TL;DR
Answers to the most common questions parents ask about well-child visits, newborn care, immunizations, and pediatric services at Dr. Jedidiah Oldham’s office in Spanish Fork. Dr. Oldham sees children from birth through adolescence. Call (385) 265-6060 for questions not covered below.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pediatric Care
Dr. Oldham provides newborn care starting with the first visit three to five days after hospital discharge. His family medicine training covers the full pediatric age range, and he follows the same AAP Bright Futures guidelines that pediatricians use. The advantage of family medicine is that Dr. Oldham also sees the parents and siblings, keeping the whole family’s care in one office.
Dr. Oldham follows the AAP Bright Futures schedule: visits at 3-5 days, 1, 2, 4, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 24, and 30 months, then annually from age 3 through 17. Each well-child visit includes growth tracking, developmental screening, immunizations, and age-appropriate anticipatory guidance. The front desk sends reminders as each visit approaches.
Yes. Dr. Oldham follows the CDC-recommended immunization schedule and stocks all routine childhood vaccines on site. He explains each vaccine at the visit, discusses expected side effects, and addresses vaccine concerns with evidence and patience. When a family requests an alternative schedule, he discusses the risks of delaying specific vaccines and works to keep the child as protected as possible.
Yes. Dr. Oldham diagnoses ADHD through a structured evaluation using Vanderbilt rating scales completed by parents and teachers, a behavioral history, and a focused exam. He requires symptoms in two or more settings and lasting at least six months before diagnosing, following AAP guidelines. Treatment may include behavioral strategies, medication, or both.
Call (385) 265-6060 as early as possible. The office reserves same-day slots for children with acute illnesses like ear infections, strep throat, fevers, and respiratory infections. Most same-day patients are seen within one to three hours of calling. Dr. Oldham treats children of all ages for acute illness.
Dr. Oldham screens for developmental delays using the ASQ-3 at the 9, 18, and 30-month visits and the M-CHAT-R for autism at 18 and 24 months. He also observes milestones informally at every visit. When a screening result suggests a delay, he refers to Utah’s Early Intervention program (Baby Watch) or the school district’s Child Find program for further evaluation.
Yes. Dr. Oldham performs sports physicals that follow the AAP pre-participation exam protocol, including cardiac screening and the 14-point musculoskeletal assessment. He completes the Utah PPE form at the visit. He recommends combining the sports physical with the annual well-child visit when timing allows to maximize the preventive care benefit.
Call (385) 265-6060 or book online. The front desk can schedule well-child visits, sick visits, and sports physicals for children of all ages. The office is at 972 N 600 E, Spanish Fork, UT 84660.
Medical disclaimer: These answers are for general informational purposes. Individual care decisions should be made between a patient’s family and their physician.
Content accuracy: Based on current AAP Bright Futures, CDC, and AAFP recommendations. Last reviewed April 2026.