Southern Orange County Pediatric Associates

09/04/2026

Our doctors are Defenders Against the Flu!! 💪🏼
If you haven’t received your flu shot, call our office today for an appointment 949-770-4242

We are protecting ourselves so we can protect you!

09/02/2026

'Tis the start of Sick Season...
Have you scheduled your child's Flu shot appointment? If not, call today to be seen at one of our four office locations. Saturday appointments available as well in Ladera!

09/01/2026

Meet Dr. Kenson Lo…
Dr. Lo is a Board-certified pediatrician who did his undergraduate work at Wesleyan University before he got a Master’s in Public Health from Yale University and his medical degree from Tuft’s University. He completed his pediatric residency locally at CHOC and joined the SOCPA family in 2013.
You can find him wearing his shorts and golf shirts at the Rancho Santa Margarita office. A recent empty nester, he loves to cook and spoil his puppy “Snuggles” when he’s not busy travelling!

Thank you for all you do, Dr Lo!

08/24/2026

💉 August is National Immunization Awareness Month!

Dr Eric H. Ball joined Dr Alex McDonald on the Physician’s Weekly Podcast to discuss how physicians can improve immunization rates and address vaccine hesitancy with patients and families. Together, we can build trust and help protect our communities. 💙

https://www.physiciansweekly.com/podcast/immunization-awareness-month-strategies-to-address-vaccine-hesitancy-access?utm_content=buffer394fa&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_campaign=buffer&fbclid=IwdGRjcAT5KAFwZG9mAWZkaWQWUNGlQEBsmywnCPGkFEAFX4-lzAnlsWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR52GwjKlL4xfcfqfZVfYAHaUZuj3Uhwx5kT_HRaAS88DzE5zX8mEn6evmiClQ_aem_o9U5amXjsZylt5PUEZqovg

Alex McDonald, MD, and Eric Ball, MD, discuss how physicians can address vaccine hesitancy with patients and their families.

08/12/2026

08/10/2026

From Dr Williamson:

Thank you to our SOCPA patients and families for your love and support in my first USA Triathlon Nationals race! I had no expectations other than to do my best and have fun, so finishing in the top third in my age group was a fun surprise. I pushed hard and left everything on the course. Now on to Santa Cruz Ironman 70.3 next month. Let’s go!!! 💪

08/07/2026

Dr. Williamson qualified to race in the 2026 USA Triathlon Nationals, and her race is tomorrow! She is racing the Olympic distance tomorrow in Milwaukee where Nationals is held this year. Just like the Ironman races, you can track her through an app. Her race starts at 6:07am PT, and her bib number is 1949.

We’re so proud of you Dr Williamson!! 💪🏼 🏃🏻‍♀️

Check out the link below to track her!

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/usa-triathlon-events-tracker/id1357445733

08/04/2026

We are beyond proud to share that Dr. Eric Ball has been named the 2026 Orange County Medical Association Physician of the Year!

Established in 1983, the OCMA Physician of the Year Award is one of Orange County’s highest honors for physicians. The award recognizes a doctor whose career reflects exceptional patient care, leadership, professionalism, education and service to the community.

For those of us who have the privilege of working alongside Dr. Ball, these qualities are evident every day. His unwavering dedication to children and families, his genuine support of colleagues and staff, and his compassionate approach to pediatric care make this recognition especially meaningful.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Ball on this well-deserved honor! 💙

08/03/2026

Heat safety is becoming a top concern for parents of little ones. In an Associated Press article, SOCPA's Dr. Katherine Williamson shares how to spot the signs of overheating and keep your child safe.
https://apnews.com/article/summer-heat-babies-illnesses-fda2110f92b62f29b6c474096e3ed5b4