Dr. Asaad Samra Publishes Wound Care Best Practices Manuscript
samrapeds2021-04-21T10:09:36-04:00Dr. Asaad Samra was recently published in the September 2016 Supplement to WOUNDS. A discussion by a panel of experts defines at-risk patients and reveals it’s findings on best wound care practices thereof using today’s advanced technology. “There is no question in my mind that in the right clinical setting, using advanced therapy would help heal wounds faster. We can all agree that that is in everyone’s best interest. [...]
Dr. Salem Samra Recently Published in Hand Surgery Journal
samrapeds2021-04-21T10:09:37-04:00Dr. Salem Samra was recently published in the October 2016 edition of the Journal of Hand Surgery (Asian-Pacific Volume). The study involves children born with extra fingers (polydactyly) and how best to treat them. Dr. Samra designed the study and is the first author on the paper. "Having a child born with this deformity can be a very traumatic experience for parents and there has not been a clear consensus [...]
Bayshore Hospital Honors Dr. Raja Barakat
samrapeds2021-04-21T10:09:37-04:00Congratulations to Dr. Raja Barakat, who was honored recently by Bayshore Community Hospital for 30 Years of Service as a Member of the Medical Staff. Dr. Barakat is proud to serve the community and is also the Chair of Pediatrics at Bayshore Community Hospital. Call our office at 732-727-8800 to make your appointment with Dr. Raja Barakat!
Busting Myths About the Flu
samrapeds2021-04-21T10:09:37-04:00As flu season approaches, it's important to be prepared. It's also important to make sure you're not falling victim to several common myths about the flu.
SAMS Helping Refugee Children and Families
samrapeds2021-04-21T10:09:37-04:00SAMS is a leading humanitarian, non-political organization who mission is to save the lives and work to ensure a healthier future for all through medical relief and healthcare development. In particular, this fundraiser is to help raise funds for desperately needed medications and supplies for women and children severely impacted by the ongoing crisis in Syria and the refugees currently residing in camps in surrounding countries who are without [...]
Samra Pediatrics Doctors Voted Favorite Kids’ Docs
samrapeds2021-04-21T10:09:37-04:00Congratulations to our own Dr. Raja Barakat, MD and Dr. Siddiqui. They were both awarded the Favorite Kids' Docs Award for 2015. This is their 4th consecutive win! We're so proud of our amazing team and so happy for our patients. We thank our patients and their families for voting.
Car Seat Law Updated in New Jersey
samrapeds2021-04-21T10:09:37-04:00An important family safety to be aware of as New Jersey's car seat law gets an updated. Learn the details of the new regulations and what they mean for your family.
May is Asthma Awareness Month
samrapeds2021-04-21T10:09:37-04:00May is Asthma Awareness Month. Please learn more about asthma and see what you can do to help.
Know your Allergy Medicines
samrapeds2021-04-21T10:09:37-04:00There are a few different types of medicines that help cure allergies. Some are over-the-counter while others require a prescription. He's a quick run down on allergy medicines.