
Sharon McDonough Means
Pediatrician
316 South Convent Avenue Tucson Arizona, 85701About
Dr. Sharon McDonough Means is a pediatrician practicing in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. McDonough Means is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. McDonough Means 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. McDonough Means can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Indiana University
Board Certification
American Board of Pediatrics- Pediatrics
Provider Details

Sharon McDonough Means's Expert Contributions
My son has ADHD. Is medication safe for him?
To the Parent with a Concern: In my practice as a developmental pediatrician, I am MUCH more concerned about the cause of a child’s inattention and FIRST want a comprehensive evaluation of his/her learning and cognitive abilities including language. Then I become focused on what to do about those causes. Medication unless administered along with other – often multiple – interventions invites long-term complications that amount to a bandaid over the cause. Sincerely, Sharon McDonough-Means, MD READ MORE
My daughter is 7 years old and is a fussy eater. How can I supplement her nutrition?
Dear Mom, The issue is not what to add, but what is the CAUSE of her fussy eating. That is needed before you can decide what else to give her. Sincerely, Sharon McDonough-Means, MD READ MORE
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local Guest Lecturer -
Fellowships
- University of Iowa (Pediatric Developmental Disabilities)
Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy Of Pediatrics- Section of Developmental Disabilties, Section of Holistic and Integrative Medicine
Articles and Publications
- Has been published
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard Work
Hobbies / Sports
- Reading
Favorite professional publications
- Journal of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics
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