Pediatrics
At Baton Rouge General we care for newborns, the elderly and every one in between! And we know that the care of children takes a special touch. Our team of experts are here to help your child stay well and give them a strong healthy foundation that will carry into adulthood.
Specialties & Services
- Adolescent Care
- Breast exams
- Allergies
- Asthma
- Behavioral issues
- Burn treatment
- Childhood Diseases
- Child growth and development
- Cold & flu
- HPV vaccines
- Immunizations
- Physical exams
- Physical therapy
- Puberty and sexual health
- Occupational therapy
- Preventive care and well check visits
- Screenings and sports physicals
- Sleep studies
- Specialist referrals
- Speech therapy
- STD education
- Telehealth visits
- Testicular exams
- Urology
What to Expect at a Well-child Visit
Depending on the age of your child, a well-child visit will include measuring their growth, providing screenings and making sure your child is hitting developmental milestones throughout their childhood and into adolescence. Recommended vaccines may also be administered at these visits.
Become a Patient
Schedule by Phone
Call (225) 763-4500 to schedule your child’s appointment today.
Virtual Urgent Care Visit
Need to see a doctor right away? See a physician or nurse practitioner
virtually when you're ready using BRG Virtual Care. Virtual visits are
great for patients ages 14+ with minor to moderate symptoms such as fever,
coughs, colds, stomach issues, and eye related issues like pink eye.
BRG Virtual Care
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Desi R. Valentine, MDFamily Medicine, Pediatrics, Primary Care- 225-381-6620
- Virtual Visits
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Shaun Spinks, MDFamily Medicine, Pediatrics, Primary Care
- 225-333-3636
- Virtual Visits
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Leslie L. Bostick, MDPediatrics
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Vincent L Shaw, Jr., MDFamily Medicine, LGBTQ+ Care, Pediatrics, Primary Care, Sports Medicine
- 225-381-6620
- Virtual Visits
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Mindy L. Calandro, MDPediatrics
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Daniel Moore, MDPediatrics
- 225-246-9290
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James Waddill, MD,FAAFPFamily Medicine, Pediatrics, Primary Care
- 225-381-6620
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Jacob Wood, MDFamily Medicine, Pediatrics, Primary Care, Sports Medicine
- 225-763-4929
- Virtual Visits
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Arthur G. Tribou, MDPediatrics
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Robert Sudduth, DOFamily Medicine, Pediatrics, Primary Care
- 225-667-3100
- Virtual Visits
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