About Endo Kid Care

Our Expertise

Dr. Soniely Lugo-Ruiz is a pediatric endocrinologist with over 5 years of clinical experience in Florida, eager to be a part of your health and wellness team. Her services cover Florida and Puerto Rico, and her areas of expertise include:

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Our goal is to be able to provide same-day or next-day appointments, in-person/in-clinic appointments, or via telemedicine. We provide families and patients with up-to-date information that follows pediatric endocrinology medical guidelines and medical recommendations so you can feel supported on making an educated decision about your child’s care. 


Our Endo Kid Care patients enjoy: 

  • Unrushed appointments

  • Access to your doctor via our patient portal and follow up calls

  • Evidence-based medical care for your child’s use of medications and technology

  • Working with your insurance to cover labs, medications, and equipment (coverage by insurance is variable and is not fully guaranteed)

  • Dedicated appointment follow-ups

Our Pediatric Endocrinology Services

  • $175/visit

    The visit includes the initial visit and the first follow-up appointment:

    • Unrushed evaluation of your child’s concerns

    • Review of PCP/Pediatrician notes, growth charts, and previous labs or studies (will need Release of Information or ROI from caregivers to obtain health care information)

    • Orientation and information using the most up-to-date medical guidelines

    • Labwork result follow-up with result review 

    • 20-minute follow-up appointment for lab review via videocall/telemedicine 

  • $150/visit

    The visit includes:

    • Updated PCP/Pediatrician notes, growth charts, and labs or studies 

    • Unrushed evaluation of your child’s concerns and follow-up

    • Labwork result follow-up with result review

    • 15-minute follow-up appointment for lab review via videocall/telemedicine

Monthly & Annual Memberships

  • $40/month or $400/year (when paid in full)

    This is a great option for patients who need closer follow-ups throughout the year, to be considered after the initial appointment is completed.

    The membership includes:

    • Up to three (3) in-person follow-up appointments per year

    • Up to three (3) follow-up appointments for lab review or concerns via videocall/telemedicine 

    • Coordination of other specialties (referrals), labwork, and imaging

    • (Additional appointments available at $150 per visit)

  • $150/month for at least a 12-month commitment

    This membership requires an initial evaluation ($175 for the initial visit and first 30 days), which includes:

    • Initial medical evaluation with diabetes education (minimum of 2 hours) for your and your loved ones.

    • Baseline lab orders as per American Diabetes Association (ADA) standards of care and follow-up for review of results

    • Initial assessment and placement of a continuous glucose monitor (CGM)

    • Weekly education assessment with feedback at the end of 4 weeks

    • Insulin pump orientation and medical readiness evaluation

    The Diabetes Mellitus Membership includes (after the first 30 days):

    • Four (4) follow-up appointments per year, each including:

      • Patient evaluation as per American Diabetes Association (ADA) standards of care

      • Further diabetes education for the patient and family members

      • Nutrition assessment

      • Growth and milestone review

      • Health goals/challenges

    • A bi-monthly (twice per month) CGM and insulin dosing review, including:

      • A 20-minute pump data review and insulin/medication dose adjustment, via telephone/videocall to address any concerns

      • A summary provided via out patient portal and/or email

    • Coordination of other services and specialties as needed. We will contact your school nurse and set up diabetes school plans, review any changes with other specialties, and make sure that your child is supported. We can include Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) for caregivers who are eligible employees.

  • ($325/month with a minimum 3-month commitment)

    This membership requires an initial visit ($175), which includes:

    • Initial medical evaluation

    • Baseline labs to review for other endocrine conditions including monogenic obesity genetic variations.

    • Pediatric nutrition assessment and dietary recommendations as per American Academy of Pediatric (AAP) standards of care

    • Weight management equipment

    • Weight management medication, if applicable

    The Weight Management Membership includes follow-up visits with:

    • Weekly weigh-ins and medication administration, if applicable

    • Lab follow-up and result review

    • Nutrition counseling and healthy lifestyle goals

 

Have you reached your health goals?

We want to see your success! Whether you opted for an initial visit or you’ve joined our Weight Management Membership, all of our patients will have optional follow-up appointments for weigh-ins and progress reports after 1 month, 3 months, and 6 months.

Have questions?

Check out our FAQ page for answers or set up a free 10-minute discovery call with Dr. Lugo.!

Get to know your new extended family!

  • Soniely (Soni) Lugo-Ruiz

    Pediatric Endocrinologist

    Dr. Lugo is a board-certified Pediatrician from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAP), and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES). She is an active member of the Endocrine Society, Pediatric Endocrine Society (PES), and American Diabetes Association (ADA). This doctor is fluent in Spanish and English. 

    Dr. Soniely Lugo-Ruiz, Pediatric Endocrinologist
  • Lantus

    Motivational doggo / Snack enthusiast

    Our 8-year-old border collie enjoys playing with his toys and taking morning naps. Lantus is a little fearful of video calls/telemedicine, but can be available to join the call upon request. Lantus is happy to see kids. Look him up on Instagram @sillylantus.

    8-year-old border collie named Lantus