Camilla Gupta, MD is a Pediatrician practicing at her clinic in Corpus Christi, TX. As a trusted local provider on kellysearch.com, she is registered with The Texas Medical Board and practices under the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Physicians - Medical Practice Act). She is dedicated to providing comprehensive Pediatric care, recognizing that general pediatricians are a child's primary healthcare partner, offering continuous care from infancy through young adulthood. This includes managing routine well-child visits, common illnesses, chronic conditions, and coordinating specialist care as needed to ensure optimal health and development for infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
Dr. Gupta is a Board Certified Pediatrician by the American Board of Pediatrics and is affiliated with Driscoll Childrens Hospital and Iowa Health Care. She is currently welcoming new patients. Dr. Gupta's approach to care is rooted in collaborative, evidence-based medicine, fostering a supportive environment where patients and their families feel heard and empowered in their healthcare decisions. She offers consultations in Spanish. To schedule an appointment, please call (361) 853-3222.
A strong patient-provider partnership is the foundation of effective healthcare. Dr. Gupta is committed to being a partner in your health journey, focusing on practical strategies to protect your health and well-being.
Dr. Gupta's comprehensive approach to pediatric care prioritizes a strong patient-family partnership. She provides continuous, personalized care from infancy through young adulthood, addressing routine well-child visits, common illnesses, and chronic conditions. Her practice integrates evidence-based medicine with compassionate communication to ensure optimal health and development for each child, while seamlessly coordinating specialist care when necessary.
By working together, you and Dr. Gupta can create a clear, actionable plan that respects your individual needs and healthcare goals.
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As your primary healthcare provider, Dr. Gupta offers expert diagnosis and management for a wide range of common health conditions. Common areas of focus include:
- Fever: Pediatricians diagnose and treat fevers in children, figuring out what's causing the fever and providing care to help your child feel better.
- Earwax Buildup: If your child's earwax is causing problems like muffled hearing or earaches, a pediatrician can assess the situation and provide the necessary care.
- Hives: Your pediatrician can help determine the cause of your child's hives and recommend treatments to relieve itching and prevent future outbreaks.
- Bedwetting: Pediatricians help children and their families cope with bedwetting by assessing potential medical or behavioral factors and suggesting solutions like alarms, medication, or behavioral therapy.
- Ringworm: Ringworm is a common fungal infection of the skin that your pediatrician can diagnose and treat with antifungal creams or medications.
- Common Cold: Your pediatrician can diagnose and provide supportive care for your child's common cold, focusing on symptom relief and preventing secondary infections.
- Swine Flu: If your child shows signs of swine flu such as fever, cough, and muscle aches, your pediatrician can assess their condition and recommend appropriate treatment and supportive care.
- Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema): Eczema is a type of rash that makes a child's skin red, itchy, and sometimes cracked; your pediatrician can diagnose it and recommend treatments to relieve symptoms.
- Bronchiolitis: Characterized by inflammation of the small airways in the lungs, bronchiolitis is a respiratory illness mainly affecting infants and toddlers, treated and monitored by pediatricians to ensure their recovery.
- Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis): Your pediatrician can help if your child has pinkeye, a common eye infection causing redness, itching, and discharge.
- Viral Infection: Viral infections, like colds and the flu, are common in children, and pediatricians diagnose and manage these illnesses, often providing supportive care to help your child feel better.
- Constipation: Pediatricians diagnose and manage constipation in children, offering solutions like dietary changes, increased fiber and fluids, and, if needed, medication to relieve symptoms.
This list represents some of the common conditions treated. An accurate diagnosis and a personalized care plan can only be developed through a direct consultation with a qualified medical professional.
To provide comprehensive and patient-centered care, Dr. Gupta offers a range of services designed to diagnose, manage, and treat various health concerns:
- Circumcision: Circumcision is a surgical procedure that can be done shortly after birth or later in childhood; doctors will discuss the benefits and risks with parents.
- Immunization Administration: Immunization administration protects your child from many childhood illnesses through the use of vaccines.
- Wellness Examination: This preventative visit helps catch potential problems early and keeps your child healthy and thriving.
- Newborn Circumcision: Newborn circumcision is a surgical option for parents to remove their baby boy's foreskin, usually done in the first few days of life.
- Parenting Classes: Parenting classes offer support and education to help parents navigate the challenges and joys of raising children.
- Breastfeeding Counseling: Learn how to successfully breastfeed your baby with guidance from your pediatrician, covering everything from positioning to pumping.
- Primary Care for Adolescents: Adolescent primary care helps teens stay healthy through regular checkups, vaccinations, and managing any medical conditions they may have.
Service availability can change. To understand which services are appropriate for your specific health needs, please schedule a consultation to develop a personalized care plan.
All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for their professional license in Texas.
Dr. Gupta is dedicated to partnering with patients to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how proactive care can make a tangible difference in a patient's life:
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and treatment plan for her fever, a young patient felt much better within a few days, and her parents were relieved. The pediatrician's guidance helped her recover quickly and safely.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and treatment plan for earwax buildup, a young patient experienced a significant improvement in hearing and a noticeable reduction in ear pain. Their pediatrician's guidance helped them effectively manage the condition and restore their comfort.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and personalized treatment plan, a child's hives significantly subsided, allowing them to return to a normal, itch-free life. Working with the pediatrician, the family learned strategies to prevent future outbreaks.
These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results vary and depend on many factors. She will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.
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3533 S Alameda St, Corpus Christi, TX, 78411
Phone: (361) 853-3222
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6434 Saratoga Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX, 78414
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200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA, 52242
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Here are answers to some common questions about receiving Pediatric care with Dr. Gupta:
- What is the difference between a Pediatrician and a Family Medicine doctor for my child?
- Pediatricians are specialists trained exclusively in the care of children from birth through young adulthood, focusing on their physical, emotional, and social health. While family medicine doctors can also treat children, pediatricians dedicate their entire training and practice to the unique needs of children, providing deep expertise in childhood illnesses and developmental stages.
- Why are well-child visits important even if my child isn't sick?
- Well-child visits are crucial for monitoring growth and development, ensuring vaccinations are up-to-date, and performing necessary screenings. They also provide a valuable opportunity for parents to discuss any concerns about nutrition, sleep, safety, or behavior.
- How do you manage chronic conditions like asthma or food allergies?
- Dr. Gupta works with families to create personalized action plans for managing chronic conditions like asthma or food allergies. This includes managing daily medications, providing prescriptions for emergency medications, and educating the family on avoiding triggers. She also coordinates care with specialists like allergists or pulmonologists as needed.
- Does my child need an antibiotic every time they have a cold or a cough?
- Antibiotics are only effective against bacterial infections, not viral infections like colds or coughs. Overuse of antibiotics can be harmful. Dr. Gupta will carefully evaluate your child's condition to determine if an antibiotic is necessary and will not prescribe one unnecessarily.
- Can a pediatrician help with behavioral issues like ADHD or tantrums?
- Yes, Dr. Gupta can help. Pediatricians are trained to evaluate a child's behavioral and mental health. They can perform an initial assessment for conditions like ADHD, offer parenting strategies, and refer to specialists for further testing and support if needed.
- My baby seems to be crying all the time. Can you help with issues like colic or reflux?
- We understand how frustrating it can be when a baby cries frequently. Colic and reflux are very common concerns for new parents. Dr. Gupta can examine your baby to rule out other medical issues, provide strategies to soothe the infant, and discuss potential dietary changes or medications to help manage conditions like colic or reflux.
- My child gets ear infections frequently. Is this something you handle?
- Yes, diagnosing and treating ear infections is one of the most common things we do. Dr. Gupta can determine the cause, prescribe antibiotics if necessary, and discuss strategies to reduce recurrence or determine if a referral to an ENT specialist is needed.
- What is involved in a developmental screening?
- A developmental screening is a routine check during well-child visits. It uses simple questions and checklists to assess how a child is progressing in areas like language, movement, thinking, and social skills. This helps us celebrate milestones and identify any areas where additional support might be needed.
3533 S Alameda St
Corpus Christi TX 78411
Phone: (361) 853-3222
Camilla Gupta, MD is regulated by the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Physicians - Medical Practice Act) in Texas and is licensed by The Texas Medical Board.
National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1760835847
Registration can typically be verified through The Texas Medical Board website or by direct inquiry.
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