What to expect at our clinics
Regular infectious disease clinics are held in the mornings on the following days and locations:
- Tuesday: West County Children’s Specialty Care Center
- Wednesday: South County Children’s Specialty Care Center
- Thursday: St. Louis Children’s Hospital, 2nd floor, Suite 2D
Please see specific locations for further details.
Initial visit
An initial visit may last 1-2 hours and may include additional time for laboratory tests or x-rays. Arriving 15 minutes early for your first appointment allows us to address any registration and insurance issues. Punctual arrival for follow-up appointments ensures timely and appropriate care for your family.
Typically, you will be seen by both the attending physician in infectious diseases and one of their physician associates, often meeting the associate first. As St. Louis Children’s Hospital is a teaching institution, expect a detailed and thorough evaluation.
Preparation
To optimize your visit, please have your child’s doctor provide a written summary of your child’s health issue and any pertinent x-rays or laboratory test results. While you can bring these materials with you, it is preferable to have them faxed to us at 855-887-7850 before your appointment. Additionally, arrange for a copy of any relevant x-rays, MRI, etc., on a DVD from your physician’s office or radiology facility.
Follow-up
Following your initial outpatient visit, our staff will communicate the evaluation results to your child’s personal physician, either by phone or in writing. Should additional visits be necessary to discuss test results or monitor treatment response, we will schedule them accordingly.
Insurance
The Department of Pediatrics will file insurance claims on your behalf. Please bring your insurance information/cards to your appointment.