Marisa Rosales, MD is a Pediatrician practicing at her clinic in McKinney, 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). 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. Please call (972) 569-9904 to schedule an appointment.
Dr. Marisa Rosales, MD is a pediatrician in McKinney, TX and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. With over 10 years of dedicated experience, she brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and care to her patients. She earned her degree from Texas A&M University, Main Campus in 2011, and is Board Certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics. She is affiliated with medical facilities Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen and Children's Medical Center Plano. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Rosales is committed to a collaborative, evidence-based approach to medicine, creating 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. Rosales is committed to being a partner in your health journey, focusing on practical strategies to protect your health and well-being.
Dr. Rosales provides comprehensive pediatric care, fostering a strong patient-provider partnership. She prioritizes clear communication, ensuring parents understand their child's health status and treatment plans. Her practice emphasizes evidence-based medicine while tailoring care to each child's unique needs, managing routine check-ups, illnesses, and chronic conditions, and coordinating specialist referrals as necessary. This approach ensures optimal health and development for each patient.
By working together, you and Dr. Rosales can create a clear, actionable plan that respects your individual needs and healthcare goals.
Specific Plans Accepted
Assurant Health
Coventry Health Care
Golden Rule
HealthSmart
Also Accepts These Carriers
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Choice Plus POS II
- Cigna
- Curative
- Curative EPO
- Curative PPO
- Curative PPO Plus
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Health Net
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- Humana
- LocalPlus
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Navigate HMO
- Preferred PPO
- Tricare
- UnitedHealthCare
As your primary healthcare provider, Dr. Rosales offers expert diagnosis and management for a wide range of common health conditions. Common areas of focus include:
- Asthma in Children: Pediatricians diagnose and treat childhood asthma, a chronic condition causing inflammation in the airways, helping kids breathe easier.
- Fever: Your pediatrician is the best resource for managing your child's fever, offering guidance on when to worry, what medication to use, and when to seek further care.
- Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema): Children with eczema, a common skin condition causing dry, itchy skin, can find relief and management strategies through regular check-ups and treatment plans created by their pediatrician.
- 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.
- Hives: Your pediatrician can help determine the cause of your child's hives and recommend treatments to relieve itching and prevent future outbreaks.
- Earwax Buildup: Children sometimes get impacted earwax, leading to hearing issues or pain; your pediatrician can diagnose and treat this effectively.
- Pediatric Diseases: From ear infections to asthma, pediatricians handle various diseases impacting children, offering care and support for a child's overall well-being.
- 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.
- Allergies: Your pediatrician can help determine what your child is allergic to and create a plan to manage their reactions.
- Newborn Jaundice: Your pediatrician plays a vital role in assessing and managing newborn jaundice, a condition resulting in yellow skin and eyes, ensuring your baby's bilirubin levels are safe.
- 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.
- Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis): Pediatricians are experts at identifying and managing pinkeye in children, offering relief through medication and care advice.
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. Rosales offers a range of services designed to diagnose, manage, and treat various health concerns:
- Allergy Shots: Through regular injections, allergy shots aim to reduce allergy symptoms such as sneezing, itching, and breathing difficulties over time.
- Infant Care: Infant care involves regular checkups to monitor your baby's growth, development, and overall health.
- Immunization Administration: During a visit, your child might receive an immunization, which is a vaccine to protect against various diseases.
- Vaccination: Vaccinations are a safe and effective way to significantly reduce your child's risk of catching preventable illnesses.
- Circumcision: Circumcision is a common procedure performed on newborn baby boys, sometimes for religious or cultural reasons.
- Sports Physical Examination: This exam is a health screening to ensure your child is physically fit and safe to participate in sports.
- Well Child Examination: During a well-child exam, your pediatrician will assess your child's physical development, check their weight and height, and give them any necessary shots.
- Wellness Examination: Wellness exams are routine checkups to track your child's growth and development, provide preventive care, and answer your questions.
- Wart Removal: Wart removal treatment aims to clear warts quickly and comfortably, minimizing any discomfort for your child.
- Well Baby Care: Well baby care involves regular check-ups to monitor your child's growth, development, and overall health.
- Allergy Treatment: Allergy treatment aims to reduce or eliminate your child's allergic reactions through methods like medication, avoidance strategies, or immunotherapy.
- Physical Examination: This exam helps the doctor identify any health issues early on, including problems like infections or developmental delays, through checking your child's growth and development.
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. Rosales 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 develop a personalized asthma action plan, a young patient learned to manage their symptoms effectively, allowing them to participate fully in school and extracurricular activities.
- Following a pediatrician's guidance, a child successfully managed a fever, experiencing relief from discomfort and a return to normal activity within a few days. The clear communication and support from the pediatrician helped the family feel confident in their ability to care for their child's health.
- After regular check-ups and a personalized treatment plan, a child with eczema experienced significant improvement in skin dryness and itching, leading to a more comfortable and enjoyable daily life.
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:
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5333 W University Dr, McKinney, TX, 75071
Phone: (972) 569-9904
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- Texas A & M University / Main Campus (Medical School) - 2011
- American Board of Pediatrics (Pediatrics)
Here are answers to some common questions about receiving Pediatric care with Dr. Rosales:
- 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 have dedicated their training to this specific 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 essential for preventative care, tracking growth and development, administering immunizations, and performing screenings. They provide a crucial opportunity to discuss important topics like nutrition, sleep, safety, and behavior with Dr. Rosales.
- How do you manage chronic conditions like asthma or food allergies?
- Dr. Rosales manages chronic conditions like asthma and food allergies by creating a personalized action plan for each child. 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.
- Can a pediatrician help with behavioral issues like ADHD or tantrums?
- Dr. Rosales and our practice are the first point of contact for concerns about behavioral issues like ADHD or tantrums. Pediatricians are trained to evaluate a child's behavioral and mental health, and can provide an initial assessment. We can offer parenting strategies and refer to specialists for further testing and support as needed.
- My baby seems to be crying all the time. Can you help with issues like colic or reflux?
- Crying frequently is a very common concern for new parents. Dr. Rosales 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.
- 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 needing extra support.
- 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. Rosales 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.
- Does my child need an antibiotic every time they have a cold or a cough?
- Antibiotics are only effective against bacterial infections, not viruses like the common cold or cough. Overusing antibiotics can be harmful. Dr. Rosales will carefully evaluate your child to determine if an antibiotic is needed and will not prescribe one unnecessarily.
5333 W University Dr
McKinney TX 75071
Phone: (972) 569-9904
Marisa Rosales, 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): 1326330044
Registration can typically be verified through The Texas Medical Board website or by direct inquiry.
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