Evaluation and Treatment at Mt. Spokane Pediatrics: A Complete Guide for Families 

When your child isn’t feeling well, or it’s time for a check-up, you want answers — and you want care that feels personal, professional, and reassuring. At Mt. Spokane Pediatrics, comprehensive evaluation and treatment are at the heart of everything they do. From birth through young adulthood, this practice is focused on understanding your child’s health and helping them thrive. Let’s walk through what that looks like in real terms. 

What Does “Evaluation and Treatment” Really Mean? 

In simple language: 

At Mt. Spokane Pediatrics, both parts work together smoothly. The goal isn’t just to fix a symptom; it’s to understand your child’s health needs and support them long term. 

1. Wellness Visits: The Foundation of Evaluation and Treatment 

Maybe your child is healthy and active, and you’re thinking, why do we need a check-up? Wellness visits are one of the best ways to ensure continued good health. 

During these routine visits, providers: 

This kind of evaluation allows pediatric providers to identify concerns before they become serious. And when something does need attention, they’ll work with you to build a treatment plan that’s right for your child. 

For example, if your child is falling behind growth expectations or struggling with a developmental milestone, that early recognition opens the door to helpful resources, therapies, or specialist referrals. 

Wellness visits are not just checkboxes — they’re team conversations about your child’s health journey. 

2. Acute Care: When Your Child Gets Sick 

Kids get sick — colds, fevers, tummy troubles, earaches, rashes — it’s part of growing up. What matters most is that your child’s symptoms are evaluated accurately and quickly so they can start healing. 

At Mt. Spokane Pediatrics, acute care means: 

Once the evaluation is complete, the treatment plan could include: 

Here’s a simple example. If your child has a sore throat and fever, the evaluation will help determine whether it’s viral (likely needing supportive care) or bacterial (possibly needing antibiotics). You’ll leave with a treatment plan you understand — not just a prescription. 

3. Asthma Care: Evaluation, Action, and Long-Term Support 

Asthma is one of the most common chronic conditions in children. And managing asthma well makes a huge difference in quality of life — fewer emergency visits, better sleep, and more active play. 

Mt. Spokane Pediatrics approaches asthma care through: 

✔ Thorough Evaluation 

Asthma symptoms can vary — wheezing, cough, shortness of breath, chest tightness, activity-related symptoms, etc. The provider will ask: 

They may also use breathing tests (spirometry) when age-appropriate to measure lung function — a key part of evaluation. 

✔ Personalized Treatment 

Asthma isn’t one-size-fits-all. The treatment plan could involve: 

Your pediatric care team will show you how to use inhalers and spacers correctly — this is critical for effective treatment. 

✔ Education and Ongoing Support 

Asthma is a long-term condition, and providers at Mt. Spokane Pediatrics emphasize education. You’ll learn how to: 

This partnership approach makes families feel confident managing asthma at home and knowing when to seek care. 

4. Behavioral Health: Evaluation Beyond Physical Symptoms 

Children’s health isn’t just about bodies — it’s also about how they think, feel, and interact with the world. Behavioral health is an important part of overall wellness. 

At Mt. Spokane Pediatrics, behavioral health evaluation and treatment include: 

🧠 Observational and Conversational Evaluation 

This might involve: 

Providers aim to understand the why behind behavior, not just the what. 

💬 Supportive, Multilayered Treatment 

Depending on the evaluation, treatment might include: 

The goal is to support your child’s mental and emotional health — just as seriously as physical health. 

5. Coordinating Care: You’re Not Alone 

One of the strengths of care at Mt. Spokane Pediatrics is the coordination piece. Evaluation and treatment don’t happen in a vacuum — your child’s health history, family context, and school life are all part of the picture.