Kristi Bagnell, MD is a Pediatrician practicing at Shining Star Pediatrics in Longview, TX. As a trusted local provider on kellysearch.com, she is dedicated to comprehensive pediatric care, 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. She serves infants, children, adolescents, and young adults, and is currently welcoming new patients. Dr. Bagnell is a pediatrician in Longview, TX, affiliated with CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center-Longview and Longview Regional Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and can be reached at (903) 212-6060 to schedule an appointment.
Dr. Bagnell earned her medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed her internship at the University of Arizona. Following her education, she completed her residency training in Pediatrics at Indiana University Medical Center. She is Board Certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Bagnell approaches patient care with a commitment to collaborative, evidence-based medicine, ensuring a supportive environment where patients and their families feel heard and empowered in their healthcare decisions. She provides consultations primarily in English.
A strong patient-provider partnership is the foundation of effective healthcare. Dr. Bagnell is committed to being a partner in your health journey, focusing on practical strategies to protect your health and well-being.
Dr. Bagnell's comprehensive pediatric approach prioritizes a strong parent-physician partnership. She provides continuous care from infancy through adolescence, handling routine checkups, illnesses, and chronic conditions. Dr. Bagnell actively collaborates with specialists when necessary, ensuring a coordinated and optimal healthcare experience for each child.
By working together, you and Dr. Bagnell can create a clear, actionable plan that respects your individual needs and healthcare goals.
Also Accepts These Carriers
- 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
- Cigna
- Cigna PPO
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Open Access Plus
As your primary healthcare provider, Dr. Bagnell offers expert diagnosis and management for a wide range of common health conditions. Common areas of focus include:
- ADHD and-or ADD: ADHD and ADD are conditions affecting attention and focus, and pediatricians help manage these conditions with medication, therapy recommendations, and behavioral strategies.
- Asthma in Children: Children with asthma experience recurring breathing problems, and your pediatrician can create a personalized plan to control symptoms and prevent attacks.
- Common Cold: Your pediatrician can diagnose and provide supportive care for your child's common cold, focusing on symptom relief and preventing secondary infections.
- Fever: Pediatricians diagnose and treat fevers in children, figuring out what's causing the fever and providing care to help your child feel better.
- Pediatric Diseases: From ear infections to asthma, pediatricians handle various diseases impacting children, offering care and support for a child's overall well-being.
- Encopresis: If your child has encopresis, meaning they're pooping their pants despite being potty-trained, a pediatrician can help find a solution through treatment and behavioral strategies.
- Growth Delay: A pediatrician can assess if your child has a growth delay, which involves measuring the child's height and weight against age-based standards.
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. Bagnell 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: Wellness exams are routine checkups to track your child's growth and development, provide preventive care, and answer your questions.
- Diabetes Counseling: Diabetes counseling helps children and their families understand and manage diabetes, covering diet, exercise, and medication.
- Strep Test: This test helps determine if your child's sore throat is caused by bacteria (strep) or a virus.
- Allergy Shots: These shots gradually introduce small amounts of the allergen to build tolerance, making future exposures less likely to cause a major reaction.
- New Mom Counseling: Expect to receive expert advice from a pediatrician on navigating the early stages of motherhood, covering topics such as baby care, parental adjustment, and mental health.
- Allergy Treatment: Allergy treatment aims to reduce or eliminate your child's allergic reactions through methods like medication, avoidance strategies, or immunotherapy.
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. Bagnell 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, a patient successfully managed their ADHD symptoms, improving focus and school performance. This led to increased confidence and a more fulfilling daily life.
- With a personalized asthma action plan from their pediatrician, a child was able to confidently manage their symptoms and enjoy a more active, healthy lifestyle. Regular check-ups ensured the child's asthma remained well-controlled, allowing them to thrive.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and supportive care plan for a common cold, a child quickly recovered, enjoying a return to their normal activities within a few days. The pediatrician's guidance ensured the child avoided secondary infections and experienced symptom relief.
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:
Shining Star Pediatrics
2304 Judson Rd Ste D, Longview, TX, 75605
Phone: (903) 212-6060
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- Indiana University School of Medicine (Medical School)
- Indiana University Medical Center (Residency Hospital) - 1995
- University Ariz (Internship Hospital) - 1993
- American Board of Pediatrics (Pediatrics)
Here are answers to some common questions about receiving Pediatric care with Dr. Bagnell:
- 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 treat children, pediatricians dedicate their entire practice to 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 preventive care, tracking growth and development, administering necessary immunizations, and performing important screenings. They also provide a vital opportunity for parents to discuss any concerns about nutrition, sleep, safety, and behavior with Dr. Bagnell.
- Can a pediatrician help with behavioral issues like ADHD or tantrums?
- Yes, Dr. Bagnell can help. Pediatricians are trained to evaluate a child's behavioral and mental health, and can provide an initial assessment for conditions like ADHD. We can also offer parenting strategies and refer you to specialists for further testing and support if needed.
- How do you manage chronic conditions like asthma or food allergies?
- Dr. Bagnell 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 like allergists or pulmonologists as needed.
- 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 beneficial.
- 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. Overusing antibiotics can be harmful. Dr. Bagnell will carefully evaluate your child's symptoms to determine if an antibiotic is needed and will not prescribe one unnecessarily.
- 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. Bagnell 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 crying can be for new parents. Colic and reflux are very common concerns. Dr. Bagnell can examine your baby to rule out other medical issues, provide soothing strategies, and discuss potential dietary changes or medications to help manage these conditions.
Shining Star Pediatrics
2304 Judson Rd Ste D
Longview TX 75605
Phone: (903) 212-6060
Kristi Bagnell, 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): 1841444692
Registration can typically be verified through The Texas Medical Board website or by direct inquiry.
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