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This year we celebrate 48 years!

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 20:41:42 GMT

This year we celebrate Dr. Paredes' 48th year of Pediatric service! Over the past years, the practice has become known as Great Kids Pediatrics, now including Ann Schroeder-Lee, Dr. Karen Zorrilla, and Dr. Hannah Kline.

This year we celebrate Dr. Paredes’ 48th year of Pediatric service!

Over the past years, the practice has become known as Great Kids Pediatrics, now including Ann Schroeder-Lee, Dr. Karen Zorrilla, and Dr. Hannah Kline. With these wonderful providers, our office has expanded to better serve the community in the Greater Houston area.

Please explore our web site to learn more about the doctors, the office, the staff, our policies, and more about our practice.

Thank you for your support over the years!

Great Kids Pediatrics

Cell Phone Use in Teens: What Parents Should Know

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 18:11:50 GMT

Cell phones are a big part of teen life today. They help kids stay connected with friends, access information, and even support learning. However, too much screen time or unsupervised use can create challenges for health, safety, and emotional well-being.

Benefits of Cell Phones

Connection : Helps teens stay in touch with family and friends.
Safety : Provides a way to reach parents in emergencies.
Learning : Access to educational apps, homework help, and research tools.
Independence : Teaches responsibility when used with boundaries.

Risks to Be Aware Of

Sleep disruption : Late-night phone use can interfere with healthy rest.
Social pressure & mental health : Constant social media can increase stress, anxiety, and low self-esteem.
Distraction : Phones can interfere with schoolwork, family time, and in dangerous cases, driving.
Online safety : Risks include exposure to inappropriate content, cyberbullying, or unsafe online interactions.

Healthy Cell Phone Guidelines for Teens

Set limits : Agree on phone-free times (e.g., during meals, homework, bedtime).
Encourage balance : Promote physical activity, face-to-face friendships, and family time.
Monitor gently : Know your teen’s apps and online activity, but also respect growing independence.
Model good habits : Show your child how you use your phone responsibly.
Prioritize sleep : Keep devices out of bedrooms at night.

Conversation Starters for Parents

“How do you feel after spending time on social media?”
“What would you do if someone you don’t know contacts you online?”
“How can we work together to balance screen time with other activities?”

AAP Current Recommendations on Car Seats for Children

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 12:29:36 GMT

Please follow this link to see the most recent recommendations by the American Academy of Pediatrics. https://www.aap.org/en-us/about-the-aap/aap-press-room/Pages/AAP-Updates-Recommendations-on-Car-Seats-for-Children.aspx

Head Injury/Concussions

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 20:40:09 GMT

Visit the CDC site for information on signs, symptoms, and return precautions for head injuries or concussions. https://www.cdc.gov/headsup/

Media and Children Communication

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 20:38:08 GMT

The AAP recommends that parents and caregivers develop a family media plan that takes into account the health, education and entertainment needs of each individual child as well as the whole family; and then follow the family media plan together, revising it when necessary.

Resources for Parents

Create your personalized family media use plan here: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/Media/Pages/default.aspx

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Family Media Use Plan in English
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Family Media Use Plan in Spanish
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Welcome Dr. Hannah Kline!

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 20:44:06 GMT

1/1/2023 – We are proud to announce Dr. Kline has joined our GKP family January 2023.

Dr. Kline completed her undergraduate degree at Texas Christian University. She then went on to Medical School at the University of Texas, San Antonio and completed her Pediatric residency training at the University of Texas, Houston.

Dr. Kline has been practicing in the Clear Lake area since 2019.

Dr. Crane Storey will be missed

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 20:45:38 GMT

It is with deep sadness and very heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dear friend and colleague, Dr. Patrice Crane Storey.

It is with deep sadness and very heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dear friend and colleague, Dr. Patrice Crane Storey. Dr. Crane Storey was a beloved member of our Great Kids Pediatrics family for the past twenty years. After a long, brave battle with cancer, she passed away surrounded by family on March 25, 2023.

The hallways of Great Kids Pediatrics will not be the same without Dr. Crane Storey, and we will miss her dearly. We know her passing will leave a hole in the heart of many patients-past and present-who will miss her caring presence and her quick wit. Our thoughts and prayers are with Dr. Crane Storey’s family as they mourn the loss of their beloved wife and mother.

Click here to view Dr. Crane Storey’s obituar y.