Pediatrics on the Geaux
The idea for Pediatrics on the Geaux came from my background as a mother and a pediatric ER physician. When my 4 year old started pre-k, I was surprised that he needed a doctor’s note every time he missed school with a fever. I started thinking about working parents and how hard it must be to try to schedule time with the pediatrician, miss work, and take a child who doesn’t feel well out of their home. If the child is stable, could they be evaluated via telemedicine? Yes! Of course! Could the parent have a physician note emailed to…