Dr. Alexis Monique Javier, DO

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Pediatrics

Pediatrician Dr. Alexis Monique Javier treats patients from birth through adolescence for common childhood illnesses, including common colds, flu, conjunctivitis (pink eye), ear infections, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), gastroenteritis, sinusitis (sinus infection) and strep throat. She also provides well child examinations and immunizations. S...

Dr. Javier earned her undergraduate degree at the University of Houston, majoring in biology and minoring in medicine and society. She earned her medical degree at William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. She completed her pediatrics residency at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston.

A life-long innate sense of calling drew Dr. Javier to pediatrics, an area where she feels she can leave the world a better place. Believing that “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” she focuses on preventative medicine and tries to keep her patients from getting sick in the first place.

Another major clinical interest is osteopathic manipulation, which utilizes hands-on treatments to help the body heal itself. In young patients, that approach can be used to alleviate pain, such as that caused by minor sports injuries.

Dr. Javier is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, American College of Osteopathic Pediatricians, Texas Pediatric Society and Texas Medical Association, and American Osteopathic Association.

In her leisure time, Dr. Javier is active in dog rescue organizations and pet therapy. She owns a therapy dog, volunteers to provide pet therapy and fosters Great Pyrenees.

In The News

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Dr. Javier offers insight on the measles outbreak in Texas, including the latest guidance on vaccination schedules for children.

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Pediatrician Dr. Alexis Javier offers advice on noise safety for babies, and age-appropriate headphones for young children.

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Dr. Javier outlines what parents should know about protein powders, a popular supplement among teens that may contain harmful metals.

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Pediatrician Dr. Alexis Javier explains what Sanfilippo syndrome is after one mom recognized her child's symptoms on social media.

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Health experts advise on the symptoms of West Nile virus following the first case reported in Fort Bend County, ranging from milk to more severe signs of infection.

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Dr. Javier contributes to this list of safe tumblers for kids and age-appropriate water bottles, including must-have features to look for and how to keep them clean.

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Spring safety for kids

Spring brings more outdoor fun for kids, but before going on Spring Break with children, hear these important safety and health tips from a pediatrician.

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For families heading to the rodeo, the petting zoo is a great attraction—but first, check out these safety and hygiene tips from a pediatrician to keep everyone healthy.

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A pediatrician offers expert advice for parents of toddlers who are ready to start potty training before they decide what products to try.

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What Every Parent Can Learn From Mike Sorrentino's Son's Choking Experience

Dr. Javier weighs in on choking hazards and how to respond as one celebrity family shares their recent experience. She also offers resources for parents to make safe food choices for their young children.

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Keeping an eye on healthy vision

Pediatrician Dr. Alexis Monique Canlas offers tips to take care of your children's vision and shares valuable insights about the significance of proactive eye care.

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