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Pediatrics is our Passion

Welcome to Glacier Pediatrics! Our experienced and caring team, comprised of one pediatrician and three nurse practitioners, have been providing excellent pediatric care for Juneau families since 1999. Our practice is dedicated to providing the best possible health care to each and every one of our patients. We offer many services including newborn care, sports physicals, and behavioral health including ADHD, anxiety, depression and anger issues. We strive to be available when you need us by offering same day sick visits, as well as evening and weekend office hours. We see children from birth through 19, and value the long-term relationships that we form with many of Juneau’s families.


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Meet Our Team

  • Lauren Hopson,
    PNP

    Lauren Hopson grew up in Juneau and was seen at Glacier Pediatrics as a child. She received her undergraduate and graduate nursing degrees from Columbia University.
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  • Amy Dressel,
    MD

    Dr. Amy Dressel received her medical degree from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, School of Medicine, in Denver, Colorado.
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  • Tips for Parents of Adolescents: Common Concerns

    Here is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about common concerns during adolescence. ...

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  • Temper Tantrums

    It's hard for young children to hold strong feelings inside. When they feel frustrated or angry, they often cry, scream, or stomp up and down. This is a temper tantrum. Temper tantrums are a normal part of your child's development. They usually begin around age 12 to 18 months, get worse between 2 and ...

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  • Home Drug Testing: What Parents Need to Know

    Remember that your teen’s doctor can help assess whether your teen has a drug problem and a laboratory test is not always needed. However, if a drug test is recommended, your teen should know about it. The American Academy of Pediatrics opposes drug tests without a teen’s knowledge and consent. ...

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  • Steroids: Play Safe, Play Fair

    You’re an athlete. You play to win. You’re always looking for a way to get an edge over your opponents. Steroids and performance enhancers aren’t the answer. The best athletes rely on practice and hard work. Here is information from your doctor to help you stay healthy. ...

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  • Sinusitis and Your Child

    Sinusitis is an inflammation of the lining of the nose and sinuses. It is a very common infection in children. ...

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  • Sleep Apnea and Your Child

    Does your child snore a lot? Does he sleep restlessly? Does he have difficulty breathing, or does he gasp or choke, while he sleeps? If your child has these symptoms, he may have a condition known as sleep apnea. ...

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  • A Parent's Guide to Teen Parties

    As a parent, you know the importance of your teen's social life and that parties are a way to socialize and relax. But an unsupervised or poorly planned party can result in unwanted or even tragic consequences. However, parental responsibility is the key to a fun and safe party. ...

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  • Pneumonia and Your Child

    After an exam, the doctor may order a blood test or an x-ray. These tests can help your doctor decide how to treat your child's infection. If your child needs medicine, be sure you know the right amount, when to give the medicine, and if you should give food with it. If you forget or don't understand ...

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  • Middle Ear Fluid and Your Child

    The middle ear is the space behind the eardrum that is usually filled with air. When a child has middle ear fluid (otitis media with effusion), it means that a watery or mucus-like fluid has collected in the middle ear. Otitis media means middle ear inflammation, and effusion means fluid. ...

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  • Urinary Tract Infections in Young Children

    Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in young children. These infections can lead to serious health problems. UTIs may go untreated because the symptoms may not be obvious to the child or the parents. The following is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about UTIs—what they are, ...

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Monday:

8:30 am-5:30 pm

Tuesday:

8:30 am-5:30 pm

Wednesday:

8:30 am-5:30 pm

Thursday:

8:30 am-5:30 pm

Friday:

8:30 am-5:30 pm

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed

COVID-19 Update

In response to the recent COVID-19 concerns: Yes, we are open and available if you need us. We want to assure you that we are taking the recommended precautions to keep our patients and families safe. Maintaining your child’s health is our priority.

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We have Flu shots available and to contact the clinic to schedule an appointment.