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Rising Star Pediatrics

Direct Primary Care & School Consultation. Need a physician for your school?

Dr. Marie Jean-Baptiste is a nationally board-certified Pediatrician licensed to practice in Florida, Georgia, Missouri and Texas

01/08/2026

In many clinics, messages wait because visits must come first.
That is a system issue, not a lack of concern.

01/06/2026

When a parent reaches out, it is rarely random. It is often the first sign that something needs attention.

01/04/2026

At Rising Star Pediatrics**, we treat communication as part of medical care, not an administrative task.

01/02/2026

Then, Now, and the Rising Star Way

Yesterday’s pediatrics gave us confidence. Today’s gives us knowledge. But only when you unite the two do you get wisdom.

At Rising Star Pediatrics, we bring back the doctor who knows your child by name — and pairs that relationship with evidence-based care, telehealth across states, and home visits when needed.

The best of then and now, reimagined for families who believe medicine should still feel personal — and still feel like hope.

12/31/2025

New Year's Resolution Check-in! ✅ 🩺

Are you looking for a fun way to stay active, meet your neighbors, and get some expert health tips—all at the same time?

Search no more! Dr. Marie and the Palms West Hospital Pediatric residents are hosting Walk with a Doc every single month, and you’re invited!

Why join us?

Consistency: We're here every 1st Saturday to help you stay on track.

Knowledge: We chat about everything from pediatric health to mental wellness.

Connection: Share tips, goals, and laughs with your community.

Let’s walk away the post-holiday stress and make some physical gains together!

📍 Location: Okeeheelee Park (Meet us at the Boat Rental Place) 🕗 When: 1st Saturday of the month @ 08:00 AM

Grab your sneakers and a friend—we can't wait to walk with you! 👟💨

12/30/2025

Technology Caught Up — Compassion Lagged Behind

Fast-forward to now: modern pediatrics has the data, the telemedicine, and the digital charts — but sometimes loses the human warmth. Parents get portals instead of eye contact.

What we’ve gained: precision, prevention, vaccines, developmental screening, and safer everything.

What we’ve lost: time, continuity, and bedside storytelling.

Rising Star Pediatrics blends digital convenience with human presence — care that’s modern, but still deeply personal.

12/28/2025

Medicine Without Data (and Without Seatbelts)

In the 1960s, car seats were optional, antibiotics were overprescribed (nothing's change there), and a “good appetite” meant a clean plate — no matter how full the child felt.

Prevention took a back seat to treatment.

What they got right: attentive in-person care and house calls that made the doctor part of the family.

What they got wrong: no evidence-based guidelines, limited research on development, and zero talk about mental health.

At Rising Star Pediatrics, we bring back the house-call spirit — but powered by today’s science and technology.

12/26/2025

The 1960s Pediatric Office: Ashtrays, Authority, and Awe

Back then, the pediatrician was king — white coat, clipboard, and absolute authority. Parents rarely questioned advice, and waiting rooms smelled faintly of cigarette smoke and disinfectant.

What they got right: deep respect for the doctor’s judgment, long-term relationships, and a sense of personal trust.

What they got wrong: little collaboration, no shared decision-making, and parents left feeling intimidated instead of informed.

At Rising Star Pediatrics, we keep the trust but lose the hierarchy. Families aren’t spectators; they’re partners.

12/23/2025

One Home. Four Little Lives. One Doctor Who Comes to You.

Because love multiplies — and so do the appointments.

Our Group Family Plan was built for families just like yours. It covers up to 4 children under one plan and includes home visits, so you don’t have to juggle four car seats, four appointment times, and four waiting rooms.

Imagine one calm visit, in the comfort of your home — where every child is seen, every question answered, and every moment counts.

Because sometimes the best care isn’t about doing more — it’s about doing it closer.

✨ Rising Star Pediatrics — Real Care. Real Time. At Home.

12/21/2025

The Miracle Path.

When the tide shifts, walk with someone who knows the way.

This is South Korea, where the sea opens twice a year for just one hour — a fleeting path between islands known as the Miracle of Jindo.

Parenthood (life!) feels like that sometimes: precious windows of fleeting opportunities , fragile moments really, and journeys that require guidance and timing.

At Rising Star Pediatrics, we walk beside you through every season — helping you cross safely, confidently, and in time.

🩺 Real care. Real presence. For every miracle moment.

12/19/2025

💫 Every rising star deserves a gentle start.

At Rising Star Pediatrics, we’re here for your baby’s first smiles, first steps, and every moment in between. 💛👶

12/17/2025

☀️ Little stars shine brightest with the right care!

At Rising Star Pediatrics, we’re here to help your child grow, explore, and thrive—wherever life takes you. 🧡✨

Address

West Palm Beach, FL
33411

Telephone

+15615169471

Website

https://rspeds.com/

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