Juan Carballo, MD is a Pediatrician practicing at his clinic in San Antonio, TX. He is a registered provider with the Texas Medical Board, adhering to the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Physicians - Medical Practice Act). Dr. Carballo is dedicated to providing comprehensive pediatric care, recognizing that general pediatricians are a child's primary healthcare partner throughout their development. This includes managing routine well-child visits, addressing common illnesses, and handling chronic conditions, while also coordinating specialist care when necessary to ensure optimal health and development. He serves infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
Dr. Juan Carballo, MD is a pediatrician in San Antonio, TX with over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He earned his degree from the Institute Of Superior Medical Science Of Havana in 2003 and is affiliated with Baptist Neighborhood Hospital Thousand Oaks. With this extensive experience, he brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and care to his patients. Dr. Carballo is committed to collaborative, evidence-based medicine, fostering a supportive environment where patients and their families feel heard and empowered in their healthcare decisions. He is currently accepting new patients and telehealth appointments. Please call (210) 223-3543 to schedule an appointment. Dr. Carballo offers consultations in Spanish.
A strong patient-provider partnership is the foundation of effective healthcare. Dr. Carballo is committed to being a partner in your health journey, focusing on practical strategies to protect your health and well-being.
Dr. Carballo's comprehensive pediatric approach prioritizes a strong patient-family partnership. He provides continuous care from infancy through young adulthood, managing routine well-child visits, illnesses, and chronic conditions. His practice emphasizes clear communication, evidence-based treatment, and a personalized plan to ensure optimal health and development for each child, coordinating specialist care when necessary.
By working together, you and Dr. Carballo can create a clear, actionable plan that respects your individual needs and healthcare goals.
Specific Plans Accepted
Cigna
Also Accepts These Carriers
- Ambetter
- Anthem
- Blue Advantage HMO
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Curative
- Curative EPO
- Curative PPO
- Curative PPO Plus
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Humana
- LocalPlus
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Preferred PPO
- Superior Health Plan
As your primary healthcare provider, Dr. Carballo offers expert diagnosis and management for a wide range of common health conditions. Common areas of focus include:
- Pediatric Obesity: Pediatric obesity is when a child or teen weighs too much for their height and age, putting them at risk for health problems, and pediatricians help manage it through lifestyle changes and sometimes medication.
- Swine Flu: A pediatrician can diagnose swine flu in children based on symptoms and may prescribe antiviral medications to reduce the severity and duration of illness.
- Anaphylaxis: Pediatricians play a vital role in diagnosing and managing anaphylaxis, a potentially fatal allergic reaction, by teaching you how to identify triggers and use epinephrine.
- Allergic Conjunctivitis: Your child's red, swollen, and itchy eyes might be allergic conjunctivitis; your pediatrician can diagnose this and help relieve the discomfort.
- Bird Flu: If a child shows symptoms like fever, cough, or muscle aches after potential bird flu exposure, a pediatrician can provide evaluation and recommend appropriate testing and treatment.
- Bronchiolitis: Pediatricians diagnose and treat bronchiolitis, a respiratory illness that inflames the tiny air passages in the lungs, often causing wheezing, coughing, and difficulty breathing in babies and young kids.
- Acne: Dealing with acne? Your child's pediatrician can provide personalized advice and treatment, helping them manage this common skin concern.
- 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.
- Lice: Head lice are tiny insects that live in a child's hair and cause itching; pediatricians diagnose and treat lice infestations with special shampoos and other methods.
- 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.
- Earwax Buildup: Children sometimes get impacted earwax, leading to hearing issues or pain; your pediatrician can diagnose and treat this effectively.
- Conduct Disorder: Children and teens with conduct disorder show persistent patterns of disruptive and antisocial behavior; pediatricians play a vital role in diagnosis, treatment planning, and coordinating care with other specialists.
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. Carballo 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: Wellness exams are routine checkups to track your child's growth and development, provide preventive care, and answer your questions.
- Vision Screening: Vision screenings are a simple way to detect vision problems in children, preventing learning difficulties and other issues.
- Alcohol Misuse Screening and Counseling: If there are concerns about alcohol misuse in your family, your pediatrician can assess the situation and provide guidance.
- Sports Physical Examination: This exam is a health screening to ensure your child is physically fit and safe to participate in sports.
- Sexually Transmitted Infections Counseling: If your teen is sexually active, your pediatrician can provide confidential advice and testing for STIs.
- Dyslexia Assessment: If you're concerned about your child's reading skills, a dyslexia assessment can reveal if they have dyslexia and need extra help.
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. Carballo 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:
- By working with their pediatrician to create a healthy eating plan and increase physical activity, a young patient successfully managed their pediatric obesity, improving their overall well-being.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and treatment plan, a child quickly recovered from swine flu, experiencing a much shorter and less severe illness than expected. The pediatrician's guidance helped the family manage the symptoms effectively and ensure a swift return to health.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and personalized action plan from their pediatrician, a patient successfully managed their anaphylaxis, feeling empowered to confidently navigate daily life and avoid potentially severe reactions.
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.
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315 N San Saba Ste 1075, San Antonio, TX, 78207
Phone: (210) 223-3543
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3750 Commercial Ave, San Antonio, TX, 78221
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207 E Evergreen St, San Antonio, TX, 78212
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- INSTITUTE OF SUPERIOR MEDICAL SCIENCE OF HAVANA (Medical School) - 2003
Here are answers to some common questions about receiving Pediatric care with Dr. Carballo:
- 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, encompassing their physical, emotional, and social well-being. While family medicine doctors can treat children, pediatricians dedicate their entire training to childhood illnesses and developmental stages, providing specialized care.
- Why are well-child visits important even if my child isn't sick?
- Well-child visits are crucial for monitoring growth and development, ensuring scheduled immunizations, and performing necessary screenings. They also provide a vital opportunity to discuss important topics like nutrition, sleep, safety, and behavior with Dr. Carballo.
- 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. Carballo 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 constant crying can be for new parents. These are very common concerns, and Dr. Carballo can examine your baby to rule out other medical issues. She can provide strategies to soothe your infant and discuss potential dietary changes or medications to help manage conditions like colic or reflux.
- 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 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.
- Does my child need an antibiotic every time they have a cold or a cough?
- No, antibiotics are only effective against bacterial infections, not viruses like colds and coughs. Overusing antibiotics can be harmful. Dr. Carballo will carefully evaluate your child to determine if an antibiotic is necessary and will not prescribe one unnecessarily.
- How do you manage chronic conditions like asthma or food allergies?
- Dr. Carballo creates a personalized action plan for managing chronic conditions like asthma or food allergies, which includes daily medication management, prescriptions for emergency medications, and education on avoiding triggers. She also coordinates care with specialists, such as allergists or pulmonologists, as needed.
- Can a pediatrician help with behavioral issues like ADHD or tantrums?
- Yes, Dr. Carballo can help. Pediatricians are trained to evaluate children's behavioral and mental health, and can provide initial assessments for conditions like ADHD. They can also offer parenting strategies and referrals to specialists for further support.
315 N San Saba Ste 1075
San Antonio TX 78207
Phone: (210) 223-3543
Juan Carballo, 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): 1497983134
Registration can typically be verified through The Texas Medical Board website or by direct inquiry.
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