John Worrel, MD is a Pediatrician practicing at his clinic in Austin, TX. He is a trusted local provider on kellysearch.com, registered with The Texas Medical Board and practicing under the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Physicians - Medical Practice Act). General Pediatricians are a child's primary healthcare partner, providing continuous care from infancy through young adulthood, managing routine well-child visits, common illnesses, chronic conditions, and coordinating specialist care as needed to ensure optimal health and development. Dr. Worrel serves Infants, children, adolescents, and young adults, and is dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive care to children of all ages, from birth to adulthood. He views the medical care of pediatric and adolescent patients to be a team effort with the family, allowing adolescents to accept more responsibility for their care as they mature. He is currently welcoming new patients. Please call (512) 901-4038 to schedule an appointment.
Dr. Worrel's passion for pediatrics began as a teenager watching his nephews grow and develop. This interest deepened during his medical training, including his medical degree from The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, TX, followed by his internship and residency in pediatrics at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN, and a fellowship in adolescent medicine at the University of Washington in Seattle, WA. He is Board Certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics. His commitment to preventative and treatment strategies within a caring community is central to his practice. Dr. Worrel strives to prevent and treat disease while fostering a strong relationship with each family he serves. Dr. John Worrel provides consultations primarily in English.
A strong patient-provider partnership is the foundation of effective healthcare. Dr. Worrel is committed to being a partner in your health journey, focusing on practical strategies to protect your health and well-being.
Dr. Worrel's approach to pediatric care emphasizes a comprehensive, patient-centered experience. He provides continuous care from infancy through young adulthood, managing routine checkups, illnesses, and chronic conditions. His practice prioritizes open communication and collaboration with families, ensuring a personalized plan for each child's unique needs, while also coordinating specialist care when necessary to optimize health and development.
By working together, you and Dr. Worrel can create a clear, actionable plan that respects your individual needs and healthcare goals.
Specific Plans Accepted
Cigna
Humana
Also Accepts These Carriers
- APCN Choice POS II
- Aetna
- Aetna HMO
- Ambetter
- Blue Advantage HMO
- Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
- Blue Choice
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- Blue Essentials HMO
- BlueCard PPO
- CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
- Choice Care Network PPO
- Choice Care PPO
- Choice POS
- Choice Plus POS
- Choice Plus POS II
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
- HMO Premier HMO
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- LocalPlus
- Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
- MultiPlan
- National POS
- Navigate HMO
- Navigate Plus POS
- Nexus Open Access
- Open Access Plus
- Open Choice PPO
- Options PPO
- PHCS Network
- Preferred PPO
- Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
- Signature Administrators PPO
- Superior Health Plan
- United Healthcare
- UnitedHealthCare
As your primary healthcare provider, Dr. Worrel offers expert diagnosis and management for a wide range of common health conditions. Common areas of focus include:
- Allergies: From skin rashes to breathing problems, pediatricians address childhood allergies, providing relief and preventative strategies.
- Fever-Induced Seizure: Fever-induced seizures are brief convulsions triggered by high fevers in children and young adults. Your pediatrician will determine the cause of the fever and advise on managing future occurrences.
- Acne: A pediatrician can help your child manage acne breakouts through lifestyle changes, topical treatments, and, when necessary, stronger medications.
- Diaper Rash: Diaper rash, a common problem for babies, can be effectively managed with advice and treatment from your child's pediatrician.
- Bronchitis: Bronchitis is an inflammation of the bronchial tubes, and your pediatrician can diagnose it and recommend treatment to ease symptoms like coughing and wheezing.
- Bedwetting: Bedwetting, also known as nocturnal enuresis, is when a child wets the bed at night, and pediatricians can help identify underlying causes and develop strategies for managing it.
- Ear Infection: Ear infections, a frequent childhood ailment, are effectively handled by pediatricians who determine the cause and provide treatment like antibiotics or pain relief to promote healing.
- Common Cold: A common cold is a viral infection causing stuffy noses, coughs, and sore throats, and your pediatrician can help manage symptoms and prevent complications.
- 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.
- 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.
- Conduct Disorder: A pediatrician is key in identifying and managing conduct disorder in children and teens, offering guidance, behavioral strategies, and referrals to mental health professionals as needed.
- Allergic Conjunctivitis: Allergic conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the eye's lining caused by an allergic reaction, and pediatricians can diagnose it and recommend treatments like eye drops.
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. Worrel offers a range of services designed to diagnose, manage, and treat various health concerns:
- Immunization Administration: Immunization administration protects your child from many childhood illnesses through the use of vaccines.
- Wellness Examination: A wellness examination is a checkup where your pediatrician checks your child's growth, development, and overall health.
- Camp Physical Examination: Before heading off to camp, this checkup makes sure your child is fit and free of any health concerns.
- Travel Vaccination: Your pediatrician can recommend and administer vaccines to keep your child safe from illnesses during trips abroad.
- Audiometry: This test measures your child's ability to detect and understand sounds at various levels, helping identify hearing problems.
- Neonatal Circumcision: Neonatal circumcision is the surgical removal of the foreskin, often done for religious, cultural, or medical reasons.
- HIV Screening: A child may need an HIV test as part of routine care or if there's a reason to suspect exposure.
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. Worrel 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 personalized treatment plan for allergies, a young patient experienced a significant reduction in skin rashes and breathing difficulties, allowing them to enjoy a more active and comfortable lifestyle.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and management plan from a pediatrician, a young patient learned to recognize and effectively manage fever-induced seizures, allowing them to enjoy a more active and worry-free childhood.
- After receiving personalized guidance from a pediatrician, a young patient successfully managed their acne breakouts through a combination of lifestyle adjustments and topical treatments, achieving clearer skin and improved self-esteem.
These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results vary and depend on many factors. He will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.
- Primary Location:
The Austin Diagnostic Clinic - Cedar Bend
2400 Cedar Bend Dr, Austin, TX, 78758
Phone: (512) 901-4038
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- The University Of Texas Southwestern (Medical School)
- American Board of Pediatrics (Pediatrics)
Here are answers to some common questions about receiving Pediatric care with Dr. Worrel:
- 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 through young adulthood, providing comprehensive care for their physical, emotional, and social well-being. While family medicine doctors can treat children, pediatricians dedicate their entire training to this age group, giving them extensive experience with childhood illnesses and developmental stages.
- Why are well-child visits important even if my child isn't sick?
- Well-child visits are essential for monitoring growth and development, ensuring scheduled immunizations, and performing necessary screenings. They also provide a valuable opportunity to discuss nutrition, sleep, safety, and behavioral concerns with Dr. Worrel.
- What is involved in a developmental screening?
- A developmental screening is a routine part of well-child visits. It involves simple questions and checklists to assess a child's progress in language, movement, thinking, and social skills. This helps us celebrate milestones and identify any areas needing extra support.
- Can a pediatrician help with behavioral issues like ADHD or tantrums?
- Yes, Dr. Worrel can help. Pediatricians are trained to evaluate a child's behavioral and mental health, and can provide an initial assessment for conditions like ADHD. They can also offer parenting strategies and refer families to child psychologists or developmental specialists for further testing and support, if needed.
- 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. Worrel 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.
- How do you manage chronic conditions like asthma or food allergies?
- Dr. Worrel 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 infections like colds or coughs. Overuse of antibiotics can be harmful. Dr. Worrel will carefully evaluate your child to determine if an antibiotic is needed and will not prescribe one unnecessarily.
- My baby seems to be crying all the time. Can you help with issues like colic or reflux?
- We understand how frustrating constant crying can be for new parents. These are very common concerns. Dr. Worrel can examine your baby to rule out any other medical issues, provide soothing strategies, and discuss potential dietary changes or medications to help manage colic or reflux.
2400 Cedar Bend Dr
Austin TX 78758
Phone: (512) 901-4038
John Worrel, 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): 1114983574
Registration can typically be verified through The Texas Medical Board website or by direct inquiry.
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