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Dr. Corwin’s December 31, 2013 Retirement

Dr. Robert Corwin will be retiring from the Elmwood Pediatric Group at the end of 2013. Dr Corwin joined the Elmwood Pediatric Group family in 2004. We want to thank Dr. Corwin for all of the wonderful support and care … Continue reading

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome – Prevention!

September is Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Awareness Month.  Please watch this public safety announcement video. Also visit www.mothertobaby.org for information on keeping your baby safe during pregnancy. It is important not to drink alcohol during pregnancy. https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v1/url?    

Wonder what your baby is thinking? So are we.

About the Baby Lab: The Baby Lab is a research facility focused on early human development. It is part of the Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences at the U of R. At the Baby Lab, researchers observe children while … Continue reading

Psychologists working with Elmwood

The psychology group which shares office space with Elmwood is expanding their availability. They will soon be at our office Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, as well as offering other days and times at their East Avenue Office. We enjoy our … Continue reading

ADD Medication Refills **IMPORTANT**

*****IMPORTANT NOTICE***** ****FUTURE ADD/ADHD MEDICATION REFILLS**** ***NYS LEGISLATIVE CHANGES*** Please note that effective 8/12/13 all ADD/ADHD medications which are considered controlled substances will have to be checked in a NYS Bureau of Narcotics database before being refilled. This legislation was … Continue reading

Measles Outbreaks Across the Country – Get Vaccinated!

here are many reports of children with measles (usually after traveling abroad) in North Carolina, New York City (Brooklyn) and Texas. The symptoms of measles include fever and rash illness lasting 3 days or more, cough, coryza, and conjunctivitis. It is … Continue reading

Welcome U of R Residents!

A WARM WELCOME TO ALL OF THE NEW INCOMING UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER RESIDENTS Elmwood Pediatrics would like to welcome you to Rochester! You have chosen a great organization for your residency. Since 1946, Elmwood Pediatric Group has been providing the … Continue reading

VACCINES ARE SAFE

The Institute on Medicine recently published a report which emphasized that the vaccine schedule is safe, effective and important for children. The Institute on Medicine is an independent, unbiased research organization. http://www.iom.edu/Reports/2013/The-Childhood-Immunization-Schedule-and-Safety.aspx   http://www.chop.edu/service/vaccine-education-center/home.html    

Vaccines Save Lives!

August is National Immunization Awareness Month.  It reminds us of the life saving vaccines which are important for all children and adults to get. We are joining with the AAP to let families know about an important effort by the … Continue reading

Congratulations Dr. Francis!

Dr. Francis has been awarded the University of Rochester’s Dr. Ruth A. Lawrence Service Award for her work on behalf of the hospital and all community pediatricians.  Thanks Dr. Francis for all of your hard work!   – See more … Continue reading