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Agoura-West Valley Pediatrics

7320 WOODLAKE AVENUE | SUITE 270 | WEST HILLS | CA 91307
Phone(818) 340-3822 | Fax:(818) 340-8039

29525 CANWOOD STREET | SUITE 214 | AGOURA HILLS, CA 91301
Phone:(818) 706-1966 Fax: (818) 706-9857

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FAQs

Please take a moment to read our most commonly asked questions. We're always available to answer your questions and encourage you to contact our office if you have a question that is not answered below.

Q: What is a Pediatrician?

A: A pediatrician is a medical doctor who specializes in the care of children. Pediatricians have undergone special training in the health and illnesses of infants, teens and young adults, and the majority of pediatricians are certified by the American Board of Pediatrics after passing a comprehensive exam.

Pediatricians provide preventive health care for children in good health and medical care for children who are acutely or chronically ill. They also provide parents with support and advice with issues such as growth and development, safety and prevention, nutrition, and emotional wellness to foster a lifetime of good health.

Q: Can I meet my pediatrician before my baby is born?

A: Yes, in fact we strongly encourage parents-to-be to visit our office for a prenatal appointment. This is a great way to get acquainted with our office and our doctors. During this visit, we will answer any questions that you have about our practice or your new child. Visit our expectant parent's page for more information.

Q: How often should my child see the pediatrician?

A: Your child should not only see the pediatrician for an illness. It is also important to schedule well-child-care exams regularly, beginning in infancy. Also called well-care visits or checkups, these routine examinations provide the best opportunity for the doctor to observe the progress of your child's physical and mental growth and development; to counsel and teach parents; to detect problems through screening tests; to provide immunizations, and to get to know one another. Well-care visits are strongly recommended as part of preventive pediatric care.

Well-child visits are also a good time for parents to raise questions and concerns about a child's development, behavior, nutrition, safety and overall well-being.

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends this schedule for routine well-care visits:

  • 3 to 5 days
  • 1 month
  • 2 months
  • 4 months
  • 6 months
  • 9 months
  • 12 months
  • 15 months
  • 18 months
  • 24 months
  • 30 months
  • 3 years
  • 4 years
  • And once every year thereafter for an annual health supervision visit that includes a physical exam as well as a developmental, behavioral, and learning assessment.

Q: What is the best way to schedule an appointment with your office?

A: You can schedule an appointment by calling our office during regular business hours, or by requesting an appointment online.

Q: Is your office accepting new patients?

A: Yes, we always welcome new patients. Contact our office for additional information or request an appointment.

Q: Why does my child need to receive vaccinations?

A: Immunizations are a series of shots given to children at different ages to help ward off serious, and potentially fatal, childhood diseases. Making sure your child receives immunizations when scheduled is the best way to help protect your child from potentially fatal diseases. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, vaccinations have reduced the number of infections from vaccine-preventable diseases by more than 90%. If you're apprehensive about vaccinations, please do not hesitate to contact our office.

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Our Location

7320 Woodlake Avenue, Suite 270
West Hills, CA 91307
(818) 340-3822 

29525 Canwood St Suite 214
Agoura Hills, CA 91301
(818) 706-1966

Hours of Operation

  • *Open 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday in both offices*
  • *Open Saturdays in West Hills only from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM*
  • *Same day appointments are available*
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We Do Not Allow Walk In Appointments

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What's New?

  • Doctor McLaren is retiring in December
  • Agoura office location is closed on Saturdays. We are only open on Saturdays in West Hills.  
  • Now offering Virtual Visits, call us to register your child.
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Pediatrician - West Hills, Agoura-West Valley Pediatric Medical Group
7320 Woodlake Avenue, Suite 270, West Hills, Ca 91307 - Phone:(818) 340-3822 Fax:(818) 340-8039

Pediatrician - Agoura Hills, Agoura-West Valley Pediatric Medical Group
29525 Canwood St. Suite 214, Agoura Hills, CA 91301Phone:(818) 706-1966 Fax: (818) 706-9857

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