Robert C. DaRosso, MD
10750 Columbia Pike, Suite 230 Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 585-9600
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How We Help Our Patients
Preventative Care
We provide a variety of preventative care services such as annual physical and wellness exams, sports physicals, vaccinations and immunizations, behavior health screenings, developmental delay and autism screenings, lead and hemoglobin screenings, hearing and vision exams.
Acute Illnesses
Our doctors and staff provide diagnostics for many acute illnesses such as ear infections, strep throat, COVID, influenza, colds, mono, UTI, and other illnesses.
If your child is sick, please call us as early as possible to be scheduled the same day.
Chronic Health
Dr. Cornier and Dr. DaRosso diagnose, treat, and help manage all of your child’s chronic health conditions such as ADHD, asthma, diabetes, elevated cholesterol, hypertension, and others. We work with specialists for your child’s optimum care.
Spring Into Your Well-Being
Spring brings warmer weather and upper respiratory season is beginning to slow down. However spring brings its own set of health concerns. Seasonal allergies, sports injuries, yard work mishaps, and insect bites are just a few things to watch out for during this time of year.
At Spring Pediatrics, Dr. Cornier and Dr. DaRosso are here to help you and your family stay healthy.
We offer:
Allergy management and treatment Sports injury assessments and care Treatment for minor cuts, scrapes, and sprains Insect bite evaluations and treatment Routine check-ups to keep your child’s health on track
If you have any concerns, schedule an appointment with us today!
Spring Allergies and Seasonal Illness: What Parents Need to Know
Spring Allergies in Children
Common symptoms include:
- Sneezing, runny nose
- Itchy, watery eyes
- Coughing, congestion
Managing Allergies:
- Limit outdoor exposure on high-pollen days.
- Use air purifiers and keep windows closed.
- Encourage hygiene (handwashing, changing clothes after outdoor play).
- Consider medications like antihistamines if needed.
Common Seasonal Illnesses
1. The Common Cold
- Symptoms: Runny nose, mild fever, sore throat.
- Prevention: Handwashing, avoiding shared utensils.
2. Strep Throat
- Symptoms: Severe sore throat, fever, swollen tonsils.
- Treatment: Antibiotics if diagnosed by a doctor.
3. Flu & Other Viruses
- Symptoms: Fever, chills, cough, fatigue.
- Prevention: Flu vaccines, proper hygiene.
What can you do to prevent getting or spreading the Cold, Flu, and Covid?
- Wash Hands Often – Clean hands regularly with soap and water for 20 seconds.
- Avoid Touching Your Face – Keep hands away from your eyes, nose, and mouth.
- Clean Surfaces – Disinfect frequently touched items like phones and doorknobs.
- Stay Hydrated – Drink plenty of water to keep your immune system strong.
- Get Vaccinated – Annual flu shots are key to preventing the flu.
- Cover Coughs and Sneezes – Use a tissue or elbow, then dispose of the tissue.
- Eat Healthy – A balanced diet with vitamins supports your immune system.
- Exercise Regularly – Physical activity boosts immunity.
- Sleep Well – Get 7-9 hours of sleep to stay healthy.
- Avoid Sick People – Limit exposure to those who are ill, and stay home if sick.
Medicaid Renewals Are Not Automatic.
Las renovaciones de Medicaid no serán automáticas.
Make sure Maryland Health Connection has your current mailing address, phone number, and email.
To update contact information online, log in to your account at MarylandHealthConnection.gov.
Asegúrese de que Maryland Health Connection tiene su dirección postal, número de teléfono y correo electrónico actuales.
Para actualizar la información de contacto en línea, ingrese a su cuenta en MarylandHealthConnection.gov.
After Hours Care
If it is life threatening emergency, call 911.
Otherwise call (301) 585-9600 for instructions on how to speak with the physician on call for emergencies.
Knowing When and Where to Seek Care
Primary Care Physician
Your first call for illnesses that just began should Always be to your primary care physician (PCP). (301) 585-9600
- → Coughs and colds
- → Earaches
- →Fevers that doesn't respond to fever reducing medicine
- → Pink eye
- → Sore throat
- → Sprains/strains of muscles or joints
- → Urinary tract infections without fever
- → Anything from the Urgent Care list
Urgent Care Clinic
ONLY when the clinic is closed, the physician on call can provide further instructions. These conditions require immediate care but are not life-threatening.
- → Allergic Reactions
- → Asthma
- → Migraines
- → Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea
- → Shortness of Breath
- → Suspected Broken Bones
Hospital Emergency Room
When conditions that could result in loss of life and/or limbs (Life-Threatening)
- → Broken bones that break through skin
- → Coughing and/or vomiting blood
- → Cuts/wounds that require stitches
- → Severe allergic reactions
- → Severe burns
- → Severe shortness of breath/difficulty breathing
- → Uncontrolled bleeding