Dr. Shelley C. Springer, MD, MBA, MSc, JD, FAAP
Pediatrician | Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
2222 E 2nd St Casper WY, 82609Rating
3/5
About
Dr. Shelley Springer is a Neonatal-Perinatal Physician practicing in Big Lake, MN. Dr. Springer cares for the critically ill newborn and premature infants. Neonatal-Perinatal Physicians treat conditions such as breathing disorders, birth defects, infections, and any other life-threatening medical problems. They coordinate with their young patients families and other physicians to determine appropriate treatment.
Education and Training
Medical College of Ohio medical degree 1994
Medical University of South Carolina Master's Degree 0
Newport University Doctor of Naturopathy degree 0
Board Certification
pediatrics
American Board of Pediatrics
neonatal-perinatal medicine
Provider Details
Dr. Shelley C. Springer, MD, MBA, MSc, JD, FAAP's Expert Contributions
Mom and baby
Yes READ MORE
Toddler stopped walking
yes, you should not wait Shelley C. Springer, MD, MBA, MSc, JD, FAAP Pediatrician/Neonatologist Casper Children's Center, LLC alt email: scspringer@mindspring.com READ MORE
No poop for 10days.4month baby
Not abnormal. keep breastfeeding. READ MORE
Newborn
2-3 oz of formula or expressed breast milk every 2-3 hours around the clock. Shelley C. Springer, MD, MBA, MSc, JD, FAAP Pediatrician/Neonatologist Casper Children's Center, LLC alt email: scspringer@mindspring.com READ MORE
Medication while breastfeeding
Yes. READ MORE
Ehlers danlos syndrome?
Take him to his pediatrician. That is a clinical diagnosis that can be made on a physical exam. READ MORE
Herpes test?
I don't know what kind of "herpes test" you had, so I can't say. Normally, whatever lesion you have is swabbed and that's how the diagnosis is made. READ MORE
I'm 16 and haven't gotten my period yet?
See your pediatrician. READ MORE
Autism in the family?
Advances in genetics have identified some inheritable causes of autism. See your pediatrician. Shelley C. Springer, MD, MBA, MSc, JD, FAAP Pediatrician/Neonatologist Casper Children's Center, LLC alt email: scspringer@mindspring.com READ MORE
What age is a child's immune system fully developed?
Infants begin developing various types of antibodies in their first year of life. As they mature and are exposed to various antigens (the microscopic protein particles that stimulate antibody formation) their immunity broadens to more and more things. Hence, "germ theory" the wider exposure, such as to the "great outdoors," various domestic/farm animals, and a wide variety of foods, they develop antibodies to those things, which strengthens their immunity. Immunizations work this way, too, by exposing the child to the microscopic antigen of the causative organism stimulating immunity without causing disease. Individuals who are sheltered from this broad environment are more susceptible to "allergies" and illness. READ MORE
Do babies need 2 doses of the flu shot?
You need 2 flu shots in the same season the first time you get them if you are under the age of 8 years. READ MORE
Should I take her to the ER?
Her condition is likely not an emergency, but she should see her pediatrician for evaluation and treatment. READ MORE
When should I worry about a lump on my child's neck?
Most "lumps" in a child's neck are lymph nodes and are not concerning. However, you should ask your pediatrician to examine it to be sure. READ MORE
How can I clean my baby's ear wax at home?
Do not try to "dig out" the ear wax in your child's ear - it will only push it further in. Clean in the outside of the ear - wherever you can see, but leave the stuff inside the canal alone. There are nonprescription ear drops you can buy to minimize the amount of ear wax, or the essential oil Basil (ALWAYS in a carrier oil) can help. Shelley C. Springer, MD, MBA, MSc, JD, FAAP Pediatrician/Neonatologist Casper Children's Center, LLC alt email: scspringer@mindspring.com READ MORE
Does my child need antibiotics for an ear infection?
There are different types of "ear infections" and only bacterial infections need antibiotics. Not all ear pain is an infection, so an ear infection should be diagnosed by a doctor or qualified nurse practitioner. infections in the external ear canal, like a swimmer's ear, only require ear drops. Viral ear infections may be painful, so pain-relieving medications and other maneuvers can help with the pain until the infection resolves on its own. READ MORE
How do you tell if your child has fluid in his ears?
The "fluid in his ear" that can be concerning is fluid in the MIDDLE ear which is behind the eardrum. this can muffle your hearing, or, at its worst, cause significant pain and pressure that may ultimately rupture your eardrum. This situation is an "ear infection" that is typically treated with oral antibiotics. READ MORE
Test results?
It can be. READ MORE
How long is too long for a child to have a cough?
It depends on what is causing the cough, how old is your child, and the description of the cough: what it sounds like when it happens, is it productive, etc. most childhood coughs are self-limited viral upper respiratory infections that go away on their own because they are VIRAL, prescription antibiotics DO NOT HELP and should not be given (although the are very common). Even most pneumonia in children is viral and antibacterials are not indicated. Allergic or asthmatic coughs are NOT infectious and can be treated in different ways, with both prescription and non-prescription medications. Take your child to see his/her pediatrician for difficulty breathing, productive cough, cough with a fever above 101o measured orally or in the armpit. READ MORE
Red cheeks?
It can be. If she's not sick, they're not painful or swollen then it's likely "just her." Shelley C. Springer, MD, MBA, MSc, JD, FAAP Pediatrician/Neonatologist Casper Children's Center, LLC alt email: scspringer@mindspring.com READ MORE
Baby has a fever?
To know if your child has a fever you must first measure his/her temperature correctly and use a digital thermometer in the armpit. No other location. A fever is a temperature above 100.4 Fahrenheit or above 38 centigrade. Fever isn't dangerous, but knowing what is causing the fever is the important thing. Your pediatrician can examine your child and then make a diagnosis. READ MORE
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- American Academy of Pediatrics - Fellow
Fellowships
- Medical University of South Carolina neonatal-perinatal medicine
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Get to know Pediatrician and Neonatologist Dr. Shelley C. Springer, who serves patients in Casper, Wyoming.
Dr. Springer is a caring and compassionate pediatrician and neonatologist who is dedicated to taking care of children from before birth to 18 years old (and sometimes later!). She started Casper Children’s Center in Casper, Wyoming in 2014, and is passionate about giving children a chance at living a happy and healthy life.
“My husband and I came to Casper to bring compassionate, contemporary, accessible pediatric care to the region’s newborns and children. As the state’s first neonatologist, I can improve access and level of care for mothers with high-risk pregnancies, keeping that care local. We have broadened the scope of care not only for newborns, but for children of all ages” expressed the doctor.
Graduating with her medical degree from the Medical College of Ohio in 1994, Dr. Springer completed her residency in pediatrics and her fellowship in neonatal-perinatal medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina. She completed her Master’s degree in Biometry and Epidemiology at the Medical University of South Carolina and her Doctor of Law degree at Newport University in 2012. She is now completing her Doctor of Naturopathy degree and follows an integrative medicine paradigm in her practice..
With a passion for her profession, she is board-certified in pediatrics and neonatal-perinatal medicine by the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP). The mission of the ABP is to advance child health by certifying pediatricians who meet standards of excellence and are committed to continuous learning and improvement.
A Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAP), Dr. Springer works closely with them to develop Clinical Practice Guidelines and promote evidence-based medicine in pediatrics. She is a consulting epidemiologist for the AAP and founder of It’s For the Children Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to supporting St. Christopher’s Home for Neglected and Abused Children in St. Kitts, West Indies.
Holding medical licenses in 25+ states, she has worked in every hospital setting – from solo-practice country hospitals to major Level IV NICUs at cutting-edge academic institutions — until forming Casper Children’s Center in 2014. She also remains affiliated with Wyoming Medical Center in Casper and Memorial Hospital of Converse County, in Douglas, WY..
Pediatrics is the branch of medicine that involves the medical care of infants, children, and adolescents. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends people be under pediatric care up to the age of 22. Pediatricians provide medical care to people ranging in age from newborns to young adults. They are trained to examine, diagnose, and treat children with a wide variety of injuries and illnesses through all of their developmental stages, as they grow and mature.
Neonatology is a subspecialty of pediatrics that consists of the medical care of newborn infants, especially the ill, or premature newborn. It is a hospital-based specialty and is practiced in neonatal intensive care units. Neonatologists generally diagnose and treat newborns with conditions such as breathing disorders, infections, and birth defects, as well as coordinating care and medically managing newborns born prematurely, critically ill, or in need of surgery.
On a more personal note, Dr. Springer has three children, all delivered while she was a medical student. She has experienced first-hand the challenges of working mothers. She knows the importance of being able to reach your pediatrician when your child is ill and the struggles when family and career obligations collide. She is committed to embracing new knowledge and technology when it makes lives better while holding onto traditional values. A believer in the power of Mother Nature, she does not hesitate to intervene when necessary.
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