Dr. Benjamin Piantedosi M.D.
Adolescent Specialist | Adolescent Medicine
1050 Mantua Pike Suite 200 Wenonah New Jersey, 08090About
Benjamin Piantedosi, MD, is an established pediatrician with Advocare Woodbury Pediatrics in Woodbury Heights, NJ. He is Board certified in Pediatrics and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. After earning his medical degree from the University of Pais Vasco Medical School in Bilbao, Spain, in 1982, he completed his residency as well as a fellowship in pediatrics at Interfaith Medical Center in Brooklyn. In private practice since 1988, Dr. Ben joined Advocare Woodbury Pediatrics 1996. He is now co-owner of the practice and has a special interest in the treatment of children with ADHD as well as all aspects of general pediatrics.
Education and Training
Univ De Pais Vasco- Fac De Med- Bilbao- Spain 1980
Universidad Del Pais Vasco, Facultad De Medicina 1982
UNIV DE PAIS VASCO 1980
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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Dr. Benjamin Piantedosi M.D.'s Expert Contributions
Temperature?
Yes. 98.6 is just an average. Fever is 100.5 or above. Dr. Ben P. READ MORE
How do you break a fever at home?
Give child a lukewarm bath and also give dose of Motrin. That usually brings temp down in a half hour or so. READ MORE
Can a child be put on a ventilator because of COVID-19?
Unfortunately yes. But, it is a rare occurrence. READ MORE
Where is appendix pain in child?
Pain in right lower abdomen near groin, but it can start in center. READ MORE
What can you give a 2 year old for a cough?
You may give Zarbees for children or just plain honey. Also drink water & keep child’s head elevated at night. READ MORE
What happens if my child gets the same vaccine twice?
No harm is done. He will get extra immunity. READ MORE
How do I get my child's temperature down?
Give the child Motrin or Tylenol. Also a lukewarm or tepid bath will also decrease the temperature. READ MORE
What can you give a 5 year old for a runny nose?
The only recommendation under 6 years old is Benadryl. READ MORE
How can I protect my kid's eyes?
Wear goggles when playing sports. Wear sunglasses when exposed to the sun. Routine yearly exams. READ MORE
How long does teething pain last for?
With varying degrees, it lasts until all the baby teeth are in. About 2 years of age. READ MORE
Should my child have the flu vaccine?
Yes. Anyone 6 months and older should. READ MORE
Can I give my daughter ibuprofen?
Yes. Just check weight for correct dose. READ MORE
Can a child get a flu shot at a pharmacy?
Yes. There is no difference. READ MORE
How long do you keep a child home with strep throat?
24 hours once Antibiotics are started. READ MORE
What is the treatment for a staph infection?
The treatment is Antibiotics, usually oral for 10 days & sometimes antibiotic cream as well depending on severity. READ MORE
Is it possible for children to have sleep apnea?
The short answer is yes. Should see a Sleep specialist for sleep study. READ MORE
At what age can children receive the flu vaccine?
Six months. Thank you, Ben Piantedosi,MD READ MORE
What causes bloody noses?
Dryness definitely causes nose bleeds. Inflamed nasal passages are also a cause (seen a lot with allergies). A cool mist humidifier and saline nose drops at night help prevent them. READ MORE
What is advanced bone age?
It means that his bone age is older than his chronological age. This means that he will stop growing earlier than expected. How much difference depends on the actual age that is found. So advanced bone age can be seen with short stature. READ MORE
How long should my son stay home with the chicken pox?
When all the lesions are dried, usually a week or so. READ MORE
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Allergies
- Ear Infection
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Strep Throat
Fellowships
- Interfaith Medical Center (Pediatrics)
Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy of Pediatrics
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard work and the fact that he loves pediatrics. He feels for his patients and always does the best by them.
Hobbies / Sports
- Sports (Especially the NY Yankees), Music
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