Dr. Sara Gonzalez
Pediatrics
New Bedford, MA
14 years experience female
Locations
Saint Luke's Hospital
New Bedford, MA
About
Bio
I am a pediatric hospitalist and completed a fellowship in global pediatric healthcare delivery. During the fellowship I spent 12 months working with Partners in Health, an NGO, in St Marc, Haiti. My areas of interest include quality improvement and neonatal resuscitation/care in low-resource settings.
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Pediatrics
Languages spoken
English
Doctor Q&A
75 Answers
61 Agrees
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Maybe: If someone swallows anything sharp, such as pencil "lead", there is a chance of perforating the esophagus or creating an injury that can get infected.... Read More
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Call poison control: I would recommend going to the emergency room or calling poison control to know whether your child needs any treatment for drinking the washing liquid... Read More
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Yes: Diphtheria is highly contagious and possibly deadly disease. You and anyone else exposed to your sick daughter need a course of antibiotics such as Er... Read More
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Giardia?: If you have had more than 14 days of diarrhea, cramping, or other GI distress, you may have giardia - an illness that can be detected and treated by y... Read More
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Different diseases : Yes, they are different diseases. Having one will not create immunity to the other.
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Yes: Unless your doctor instructs you otherwise, it is perfectly safe to continue having intercourse when pregnant.
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Not necessarily: The different cow's milk based formulas are all very similar in composition. It would be very unusual for one brand to cause problems when another did... Read More
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Septo-opticDysplasia: De morsier syndrome is also known as septo-optic dysplasia, an underdevelopment of the optic nerve and absence of a midline part of the brain. It can ... Read More
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Body odor : Adolescents should start using deodorant when they begin having body odor. Usually this will be within a short time of beginning to develop "adult hai... Read More
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Abnormal: Keeping hands closed in fists may be an indication of a problem with the nerves or muscles. This is something that you should consult a pediatrician a... Read More
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When he wants more!: Pay attention to your baby's cues - there is no magic age cutoff for advancing feedings. Rather, you will notice when your baby wants to eat more freq... Read More
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A 29-year-old female asked:
Y feed babies solids at 6 months if they are fine starting at 4? and used to feed at 4 for centuries
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New data: We have the advantage of living in a modern age of information; we now know that babies do just as well - in fact, better - if feeding of solid foods ... Read More
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Maybe abnormal : This may be normal or it could be a sign your baby is working too hard to eat. See your pediatrician to review your baby's growth and overall health. ... Read More
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Lower dose: Children's Claritin is just half the dose of the adult variety. It may be easier (and less expensive!) to just break the adult tablet in half. If it e... Read More
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No: Many 13 year olds wish that one body part or another looked differently than it does. Society sets unreal expectations of how women's bodies should lo... Read More
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Fever: It sounds like your child has a fever. You can try giving her a dose of children's tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin to help, but look out for other p... Read More
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Nasal saline: Cold medicines are not recommended for kids under six. Fortunately, you can use nasal saline to help with congestion and cough from mucus. Spray or pu... Read More
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Choice: Your choice will be respected. You will usually be provided some formula at the hospital but will be obliged to buy it after that. Formula is expensiv... Read More
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Yes: This may be a yeast rash. See your doctor if lotrimin (clotrimazole) is not helping. You can also try to keep the area clean and dry. If possible, let... Read More
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Bedbugs?: Difficult to say without seeing the bites, but bed bug bites can appear after sleeping. If you are concerned, see your doctor to get their opinion.
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Both: This is not an either/or dilemma. Both local community health and global health are vitally important to improve. It would be wrong to ignore one at t... Read More
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No: This type of wound is not at high risk for tetanus. She should continue to receive all routinely recommended vaccines as scheduled.
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Unnecessary: A baby does not need lemon or any other juices. To answer your question I do not know of any effect that lemon juice has on the stomach of babies.
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Metabolic syndrome : You may have metabolic syndrome. See your doctor to see whether this or other conditions account for the symptoms you describe.
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Yes: As long as he can chew it properly, you can give your child pineapple at this age.
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Counseling: This sounds like something that a skillful counselor or psychologist can help you work through. You don't mention specifically what is making you feel... Read More
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You: You can substitute apple sauce for part or all of the oil in a baking recipe such as boxed cake mix.
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OTC vs prescription: Over the counter medications such as Miconazole generally have excellent effectiveness when used as directed. Oral Fluconazole is another option, but ... Read More
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No: It should not affect your baby, no.
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Yes: It is normal to get a "booster" tetanus shot every 5-10 years. This helps maintain your immunity. Some tetanus vaccines also have pertussis vaccine, a... Read More
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It depends. : Testing may be 100% covered by insurance or may be something you need to pay for. Some basic pen-and-paper tests can be done by a non-specialist like ... Read More
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No: A cobb angle of 5 degrees indicates very minor curvature of the spine. This can be followed up by x-ray but given her age it is very unlikely to progr... Read More
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Higher risk: Children of parents with psychiatric conditions such as bipolar disorder have a higher risk of having a psychiatric condition themselves, but it is no... Read More
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Pinworms, hemorrhoid: Nighttime anal itching can be a sign of pinworms. See your doctor for help with diagnosis and treatment. Minor bleeding like you described may be from... Read More
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Not necessarily : Pale stools may point to a liver problem or can be a normal variant. Consult your pediatrician, who can assess your son's overall health and can help ... Read More
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See your doctor: Congratulations on deciding to stop taking the medications you have described. Both can be helpful short-term but many people find they become physica... Read More
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Probably normal: If your baby's poop is hard, that may be the cause of her crying. If so, giving 1-2 oz fruit juice, such as prune juice or apple juice, once a day can... Read More
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Online resources: This is a manageable condition with the right support. Websites such as g6pddeficiency.Org can provide lists of foods/medications to avoid, as well as... Read More
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It's possible: Many women experience diarrhea when they get their periods. It's due to the hormonal and chemical changes that go on in the body during that time. Se... Read More
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No: There is no evidence that children of gay or lesbian parents have any higher or lower chance of being gay.
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No test: These is no test available to test for homosexuality. May i recommend talking with him instead? Reassure him that as your son you will always love him... Read More
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Don't: Don't be afraid to discuss end-of-life wishes with your loved one.
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No: Programs to "convert" or "cure" homosexuality have widely been discredited. The largest organization in the us that performed these "conversions" rece... Read More
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Why not?: At his age, not taking medication is not an option. That said, he may have a valid reason for not wanting to take the medication. Does it taste bad? M... Read More
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Small changes add up: While vegetables and exercise are important, you can begin with small changes. Drinks provide "hidden" calories - by cutting out juice, soda, or other... Read More
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4 ounces or less: You can give your daughter 4 ounces or less per day of any juice, including orange juice, but it would be more beneficial to give her the actual fruit... Read More
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Today!: Walking post-operatively is healthy and can actually encourage healing, as long as your doctor has not specifically advised you not to walk. Check wit... Read More
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Jun 20, 2013
Great responses. Precise.
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Gonzalez is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Gonzalez is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine, CA
Graduated 2008MD
Residency
GEISINGER MEDICAL CENTER
Awards
Top Pediatrician, First Place, Massachusetts - Summer
2013
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