Valcourt Pediatric Associates - Aiken

Valcourt Pediatric Associates - Aiken Valcourt Pediatric Associates is a family-owned pediatric group with locations in GA & SC. New patients welcome.

Our Aiken office offers flexible scheduling, telehealth, and compassionate care. Welcome to Valcourt Pediatric Associates — a trusted pediatric practice proudly serving families across Georgia and South Carolina. At Valcourt Pediatric Associates, we care and we listen. We provide personalized care that supports the whole child — physically, emotionally, and culturally. Our diverse team is committed to creating a safe, welcoming space for every family, with a focus on wellness, open communication, and trusted medical guidance. We proudly serve families across two states, with four convenient locations:

📍 Augusta, GA — (706) 955-4639
📍 Aiken, SC — (803)-226-0005
📍 Ridgeland, SC — (843) 784-3636
📍 Walterboro, SC — (843) 599-9064

Whether you’re visiting us in the city or a smaller community, every office reflects our commitment to consistency, warmth, and quality pediatric care.�

Screens are part of childhood now, for learning, playing, even connecting. But too much screen time can quietly crowd ou...
11/21/2025

Screens are part of childhood now, for learning, playing, even connecting. But too much screen time can quietly crowd out something kids really need: fresh air, sunlight, and unstructured play.

We call it “green time” and it matters more than most parents realize.
Outdoor play builds balance, focus, and emotional regulation. It lowers stress hormones and boosts vitamin D, both essential for strong growth and immunity.

At Valcourt Pediatric Associates, we help families find realistic ways to unplug without guilt.
Start small:
🌿 Swap one show for a short walk.
🌞 Let homework breaks happen outside.
🚴 Turn family time into fresh-air time.

Because healthy kids aren’t just connected, they’re grounded.
And sometimes, the best medicine is found under the open sky. 💚

Aiken’s beautiful landscapes and open skies also bring one challenge for families, pollen and air quality that can impac...
11/20/2025

Aiken’s beautiful landscapes and open skies also bring one challenge for families, pollen and air quality that can impact kids with asthma.

At Valcourt Pediatric Associates, we understand the unique asthma challenges that families in Aiken face during allergy season and throughout the year. We’re here to make sure you have the information and support you need to help your child breathe easy.

Here’s how you can manage asthma in Aiken:

🌳 Know Your Triggers:
Pollen and air quality often spike in the spring, which can worsen asthma symptoms. Keep track of local pollen forecasts and make necessary adjustments to avoid outdoor exposure during high-pollen days.

💨 Use Your Inhaler as Directed:
If your child has a rescue inhaler, make sure it’s always within reach. Educate them on how and when to use it.

🌿 Create an Asthma Action Plan:
Work with your pediatrician to establish an asthma action plan, outlining daily medications, symptoms to watch for, and when to seek help. Regular follow-up visits at Valcourt ensure you’re always ahead of the game.

🏡 Create a Clean, Safe Environment:
Pollen can sneak indoors, so keep windows closed on high-pollen days, and consider using air purifiers to reduce indoor allergens.

Valcourt Pediatric Associates is here to support you through every season, helping families stay prepared, informed, and in control of their asthma management.

Let’s ensure your child’s lungs stay strong, so they can continue to enjoy the outdoors and everything Aiken has to offer.

Every parent has those moments, a sudden fever, a new cough, or a night that feels longer than it should.You’re not alon...
11/19/2025

Every parent has those moments, a sudden fever, a new cough, or a night that feels longer than it should.
You’re not alone in wondering, “Should I call the pediatrician, or just give it time?”

At Valcourt Pediatric Associates, we’re here to make that decision a little easier, with care that’s calm, clear, and family-centered.

💬 Call us right away if:

Your child’s fever lasts more than 3 days or goes over 104°F.

They’re unusually tired, refusing to drink, or breathing quickly.

You notice persistent vomiting, dehydration, or a sudden rash.

🌿 It’s okay to just breathe when:

Your child still plays, eats, and drinks, even if they’re a bit under the weather.

A low fever eases with fluids and rest.

You’re seeing gradual improvement each day.

✨ Pro Tip: Keep a “wellness basket” at home, thermometer, hydration drinks, saline spray, and their favorite comfort item. Small things bring calm during uncertain moments.

Because knowing when to call, and when to simply care, comfort, and wait, builds both confidence and connection. 💛

Valcourt Pediatric Associates is a family-owned pediatric group serving Georgia and South Carolina with flexible scheduling, telehealth, and compassionate care for every stage of childhood.

In a world that never seems to slow down, Sundays are a gentle reminder that rest is part of health too.For kids, downti...
11/17/2025

In a world that never seems to slow down, Sundays are a gentle reminder that rest is part of health too.

For kids, downtime isn’t wasted time, it’s how their brains reset, their bodies recover, and their emotions settle.
And for parents, slowing down together strengthens the bonds that carry families through the busy week ahead.

At Valcourt Pediatric Associates, we see rest as more than recovery, it’s a key part of emotional regulation, focus, and physical wellness.

So today, skip the schedule.
Have breakfast a little later.
Go for a walk. Read a story twice. Laugh a little longer.

Healthy growth isn’t just measured in inches and checkups, it’s found in these quiet, connected moments that refill everyone’s cup. 💛

Valcourt Pediatric Associates is a family-owned pediatric group with offices across Georgia and South Carolina, offering compassionate care, flexible scheduling, and telehealth for busy families.

In small towns like Walterboro, Aiken, and Augusta, care looks a little different.It’s the doctor who remembers your chi...
11/14/2025

In small towns like Walterboro, Aiken, and Augusta, care looks a little different.
It’s the doctor who remembers your child’s first steps, and asks about their first day of school.
It’s the nurse who knows your family by name, and the same friendly faces that greet you at every visit.

That’s the heart of Valcourt Pediatric Associates, a family-owned pediatric group built on relationships, trust, and time.

For us, healthcare isn’t transactional.
It’s generational.
We’ve watched children grow into young adults, and sometimes even return as parents themselves.

That kind of continuity creates care that’s more personal, more compassionate, and more connected, because when your pediatrician truly knows your family, every decision is guided by understanding, not just charts.

Whether it’s a routine checkup, a telehealth visit, or a reassuring call when you’re worried, we’re here with the same promise:
to treat your family like part of ours. 💛

Valcourt Pediatric Associates proudly serves families across Georgia and South Carolina, offering flexible scheduling, telehealth, and care that grows with you through every stage of childhood.

Behind every visit at Valcourt Pediatric Associates is a simple promise, that your child’s care will always come from pe...
11/13/2025

Behind every visit at Valcourt Pediatric Associates is a simple promise, that your child’s care will always come from people who know your family, listen to your concerns, and celebrate every milestone with you.

Meet Dr. Valcourt, founder and lead pediatrician of Valcourt Pediatric Associates, a family-owned practice serving Georgia and South Carolina.

For Dr. Valcourt, pediatrics has never been just about medicine.
It’s about connection, about seeing each child as part of a story that begins at home and grows through every checkup, every question, and every moment of trust.

Her vision was to build something lasting: a practice that combines expert medical care with the comfort of community and the warmth of family.

Today, that vision lives on in every appointment, through compassionate providers, flexible scheduling, telehealth access, and the continuity of care that families rely on year after year.

💬 “I’ve always believed that when families feel heard and supported, healing happens more naturally.
That’s the foundation of everything we do.” Dr. Valcourt

Because at Valcourt Pediatric Associates, care isn’t just a service, it’s a relationship that grows with your family. 🌿

Parent burnout is more common than most people admit.Between work, family, and daily responsibilities, it’s easy to forg...
11/11/2025

Parent burnout is more common than most people admit.
Between work, family, and daily responsibilities, it’s easy to forget that you need care too.

Fatigue, irritability, and emotional distance are often signs that your energy reserves are low, not that you’re doing something wrong.
Parenting is full-time care, and constant care without recovery leads to exhaustion.

Taking breaks, asking for help, and setting boundaries aren’t luxuries, they’re essential parts of healthy parenting.
Children learn emotional balance not just from what we say, but from what we model. When they see you rest, breathe, and care for yourself, they learn that wellbeing matters for everyone.

At Valcourt Pediatrics, we remind parents that wellness isn’t only about the child, it’s about the whole family system.
When parents feel supported, children thrive. 💙

For busy families in Aiken, telehealth has become a game-changer.At Valcourt Pediatric Associates, we know that life in ...
11/10/2025

For busy families in Aiken, telehealth has become a game-changer.
At Valcourt Pediatric Associates, we know that life in a rural community sometimes makes getting to the clinic feel like a challenge. That’s why our telehealth services make it easy for you to access care from the comfort of your home.

Whether it’s a quick follow-up, a non-emergency question, or even a mental health check-in, telehealth connects you to Dr. Johnson and the entire Valcourt Pediatric Associates team, without the hassle of travel.

💻 Here’s why parents love it:

Convenience: No driving or waiting in the office. Just a quick, secure online visit.

Time-Saving: Ideal for follow-ups, non-urgent concerns, or general questions, saving you valuable time.

Comfort: Your child is at ease in their own home, making the visit less stressful.

Access to Expertise: Whether you’re in Aiken or anywhere in Georgia & South Carolina, you get the same top-notch care.

Telehealth allows us to continue providing the personal, compassionate care we’re known for, all while making healthcare more accessible to busy families in our community.

At Valcourt Pediatric Associates, we’re always here for you, just a click away. 💻🌿

We’ve all been there, one search bar, one symptom, and suddenly you’re deep in a spiral of worst-case scenarios.Your chi...
11/08/2025

We’ve all been there, one search bar, one symptom, and suddenly you’re deep in a spiral of worst-case scenarios.
Your child sneezes, and within minutes, you’re convinced it’s something you can’t pronounce.

The internet can be an incredible source of information, but it’s not the same as personalised care.
Dr. Google knows data.
Your pediatrician knows your child.

A quick online search can miss the details that matter: your child’s history, environment, age, and context.
That’s why real conversations still matter most.

When you talk to your pediatrician, you get more than answers, you get reassurance, a plan, and peace of mind that no website can provide.

At Valcourt Pediatrics, we believe informed parents make the best decisions, but we also know that too much information, without guidance, can lead to anxiety instead of clarity.
So keep learning, keep asking questions, just make sure you’re asking someone who knows your child’s story, not just their symptoms. 💙

Growth spurts are easy to spot when clothes don’t fit or shoes suddenly feel small.But some of the biggest growth happen...
11/06/2025

Growth spurts are easy to spot when clothes don’t fit or shoes suddenly feel small.
But some of the biggest growth happens where we can’t see it, in a child’s mind, heart, and sense of self.

There are times when your child might seem more emotional, more sensitive, or more defiant.
They might cling one day and push away the next.
That’s not regression, it’s reorganization.
Their brain and body are syncing, their emotions expanding to make room for new understanding.

Cognitive and emotional spurts often arrive together:
✨ A burst of curiosity.
✨ A wave of independence.
✨ A flood of feelings they don’t yet have words for.

These phases can look like frustration, but they’re actually forward motion.
Every tear, question, or mood swing is your child learning who they are and how to navigate a changing world.

So when growth feels chaotic, try to pause before worrying.
What looks like “acting out” may simply be growing up.

At Valcourt Pediatrics, we remind parents that not all progress is quiet or visible.
Sometimes, it’s loud, emotional, and wonderfully human.
Because every spurt, physical, emotional, or cognitive, is a sign that your child is learning how to stretch into their next self. 🌼

As the seasons shift, so does the air around us, and for many children, that means a wave of sneezes, sniffles, or tight...
11/04/2025

As the seasons shift, so does the air around us, and for many children, that means a wave of sneezes, sniffles, or tighter breaths.

It’s not just “spring pollen” or “autumn air.”
For kids with asthma or allergies, even small weather changes can challenge how they breathe and feel.

The good news?
Most of these flare-ups can be managed, and even prevented, with the right routines.

💨 Keep windows closed on high pollen days.
💧 Use a humidifier or air purifier when the air gets dry.
🏃‍♀️ Encourage gentle indoor play during windy or dusty days.
🩺 Schedule checkups before the season changes, so you’re ready, not reacting.

And most importantly, teach your child to notice their body:
the first sign of a cough, a short breath, or an itchy nose.
Awareness is the first step toward control.

At Valcourt Pediatrics, we help families understand their child’s unique patterns, so each season feels less like a struggle and more like an opportunity to thrive.
Because with the right care, every breath can feel like a new beginning. 🍃

Rainy days often keep families indoors, but good health never takes a break.At Valcourt Pediatric Associates – Aiken, we...
11/03/2025

Rainy days often keep families indoors, but good health never takes a break.
At Valcourt Pediatric Associates – Aiken, we help parents turn quiet days into opportunities for healthy growth and calm routines.

💧 Hydration still matters.
Kids tend to drink less water indoors, a reminder to keep water bottles handy to support focus and energy.

🍲 Nutrition fuels immunity.
Balanced meals rich in fruits, greens, and whole grains help protect against seasonal bugs.

🏃‍♀️ Movement keeps bodies strong.
Indoor stretching, dancing, or simple obstacle courses keep muscles and moods balanced.

😴 Routine builds resilience.
Consistent rest supports emotional balance and a stronger immune system, even on cloudy days.

And when sniffles, coughs, or fevers show up, our Aiken team is ready with flexible scheduling, telehealth visits, and compassionate care for every child and family.

Valcourt Pediatric Associates is a family-owned pediatric group serving families across Georgia and South Carolina.
Our Aiken office provides convenient access, same-day sick visits, and a warm, community-based approach to children’s health.

Because whether it’s sunny or stormy, we’re here to help Aiken families grow healthy, together. 🌦️

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410 Barnwell Avenue NW
Aiken, SC
29801

Opening Hours

Monday 1pm - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 12:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 1pm - 5pm

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