Patricia McGuire M.D., FAAP Patricia McGuire, M.D., FAAP is the president of Springtides, Inc. of Cedar Rapids, IA. Dr. McGuire has over 20 years experience in the field. She has written articles for regional parenting magazines and published the book Never Assume: Getting to Know Children Before Labeling Them. Dr. McGuire has been involved with her local CHADD group and has spoken on ADHD to parent and professional groups for many years.