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Jaundice is surprisingly common in newborns: more than half of babies develop it in the first week after birth. But what causes this yellowing of the skin and eyes, and when should parents be concerned? At Nie Lina MD PC in Brooklyn, New York, board-certified pediatrician Lina Nie MD, PhD,...

You’re putting in the hard work for your family, gathering documents and completing applications for US residency or citizenship. Now it’s time for the next step towards your American dream: the immigration exam. Lina Nie, MD, PhD, strives to make this part of the process go as smoothly and efficiently...

Immunizations are one of the most important tools we have to protect our children from serious, sometimes life-threatening diseases. Yet countless myths and misconceptions about vaccines still circulate. As a parent, it’s natural to have questions and concerns about what’s best for your child. Lina Nie, MD, PhD, specializes in...

The season of sneezes and sniffles can bring uncertainty and frustration for families. If you or your little one is feeling under the weather, you may be wondering whether it’s a run-of-the-mill bug or something more serious, like influenza (the flu) or COVID-19. Lina Nie, MD, PhD, provides comprehensive medical...

There’s a lot to learn when it comes to newborn care, but thankfully, you don’t have to wait until your baby is born to start learning. You can start now! In addition to learning from books, podcasts, and the mothers in your own family, Nie Lina, MD, PhD, and the...