Potomac Pediatrics

Potomac Pediatrics Pediatric medical practice offering psychiatry, nutrition, lactation, and fitness services.

We strive to provide care and support that extends beyond the exam room. Here at Potomac Pediatrics we offer unique classes and seminars for parents! Our goal is to offer you up to date medical knowledge that is provided in a gentle manner and is easy to understand. We pride ourselves in providing state-of-the-art medical care and, in that pursuit, we meet once a month to review the medical journals and current relevant studies. We maintain our board certification status by actively participating in continuing medical education.

From Dr. Suri: Potomac Pediatrics is excited to offer a new Sexual Reproduction Class designed specifically for teens ag...
02/27/2026

From Dr. Suri:
Potomac Pediatrics is excited to offer a new Sexual Reproduction Class designed specifically for teens ages 10-13!

What: Led by Dr. Neha Suri, this class helps young adolescents better understand their changing bodies in a safe, age-appropriate, and medically accurate environment.
We’ll cover topics such as:
- How reproduction works
- Physical & emotional changes of puberty
- Periods, erections & normal development
- Respecting personal boundaries & healthy relationships
- Common questions & myths
We use trusted, evidence-based resources from Girlology.com, developed by pediatricians and adolescent health experts.

Who: Ages 10–13 (+ Adult encouraged to attend)

When: Wednesday, April 15, 5:00 -7:00 PM

Where: Potomac Pediatrics

Our goal: To give your child the tools, clarity, and confidence they need to navigate puberty comfortably - and to help open healthy conversations at home. When children understand their bodies, they grow with confidence and strength. So let’s start the conversation now, before the world does!

Sign up through our website, or via the link: potomacpediatrics.com/reproduction-new/

From Dr. Kennedy:Introducing allergens can be stressful, but check out the tips in Dr. Barrios’ blog post (link below) o...
02/16/2026

From Dr. Kennedy:

Introducing allergens can be stressful, but check out the tips in Dr. Barrios’ blog post (link below) on doing so to help reduce the risk of food allergies.

Swipe for a picture of my son loving his first taste of peanut butter (served thinned/mixed with his milk)
- If your baby is prone to rashes, try to avoid it touching their cheeks so you don’t confuse irritation for an allergic reaction!
- Reminder: Whole nuts are a choking hazard.
- Give it 3-4 times within a week early in the day so you can observe them for a couple of hours after to ensure no reaction. Avoid doing this right before bedtime!
- If you’re still nervous, join our peanut butter parties where a trained nurse is present as you introduce allergens



https://potomacpediatrics.com/early-peanut-introduction-why-and-how/

From Dr. Pedoeim: The snow days may have provided a brief respite from winter illnesses, back to school also means back ...
02/03/2026

From Dr. Pedoeim:

The snow days may have provided a brief respite from winter illnesses, back to school also means back to germs- including a slight uptick in the stomach flu 🤢 Here’s a refresher on what you need to know for this most dreaded trend:

Vomiting is often the first symptom to appear and lasts about 1-2 days. Kids in particular may have several episodes of vomiting over a short period of a few hours. Diarrhea often starts after vomiting (or shortly before) and can last anywhere from days to weeks (!) in younger toddlers 💩

During this time, keeping your child hydrated is key! Focus on small frequent sips of water or a rehydrating drink such as Pedialyte. Once vomiting stops, you can slowly reintroduce food. Start with bland, easy-to-digest foods like bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast - aka the classic BRAT diet 🍌🍚🍎🍞

Viral gastroenteritis is highly contagious for the first 48 hours. Encourage frequent hand washing, disinfect surfaces, and remind everyone in the house to avoid sharing utensils or towels.

Viral gastroenteritis can typically be managed at home to help prevent the spread of illness, and most children also do not require prescription or over-the-counter meds for treatment. However, your child should be seen by a provider if they are vomiting for over 24 hours or if you are worried about dehydration. Look for signs that your child is hydrated by monitoring their urine output - they should have at least 3 wet diapers or urinate at least 3 times in 24 hours. 💦

Remember, while gastroenteritis is uncomfortable, most kids recover fully with rest and fluids 🥴

From Dr. Kennedy: Having a baby with colic is a unique level of stressful. You may feel that your experience as a parent...
01/23/2026

From Dr. Kennedy:
Having a baby with colic is a unique level of stressful. You may feel that your experience as a parent with a colicky newborn is different or harder than other parents, and that oftentimes is because it is! One remedy has shown promise at alleviating some of the crying in colic - probiotics! Speak to your pediatrician to see if this is okay to try in your baby

From Dr. Kennedy:Influenza A is here in a big way, especially after everyone gathered for the holidays with family!If yo...
01/07/2026

From Dr. Kennedy:
Influenza A is here in a big way, especially after everyone gathered for the holidays with family!

If you haven’t yet, it’s not too late to get a flu shot for your child. This year’s flu shot has proven to be more effective in children than older adults.

From AAP: “Early estimates of the 2025-’26 influenza vaccine effectiveness in England against influenza-associated hospitalizations remained within expected ranges of 70%-75% for children and 30%-40% for adults, showing vaccination is an effective tool in preventing influenza-related hospitalizations this season, according to the CDC.“

If you’re curious about the antiviral Tamiflu or Xofluza, feel free to ask your pediatrician!

Happy Holidays from our crew to yours!Potomac Pediatrics will closing early today 1pm, and POPNOW will be closing at 4pm...
12/24/2025

Happy Holidays from our crew to yours!
Potomac Pediatrics will closing early today 1pm, and POPNOW will be closing at 4pm. Both offices will be closed tomorrow while our staff celebrate with their families, but we’ll be back open bright and early on Friday, December 26! As always, our on-call advice line is live 24/7 while the office is closed.

Wishing all of our patients and families a happy and healthy end to 2025! ❄️

From Dr. Pedoeim: With these freezing cold days comes more dry, Irritated skin. Eczema, or atopic dermatitis, can be a m...
12/10/2025

From Dr. Pedoeim:
With these freezing cold days comes more dry, Irritated skin. Eczema, or atopic dermatitis, can be a major source of discomfort - for kids and adults! While eczema is a chronic condition with no one cure, there are several treatments and methods that can help manage symptoms, prevent flares, and provide relief. Wet wraps are an easy method that can be utilized at home to help soothe your child’s itching and irritation, and bring some moisture back to their skin! Once applied, we recommend keeping wet wraps on for at least half an hour - or ideally all night long 😴 Swipe for our step-by-step guide to wet wrap therapy 💦

From all of us at Potomac Pediatrics - thank you for trusting us to care for your children! Our offices are closed today...
11/27/2025

From all of us at Potomac Pediatrics - thank you for trusting us to care for your children! Our offices are closed today while our staff celebrate with their families, but POPNOW will be back open tomorrow with same-day sick visits! 🍁🦃

From Dr. Pedoeim:Cold season is here! Gentle nasal suction + a few drops of saline = big relief for tiny noses. Swipe fo...
11/21/2025

From Dr. Pedoeim:

Cold season is here! Gentle nasal suction + a few drops of saline = big relief for tiny noses. Swipe for tips to make suctioning a more successful (if not more pleasant) experience! 🤧

From Dr. Pedoeim:With cooler temperatures setting in, respiratory season may be just around the corner - bringing with i...
11/06/2025

From Dr. Pedoeim:

With cooler temperatures setting in, respiratory season may be just around the corner - bringing with it lots of stuffiness, runny noses, and fevers 🤒
We know that fevers mean staying home from daycare and school, but when does a fever warrant a visit to the doctor’s office? While there’s no one rule, here’s a few instances where your child should be seen:

- When a fever has lasted more than 3 days
- When a fever is above 104F (in a toddler/older child) or above 100.4F (in an infant - taken rectally!)
- When the fever is accompanied by dehydration or breathing concerns

While these loose guidelines may help you decide when to come in, it’s always best to trust your gut - parents, you know your kids best! And if you’re still unsure, remember that you can always call and speak to a member of our team for advice tailored to your child! 🤧

From all of us at Potomac Pediatrics, HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!! 🎃👻 Swipe to see some of the costumes from today!
10/31/2025

From all of us at Potomac Pediatrics, HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!! 🎃👻 Swipe to see some of the costumes from today!

From Dr. Pedoeim:We all know that feeling: the provider asks if you have any questions or concerns, and it seems like ev...
10/22/2025

From Dr. Pedoeim:
We all know that feeling: the provider asks if you have any questions or concerns, and it seems like every detailed thought you’ve been storing up for this visit suddenly slips out of your mind. We know that the stress and sleep-deprivation that comes with your child’s illness can make it hard to keep things straight, so we recommend keeping a list of questions ahead of time that you can refer to during your visit 🤒
Finding yourself wondering what questions to ask or what details to provide as we head into the winter illness season? Swipe for some suggestions of info that can help your provider take the best possible care of your child! 🩺

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15204 Omega Drive Ste 100
Rockville, MD
20850

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 12pm

Telephone

+13012796750

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Our goal is to offer you up to date medical knowledge that is provided in a gentle manner and is easy to understand. We pride ourselves in providing state-of-the-art medical care and, in that pursuit, we meet once a month to review the medical journals and current relevant studies. We maintain our board certification status by actively participating in continuing medical education.