Monarch Pediatrics

08/01/2026

We're talking about back to school already! Summer always seems to fly so quickly and while some kids are excited about starting their next grade, for some it can be anxiety provoking, especially if they had a rough time the previous school year. Helping them prepare and gradually ease into it can be challenging for parents.

To begin with, acknowledge the worry and validate their concerns.
If your school offers a "meet up" for the students and teachers, consider having your child attend one.
Start changing their routines a few weeks early such as earlier bedtime and limiting screens before bed.
Remind and praise your child for their strengths and give them something to look forward to!

Enjoy the last few weeks of summer! ☀️💦🚌

07/29/2026

Toystory 5 is a must watch! I took the kids hoping to get a decent nap while they watch but ended up enjoying it the most. It touches on topics related to tech use and lack of play with regular toys and the movie makers have presented the idea so beautifully. It is great to see good old Woody still saving the day even as he is getting old lol. Sit down and watch this one with your kids, it's fun!

07/27/2026

Office will be closed 07/27-07/31. Urgent calls will be answered by a medical provider. We will be open usual business hours from August 3rd. Have a great week!

07/22/2026

07/22/2026

The CDC is continuing to investigate several outbreaks of cyclosporiasis across multiple U.S. states. Here are steps you can take to help protect your family from the parasite. And remember: Careful washing of produce may not completely remove Cyclospora but it can help reduce risk. It’s best to cook all produce until they reach an internal temperature of 158 degrees Fahrenheit. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4fbAByR

07/13/2026

Cyclosporiasis is a diarrhea causing illness that has been spreading in Michigan. It is spread by consuming contaminated produce and water. It causing watery, explosive diarrhea and abdominal cramps.

Here are some tips for prevention:

Wash hands before starting to prepare food
Wash all produce thoroughly with running water, you may use water and vinegar in 1:3 ratio
Consider avoiding fruits with irregular surfaces such as raspberries until the outbreak stops. If you must consume them, wash thoroughly in running water, scrub produce with hard surfaces
Avoid pre washed greens. Buy whole and wash thoroughly. Remove outer layers of cabbage or lettuce head
Wash produce before peeling
Wipe down and sanitize surfaces after preparing raw produce

For official updates on current outbreaks in your area, you can visit the CDC Cyclosporiasis Prevention or Michigan Department of Health & Human Services pages.

06/29/2026

Our office will have limited hours this week as Dr. Rao is on vacation.
We appreciate your patience and understanding. If your child has a medical emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. For urgent medical concerns that cannot wait until the office reopens, please call the office number and leave a message 248-609-1800

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to serving you during our adjusted schedule.

List of local urgent cares and Emergency Rooms:

Urgent Care:

Rochester:

Beaumont Urgent care
3200 Walton Blvd Rochester Hills
248-809-5224

Lake Orion and Oxford:

Beaumont Urgent care
845 S Lapeer Rd, Lake Orion MI 48362
248-469-0011

McLaren Oakland Oxford Emergency Room

385 N Lapeer Rd, Oxford MI 48371
248-628-3000

Waterford:

2446 Elizabeth Lake Rd, Waterford Twp, MI 48328
248-309-3344

Clarkston:

Pine K**b Urgent care
6310 Sashabaw Rd, Suite C, Clarkston MI 48346
248-297-5282

Emergencies:

Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak
3555 W 13 Mile Road Royal Oak MI 48073
855-863-8761

Beaumont Hospital, Troy
44201 Dequindre Rd Troy MI 48085
248-964-5000

Children's Hospital of Michigan, Troy
350 W Big Beaver Rd Troy MI 48084
248-524-7180

Thank you.

06/22/2026

Happy Father’s day to all the wonderful dads!