue that will not wipe o... Read More
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Ignore: Breastfeeding burns an extra 1500 calories a day and is a great way to lose baby weight.
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Diagnosis of ADHD: A psychologist, psychiatrist or physician can make the diagnosis of adhd.
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Ignore: 7.3 million Americans are vegetarian and of those 1 million are vegans.
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Unknown Ingestion: Anytime your child takes any medication that has not been prescribed for him you should call poison control. You should have the name, dose, and how m... Read More
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Overdose: Call poison control right now. They will calculate how much he got according to his weight and they will tell you what you need to do and what symptom... Read More
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Video: If you go to www.Stlouischildrens.Org and search craniosynostosis they have a really nice video. Not all surgeries are the same but this is a good exa... Read More
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Spoiled milk: Once you mix powder formula it is good for about 2 hours at room temperature and 4 hours in the fridge. When the baby's milk mixes with the stomach en... Read More
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Concerta: Concerta is in the class of medications we call methylphenidates and is effective for the treatment of adhd. It is long acting (8-10 hours) and helps ... Read More
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Erythema Toxicum: There are several rashes that are common in the newborn period, this is one of them. It looks bad because it is a red splotch with a little white pust... Read More
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Dr. Hartman is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Meharry Medical College School of Medicine, TN
Graduated 1998MD
Residency
Medical College of Georgia
Completed 2001
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