Author name: Mykola Lukashuk

Helping Sandy Springs and East Cobb Families Make Confident, Informed Choices for Their Children’s Care Each February, Wise Healthcare Consumer Month serves as a reminder that making informed healthcare decisions for your family matters. For parents in Sandy Springs, East Cobb, and the surrounding North Atlanta communities, the number of options can feel overwhelming. Between […]

How Pediatricians in North Atlanta Support Safe, Healthy Relationships for Teens Teen Dating Violence Prevention Month is an important reminder that adolescent health includes not only physical well-being, but emotional safety, mental health, and healthy relationships. For families in Sandy Springs, East Cobb, Roswell, and the surrounding North Atlanta communities, the pediatric office is often

Early Recognition, Lifelong Monitoring, and the Role of Pediatric Care Marfan Syndrome Awareness Month brings attention to a genetic connective tissue disorder that often first shows signs during childhood. While Marfan syndrome is not common, early diagnosis can be life-saving because it allows for careful monitoring of the heart, blood vessels, eyes, and skeletal system

How Pediatric Preventive Care in Sandy Springs and East Cobb Helps Reduce Lifetime Cancer Risk When North Atlanta parents think about cancer prevention, they often think about adult screenings. But many of the most powerful cancer-prevention tools actually begin in childhood. From life-saving vaccines to sun protection, healthy growth, and early recognition of concerning symptoms,

Vivien Thomas and the Breakthrough That Changed Pediatric Heart Care Forever During Black History Month, we recognize individuals whose work continues to shape the way medicine is practiced today. In pediatrics — and especially in the care of children with congenital heart disease — few contributions have had a more lasting impact than those of

Raising Heart-Healthy Kids in Sandy Springs, East Cobb, and North Atlanta When North Atlanta parents search for ways to keep their children healthy, they are often thinking about nutrition, sports, sleep, and screen time. What many do not realize is that all of these daily habits are directly connected to heart health — and that

Glaucoma Awareness Month is observed each January to highlight a leading cause of irreversible vision loss worldwide. Glaucoma is often thought of as a condition that only affects older adults, but it can also occur in infants, children, and adolescents. Understanding how glaucoma develops, how it is detected, and what myths surround the condition is

National Blood Donor Month is observed each January to raise awareness about the ongoing need for blood donations across the United States. Winter months historically bring a decline in blood donations due to weather, illness, and holiday schedules, even though the demand for blood remains constant. For pediatric healthcare, a stable blood supply is essential

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed each January to honor the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., a leader whose work helped shape civil rights in the United States through nonviolent action, advocacy for equality, and a commitment to justice. For pediatric care, this day offers an important opportunity to reflect on