Sunanda Kotagiri, MD is a Pediatrician practicing at her clinic in Houston, TX, dedicated to providing comprehensive pediatric care for infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. 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. Prospective patients should call (832) 237-8882 to confirm if the provider is currently accepting new patients.
Dr. Kotagiri is a pediatrician in Houston, TX, with over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She earned her degree from University Of Health Sciences, Guntur Medical College in 1997 and is Board Certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics. With a wealth of clinical knowledge and care cultivated over her extensive career, she is affiliated with Texas Children's Hospital, and she is accepting telehealth appointments. Dr. Kotagiri's approach to care is rooted in collaborative, evidence-based medicine, fostering a supportive environment where patients and families feel empowered in their healthcare decisions. She provides consultations primarily in English.
A strong patient-provider partnership is the foundation of effective healthcare. Dr. Kotagiri is committed to being a partner in your health journey, focusing on practical strategies to protect your health and well-being.
Dr. Kotagiri provides comprehensive pediatric care, focusing on building strong relationships with families. She prioritizes open communication, ensuring parents understand treatment plans and next steps. Her approach integrates routine well-child visits, management of common illnesses and chronic conditions, and seamless coordination with specialists to support optimal child health and development throughout their growth.
By working together, you and Dr. Kotagiri can create a clear, actionable plan that respects your individual needs and healthcare goals.
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- Choice Care Network PPO
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- Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
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- Superior Health Plan
As your primary healthcare provider, Dr. Kotagiri offers expert diagnosis and management for a wide range of common health conditions. Common areas of focus include:
- Influenza (Flu): Influenza is a common viral infection causing fever, cough, and body aches; your pediatrician can offer advice and treatment options.
- Newborn Jaundice: Newborn jaundice is a yellowish discoloration of the skin and eyes in newborns, often caused by a buildup of bilirubin, and pediatricians monitor and treat it to prevent complications.
- 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.
- 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: Constipation in children means infrequent or difficult bowel movements, and your pediatrician can help diagnose and treat it with lifestyle changes or medication.
- 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.
- Fever-Induced Seizure: A fever-induced seizure is a convulsion caused by a high fever in children, and pediatricians are trained to diagnose and manage these events, ensuring your child's safety and providing reassurance.
- Bedwetting: Pediatricians help children and their families cope with bedwetting by assessing potential medical or behavioral factors and suggesting solutions like alarms, medication, or behavioral therapy.
- Wheezing: Wheezing is a common symptom in children that sounds like a whistling noise with each breath; a pediatrician can diagnose the cause and recommend treatment to improve breathing.
- Conduct Disorder: Conduct disorder is a behavioral problem in children and teens marked by aggression, breaking rules, and disregarding others' feelings, and pediatricians help manage it with therapy and family support.
- 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.
- Down Syndrome: Children with Down syndrome often require specialized medical care, and your pediatrician is your key partner in coordinating this care, from physical therapy to heart screenings.
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. Kotagiri offers a range of services designed to diagnose, manage, and treat various health concerns:
- Immunization Administration: Vaccines are given to help prevent diseases and keep your child healthy; this is called immunization administration.
- Wellness Examination: Your pediatrician uses wellness exams to monitor your child's development and make sure they're meeting milestones.
- Newborn and Well-Child Care: Expect routine screenings, vaccinations, and personalized advice on nutrition, safety, and healthy habits at your child's well-child visits.
- Medication Management: This service helps your pediatrician manage your child's prescription medications, making sure they're used correctly and safely.
- Smoking Cessation Counseling: This service offers guidance and support to parents who smoke and want to quit smoking for the benefit of their children's health.
- Psychiatric Evaluation: If your child is struggling emotionally or behaviorally, a psychiatric evaluation can determine the cause and recommend appropriate support or therapy.
- Camp Physical Examination: This exam checks your child's overall health to clear them for participation in summer camp programs.
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. Kotagiri 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 treatment plan, a patient felt significant improvement from influenza symptoms within a few days, thanks to the pediatrician's guidance. The patient was able to return to their normal activities sooner than expected.
- Following a pediatrician's guidance, a newborn successfully managed their jaundice, allowing for healthy development and a happy home environment. Regular monitoring and appropriate treatment ensured a positive outcome for the infant.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and treatment plan for otitis media, a young patient felt noticeably better within days, and the infection resolved completely, allowing them to return to their normal activities.
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.
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11811 Fallbrook Dr # B-2, Houston, TX, 77065
Phone: (832) 237-8882
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11840 FM 1960 Rd W, Houston, TX, 77065
Phone: (832) 912-7044
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- UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES / GUNTUR MEDICAL COLLEGE (Medical School) - 1997
- American Board of Pediatrics (Pediatrics)
Here are answers to some common questions about receiving Pediatric care with Dr. Kotagiri:
- 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 deep expertise in this area.
- 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 important screenings. They also provide a valuable opportunity to discuss concerns about nutrition, sleep, safety, and behavior with Dr. Kotagiri.
- 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. Overuse of antibiotics can harm your child's health. Dr. Kotagiri will carefully evaluate your child to determine if an antibiotic is necessary and will not prescribe one unnecessarily.
- My baby seems to be crying all the time. Can you help with issues like colic or reflux?
- We understand how distressing it can be when a baby cries frequently. Dr. Kotagiri can examine your baby to rule out any underlying medical issues, offer soothing strategies, and discuss potential dietary changes or medications to help manage colic or reflux.
- Can a pediatrician help with behavioral issues like ADHD or tantrums?
- Yes, Dr. Kotagiri can help. Pediatricians are trained to evaluate children's behavioral and mental health, and can provide an initial assessment for conditions like ADHD. They can also offer parenting strategies and refer families to specialists for further support if needed.
- How do you manage chronic conditions like asthma or food allergies?
- Dr. Kotagiri 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 the family on avoiding triggers. She also coordinates care with specialists like allergists or pulmonologists as needed.
- 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. Kotagiri 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 simple set of questions and checklists used during well-child visits to track a child's progress in language, movement, thinking, and social skills. It's a routine way to celebrate milestones and identify any areas where additional support might be beneficial. These screenings help us monitor a child's development and ensure they are on track.
11811 Fallbrook Dr # B-2
Houston TX 77065
Phone: (832) 237-8882
Sunanda Kotagiri, 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): 1780899989
Registration can typically be verified through The Texas Medical Board website or by direct inquiry.
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