Dr. Ruby Ann Cayco-Bell, MD, Pediatrician
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Dr. Ruby Ann Cayco-Bell, MD

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3000 Coral Hills Dr Coral Springs Medica Pompano Beach FL, 33065
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Dr. Ruby Ann Cayco-Bell is a pediatrician practicing in Pompano Beach, FL. Dr. Cayco-Bell is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Cayco-Bell diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Cayco-Bell can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.

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PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Emergency Medicine

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Dr. Ruby Ann Cayco-Bell, MD's Expert Contributions
  • Can I give my 2 year old mucinex?

    HI, thank you for your question. Mucinex is an over-the-counter medication and comes in different forms. In general, most of the cough cold medications are not recommended for children under 6 years of age. Please always check with your pediatrician regarding medications. READ MORE

  • What causes dry cough in toddlers?

    Thank you for your question. A dry cough may be caused by a few reasons: a virus, allergies that may be associated by a post nasal drip or runny nose. I would suggest seeking medical attention if she develops a fever, cough seems to be getting worse or if she seems short of breath. Hope this helps. READ MORE

  • Can an eye infection cause headaches?

    Hi, thank you for your question. Eye infections like conjunctivitis or "pink eye" can cause eye irritation, burning or discomfort, but they really should cause significant headaches. If the eye infection involves redness and swelling around the eye and headaches then you may need to see your doctor sooner rather than later. READ MORE

  • How do I know if my toddler's head injury is serious?

    Hi, Signs that your toddler head injury may be serious include : 1) whether there was any loss of consciousness after the fall 2) if there is a bum or lump on the side (temple) of his head 3) any episodes of vomiting 4) not acting at baseline ... these are some of the things i would be watching out for. If you have any concerns, please contact your pediatrician or nearest medical provider. Hope this helps. READ MORE

  • Can a child with staph infection go to daycare?

    Hi! Thanks for the question. I guess my answer would be - it depends on what kind of a staph infection your child has. If it is an infection that causes a fever, then I would recommend keeping your child home until the fever goes away for 24 hours without the need for fever reducers. If it doesn't involve a fever, but involves the use of antibiotics, you can probably be able to send your child to daycare after at least a day or 2 of completed antibiotics. Please always check back with your pediatrician and complete the prescription as ordered. Thank you. READ MORE

  • How do I know if my child has pneumonia?

    Hi! Thank you for your question. Having pneumonia may only be one of the reason your child has a cough. Other things to consider would be: 1. A post nasal drip Dr allergies; 2. Reactive airway or asthma; or 3. Pneumonia, which can be viral or caused by bacteria. This can be diagnosed with a chest X-ray. Hope this helps. READ MORE

  • Can a viral fever last 7 days?

    Thank you for your question. There are viral infections that can cause a prolonged fever. I usually advise patients though, if the fever lasts more than 3 days, especially if high grade >103 and if your child looks ill, then further tests may be required to check for blood borne infection. Hope this helps. Stay safe. READ MORE

  • Can a baby catch a sinus infection?

    Thank you for your question. A child cannot technically catch the "sinus" infection, but can catch the bacteria that may cause the sinus infection, pretty much like catching a cold. Hope this helps. READ MORE

  • How do you treat sinusitis in toddlers?

    With antibiotics. Thank you. READ MORE

  • Can you still get the flu after a flu shot?

    Unfortunately yes READ MORE

  • How long does a flu vaccine last?

    At least 6 months. READ MORE

  • Are tablets bad for children's eyes?

    Hi, thank you for your question. I am attaching an article that may help. Is Too Much Screen Time Harming Children’s Vision? - American Academy of Ophthalmology READ MORE

  • How long does a fever and the flu last?

    Hi, thank you for your question. Usually, fevers due to a viral infection (like the flu) can last anywhere from one days to about 5 days. If your child looks otherwise well and is up to date with immunizations they should do well. It is important to keep them drinking and hydrated in addition to the fever reducer that you choose to make them feel better. If there is any other concern like vomiting, diarrhea or severe cough or is not improving by the third day it is best that they see their doctor. Hope this helps and your child feel better soon. READ MORE

  • When should I take my child to the doctor for an ear infection?

    Thank you go the question. Some children may have ear pain, but not necessarily an ear infection. Ear infections can be a middle ear infection that may need antibiotics or an external ear infection like "swimmers ear." When to take your child to the doctor: if there is a fever, discharge from the ear, or severe pain. To help with pain, acetaminophen or ibuprofen may be used. READ MORE

  • What should I do if my child has conjunctivitis?

    Hi! Thank you for your question. Conjunctivitis can be allergic, bacterial or viral. If her eyes are extremely itchy with clear discharge, then it can be allergic. Taking over-the-counter antihistamines like cetirizine (Zyrtec) or diphenhydramine (Benadryl) may help. If her eyes are red and the discharge is green or yellow, then she may need antibiotic eye drops. Viral conjunctivitis can also present with really red eyes, but not much discharge. If there are other symptoms other than red eyes like a fever, I suggest that she see her doctor. Hope this helps. READ MORE

  • What age should a child have an eye test?

    Thank you for your question, This answer is based on the suggestions by the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Eye exams are done several times from infancy. From the newborn period and during well exams as an infant. Vision screening which may be what you mean by eye test usually between the ages of 3 and 3 1/2 yrs. So expect your child to be screened soon. READ MORE

  • What is the best home remedy for an ear infection?

    Thank you for the question. If your child is around school age, is otherwise well-meaning no fever or severe pain from the ear or throat or discharge from the ear, some studies have suggested watchful waiting with pain control using acetaminophen or ibuprofen. If your child is younger or has a high fever or in a lot of pain then they need to be evaluated. The antibiotic choice will depend on known allergies' recent antibiotic use as well. I hope this helps. READ MORE

  • Do toddlers get the meningitis vaccine?

    Hi, Thank you for your question. If you are referring to the meningococcal vaccine (there are 2 kinds) the CDC recommends that the first dose usually is given to 11-12 year olds. There are special situations though that the vaccine is given to younger children. You can always check with your pediatrician to make sure your child is up to date with their vaccines. READ MORE

  • How can I stop my child from coughing?

    Hi! Thank you for your question. There really is no medication safe out there that can stop a cough in its tracks. There are a lot of over-the-counter medications that are not controlled - most of them have combination medications like antihistamines (for allergies) and maybe a cough suppressant. Sometimes a cough may just be due to a runny nose or a post-nasal drip. There are prescription medications that you may need to talk to your doctor about, but for your child's age, they may not be safe. Thank you. Hope this helps. READ MORE

  • Is infant ibuprofen the same as children's ibuprofen?

    No, they have a different concentration. Please check the medication bottle. Infants ibuprofen is 50mg/1.25 ml (will have a dropper or little syringe), children's Motrin is 100mg/5ml. Hope this helps. READ MORE

Dr. Ruby Ann Cayco-Bell, MD's Practice location

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3000 Coral Hills Dr Coral Springs Medica -
Pompano Beach, FL 33065
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Get to know Pediatric Emergency Physician Dr. Ruby Ann Cayco-Bell, who serves patients in Loxahatchee, Florida.

Dr. Cayco-Bell, a board-certified pediatric emergency physician, can be found on staff at Palms West Hospital in Loxahatchee, Florida. 

For more than 30 years, Palms West Hospital has provided healthcare excellence in western Palm Beach County. The 204-bed, acute care hospital offers a wide range of specialty services, including a dedicated pediatric emergency department and a full-service children’s hospital. The highly-skilled, board-certified physicians working there are specialty trained in pediatric care, providing a special place that is calming to children and assuring to parents. “Palms West has established a position of medical leadership by listening to the needs of people in our community and responding with compassionate, quality health care and innovative new services that meet those needs” according to the mission of the hospital. 

The doctor’s acclaimed career in medicine began after she earned her medical degree from the University of the Philippines College of Medicine. Upon relocating to the United States, she completed her residency in pediatrics at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. In regards to her training, she completed a three-year fellowship in Pediatric Emergency Medicine at University Hospitals of Cleveland Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital in Cleveland, OH. Additionally, she has satisfied the maintenance of certification requirements for both Pediatrics and Pediatric Emergency Medicine to date. 

Dedicated to her profession, Dr. Cayco-Bell is board-certified in both pediatrics and pediatric emergency medicine by the American Board of Pediatrics, which is an independent, nonprofit organization whose certificate is recognized throughout the world as a credential signifying a high level of physician competence. 

Pediatric emergency medicine is a medical subspecialty of both pediatrics and emergency medicine. It involves the care of undifferentiated, unscheduled children with acute illnesses or injuries that require immediate medical attention. While not usually providing long-term or continuing care, pediatric emergency physicians undertake the necessary investigations and interventions to diagnose patients in the acute phase, to liaise with physicians from other specialities, and to resuscitate and stabilize children who are seriously ill or injured. They generally practice in hospital emergency departments.

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