Sania Wilkins, DO is a Pediatrician practicing at As You Are in San Antonio, TX. She is a dedicated and trusted local provider registered 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. Dr. Wilkins serves infants, children, adolescents, and young adults, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where patients and their families feel empowered to make informed healthcare choices.
Dr. Sania Wilkins, DO is a pediatrician in San Antonio, TX. She is affiliated with Optum Urgent Care-Glen Oaks. She earned her degree from New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine and is Board Certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics. She is committed to evidence-based medicine and a patient-centered approach, striving to create a supportive environment for each patient and family. While she is not currently accepting new patients, inquiries about waitlists or future openings can be made by calling (866) 219-8595. Dr. Wilkins offers consultations in Spanish.
A strong patient-provider partnership is the foundation of effective healthcare. Dr. Wilkins is committed to being a partner in your health journey, focusing on practical strategies to protect your health and well-being.
Dr. Wilkins provides comprehensive pediatric care, fostering a strong partnership with families. Her approach prioritizes clear communication, proactive health management, and individualized treatment plans for each child, ensuring optimal health and development from infancy through young adulthood. She expertly manages routine well-child visits, common illnesses, and chronic conditions, coordinating specialist care when necessary to provide complete and supportive care.
By working together, you and Dr. Wilkins can create a clear, actionable plan that respects your individual needs and healthcare goals.
Specific Plans Accepted
Aetna
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
MagnaCare
Also Accepts These Carriers
- AWH NJ Choice MultiTier
- AWH NJ Choice MultiTier - Standard Savings
- Blue Acess Employer Sponsored
- Blue Card
- Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- BlueCard Traditional
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Choice
- Choice Care (Humana)
- Choice Plus
- ChoiceCare Network
- Connection Blue High Performance Network
- Connection Employer Sponsored
- EmblemHealth
- Empire Hospital
- Empire Hospital/Medical (Trad)
- Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- GHI CBP
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- MAPFRE Life Insurance Company of Puerto Rico
- MVP Health Care
- MVP Health Plan Inc
- Managed Choice (Open Access)
- National Blue High Performance Network
- Navigate
- Nexus Open Access
- Open Choice
- Options
- Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
- Select
- SimplyBlue/Simply Blue Plus
- UnitedHealthCare
As your primary healthcare provider, Dr. Wilkins offers expert diagnosis and management for a wide range of common health conditions. Common areas of focus include:
- Allergic Conjunctivitis: Your child's red, swollen, and itchy eyes might be allergic conjunctivitis; your pediatrician can diagnose this and help relieve the discomfort.
- Canker Sore: Your pediatrician can assess your child's canker sore and recommend strategies to prevent future occurrences and manage the pain.
- Bird Flu: While bird flu is relatively rare in children, pediatricians are important healthcare providers to contact if you suspect your child might have it, ensuring prompt medical attention if needed.
- ADHD and-or ADD: If your child struggles with focus or impulsiveness, a pediatrician can evaluate for ADHD or ADD and guide you through treatment options, including medication and therapy.
- Fever: A fever is a high body temperature, and pediatricians help diagnose its cause and recommend treatment to bring the fever down and address any underlying illness.
- Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis): Is your child experiencing redness and irritation in their eye? A pediatrician can determine if it's pinkeye and provide appropriate treatment.
- Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema): Atopic dermatitis, or eczema, is a common skin condition causing itchy, dry, and inflamed skin that pediatricians help manage with creams, ointments, and advice on skin care.
- 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.
- Constipation: If your child is struggling with infrequent, hard stools, your pediatrician can assess the cause and provide treatment for their constipation.
- Ringworm: Ringworm is a common fungal infection of the skin that your pediatrician can diagnose and treat with antifungal creams or medications.
- 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. Wilkins offers a range of services designed to diagnose, manage, and treat various health concerns:
- Circumcision: Circumcision is a surgical procedure to remove the foreskin from the penis.
- Immunization Administration: During a visit, your child might receive an immunization, which is a vaccine to protect against various diseases.
- Smoking Cessation Counseling: Smoking cessation counseling helps parents quit smoking to create a healthier home environment for their children.
- Wellness Examination: A wellness examination is a checkup where your pediatrician checks your child's growth, development, and overall health.
- Dyslexia Assessment: This test checks for signs of dyslexia, a condition making reading and spelling challenging, to support early intervention.
- Depression Screening: Depression screening helps pediatricians identify if your child is experiencing symptoms of depression.
- Allergy Shots: Allergy shots are a treatment option for children with moderate to severe allergies, helping to manage symptoms and improve their quality of life.
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. Wilkins 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 for allergic conjunctivitis, a child experienced significant relief from itchy, red eyes, enabling them to return to their normal activities without discomfort. Working with the pediatrician, they developed a management plan to prevent future flare-ups.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and personalized treatment plan from a pediatrician, a child experienced significant pain relief from their canker sores and learned strategies to prevent future outbreaks.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and treatment plan from a pediatrician, a child successfully managed their bird flu, experiencing a swift recovery and return to normal activities. The pediatrician's guidance helped the family understand how to best support the child's health during this time.
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:
As You Are
110 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX, 78205
Phone: (866) 219-8595
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- New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (Medical School)
- American Board of Pediatrics (Pediatrics)
Here are answers to some common questions about receiving Pediatric care with Dr. Wilkins:
- What is the difference between a Pediatrician and a Family Medicine doctor for my child?
- Pediatricians are specialists trained exclusively to care for 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 kids, resulting in 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 crucial for monitoring growth and development, ensuring vaccinations are up to date, and performing necessary screenings. They also provide a valuable opportunity to discuss important topics like nutrition, sleep, safety, and behavior with Dr. Wilkins.
- 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. Colic and reflux are very common concerns. Dr. Wilkins 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.
- 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. Wilkins 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. Wilkins manages chronic conditions like asthma and food allergies by creating a personalized action plan for each child. This plan includes managing daily medications, providing prescriptions for emergency medications, and educating families on avoiding triggers. She also coordinates care with specialists, such as 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 language, movement, thinking, and social skills. This helps us celebrate milestones and identify any areas where additional support might be needed.
- Can a pediatrician help with behavioral issues like ADHD or tantrums?
- Dr. Wilkins and our practice are here to help with behavioral issues. Pediatricians are trained to evaluate a child's overall health, including behavioral and mental health, and can provide an initial assessment for conditions like ADHD. We can offer parenting strategies and make referrals to child psychologists or developmental specialists for further testing and support, if needed.
- Does my child need an antibiotic every time they have a cold or a cough?
- Antibiotics are only effective against bacterial infections, not viral infections like colds and coughs. Overusing antibiotics can be harmful, so Dr. Wilkins will carefully evaluate your child's symptoms to determine if an antibiotic is necessary. She will not prescribe one unnecessarily.
As You Are
110 E Houston St
San Antonio TX 78205
Phone: (866) 219-8595
Sania Wilkins, DO 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): 1225000938
Registration can typically be verified through The Texas Medical Board website or by direct inquiry.
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