Pediatrics
At Baton Rouge General we care for newborns, the elderly and every one in between! And we know that the care of children takes a special touch. Our team of experts are here to help your child stay well and give them a strong healthy foundation that will carry into adulthood.
Specialties & Services
- Adolescent Care
- Breast exams
- Allergies
- Asthma
- Behavioral issues
- Burn treatment
- Childhood Diseases
- Child growth and development
- Cold & flu
- HPV vaccines
- Immunizations
- Physical exams
- Physical therapy
- Puberty and sexual health
- Occupational therapy
- Preventive care and well check visits
- Screenings and sports physicals
- Sleep studies
- Specialist referrals
- Speech therapy (link to rehab pages)
- STD education
- Telehealth visits
- Testicular exams
What to Expect at a Well-child Visit
Depending on the age of your child, a well-child visit will include measuring their growth, providing screenings and making sure your child is hitting developmental milestones throughout their childhood and into adolescence. Recommended vaccines may also be administered at these visits.
Become a Patient
Schedule by Phone
Call (225) 763-4500 to schedule your child’s appointment today.
Virtual Care On Demand
Need to see a doctor right away? See a provider virtually when you're ready
using BRG Virtual Care.
BRG Virtual Care
In order to do a virtual care visit you must have one of the following:
- Webcam/microphone enabled computer (Google Chrome browser recommended)
- Smartphone with Teams app
Primary Care New Patient Fast Pass
If you are a new patient scheduled for an in-person appointment or an online virtual visit, Baton Rouge General Physicians offers a fast track pre-registration process that enables you to save time and have a touchless experience in our offices. Click here to learn more.
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Vincent L. Shaw, Jr., MDFamily Medicine, Pediatrics, Primary Care, Sports Medicine
- 225-381-6620
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Daniel Moore, MDPediatrics
- 225-246-9290
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Desi R. Valentine, MDFamily Medicine, Pediatrics, Primary Care
- 225-381-6620
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Shaun Spinks, MDFamily Medicine, Pediatrics, Primary Care
- 225-333-3636
- Virtual Visits
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Jacob Wood, MDFamily Medicine, Pediatrics, Primary Care, Sports Medicine
- 225-763-4929
- Virtual Visits
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Arthur G. Tribou, MDPediatrics
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James Waddill, MD,FAAFPFamily Medicine, Pediatrics, Primary Care
- 225-381-6620
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Leslie L. Bostick, MDPediatrics
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Robert Sudduth, DOFamily Medicine, Pediatrics, Primary Care
- 225-667-3100
- Virtual Visits
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