The Gallegos Family: Good communication cements a strong bond with pediatrician

Two-year-old Camila loves animalsā€”especially her two miniature dachshundsā€”as well as singing, dancing and going to the zoo to identify the different animals. ā€œSheā€™s talking a lot now in both English and Spanish. She loves books and likes to make up her own stories to the pictures. And she loves to give hugs and kisses,ā€ says her mom, Rosa.

Activities

With such an active and curious toddler, Rosa and her husband James are happy to haveĀ Dr. Rebecca TaxierĀ as their pediatrician. ā€œWe had heard good things about Pediatrics Northwest, so we scheduled aĀ Newborn TalkĀ with Dr. Taxier when I was 34 weeks pregnant. We asked her about vaccines and other concerns we had and she was very helpful. As a first time mom, I needed a pediatrician who I felt respected our point of view. I felt very comfortable with Dr. Taxier so we canceled the rest of our pediatrician interviews.ā€

Camila was born at 37 weeks, weighing only 5 pounds. ā€œCamila was making loud breathing noises, especially when she was sleepingā€”she sounded like an adult who was snoring. We were concerned, so we took her to see Dr. Taxier.

ā€œDr. Taxier told us to record Camilaā€™s breathing. She could tell right away that Camila hadĀ laryngomalacia, a softening of the tubes in her throat. She told us not to worry and that Camila would outgrow it by the time she turned two. Sheā€™s two now and we barely notice it.ā€

Rosa and James also appreciate having easy access to Dr. Taxier for questions. ā€œWe absolutely loveĀ MyChart!Ā Every time I send a message to Dr. Taxier, sheā€™s so fast about responding.ā€

ā€œCamilaā€™s parents and I communicate often via MyChart to follow up on things that we talked about during both well and sick visits,ā€ says Dr. Taxier. ā€œI think this allows for really good communication and has helped build our doctor-patient relationship.ā€

Rosa and James are expecting a second baby in March. ā€œWe definitely will bring our new son to Dr. Taxier!ā€

AboutĀ MyChart

All Pediatrics Northwest families are encouraged to enroll their children in MyChart, a secure patient portal, which can be accessed via the Pediatrics Northwest website 24 hours a day. Parents can communicate with their child’s provider, request prescription refills, review their childā€™s health and immunization history, view test results and update personal information. Parents can also request a referral to a specialist and soon will be able to request appointments and make online payments.

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