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Dr. Michael D. Berent, MD is a pediatrician in San Diego, CA specializing in general pediatrics. This provider graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School. Dr. Michael D. Berent, MD is affiliated with Sharp Rees-Stealy, Sharp HealthCare, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns and Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego.
Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns
Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns
Asthma
Asthma is a chronic lung disease where the tissue and airways of the lungs become extremely sensitive to certain substances. When these substances are breathed in, the lungs become inflamed. The muscles around the airways tighten and squeeze the lungs, and passages within the lungs swell and tighten. The airways themselves produce mucus, which further clogs the tightened, swollen airways. A person having an asthma attack finds it very difficult to breathe, and a severe attack can even be fatal.
Asthma affects people of all ages, but people with asthma are most often diagnosed as children. Symptoms can include wheezing, a tight feeling in the chest, shortness of breath, and coughing. Some people have mild symptoms all the time, and some people have no symptoms at all, but everyone with asthma is susceptible to occasional severe attacks or flare-ups of symptoms when they are exposed to triggers. Triggers vary widely but can include:
Treatment for most asthma patients involves three steps. Patients learn what their asthma triggers are and avoid them. They take a daily control medication, usually an inhaled corticosteroid, to reduce inflammation in the lungs. Also, they have rescue medication with them at all times to take in case of a severe attack. These quick-acting inhaled medications relax the muscles around the airways and allow the lungs to open up for air.
There is no cure for asthma, but with treatment it should not interfere with daily life and activities.
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most common disorders diagnosed in children. Nine percent of children in the USA have been diagnosed with ADHD. Symptoms, which include hyperactivity and difficulty maintaining focus or paying attention, can last into adulthood for some patients. Boys are four times as likely to be diagnosed as girls, although experts don't know why this is.
There are three main types of ADHD:
When diagnosing ADHD, it is important to rule out other issues that may be causing the symptoms. Seizure disorders, hearing loss, anxiety, and domestic problems are some examples of problems that can cause behaviors similar to those seen with ADHD.
Treatment can include stimulant medications, behavioral therapy to teach patients ways to navigate their world and control symptoms better, and accommodations at school or work. A structured environment (with lots of organization and well-defined rules) seems to help most kids with ADHD function at their best.
ADHD is mainly thought of as a disorder that affects children, but symptoms can last into adulthood for a third to half of those diagnosed. In adults, ADHD has similar symptoms as when it is seen in children: impulsive behavior, difficulty maintaining focus, being easily distracted, or a tendency to fidget. These symptoms can cause problems in a patient's careers and relationships. Additionally, adults with ADHD are at increased risk for substance abuse. Medications can be an important part of treatment for adults, as well as stress reduction techniques and organization skills training. Specialized ADHD coaches can help adults with ADHD manage their symptoms and succeed in all areas of their life.
Dr. Michael D. Berent, MD graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School. This provider completed residency at Stanford University Medical Center. This provider is certified by the Pediatrics and has a state license in California.
Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
Residency: Stanford University Medical Center
Board Certification: Pediatrics
Licensed In: California
Dr. Michael D. Berent, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Michael D. Berent, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: TRICARE, Cigna, Aetna, Self-Pay/Uninsured, Blue Shield of California, UnitedHealthcare, Sharp Health Plan, Anthem, Beech Street, Health Net, Medicare, HealthSmart, Humana and Whole Foods Market.
According to our sources, Dr. Michael D. Berent, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Michael D. Berent, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 88 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Michael D. Berent, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in San Diego, CA.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Michael D. Berent, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$68
Auvi-Q $52 |
AUVIQ $16 |
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$42
EPIDUO $42 |
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$39
VYVANSE $39 |
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$29
QUILLIVANT XR $17 |
EUCRISA $12 |
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$29
DOC BAND $29 |
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$76
EpiPen $23 |
SYNAGIS $20 |
QNASL $17 |
SKLICE $15 |
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Dr. Michael Berent is a specialist in general pediatrics in San Diego, CA. Patients rated Dr. Berent highly, giving Dr. Berent an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Berent has a special interest in enuresis (bed wetting), attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD), and preventive care. Before completing Dr. Berent's residency at Stanford University Medical Center, Dr. Berent attended medical school at Eastern Virginia Medical School. Dr. Berent speaks Spanish. Dr. Berent is professionally affiliated with Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego, Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns, and Sharp Memorial Hospital.
