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Health and Wellness Guide

Health Care

Children First Pediatrics
At Children First Pediatrics, we are committed to the care of your child. Our highest priority is make sure the needs of the entire family are met. In MD: 10301 Georgia Ave., Ste. 106, Silver Spring & 2401 Research Blvd., Ste. 270, Rockville.
www.childrenfirstpediatrics.com , doctors@childrenfirstpediatrics.com, 301-990-1664.

Fast Track Urgent Care
Walk-ins welcome. Most major insurances accepted.
www.fastrackmd.com , 10540 Connecticut Ave., Kensington, MD, 301-949-0030.

Johns Hopkins Community Physicians
Offering close, caring and convenient health care for all stages of life, including pediatrics, family practice, internal medicine and allergy treatment. Most insurance plans accepted.
www.hopkinsmedicine.org/jhcp , 6000 Executive Blvd., Ste. 625, Rockville, MD, 240-314-7080.

Righttime Medical Care
We're here in your community when you need us! X-rays on site, suturing, laboratory services, convenient appointments, walk-ins welcome! Annapolis, Arundel Mills, Columbia, Gaithersburg, Gambrills, Pasadena, Rockville AND COMING SOON to Olney.
www.myRighttime.com , 888-808-6483.

Shady Grove Adventist Hospital
The Birth Center has experts to care for mom and baby, all-private suites, a specialized Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, which provides care to newborns with complex medical needs, and the area's only Birth Advisor.
www.shadygroveadventisthospital.com , 9901 Medical Center Dr., Rockville, MD, 240-826-6000.

Washington Pediatric Associates
Nicole V. Lang, M.D., Touchpoint Trained Pediatrician
Well-child care from newborn to age 21. Lactation Consultant, Nutritional Counselor and Early Childhood Educator. Same day appointment for sick children. Most insurance plans accepted.
www.washingtonpediatric.com , 1145 19th St., NW, Ste. 708, Washington, DC, 202-955-5625.

Dentistry

Pediatric Dental Care
John Han, DDS
Building lasting relationships with your child. Advanced oral care for all ages, including children with special needs in a fun atmosphere.
www.kidsfirstdentalcare.com , 10614 Warwick Ave., Ste. B, Fairfax, VA, 703-383-3434.

Mental Health & Psychology; Counseling

Abrams & Associates, LLC
Dr. Kay Abrams
Progressive family-friendly practice offering comprehensive psychotherapy and assessment for children, teens and adults through individual, group, marital and family therapy.
abramsandassociates.com , drkay@abramsandassociates.com, 3841 Farragut Ave., Kensington, MD, 301-949-2098.

Jonah Green & Associates
Quality therapy for you, your child and your family. Individual, family, group and couples psychology. Serving a variety of ages and presenting problems. "Top Therapist" rating, "Washingtonian" magazine.
www.jonahgreenandassociates.com , jgreenicswc@aol.com, 3930 Knowles Ave., Ste. 200, Kensington, MD, 301-466-9526.

The Ross Center for Anxiety & Related Disorders, Inc.
Mary E. Salcedo, M.D., Medical Director; Stacie Isenberg, Psy.D., Director, Child and Adolescent Program
Nationally renowned center offers short-term individual and family therapy and medication management for children and adults with anxiety, depression, ADHD and other behavioral and emotional problems.
www.rosscenter.com , 5225 Wisconsin Ave., NW, Ste. 1400, Washington, DC, 202-363-1010.

Seven Minute Meditation
Shirley Cosson
Meditation instruction for all ages. Tame busy schedules with stress controls, increased focus, peaceful feelings. Gaithersburg, Rockville, Kentlands.
www.SevenMinuteMeditation.com , 301-424-8851.

Therapy-Speech, Language, Occupational

Basic Concepts
Specializing in the treatment and diagnosis of children who exhibit speech, language, social and academic difficulties. We offer full- and half-day summer camps for children ages 3-9.
www.basicconcepts.org , 966 Hungerford Dr., Unit 7, Rockville, MD, 240-447-8013.

The Better Brain Center
Specializing in brain-based interventions including nurofeedback and neurotherapy for cognitive, emotional, education and behavioral improvement for all ages. Also useful for migraine headaches.
www.TheBetterBrainCenter.com , 2121 Eisenhower Ave., Ste. 604, Alexandria, VA, 703-684-0334.

Create Arts Center
Services include individual and group arts therapy, arts classes for autistic/special needs students. 301-588-ARTS (2787).
www.createartscenter.org , 816 Thayer Ave., Silver Spring, MD,

Learning Enhancement Centers
Most learning and attention challenges can be permanently corrected. Our fun, interactive completely individualized programs could change your child's life.
www.LearningEnhancementCenters.com , 703-559-8706.

Northern Virginia Speech and Language Services
Nichole Cassis, M.Ed., CCC-SLP
Individualized communication therapy for children and adults.
www.kidscommunicating.com , 703-565-8000.

Potomac Horse Center Therapeutic Riding
Offering programs for children and adults with physical, cognitive and psychological challenges.
www.potomachorse.com/therapeu.htm , 14211 Quince Orchard Rd., North Potomac, MD, 301-208-0200.

The C.A.R. Center for Autism Resources
Integrated Therapy Classes
Each class addresses social skills, language, sensory motor skills and more through adapted yoga, adapted movement, music and art therapy. Led by our team of specialists and therapists.
info@stepahead.org, 10686 Crestwood Dr., Ste. B, Manassas, VA, 703-392-6166.

The Treatment & Learning Centers
TLC is a nonprofit organization founded in 1950 that offers services for learning/language disabilities, speech/language therapy, occupational therapy, audiology, educational testing, tutoring, counseling and child care.
www.ttlc.org , 2301 Research Blvd., Ste. 110, Rockville, MD, 301-424-5200.

Research Studies

Cycle for Survival
Indoor Team Cycling Fundraising Event
Make a difference on Sunday, February 12, 2012 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Register to ride with your friends and family in Cycle for Survival, a nationwide indoor team cycling event that is driving much needed research into rare cancers.
www.cycleforsurvival.org , Equinox Bethesda, 4905 Elm St., Bethesda, MD,

NIH Pediatric Research Study
National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Mental Health, Department of Health & Human Services
Does your 7-17-year-old have persistent severe irritability and recurrent tantrums or rages? Participate in an NIH pediatric research study. Call for information, eligibility. TTY: 1-866-411-1222.
http://patientinfo.nimh.nih.gov/BipolarDisorderPediatric.asp , irritablekids@mail.nih.gov, 301-496-8381.

Severe Irritability with ADHD Symptoms Research Study
National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Mental Health, Department of Health & Human Services
Does your 7-17-year-old child have severe irritability, tantrums, rages, trouble sleeping? Participate in an NIH pediatric research study. Call for information and eligibility. TTY: 1-866-411-1222.
http://patientinfo.nimh.nih.gov/BipolarDisorderPediatric.asp , irritablekids@mail.nih.gov, 301-496-8381.

Fun & Fitness

Adventure Theatre
Stage combat movement classes. LightSaber Adventures I. Learn safety, focus, spatial awareness, teamwork and self-discipline, all within a safe framework of basic strategy combat movement.
www.adventuretheatre.org , 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD, 301-634-2268.

Artisphere
December 9-11, 2011: Friday & Saturday, 8 p.m. ($25); Sunday, 3 p.m. (families, $12/$8 kids). Award-winning fusion Indian dance, plus Bhangra lesson and dance party.
www.artisphere.com , 1101 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA, 703-875-1100.

Ballet Petite
Grace, posture, cardiovascular endurance and muscular stamina. Complete ballet curriculum for girls and boys ages 18 months-6 years, teen and adult classes too! Bethesda, Potomac, Kentlands, McLean and Mt. Vernon.
www.balletpetite.com , information@balletpetite.com, 301-229-6882.

Berrend Dance Centre
Complete dance curriculum for girls and boys from beginners to advanced. Music & Motion for ages 3-5. Dancin' Tots Jazz/Tap classes for ages 3-5. Adult jazz, tap & hip-hop.
www.berrenddancecentre.com , 3460 Olney-Laytonsville R, Ste. 210, Olney, MD, 301-774-3032.

Camp Olympia
Horseback riding lessons year-round for all ages, all abilities. Group riding, private and semi-private lessons. certified instructors. Winter & Spring Riding Camps for ages 7 and up.
www.camp-olympia.com , 5511 Muncaster Mill Rd., Rockville, MD, 301-926-9281.

Circle Yoga / Budding Yogis
Budding Yogis offers mindful yoga to infants, kids, teens, families, moms-to-be and kids with special needs in our sunny, friendly studio near Chevy Chase Circle.
www.buddingyogis.com , 3838 Northampton St., NW, DC, 202-686-1104.

City of Gaithersburg
Department of Parks, Recreation & Culture
Yoga, zumba, tai chi, meditation, aromatherapy, water exercise--Explore all these and more with convenient, affordable recreation classes through the City of Gaithersburg.
www.gaithersburgmd.gov , 506 S. Frederick Ave., Gaithersburg, MD, 301-258-6350.

CityDance Center at DC Dance Collective
Ages 3-19. Dance programs for children and youth. Creative movement, hip-hop, jazz and Sri Lankan traditional and folk dance.
www.citydance.net , 4908 Wisconsin Ave., NW, Washington, DC, 202-293-1165.

CityDance Center at Strathmore
Age 4-adult. Dance programs and pre-professional training for children, youth and adults. Register now! Classes include ballet, modern, jazz, Afro-Asian fusion, hip-hop and more.
www.citydance.net , citydance@strathmore.org, 5301 Tuckerman La., N. Bethesda, MD, 301-581-5204.

Dulles SportsPlex
Ages 18 months-12. We offer fantastic enrichment classes in soccer & basketball for your rising star. We also have summer camps, birthday parties and homeschool sports!
www.dullessportsplex.com , 21610 Atlantic Blvd., Sterling, VA, 703-430-9966.

Dynamite Gymnastics Center
15,000 sq. ft., state-of-the-art facility with brand-new equipment. Structured classes for boys and girls 18 months-adult. Competitive women's artistic and tumbling and trampoline teams. Comfortable, lobby with observation area, Wi-Fi.
www.DynamiteGC.com , N. Bethesda, MD, 301-770-2700.

Earth Treks Climbing Centers
Earth Treks specializes in birthday parties, private programs, scout groups, summer camps and rock climbing instruction. Everyone, from youth-adult, can enjoy the benefits of climbing. Columbia, Timonium, Rockville. 800-CLIMB-UP.
www.EarthTreksClimbing.com ,

Flying Kick Fitness
Ages 4 & up. A top-quality program of traditional/Olympic style tae kwon do in a safe, friendly environment. Adult black belt instructors. Children, adults, families. Camps, birthday parties.
www.flyingkickTKD.com , 4711 Chase Ave., Bethesda, MD, 301-951-0543.

Joy of Motion Dance Center
Joy of Motion Dance Center, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable arts organization, offers dance education and performance opportunities for all ages, abilities and levels. In DC: 1333 H St., NE, 202-399-6763 & 5207 Wisconsin Ave., NW, 202-362-3042. In MD: 7315 Wisconsin Ave., Ste. 180E (lower level), Bethesda, 301-986-0016.
http://joyofmotion.org ,

Kintz-Mejia Academy of Ballet
Ages 3+. Offering ballet (Russian style), Pointe Character. Extensive adult program. Summer camp programs.
www.kintzmejiaballet.com , 1524 Spinghill Rd., McLean, VA, 703-506-1039.

The Little Gym
Introduce fitness into your child's life in these developmentally focused classes that include motor skill challenges, gymnastics-based activities, music, ball play and lots of laughter! In VA: Alexandria, Ashburn, Fairfax, Gainesville, Springfield. In MD: Gaithersburg, Germantown, Olney, Potomac, Silver Spring.
www.TheLittleGym.com ,

Loudoun Gymnastics Center
We are a full-service, 10,000+ square foot gymnastics and sports facility with trampolines, a tumble track and foam pit. Classes, competitive teams, open gym, birthday parties, camps and more.
www.loudoungymnastics.com , 21586 Atlantic Blvd., Bldg. #110, Sterling, VA, 703-444-9298.

Lowell School Aquatics Program
Ages 12 months-adults. Beginner, intermediate & advanced instruction and classes, private lessons, stroke development, adult lap/lessons, family open swimming.
www.lowellschool.org , 1640 Kalmia Rd., NW, Washington, DC, 202-577-2006.

Maryland Youth Ballet
Ages 2-18. Offering the highest caliber of classical ballet training and performance opportunities to young dancers planning a career in performing arts. Pre-ballet level through our release division.
www.marylandyouthballet.org , 926 Ellsworth Dr., Silver Spring, MD, 301-608-2232.

Misty Brae Farm
Riding lessons for all ages in Northern Virginia. Expanded weekend schedule.
www.mistybraefarm.com , tori@mistybraefarm.com, Aldie, VA, 703-403-6422.

Montgomery County Department of Parks
Affordable group & privates lessons in ice skating (figure, dance, hockey) and tennis (indoors & out in season) available year-round. Get fit in Montgomery Parks!
www.MontgomeryParks.org , 9500 Brunett Ave., Silver Spring, MD, 301-495-2595.

My Gym Children's Fitness Center
Fitness made fun for kids! Award-winning programs for children 6 weeks to 13 years. Noncompetitive gymnastics, exercise, song, dance and more. We also offer birthday parties, camps and special events. In VA: Alexandria, 703-971-5437; Burke, 703-425-5327; Chantilly, 703-378-3100. In MD: Bethesda, 301-652-2820; Potomac, 301-983-5300.
www.my-gym.com ,

Potomac Horse Center
Horseback riding lesson programs sure to build physical strength and confidence. Mini-mites (5 years old) through seniors in all disciplines and skill levels.
www.potomachorse.com , 14211 Quince Orchard Rd., North Potomac, MD, 301-208-0200.

Rockville SportsPlex
Ages 18 months-12. We offer fantastic enrichment classes in soccer & basketball for your rising star. We also have summer camps, birthday parties and homeschool sports!
www.rockvillesports.com , 60 Southlawn Ct., Rockville, MD, 301-838-4455.

Silver Stars Gymnastics
18 months & up. Gymnastics instruction for kids. Specially designed preschool equipment. Birthday parties. Boys-only classes. Competitive teams. Summer camps. Two locations: 2701 Pittman Dr., Silver Spring, 301-589-0938 & 14201 Woodcliff Ct., Bowie, 301-352-5777.
www.gosilverstars.com ,

Simon Says Yoga
Shauna Simon; Jean Campbell Munn; Nina Stanger; Iffany Leeson and more
Simon Says Yoga is a beautiful, peaceful sunlit studio offering adult and kids' yoga, Pilates, meditation and more. From prenatal, baby and me to seniors.
www.simonsaysyoga.com , simonsaysyoga@gmail.com, 4701 Sangamore Rd., Plaza Level, Bethesda, MD, 240-505-5448.

SoccerTots
Ages 18 months-6 years. We are a child physical development program that uses a variety of fun games to delight and engage young children in physical activity. 5 locations: Chantilly, Greenbelt, Haymarket, Manassas, Washington, D.C.
www.socertotsdc.com , info@soccertotsdc.com, 703-953-1667.

TK Gym & Martial Arts
Build your kid's focus and confidence! Traditional martial arts programs for tiny tots, children, adults and families. Chevy Chase/Bethesda/Potomac/DC.
www.tkmainc.com , 6831 Wisconsin Ave., P102, Chevy Chase, MD, 301-657-7782.

The Washington Ballet
Ballet school providing dance training for all ages across the DC area.
www.washingtonballet.org ,

Washington DC Jewish Community Center
Offering swim and karate programs that teach students proper form, style, technique and discipline. Classes inspire higher levels of respect, motivation and self-confidence.
www.washingtondcjcc.org/kids , 1529 16th St., NW, Washington, DC, 202-777-3270.

Nutrition

Chef on Call
Personal Chef Service
We do all the shopping and food preparation. Affordable meal plans customized to your dietary needs.
ChefRousseau@netscape.net, 703-222-9088.

Lynn's Meals in Minutes
Lynn McKee
Always fresh, never frozen, with local produce whenever possible. Customized meal planning to meet your dietary goals, offering programs such as Weight Watchers, South Beach and Atkins.
www.lynnsmealsinminutes.com , 240-476-1669.

Slender You
Not surgery or diet pills. Individual weight loss programs customized by a physician. Lose 10 pounds in two weeks.
www.slenderyoumd.com , 5530 Wisconsin Ave., Ste. 700, Chevy Chase, MD, 855-SLENDER.

Resources

Baby Proofing Montgomery
Professional childproofing consultants offering home assessments, products and installations.
www.babyproofingmontgomery.com , 301-984-9323.

Breastfeeding Center for Greater Washington
A comprehensive lactation education and support program for women, their families and the community. An understanding of common variations in the healthy breastfeeding baby. Skilled technical management of lactation-related problems.
www.breastfeedingcenter.org , 2141 K St., NW, Washington, DC, 202-293-5182.

Safe Start Baby Proofing
CPR and First Aid Training
We provide the knowledge and skills to help sustain an infant's life and minimize the consequences of injury or sudden illness until medical help arrives. Baby-proofing services.
www.safestartbaby.com , info@safestartbaby.com, 888-240-SAFE.

DC Hospitals

Children's National Medical Center

www.childrensnational.org , 202-476-5000.

George Washington University Hospital

www.gwhospital.com , 202-715-4000.

Howard University Hospital

www.huhosp.org , 202-865-6100.

Sibley Memorial Hospital

www.sibley.org , 202-537-4000.

Washington Hospital Center

www.whcenter.org , 202-877-7000.

MD Hospitals

Frederick Memorial Hospital

www.fmh.org , 240-566-3300.

Holy Cross Hospital

www.holycrosshealth.org , Silver Spring, MD, 301-754-7000.

Laurel Regional Hospital

www.dimensionshealth.org/website/c/lrh , Laurel, MD, 301-725-4300.

Montgomery General Hospital

www.montgomerygeneral.com , Olney, MD, 301-774-8882.

Prince George's Hospital Center

www.dimensionshealth.org/website/c/pghc , Cheverly, MD, 301-618-2000.

Shady Grove Adventist Hospital

www.shadygroveadventisthospital.com , Rockville, MD, 240-826-6000.

Washington Adventist Hospital

www.adventisthealthcare.com/WAH , Takoma Park, MD, 301-891-7600.

VA Hospitals

Dominion Hospital

www.dominionhospital.com , Falls Church, VA, 703-536-2000.

Fauquier Hospital

www.faquierhospital.org , Warrenton, VA, 540-347-2550.

Inova Alexandria Hospital

www.inova.com/iah , Alexandria, VA, 703-504-3000.

Inova Fairfax Hospital for Children

www.inova.org/children , Falls Church, VA, 703-750-8800.

Inova Loudoun Hospital

www.loudounhospital.org , Leesburg, VA, 703-858-6000.

Inova Mt. Vernon Hospital

www.inova.com/imvh , Alexandria, VA, 703-664-7000.

Inova Fair Oaks

www.inova.com/ifoh , Fairfax, VA, 703-391-3600.

Inova Fairfax Hospital

www.inova.com/ifh , Falls Church, VA, 703-776-4001.

Potomac Hospital

www.potomachospital.com , Woodbridge, VA, 703-670-1313.

Prince William Hospital

www.pwhs.org/cd , Manassas, VA,

Reston Hospital Center

www.restonhospital.com , Reston, VA, 703-689-9000.

Virginia Hospital Center

www.virginiahospitalcenter.com , Arlington, VA, 703-558-5000.