Question 1

How often should I bring my child for well-child visits?

Accepted Answer

The frequency varies by age: newborns every 2 weeks (first 2 visits), 1-6 months monthly, 6-12 months every 2 months, 1-3 years every 3 months, 3-5 years every 6 months, and over 5 years every 6-12 months. At the first visit, I’ll give you a specific checkup calendar tailored to your child’s age and needs.

Question 2

What should I bring to the first checkup?

Accepted Answer

Bring the vaccination record (very important), newborn screening results if done (heel prick test), any prenatal ultrasounds if you have them, hospital discharge report from birth, and if your child has seen another pediatrician, bring those reports. Also write down your questions so you don’t forget them during the appointment.

Question 3

Do well-child visits include vaccinations?

Accepted Answer

Well-child visits and vaccinations are separate services. During the checkup, I review the vaccination schedule, check what vaccines are due by age, and inform you which ones your child needs. Vaccine administration has an additional variable cost depending on type (national vs. complementary vaccines). I can give vaccines the same day as the checkup if you bring them, or we can schedule a separate vaccination appointment.

Question 4

Where is the office located and is there parking?

Accepted Answer

The office is at Centro Médico Aurora, 4th Avenue 12-46 Zone 9, Guatemala. Yes, there is parking available (paid) at Centro Médico. The location is central and accessible from different areas of the city and nearby municipalities. The office is comfortable and child-friendly.

Question 5

How long do checkup appointments last and what’s the cost?

Accepted Answer

Checkup appointments last between 45 and 60 minutes. These are NOT rushed 15-minute visits - I dedicate full time to comprehensively evaluate your child, take all measurements, perform detailed physical exam, provide personalized guidance, and answer ALL your questions without rushing. The cost is Q300 per checkup. It’s an investment in your child’s preventive health.

Question 6

What’s the difference between well-child visits and sick visits?

Accepted Answer

Well-child visits are when your child is HEALTHY - it’s preventive medicine to monitor growth, development, and detect problems early before they cause symptoms. Sick visits are when your child is ILL (fever, cough, diarrhea, etc.) and needs diagnosis and treatment. Both are important but serve different purposes. Checkups shouldn’t be skipped even if your child seems healthy.

Well-Child Visits in Guatemala

Monitoring of your child’s healthy growth and development

When to bring your child for well-child visits?

Well-child visits prevent health problems

Why choose Dr. Sandy for your child’s checkups?

Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist

Full-Length Appointments

Maternal & Child Nutrition Training

Convenient Zone 9 Location

Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist

Full-Length Appointments

Maternal & Child Nutrition Training

Convenient Zone 9 Location

Ready for your child to receive specialized care?

What’s included in each well-child visit?

Measurements & Growth Charts

Developmental Assessment

Complete Physical Exam

Personalized Guidance

Measurements & Growth Charts

Developmental Assessment

Complete Physical Exam

Personalized Guidance

Specialized Pediatric Care in Zone 9

Dra. Sandyita Pedia - Zona 9

Office Hours

Emergency Care

Coverage Areas

Guatemala City

Metropolitan Area

Hospital Coverage

Frequently asked questions, clear answers

Other services you may be interested

Childhood Vaccinations

Maternal & Child Nutrition

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