About
Heidi W. Busceme, MD, FAAP
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After practicing in a small city in Northeast Texas, Dr. Busceme and her family relocated to Austin in January 2009. She loves every aspect of Austin, including outdoor activities, festivals, and the theater. She enjoys spending time with her husband and three children, whether playing at the park, swimming, or just hanging out at home.
The greatest part of being a pediatrician is the opportunity to watch a child grow. My goal is to help parents raise their children to be happy, healthy, and productive adults. I believe in treating every child with respect, just as I would my own.
Services
- Behavioral Evaluation
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Behavioral Evaluation
ARC Pediatrics provides behavioral evaluations to gather information to help your child and family.
- Circumcision
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Circumcision
Circumcision is a surgery to remove the skin covering the end of the penis, called the foreskin, and is most often done one or two days after a baby boy’s birth. ARC Pediatricians are available to perform the procedure and answer any questions you may have about the procedure.
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- Developmental and Autism Screening
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Developmental and Autism Screening
Developmental and Autism screenings are tests that help diagnose developmental challenges in children.
- Flu Shots
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Flu Shots
A flu vaccine can help prevent flu-related visits each year. CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older get vaccinated every flu season.
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- Fluoride Varnish for Children
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Fluoride Varnish for Children
Regular dental care should begin by 1 year of age, with a dental check-up at least twice each year for most children. Some children may need check-ups more often.
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- Hearing Screenings for School-Age Children
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Hearing Screenings for School-Age Children
Hearing screenings are tests to help identify hearing loss in children and its severity.
- Lactation Support
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Lactation Support
If you choose to breastfeed, your ARC pediatrician, Ob/Gyn, advanced practice clinician (APC), or care team can provide advice and recommendations. We also partner with Breastfeeding Success (BFS) to help new parents with specialized educational materials, classes, and visits with a lactation consultant, as needed.
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- Newborn Hearing Screenings
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Newborn Hearing Screenings
Hearing loss screenings for newborns help determine if your baby has hearing loss.
- Pediatric Eye Exam
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Pediatric Eye Exam
ARC pediatric eye exams check eye health and scan for amblyopia risk factors, blurry vision, farsightedness, nearsightedness, vision loss, and more.
- Pediatric Immunizations
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Pediatric Immunizations
Immunizations are a safe, effective way to protect children from diseases, including some cancers, as well as hospitalization, disability, and death. It is important to maintain routine immunizations during a pandemic or other public health emergency to prevent further outbreaks.
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- Pediatric Meet & Greet
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Pediatric Meet & Greet
Preparing for your baby's arrival is an exciting time that can raise questions about the health care your child will receive. A free ARC Pediatric Meet & Greet is an excellent opportunity for you to learn about our practice and inquire about an individual doctor's or advanced practice clinician's (APC) philosophy of caring for infants, children, and teens.
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- Pediatric Newborn Visits
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Pediatric Newborn Visits
Our dedicated pediatricians and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) offer comprehensive 3-day and 2-week newborn visits designed to ensure the health and well-being of your newest family member.
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- Telemedicine Visits
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Telemedicine Visits
ARC offers telemedicine visits for primary and specialty care. ARC doctors and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) can quickly evaluate you for a new health issue or follow up with you via a phone call or video visit from the comfort of your home.
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- Well-Check Exam
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Well-Check Exam
A well-check exam focuses on maintaining your child’s health and is a time to discuss preventive care. Our doctors and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) cover growth, development, immunization updates, health, safety, nutrition, physical fitness, puberty, acne, learning, behavioral questions, and family and social concerns.
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Locations & Hours
Credentials
Board Certifications
Board Certified in Pediatrics
Residency
University of Arkansas for the Medical Sciences Arkansas Children's Hospital, Little Rock, AR, 1999
Medical School
The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, TX, 1996
Education
B.S. in Chemistry, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK, 1992
Professional Positions
- Fellow, American Academy of Pediatrics
Awards & Honors
- Top Docs for Kids 2021, Austin Monthly Magazine