Frederick Pediatric Associates

My LO had been going to this office since he was born but I’d grown increasingly dissatisfied with Dr. Chea. She has a nice bedside manner but otherwise her attitude was strangely between nonchalant and over reactive. We had to prod her for a medicated cream to clear up the rash G had for months instead of her solution that we try a Similac formula when I was clear I’m not comfortable with commercial formulas. Also, we were constantly referred to specialists for minor issues without really any explanation.
Because of this, I decided to visit another local pediatric office to see how we fit and asked for a copy of G’s records to be sent there. He was scheduled for a routine checkup but before the appointment he came down with a cold. Since he hadn’t been to the new practice yet, I called FPA for a sick appointment. I was told that since I’d requested a copy of his records be sent to another practice, his chart had been closed and FPA would no longer see him. REALLY? Talk about taking it personally that I want a second opinion, LOL! I’ve talked to plenty of moms and it’s common practice to shop around for a pediatrician that you feel is the best fit for your family. Not to mention they never told me G’s chart would be closed if I sought a visit elsewhere. Needless to say, good riddance! I’m glad I followed my gut and am taking G to another practice.
The only reason I gave FPA a second star is for Cindy the NP/​lactation consultant. She has a wonderful, gentle way with the babies and I had complete confidence in her. No wonder she’s booked far in advance. There is another nurse whose name I don’t know (appeared to be of Caribbean descent) that usually took G’s vitals who was also warm and friendly.