Dr. Michael L. Spear, MD
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist | Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
4745 Ogletown Stanton Rd Medical Arts Pavilio Newark DE, 19713About
Dr. Michael Spear is a Neonatal-Perinatal Physician practicing in Newark, DE. Dr. Spear 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.
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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Dr. Michael L. Spear, MD's Expert Contributions
Is it safe for me to give my baby extracted breast milk?
Needs to be refrigerated and used within 48 hours or frozen Michael L Spear, MD, MSEdl Faculty Advisor, Honor Board Professor of Pediatrics Drexel University College of Medicine READ MORE
Is it okay to drink wine in the first trimester?
No. No alcohol during pregnancy. Michael L Spear, MD, MSEdl Faculty Advisor, Honor Board Professor of Pediatrics Drexel University College of Medicine READ MORE
What are the signs of dehydration in a newborn?
Your baby should have formula or mothers milk. If she isnt making urine that is a sign of dehydration Michael L Spear, MD, MSEdl Faculty Advisor, Honor Board Professor of Pediatrics Drexel University College of Medicine READ MORE
How long is a preterm baby kept in the NICU?
Baby needs to be much closer to due date Goals for discharge include feeding well, no extra support (no oxygen, intravenous fluids, temperature support and free of other acute medical issues. Michael L Spear, MD, MSEdl Faculty Advisor, Honor Board Professor of Pediatrics Drexel University College of Medicine READ MORE
My child is throwing up milk just after feeding. Is it normal?
Mild spitting up is okay. It could be reflux If your babys spit up gets significant and/ir she is losing weight talk to your doctor Michael L Spear, MD, MSEdl Faculty Advisor, Honor Board Professor of Pediatrics Drexel University College of Medicine READ MORE
What should I eat on an empty stomach when pregnant?
Whatever healthy foods you would eat when not pregnant. : fruits , vegetables , fish chicken etc. Michael L Spear, MD, MSEdl Faculty Advisor, Honor Board Professor of Pediatrics Drexel University College of Medicine READ MORE
What do I need to take to prevent birth defects?
Take a multivitamin and folate. Eat a high protein diet with fruits and vegetables. Avoid alcohol Michael L Spear, MD, MSEdl Faculty Advisor, Honor Board Professor of Pediatrics Drexel University College of Medicine READ MORE
My son was born with a breathing disorder. What are the chances his condition will improve as he grows up?
Usually these problems resolve. Ask your health care team what is the diagnosis? Michael L Spear, MD, MSEdl Faculty Advisor, Honor Board Professor of Pediatrics Drexel University College of Medicine READ MORE
While bathing my baby a little water went inside his ears. Does he need attention from a neonatalogist?
no that should be fine. If he or she seems fussy , you could have your pediatrician examine him. READ MORE
My baby has been in the NICU for the last month. Will this cause any issues in his development?
Your babys development depends on gestational age at birth and development of any complications. Discuss this issue with your neonatologist Michael L Spear, MD, MSEdl Faculty Advisor, Honor Board Professor of Pediatrics Drexel University College of Medicine READ MORE
My baby cries every time while passing motions. Is something wrong?
Are the bowel movements hard or soft. ? If hard your baby could be straining so discuss this your doctor Michael L Spear, MD, MSEdl Faculty Advisor, Honor Board Professor of Pediatrics Drexel University College of Medicine READ MORE
Is anemia in preterm babies normal?
Yes it can be normal. Michael L Spear, MD, MSEdl Faculty Advisor, Honor Board Professor of Pediatrics Drexel University College of Medicine READ MORE
My baby is unable to digest formula milk. Is it normal?
Im not sure what signs of non digestion your baby is having? Vomiting, weight loss? Discuss with your pediatrician and she should be able to find another formula to try Michael L Spear, MD, MSEdl Faculty Advisor, Honor Board Professor of Pediatrics Drexel University College of Medicine READ MORE
What foods are good during the third trimester?
Any food good for you is good for your baby: protein, vegetables, fruit. Healthy carbs like sweet potatoes Michael L Spear, MD, MSEdl Faculty Advisor, Honor Board Professor of Pediatrics Drexel University College of Medicine READ MORE
Is convulsions in a child during fever okay?
It can be normal but you should discuss with your doctor to be sure Michael L Spear, MD, MSEdl Faculty Advisor, Honor Board Professor of Pediatrics Drexel University College of Medicine READ MORE
Do preterm babies always have late development issues?
not always. being 3 weeks early is not always associated with developmental delay. Most infants born at this gestation have minimal developmental delay. Your doctor should make this assessment or you can ask to be followed at a developmental followup program. READ MORE
My daughter is 1 month old and her stool is starting to look different. Should I be concerned?
All depends on her diet and her developing gastrointestinal tract. Discuss what it looks like with your doctor. If its black ir very light that would be something to be worried about READ MORE
My 5 days old baby is throwing up the milk she drinks. What should I do?
It depends on how much she is spitting up, what it looks like , what she looks like, and if she is gaining weight. Call your doctor. Michael L Spear, MD, MSEdl Faculty Advisor, Honor Board Professor of Pediatrics Drexel University College of Medicine READ MORE
Can I have a normal delivery if my first one was a caesarean?
so it depends on a couple of factors. If you had a previous C section with a vertical incision, it is possible to have a vaginal birth. But the decision rests with the "culture " of the practice your doctor is in. Obstetricians go back and forth about this issue. So you really have to discuss with your Ob. READ MORE
My 4 month old baby is developing some kind of an allergic rash. Please help.
you need to have someone see this rash in order to make correct diagnosis. READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Effect of sleep position on apnea and bradycardia in high-risk infants.
- Family reactions during infants' hospitalization in the neonatal intensive care
- THE SPECIFIC-PATHOGEN-FREE PROGRAM TODAY.
- Human mammary gland function at the onset of lactation: medium-chain fatty acid
- Milk and blood fatty acid composition during two lactations in the same woman.
- Communicating with parents of premature infants: who is the informant?
- Ghrelin and cholecystokinin in term and preterm human breast milk.
- Closure of the ductus arteriosus with indomethacin in ventilated neonates with respiratory distress syndrome. Effects of pulmonary compliance and ventilation.
- Forgotten parent: NICU paternal emotional response.
- The use of role play for interdisciplinary teaching of palliative care
- C-Section and Referential Opacity.
- Teaching the Art of Difficult Family Conversations.
- Feeding the low birth weight infant.
- Intravenous administration of lipid emulsions to premature infants.
- The hematofluorometer: a rapid assay for bilirubin and bilirubin binding.
Dr. Michael L. Spear, MD's Practice location
Practice At 4745 Ogletown Stanton Rd Medical Arts Pavilion One Suite 217
4745 Ogletown Stanton Rd Medical Arts Pavilio -Newark, DE 19713Get Direction
Drexel University College of Medicine
245 N 15th St -Philadelphia, PA 19102Get Direction
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