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Patient Portal
Life is busy. Juggling your day-to-day schedule and staying on top of your family’s health care can be a challenge, but our patient portal can help.
Online Wellness Resources
Frequent Symptom & Complaints
Adolescent Health
- TeensHealth
- Young Women's HealthDivision of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine at Boston Children’s Hospital
- Young Men's HealthDivision of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine at Boston Children’s Hospital
Asthma & Allergies
- Allergy & Asthma Network
- Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America
- Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE)
- Asthma Information & ResourcesNational Heart, Lung and Blood Institute
- How to Use an Epipen
Babies
- kelllymomBreastfeeding and Parenting Advice
- La Leche League
- Advancing Your Baby's Diet
Behavior and Development
- Stop Bullying
- CHADDChildren and Adults with ADD
- Learning to Help Your Child and Your FamilyNational Alliance on Mental Illness
- Basic Home Behavior Management
- Developmental MilestonesHealthyChildren.org
- First Signs – Autism and Developmental DelayEducating parents and professionals about autism and related disorders
- National Institute of Child Health and DevelopmentInvestigating human development with a focus on understanding disabilities and important events that occur during pregnancy
Immunizations
- Immunization Schedule: What Vaccines Does Your Child Need?
- Infants and Children: Birth to 6 years
- Preteens and Teens: 7 to 18 years
- Vaccine Information StatementsCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Medication Dosage Calculator
Easily determine the right dose of Acetaminophen (Tylenol), Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil — must be older than 6 months), or Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) for your child’s weight.
For infants under 6 pounds, check with your doctor.
| Child's Weight | Medication | Dose |
|---|---|---|
| 6-11 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 1.25 mL |
| 12-17 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 2.5 mL |
| 12-17 lbs | Ibuprofen Infant Drops 50 mg/1.25 mL (such as Infant’s Motrin Oral Suspension Drops) | 1.25 mL |
| 12-17 lbs | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 2.5 mL |
| 18-23 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 3.75 mL |
| 18-23 lbs | Ibuprofen Infant Drops 50 mg/1.25 mL (such as Infant’s Motrin Oral Suspension Drops) | 1.875 mL |
| 18-23 lbs | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 4 mL |
| 24-35 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 5 mL |
| 24-35 lbs | Chewable Acetaminophen Tablets 160 mg (such as Children’s Tylenol Chewable Tablets) | 1 tablet |
| 24-35 lbs | Ibuprofen Infant Drops 50 mg/1.25 mL (such as Infant’s Motrin Oral Suspension Drops) | 2.5 mL |
| 24-35 lbs | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 5 mL |
| 36-47 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 7.5 mL |
| 36-47 lbs | Chewable Acetaminophen Tablets 160 mg (such as Children’s Tylenol Chewable Tablets) | 1.5 tablets |
| 36-47 lbs | Ibuprofen Infant Drops 50 mg/1.25 mL (such as Infant’s Motrin Oral Suspension Drops) | 3.75 mL |
| 36-47 lbs | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 7.5 mL |
| 48-59 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 10 mL |
| 48-59 lbs | Chewable Acetaminophen Tablets 160 mg (such as Children’s Tylenol Chewable Tablets) | 2 tablets |
| 48-59 lbs | Adult Acetaminophen Tablets 325 mg (such as Tylenol Regular Strength) | 1 tablet |
| 48-59 lbs | Ibuprofen Infant Drops 50 mg/1.25 mL (such as Infant’s Motrin Oral Suspension Drops) | 5 mL |
| 48-59 lbs | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 10 mL |
| 48-59 lbs | Chewable Ibuprofen Tablets 100 mg (such as Children’s Motrin Chewables) | 2 tablets |
| 48-59 lbs | Adult Ibuprofen Tablets 200 mg (such as Motrin IB or Advil) | 1 tablet |
| 60-71 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 12.5 mL |
| 60-71 lbs | Chewable Acetaminophen Tablets 160 mg (such as Children’s Tylenol Chewable Tablets) | 2.5 tablets |
| 60-71 lbs | Adult Acetaminophen Tablets 325 mg (such as Tylenol Regular Strength) | 1 tablet |
| 60-71 lbs | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 12.5 mL |
| 60-71 lbs | Chewable Ibuprofen Tablets 100 mg (such as Children’s Motrin Chewables) | 2.5 tablets |
| 60-71 lbs | Adult Ibuprofen Tablets 200 mg (such as Motrin IB or Advil) | 1 tablet |
| 72-95 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 15 mL |
| 72-95 lbs | Chewable Acetaminophen Tablets 160 mg (such as Children’s Tylenol Chewable Tablets) | 3 tablets |
| 72-95 lbs | Adult Acetaminophen Tablets 325 mg (such as Tylenol Regular Strength) | 1.5 tablets |
| 72-95 lbs | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 15 mL |
| 72-95 lbs | Chewable Ibuprofen Tablets 100 mg (such as Children’s Motrin Chewables) | 3 tablets |
| 72-95 lbs | Adult Ibuprofen Tablets 200 mg (such as Motrin IB or Advil) | 1.5 tablets |
| 96 lbs or more | Adult Acetaminophen Tablets 325 mg (such as Tylenol Regular Strength) | 2 tablets |
| 96 lbs or more | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 20 mL |
| 96 lbs or more | Chewable Ibuprofen Tablets 100 mg (such as Children’s Motrin Chewables) | 4 tablets |
| 96 lbs or more | Adult Ibuprofen Tablets 200 mg (such as Motrin IB or Advil) | 2 tablets |
| 20-24 lbs | Diphenhydramine Liquid 12.5mg/5mL (such as Children's Benadryl Allergy Liquid) | 4 mL |
| 25-37 lbs | Diphenhydramine Liquid 12.5mg/5mL (such as Children's Benadryl Allergy Liquid) | 5 mL |
| 38-49 lbs | Diphenhydramine Liquid 12.5mg/5mL (such as Children's Benadryl Allergy Liquid) | 7.5 mL |
| 50-99 lbs | Diphenhydramine Liquid 12.5mg/5mL (such as Children's Benadryl Allergy Liquid) | 10 mL |
| 25-37 lbs | Diphenhydramine Chewables 12.5mg (such as Children's Benadryl Chewables) | 1 tablet |
| 38-49 lbs | Diphenhydramine Chewables 12.5mg (such as Children's Benadryl Chewables) | 1.5 tablets |
| 50-99 lbs | Diphenhydramine Chewables 12.5mg (such as Children's Benadryl Chewables) | 2 tablets |
| 100 lbs or more | Diphenhydramine Chewables 12.5mg (such as Children's Benadryl Chewables) | 4 tablets |
| 25-49 lbs | Diphenhydramine Tablets 25mg (such as Benadryl Allergy Tablets) | 1/2 tablet |
| 50-99 lbs | Diphenhydramine Tablets 25mg (such as Benadryl Allergy Tablets) | 1 tablet |
| 100 lbs or more | Diphenhydramine Tablets 25mg (such as Benadryl Allergy Tablets) | 2 tablets |
| 50-99 lbs | Diphenhydramine Capsules 25mg (such as Benadryl Allergy Capsules or Liqui-Gels) | 1 capsule |
| 100 lbs or more | Diphenhydramine Capsules 25mg (such as Benadryl Allergy Capsules or Liqui-Gels) | 2 capsules |
Important Instructions
- Always read and follow the label instructions.
- Whenever possible, use the dosing device that came with the product. Syringes and droppers are more accurate than teaspoons.
- If you use a teaspoon, it should be a measuring spoon. Regular spoons are not reliable.
Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
- Do not give before 2 months of age. Call us immediately if your baby under 2 months old has a fever.
- Repeat dose every 4-6 hours while symptoms last.
- Do not give more than 5 doses in 24 hours.
- Do not use with any other product containing acetaminophen.
- Source: HealthyChildren.org
Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin)
- Not for use with children under 6 months of age.
- Repeat dose every 6-8 hours as needed.
- Do not give more than 4 doses in 24 hours.
- Source: HealthyChildren.org
Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
- Not for use with children under 6 years of age, unless instructed by healthcare provider.
- Non-sedating alternatives (eg, loratadine, cetirizine, fexofenadine) are available over-the-counter and are safer for young children.
- Repeat dose every 6 hours as needed.
- Children’s Benadryl Fastmelts: Each fastmelt tablet contains the equivalent of 12.5 mg of Diphenhydramine HCL, dosed the same as chewable tablets.
- Risk of side effects: May cause drowsiness and paradoxical excitatory. Use caution when driving or operating heavy machinery after dosing due to potential for sedation and decreased alertness. This is especially relevant for teen drivers.
- Source: HealthyChildren.org
Convenient Access to Health Records
Our patient portal allows you to:
- Access your child’s medical records 24/7 from your home, office or smart phone
- Securely communicate with your provider
- Request medication refills
- Complete forms online
- And more!
Please do not request appointments through the Portal. All urgent requests, well check and sick appointments must be made by calling our office.
Please note: Immediate release of your health information may mean that you see your results before your care team has the opportunity to review them. Interpretation of these results may be complex and needs consideration of many factors related to your health. Please allow your care team some time to review your results.
Need to Register?
We encourage all families to sign up for the portal to help us be sustainable and paperless. Call our office and we will take care of it.
See this guide for help with completing your registration and finding your way around the patient portal.
RTC Pediatrics
1830 Town Center Dr.
Suite 205
Reston, VA 20190
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Phone
(703) 435-3636
Fax
(703) 435-9145
Billing Team
(703) 435-0726
billing@rtcpeds.com
Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Telephone advice available 8am - 1pm, 2pm - 5pm
Saturday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
By appointment only
We are required to report visits outside of normal business hours to your insurance provider. Appointments scheduled before 8am, after 5pm, on Saturdays and on Federal holidays will incur an additional fee, which may be applied to your copay, coinsurance, or annual deductible.
We are closed for Christmas Day, New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving Day.
- We require an appointment for your child to be seen.
- Telehealth sick visits are available. Call us to schedule.
Walk-In Sick Clinic
Monday
8:00 am - 9:00 am
Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday
NO WALK-IN CLINICS - BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Friday
8:00 am - 9:00 am
Walk-In Sick Clinics take place on Monday mornings and Friday mornings from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for our established patients. At any other hours of the day or days of the week, please call our office at 703-435-3636 and choose option 3 to speak with one of our nurses to schedule a sick visit.
Monday
8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday
NO WALK-IN CLINICS. All sick visits are BY APPOINTMENT ONLY on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Friday
8:00 am – 9:00 am
Our Walk-In Sick Clinic is for established patients with minor illness symptoms lasting less than a week. Established patients are those who have already had at least one office visit here. Patients are seen on a first come, first served basis.
Please bring your insurance card and be prepared to pay your copay, if applicable.
After-Hours Care
If your child’s illness or injury is life threatening, call 911.
Save time and call us before you take a trip to urgent care. When the office is closed, you may choose to be connected to our after-hours answering service. If needed, they can connect you to the physician on call. The fee to speak to someone after hours is $25/call. This service is not billed to your insurance.
Poison Control Hotline
(800) 222-1222