Kathy Chauvin

Many parents hear their child snore and assume it is harmless, especially during a cold or allergy season. Sometimes that is true. But consistent snoring in children can also be a sign that something is blocking airflow during sleep, such as enlarged tonsils or adenoid tissue. Pediatric sleep-disordered breathing can range from frequent loud snoring to obstructive sleep apnea, which means breathing is partially or completely blocked during sleep. Snoring happens when airflow is partly blocked...

I understand the disruption an ill child can bring about to every-day life. I only treat children in an effort to provide the most efficient and effective care possible. Limiting my practice to children prevents being “bogged down” with adult patients allowing me to more quickly address your child’s clinical and surgical needs. If I am late for your child’s clinic appointment, you may be wondering why. Waiting can be frustrating—especially when you’ve taken time off work, arranged...

Ear Tubes Reccomendation If your child keeps getting ear infections or always seems to have fluid in the ears, you may be wondering when ear tubes become part of the conversation. For many parents, the idea of a procedure sounds intimidating at first. The good news is that ear tubes are a very common treatment in children and are usually considered only after a pattern of ongoing problems, hearing concerns, or persistent middle ear fluid develops. Observation and medical treatment are often...