Randy Kastner, MD is a Pediatrician dedicated to providing comprehensive pediatric care at his clinic in Temple, TX. He is a registered provider with The Texas Medical Board, 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. He serves infants, children, adolescents, and young adults, and is currently welcoming new patients. Please call (254) 724-5437 to schedule an appointment.
Dr. Kastner is a board-certified general pediatrician at McLane Children's, Temple West Clinic, with over 30 years of experience. He earned his degree from Texas A&M University, Main Campus in 1993, and attended medical school at Texas A&M University College of Medicine. He is Board Certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics, and is a member of the American Board of Pediatrics. He brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and care to his patients, focusing on providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Dr. Kastner enjoys outdoor activities and farming in his spare time. He provides consultations primarily in English.
A strong patient-provider partnership is the foundation of effective healthcare. Dr. Kastner is committed to being a partner in your health journey, focusing on practical strategies to protect your health and well-being.
Dr. Kastner provides comprehensive pediatric care, focusing on a strong patient-parent partnership. He prioritizes thorough assessments and clear communication, ensuring parents understand their child's health status and treatment plans. He proactively manages routine well-child visits, addresses common illnesses, and coordinates specialist care as needed, fostering optimal health and development throughout childhood and adolescence.
By working together, you and Dr. Kastner 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
- HMO Premier HMO
- 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. Kastner offers expert diagnosis and management for a wide range of common health conditions. Common areas of focus include:
- Allergies: Pediatricians diagnose and manage childhood allergies, helping children breathe easier and live comfortably.
- Bedwetting: Bedwetting is a common childhood issue that a pediatrician can assess to rule out medical problems and create a plan to help the child stay dry at night through training and/or medical approaches.
- Conduct Disorder: Conduct disorder involves a pattern of violating rules and the rights of others, and your pediatrician can help develop a plan to address these behaviors and improve your child's social and emotional wellbeing.
- Constipation: Constipation in children means infrequent or difficult bowel movements, and your pediatrician can help diagnose and treat it with lifestyle changes or medication.
- Diaper Rash: A pediatrician provides guidance and treatment options for diaper rash, helping to soothe your baby's skin and prevent further irritation.
- Down Syndrome: Down syndrome is a chromosomal condition that affects development, and pediatricians provide comprehensive care throughout a child's life, addressing health needs associated with Down syndrome.
- Ear Infection: An ear infection is a common childhood illness where the middle ear gets inflamed, causing pain and discomfort, and pediatricians diagnose and treat these infections with medication or other necessary interventions.
- Fever: Fevers are a common childhood symptom, and your pediatrician can assess your child's fever, determine the cause, and advise on appropriate management.
- Newborn Jaundice: A pediatrician can diagnose and treat newborn jaundice, a yellowing of the skin and eyes caused by excess bilirubin, using methods like phototherapy or close monitoring.
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. Kastner 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: Your pediatrician uses wellness exams to monitor your child's development and make sure they're meeting milestones.
- Psychiatric Evaluation - Child and Adolescent: This assessment checks for mental health issues in children and adolescents, such as anxiety, depression, or behavioral problems, to offer appropriate support.
- Travel Physical Examination: A travel physical exam ensures your child is healthy enough for travel, checking for any potential health risks.
- Vaccination: Vaccinations are a safe and effective way to significantly reduce your child's risk of catching preventable illnesses.
- Sick Child Care: When your child is unwell, sick child care offers comprehensive medical attention to help them get better.
- Travel Vaccination: Travel vaccinations protect your child from diseases common in other countries before you travel.
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. Kastner 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 child was able to enjoy outdoor activities without the distress of breathing problems.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and personalized treatment plan, a child successfully managed their bedwetting, gaining improved confidence and a more restful sleep.
- By working with their pediatrician to develop coping mechanisms and strategies, a patient successfully managed their conduct disorder, leading to improved relationships and a greater sense of self-control.
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:
Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Clinic - Temple West
6684 W Adams Ave, Temple, TX, 76502
Phone: (254) 724-5437
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- Texas A&M University / Main Campus (Medical School) - 1993
- American Board of Pediatrics (Pediatrics)
Here are answers to some common questions about receiving Pediatric care with Dr. Kastner:
- 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 the unique needs of kids, 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 tracking growth and development, administering necessary immunizations, and performing important screenings. They also provide a vital opportunity to discuss nutrition, sleep, safety, and behavior with Dr. Kastner.
- My baby seems to be crying all the time. Can you help with issues like colic or reflux?
- Crying spells are very common in infants, and concerns about colic or reflux are frequently raised by new parents. Dr. Kastner can examine your baby to rule out other medical issues, provide soothing strategies, and discuss potential dietary changes or medications to manage colic or reflux.
- Can a pediatrician help with behavioral issues like ADHD or tantrums?
- Yes, Dr. Kastner can help. Pediatricians are trained to evaluate a child's behavioral and mental health. We can provide an initial assessment for conditions like ADHD, offer parenting strategies, and make referrals to specialists for further evaluation and 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. Kastner 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.
- 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 extra support might be needed.
- How do you manage chronic conditions like asthma or food allergies?
- Dr. Kastner manages chronic conditions like asthma and food allergies by creating a personalized action plan for each child. This plan includes daily medication management, prescriptions for emergency medications, and education for the family on avoiding triggers. She coordinates care with specialists like allergists or pulmonologists as needed.
- Does my child need an antibiotic every time they have a cold or a cough?
- No, antibiotics are not needed for every cold or cough. Antibiotics only treat bacterial infections, not viral ones like the common cold. Overuse of antibiotics can be harmful. Dr. Kastner will carefully evaluate your child to determine if an antibiotic is necessary and will not prescribe one unnecessarily.
6684 W Adams Ave
Temple TX 76502
Phone: (254) 724-5437
Randy Kastner, 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): 1932169331
Registration can typically be verified through The Texas Medical Board website or by direct inquiry.
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