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Your Trusted Partner for Pediatric and Sports Medicine Solutions
ActiveKidMD is a specialized pediatric and sports medicine practice serving Orange County, California. Our dual board-certified physicians, Dr. Chris Koutures and Dr. Christopher Lin, combine over 40 years of collective experience to deliver individualized care for children and young athletes. We prioritize evidence-based practices while fostering long-term relationships with families to address medical and sports-related concerns from infancy through young adulthood. Our expertise spans injury prevention, athlete nutrition, and managing pediatric conditions like allergies and ear infections.We maintain affiliations with St. Joseph Hospital and Children's Hospital of Orange County, ensuring comprehensive care coordination. Our practice emphasizes accessibility through same-day appointments, personalized service, and 24/7 after-hours support. We actively contribute to medical education through publications and mentorship programs while maintaining active roles as team physicians for national sports organizations. Our commitment to community health is reflected in our patient-centered approach that respects family preferences while providing expert guidance.
Services
Pediatrics
Sports Medicine
Allergy Care
Ear Infections
Immunizations
Growth Monitoring
Nutrition Guidance
Concussion Management
Injury Prevention
Developmental Screening
Highlights and features
- Dual board-certified pediatric and sports medicine specialists with Olympic experience
- Individualized care plans tailored to each family's unique needs
- Same-day appointments available for urgent medical concerns
- Specialized expertise in dance medicine and athlete nutrition
- 24/7 after-hours medical support through live phone coverage
What people say
Wonderful staff
Personable doctors
Helpful scheduling
Expertise with kids
Thorough explanations
Services
Pediatrics
Our comprehensive pediatric care covers wellness visits, immunizations, and management of common childhood illnesses. We provide continuous medical support from newborns through young adulthood, addressing developmental milestones, nutrition, and chronic condition management. Our approach combines evidence-based medicine with personalized attention to each family's unique needs.
Sports Medicine
Specialized care for young athletes includes injury prevention, concussion management, and performance optimization. We address sports-specific concerns across 15+ disciplines while emphasizing safe training practices and nutritional requirements. Our physicians serve as team doctors for national sports organizations and provide return-to-play evaluations.
Allergy Care
We diagnose and manage allergic conditions affecting children's respiratory systems and skin. Our approach focuses on identifying triggers, implementing avoidance strategies, and providing symptom management options. We offer guidance on distinguishing seasonal allergies from chronic conditions while emphasizing non-pharmacological interventions when appropriate.
Ear Infections
Our practice specializes in diagnosing and treating middle ear infections in children. We provide evidence-based treatment plans that balance antibiotic use with watchful waiting strategies. We emphasize hearing preservation and developmental monitoring while educating families about prevention techniques and when to seek care.
Developmental Screening
We conduct comprehensive developmental assessments at key pediatric milestones. Our screening process identifies potential delays in motor skills, language development, and social-emotional growth. We provide early intervention referrals and family education while maintaining continuous monitoring through regular wellness visits.
People
Chris Koutures
Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist
Dr. Koutures is a dual board-certified pediatrician and sports medicine specialist with 25+ years of experience. He serves as team physician for USA Volleyball and UC San Diego Athletics, combining clinical practice with Olympic-level sports medicine expertise.
Christopher Lin
Pediatrician
Dr. Lin brings 20+ years of pediatric experience with additional expertise in urgent care medicine. His practice focuses on preventive care and managing common childhood conditions, supported by his background in emergency pediatrics and family-centered treatment approaches.
Kirtine Yang
Pediatrician
Dr. Yang has 20+ years of experience in outpatient pediatrics, emphasizing wellness care and developmental monitoring. She serves as Medical Director for West Coast University's PA program while maintaining active clinical practice focused on continuity care from infancy through adolescence.
Questions
What should we bring to our appointment?
Bring immunization records, past medical records, and any imaging studies (X-rays, MRIs) on disc or printed format for review.
Does ActiveKidMD take my insurance?
We participate in many insurance networks. Contact our office for specific details about your plan's coverage.
What ages do you see?
We treat patients from birth through 22 years for medical concerns, with sports medicine care available beyond that age.
Do you offer same-day appointments?
Yes, we regularly provide same-day appointments for illnesses and injuries, with calls opening at 8 AM daily.
How are after-hours concerns handled?
Our office maintains 24/7 phone coverage with live staff available to connect you with on-call medical professionals at all times.
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