Getzwell Pediatrics

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Although Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are the most studied and diagnosed psychiatric disorders affecting children, there is still little consensus about the root causes of the disorders and their appropriate treatments.   According to the CDC, almost 10% of all children in the United States have received an attention deficit [...]

Researchers in the field of “fetal origins” propose that the 40 week gestation period may be one of the most significant times of our lives.  The 9 months before birth may shape our susceptibility to disease and the functioning of our major organs as well as influence our temperament and intelligence.(1) Over the last fifty [...]

Research published in the June issue of the prestigious journal, Pediatrics, suggests that exposure to high levels of organophosphate pesticides may increase the risk for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. “Organophosphates are one of the most widely used pesticides in agriculture,” to quote from the article. In their study, Bouchard and her colleagues analyzed data [...]

Since its inception, San Francisco’s GetzWell Pediatrics has sought to redefine the field of pediatric medicine by providing customized health care for children and families. Some wonder why GetzWell is structured as a ‘fee-for-service’ or ‘direct pay’ practice rather than one that contracts with insurance companies. The reason is that GetzWell’s 21st century integrative approach [...]

Itsabelly baby planners and GetzWell Pediatrics will be collaborating to offer classes for expecting moms in an effort to guide them about “going green with baby.”  Itsabelly has received Co-op America’s green seal of approval and its mission is to offer eco-friendly services and products while supporting sustainability.  Stay tuned for dates/times of our first [...]

Unrushed Office Visits – Our office visits are unrushed. This allows us to cultivate relationships with families and partner with parents in helping them raise healthy, happy children. We believe that spending quality time with our patients (approximately 30-45 minutes per visit) is the bedrock of an integrative medicine approach versus a traditional Western medicine [...]

Routine Child Examinations – Whole kid care at GetzWell Pediatrics includes wellness visits at birth, 2 weeks, 1 month, 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months, 15 months, 18 months, 21 months, 24 months, 30 months, 36 months and annually after age 3. Routine wellness exams allow us to monitor your child’s [...]

24/7 Physician Access – Members of the practice can reach the pediatricians at GetzWell Pediatrics by telephone for urgent matters after hours and on a 24/7 basis. Members are provided an after hour number to reach the on call doctor. During regular business hours, please call the main office at 415.826.1701 to speak with a [...]

24/7 direct access – Members of the practice can reach the pediatricians at GetzWell Pediatrics by telephone for urgent matters after hours and on a 24/7 basis. Members are provided an after hour number to reach the on call doctor. During regular business hours, please call the main office at 415.826.1701 to speak with a [...]