Lisa Tucker, NP
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Pediatrics
Specialty
Pediatric Allergy,
Pediatric Emergency Medicine,
Pediatric Hospital Medicine
About Lisa Tucker, NP
Lisa Tucker, NP is a nurse practitioner providing care to patients in Fort Wayne, Indiana at Jefferson Pediatrics.
Procedures & Services
Patient Education Resources
Can video game usage lead to ADHD?
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a complex disorder that is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. While excessive video game use has been assoc...
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a complex disorder that is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. While excessive video game use has been assoc...
Does the food I eat affect my acne?
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
Should I consider tonsillectomy for recurrent strep throat infections?
Tonsillectomy, the surgical removal of the tonsils, is a treatment option for recurrent strep throat infections. However, it should only be considered after other treatments have failed and the freque...
Tonsillectomy, the surgical removal of the tonsils, is a treatment option for recurrent strep throat infections. However, it should only be considered after other treatments have failed and the freque...
What types of pollen trigger allergies?
Pollen is a fine powder that is released by trees, grasses, and weeds during the spring, summer, and fall. When these pollens come into contact with the eyes, nose, and lungs of people who are sensiti...
Pollen is a fine powder that is released by trees, grasses, and weeds during the spring, summer, and fall. When these pollens come into contact with the eyes, nose, and lungs of people who are sensiti...
Why are so many children taking ADHD medications?
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects about 5-10% of children and adolescents. The symptoms of ADHD include difficulty paying attention, impulsi...
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects about 5-10% of children and adolescents. The symptoms of ADHD include difficulty paying attention, impulsi...
Education & Training
- Medical Degree: The University of Texas at Tyler
Jefferson Pediatrics
Our office strives to be a community leader by delivering complete pediatric services and providing the highest level of care and professionalism. We are here to help you with your children’s health care needs and believe in working with you to ensure that your children maintain optimal health as they grow and develop.
Our goal is seeing children happy and healthy as they progress from infancy to preschool all the way into productive young adults.
Our vision is to help every child achieve his or her best health and reach their maximum potential by empowering them and their parents through a holistic approach to Pediatrics. With open minds and an eagerness to teach, we will explore the opportunities for you and your children to understand how optimal health can be achieved.
Our goal is seeing children happy and healthy as they progress from infancy to preschool all the way into productive young adults.
Our vision is to help every child achieve his or her best health and reach their maximum potential by empowering them and their parents through a holistic approach to Pediatrics. With open minds and an eagerness to teach, we will explore the opportunities for you and your children to understand how optimal health can be achieved.