MetroHealth is a recognized leader in providing expert medical care for infants, toddlers, children and adolescents. Our team of board-certified pediatricians, specialists and nurse practitioners provides skilled, experienced, and compassionate care for your child.

Children's health services are located at the Women & Children's Pavilion at MetroHealth Medical Center and many other MetroHealth locations throughout Cuyahoga County.

Same-day appointments for sick children can be made during the week.

		Download: 30 Healthy Snack Ideas for Kids It's easy to help your kids eat healthier with this list of fun, tasty treats all under 200 calories. You can make most of them with simple ingredients you may already have in your kitchen. Download the list (PDF).
		Bruises: When to Call the Doctor All kids get bruises from play. But bruises that appear in certain locations should be seen by a specialist. Read more.
		Constipation: Treating a Common Concern Why do so many kids experience constipation? The answer is stress — at home and at school. Read more.
		Headaches: When to Call the Doctor Although most headaches in children are nothing to worry about, find out when they are a sign of something serious. Read this article.
		Six Ways to Help Your Teen Eat Healthy Director of Adolescent Medicine Dr. Margaret Stager shares tips to make sure busy teens get the nutrients they need. Get her tips.
		MetroHealth doctor carries on Spock legacy MetroHealth pediatrician Dr. Robert Needlman is the revising author of Dr. Spock's Baby & Child Care 9th Edition. Read an excerpt of the book, watch a video and learn more about Drs. Spock and Needlman.
		How to Choose a Pediatrician Expecting a newborn and need to find a pediatrician? Or maybe you are switching health care providers? MetroHealth's Dr. Susan Santos shares tips for choosing a doctor for your child and some sample interview questions to help you make your decision. Read more and watch a video.
		Answering Your Questions About Safety Seats Car seats are one of the greatest safety tools parents have, but many moms and dads aren't sure how to use them properly. Dr. Nada Haddad answered some frequently asked questions in this Lakewood Observer column. Read more.
		Aamoth Family Pediatric Wellness Center opens at MetroHealth The Plain Dealer talks to some participants of MetroHealth’s new wellness center, including Cheryl and Daniel Davis, a mother and son who have been enjoying weekly exercise classes in the space. Read the article.
		Do You Give Your Child a Sippy Cup? Sippy cups are convenient, but MetroHealth Lakewood Health Center pediatrician Dr. Nada Haddad says that they might be used too often. Find out when the best time is to introduce a sippy cup to your child and when and where it should be used in this Balanced Living article. Read more.
		Akron Children's Hospital Docs Add to Specialty Services Physicians from Akron Children's Hospital now provide pediatric cardiology, gastroenterology, cancer and blood disorders, and critical care at MetroHealth Medical Center, complementing MetroHealth's existing pediatric specialty care offerings. Read more.