Elmwood Pediatrics
The school year is winding down and our summer schedules are filling up!
If your child is due for a well visit, call now to schedule.
All children entering grades K, 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 and 11 as well as anyone trying out for fall sports are required to have a physical within the past 12 months, … Continue reading
TO OUR HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS & RETURNING COLLEGE STUDENTS:
As you make plans for next year, please be aware that most colleges require a physical examination. We recommend that you call now to schedule your physical between March and May. … Continue reading
Childhood vaccines can provide protection from 14 serious diseases.
Learn more about what to expect when your child receives vaccines with this “How Vaccines Work” video series put together by the Centers for Disease Control. … Continue reading
Just ask any parent if raising children today is challenging. Most of us know the answer, but that challenge can be exacerbated if you are raising a child with ADHD. … Continue reading
In response to recent outbreaks of vaccine preventable illnesses, local pediatricians including some of our own at Elmwood Pediatrics have spoken out to discuss the importance of vaccines.
Vaccines are safe and effective and they save lives!
Check out the video below. … Continue reading
Many parents may have questions regarding the recent cases of measles in the community.
Luckily, the MMR vaccine is highly effective! One dose of MMR gives 93% immunity and after the second dose your child has 97% immunity. The Monroe County Health Department is currently recommending continuing with our regular vaccine schedule. … Continue reading
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) will soon be hosting 2 webinars concerning children’s mental health topics. Register for these webinars to learn about anxiety coping strategies and support for severe irritability. … Continue reading
It is not too late, we still have openings at our upcoming weekend flu clinics. Please call to schedule an appointment.
At Clinton Crossings: Saturday, 11/10/2018 – 12:45 pm to 2:45 pm
At Bushnell’s Basin: Saturday, 11/10/2018 – 9:00 am to 10:00 am
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We have all been there.
Whether with our own children or as innocent bystanders in the checkout line at our local grocery store. We have all seen a child have a complete meltdown, which almost always leads to an embarrassed look from the child’s parent or caretaker. … Continue reading
The Elmwood Pediatric Group is once again encouraging all children aged 6 months and older to receive the influenza vaccine.
Flu shots are now available. Please call to schedule an appointment during one of our upcoming clinics which offer convenient weekend appointments. … Continue reading
