Eileen O'Brien-Su, MD is a Pediatrician dedicated to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care at Baylor Scott & White Southlake Family Medicine in Southlake, TX. She is a registered provider with The Texas Medical Board, practicing under the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Physicians - Medical Practice Act). As a general pediatrician, Dr. O'Brien-Su is a child's primary healthcare partner, providing continuous care from infancy through young adulthood. This encompasses managing routine well-child visits, addressing common illnesses, and handling chronic conditions. She also coordinates specialist care when needed, ensuring optimal health and development for infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. Dr. O'Brien-Su is currently welcoming new patients. Please call (817) 912-8800 to schedule an appointment.
With over 25 years of dedicated experience, Dr. O'Brien-Su brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and care to her patients. She earned her degree from the University of Arizona, College of Education in 1996, and is Board Certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine, and Board Certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. O'Brien-Su enjoys seeing patients of all ages, and especially relishes the opportunity to care for multiple generations of one family. She has lived in Texas most of her life, graduating from Texas A&M and then UT Houston Medical School. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, exercising, and cooking. Dr. O'Brien-Su's approach to care is collaborative and evidence-based, creating a supportive environment where patients and families feel heard and empowered in their healthcare decisions. Dr. Eileen O'Brien-Su provides consultations primarily in English.
A strong patient-provider partnership is the foundation of effective healthcare. Dr. O'Brien-Su is committed to being a partner in your health journey, focusing on practical strategies to protect your health and well-being.
Dr. O'Brien-Su's comprehensive approach to pediatric care prioritizes a strong patient-family partnership. She provides thorough well-child visits, addresses acute and chronic conditions, and efficiently coordinates specialist referrals to ensure optimal health and development throughout childhood and adolescence. Her dedication to clear communication and personalized care plans empowers families to actively participate in their child's health journey.
By working together, you and Dr. O'Brien-Su can create a clear, actionable plan that respects your individual needs and healthcare goals.
Specific Plans Accepted
Aetna
Also Accepts These Carriers
- Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
- BestChoice PPO
- Blue Advantage HMO
- Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- Blue Essentials HMO
- Choice Care Network PPO
- Choice Care PPO
- Choice POS
- Choice Plus POS
- Choice Plus POS II
- Cigna
- Cigna PPO
- Curative
- Curative EPO
- Curative PPO
- Curative PPO Plus
- Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Humana
- Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
- Medica Choice
- National POS
- Navigate HMO
- Navigate POS
- Nexus Open Access
- Open Access Plus
- Open Choice PPO
- Options PPO
- Preferred PPO
- Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
- UnitedHealthCare
As your primary healthcare provider, Dr. O'Brien-Su offers expert diagnosis and management for a wide range of common health conditions. Common areas of focus include:
- Bronchiolitis: When your child has bronchiolitis, a respiratory infection causing inflammation in the lungs' small airways, your pediatrician will provide supportive care, monitor breathing, and help manage symptoms.
- Bronchitis: Bronchitis is a lung infection that causes inflammation in the airways; your pediatrician will assess your child's symptoms and develop a treatment plan to reduce discomfort and prevent complications.
- Conduct Disorder: Conduct disorder is a behavioral problem in children and teens marked by aggression, breaking rules, and disregarding others' feelings, and pediatricians help manage it with therapy and family support.
- Constipation: Your child's pediatrician is a valuable resource if they are experiencing constipation, offering expert advice and care to address this common childhood issue.
- Diaper Rash: If your baby has diaper rash, your pediatrician can assess the severity and recommend the best creams, ointments, or other measures for relief.
- Fever: If your child has a fever, a pediatrician can help determine the underlying cause, whether it's a viral infection, bacterial infection, or something else, and provide safe and effective treatment.
- Influenza (Flu): Pediatricians help protect children from the flu through yearly vaccinations and provide care if your child gets sick.
- Lice: If your child has head lice, a pediatrician can confirm the diagnosis and provide guidance on safe and effective treatment options to get rid of the lice and prevent re-infestation.
- Otitis Media: Ear infections (otitis media) are frequently seen by pediatricians, who can determine the severity and recommend treatment such as antibiotics or home care.
- Pediatric Obesity: A pediatrician diagnoses pediatric obesity by assessing a child's weight and height, and they work with families to develop healthy eating and exercise plans to improve health.
- Wheezing: Wheezing is a whistling sound during breathing, often caused by narrowed airways, and pediatricians diagnose and treat the underlying cause, such as asthma or a respiratory infection.
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. O'Brien-Su offers a range of services designed to diagnose, manage, and treat various health concerns:
- Immunization Administration: Your pediatrician will give your child shots to build immunity against preventable illnesses like measles and polio.
- Wellness Examination: This preventative visit helps catch potential problems early and keeps your child healthy and thriving.
- Travel Vaccination: Your pediatrician can recommend and administer vaccines to keep your child safe from illnesses during trips abroad.
- Feeding Disorders: Pediatricians diagnose and treat feeding disorders using various methods, including observing feeding behaviors, assessing the child's development, and collaborating with other specialists like speech therapists to ensure proper nourishment.
- Well Child Examination: A well-child exam is a routine checkup to monitor your child's growth, development, and overall health.
- Wart Treatment: If your child has a wart, a pediatrician can assess it and recommend the best treatment option, such as freezing it off or applying medication to remove it.
- Neonatal Circumcision: Neonatal circumcision is the surgical removal of the foreskin, often done for religious, cultural, or medical reasons.
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. O'Brien-Su 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 supportive care, the child quickly recovered from bronchiolitis, experiencing significant relief from their symptoms and a return to their usual playful self.
- Following a pediatrician's guidance, a patient successfully managed their bronchitis, experiencing significant relief from coughing and shortness of breath within a week. The patient felt empowered by understanding their child's condition and the proactive steps taken to ensure a swift recovery.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and a personalized treatment plan, a patient successfully managed their conduct disorder, leading to improved relationships and a more positive school experience.
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.
- Primary Location:
Baylor Scott & White Southlake Family Medicine
925 E Southlake Blvd Ste 100, Southlake, TX, 76092
Phone: (817) 912-8800
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- UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA / COLLEGE OF EDUCATION (Medical School) - 1996
- American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine)
- American Board of Pediatrics (Pediatrics)
Here are answers to some common questions about receiving Pediatric care with Dr. O'Brien-Su:
- What is the difference between a Pediatrician and a Family Medicine doctor for my child?
- Pediatricians are specialists who focus exclusively on the health of children from birth to young adulthood, including their physical, emotional, and social well-being. While family medicine doctors can treat children, pediatricians dedicate their entire training to this age group, 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 timely immunizations, and performing necessary screenings. They also provide a valuable opportunity to discuss important topics like nutrition, sleep, safety, and behavior with Dr. O'Brien-Su.
- My child gets ear infections frequently. Is this something you handle?
- Yes, diagnosing and treating ear infections is one of the most common things a pediatrician does. Dr. O'Brien-Su 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.
- 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. Dr. O'Brien-Su can examine your baby to rule out any other medical issues and provide strategies to soothe your infant. She can also discuss potential dietary changes or medications to help manage conditions like colic or reflux.
- Can a pediatrician help with behavioral issues like ADHD or tantrums?
- Yes, pediatricians can help with behavioral issues like ADHD or tantrums. We are trained to evaluate a child's behavioral and mental health, provide an initial assessment, offer parenting strategies, and refer to specialists for further testing and support, if needed.
- How do you manage chronic conditions like asthma or food allergies?
- Dr. O'Brien-Su works with families to create a personalized action plan 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, such as allergists or pulmonologists, as needed.
- Does my child need an antibiotic every time they have a cold or a cough?
- No, antibiotics are only effective against bacterial infections, not viral ones like colds and coughs. Overusing antibiotics can harm your child's health. Dr. O'Brien-Su will carefully evaluate your child to determine if an antibiotic is needed and will not prescribe one unnecessarily.
- What is involved in a developmental screening?
- A developmental screening is a routine part of well-child visits. It involves simple questions and checklists about language, movement, thinking, and social skills to track a child's progress. This helps us celebrate milestones and identify any areas needing extra support.
Baylor Scott & White Southlake Family Medicine
925 E Southlake Blvd Ste 100
Southlake TX 76092
Phone: (817) 912-8800
Eileen O'Brien-Su, 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): 1790799344
Registration can typically be verified through The Texas Medical Board website or by direct inquiry.
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