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David Perlstein, MD, MBA, FAAP

David Perlstein, MD, MBA, FAAP

Dr. Perlstein received his Medical Degree from the University of Cincinnati and then completed his internship and residency in pediatrics at The New York Hospital, Cornell medical Center in New York City. After serving an additional year as Chief Pediatric Resident, he worked as a private practitioner and then was appointed Director of Ambulatory Pediatrics at St. Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx.

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Bhupinder Anand, MD

In most cases, jaundice is not preventable.

• The best way to avoid jaundice is to make sure your baby is getting enough fluids.
• If you are breastfeeding your child and have any questions or concerns, speak to a lactation consultant. Many hospitals provide this service.
• If you have not received formal training in infant or child CPR and you have children at home, contact your local American Heart Association chapter to enroll in a class as soon as possible.

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