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Q&A for Kids

  • Scabs

    Just about everyone has had one of these on their knee. Find out how scabs help you heal.

  • What Happens to Swallowed Gum?

    Gulp. You accidentally swallowed your gum. Will it really stay in your stomach for years?

  • What's a Booger?

    They're more than just gross. Boogers have a job to do. Find out what it is in this article for kids.

  • What's a Fart?

    All people fart sometimes, whether they live in France, the Fiji islands, or Fresno, California! Learn more about what gives gas its sass in our article for kids about farts.

  • What's Earwax?

    Why do our ears make earwax? Find out in this article for kids.

  • What's Puke?

    Did you ever toss your cookies? That means throw up, or puke. It's gross, but just about everyone has done it. Find out more in this article for kids.

  • What's Spit?

    Saliva, also known as spit, is a clear liquid that's made in your mouth 24 hours a day, every day. If you want to know more about spit and what it's made of, check out this article for kids.

  • What's Sweat?

    Everybody sweats. Find out why perspiration happens in this article for kids.

  • Why Do Feet Stink?

    Your hard-working feet sometimes start stinking. Find out why in this article for kids.

  • Why Do I Burp?

    A burp - sometimes also called a belch - is nothing but gas. Find out more about burping and what to do if it happens to you in this article for kids.

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There are 10 nurses in the picture.

And we have many more pediatric primary care providers in Northeast Ohio. You can meet some of them here.
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The five differences are:
– Phone color
– Coat pocket
– Stethoscope earpiece color
– Stethoscope bell dot
– Clipboard paper color

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The two matching doctors are 9 and 14.

With virtual visits, you can see our pediatric experts from the comfort of home or wherever you are.
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The correct path:
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We offer many ways to get pediatric care all over Northeast Ohio. Use this page to find the right kind of care and the most convenient location for you.