It’s that time of year again—Plymouth Pediatric Associates is now scheduling appointments for our flu clinics. Vaccination is the best way to protect your child from the flu and its complications. Let’s work together to keep our kids healthy and thriving this flu season. Remember, “Don’t let the flu stop you!” Flu Vaccine Clinic Schedule:
Do you know the power of play for youngsters and teens? Promoting mental health through recreation and leisure is even more relevant now than it has ever been with the epidemic of smartphones, the internet, and handheld devices to keep kids inside, preoccupied, and by themselves. It’s time we encourage our kids to go outside
The phrase “back to school” is met with cringing by kids and rejoicing by parents. Some kids are happy to be back with their friends, but most would rather continue their loosey-goosey summer routine; late nights, sleeping in, no real schedule. Alas, Fall is coming and so is school, so parents must do some work,
Just as adults need to see their physician at least once a year for a wellness visit, so do children. You wouldn’t hesitate to take them if they are sick, but it’s just as beneficial to take them when they are not. It’s a way to be sure your child is developing according to certain
Plymouth Pediatric Associates is proud to announce the addition of a new nurse practitioner, Laura Belbin! Laura’s first day was this Monday, June 3rd. Join us in welcoming her to the Plymouth Pediatric Associates team!
We are pleased to announce that the panels of Emily Smith, MD and Andrew Oliver, MD are now open to accepting new patients! Effective immediately, any new patients can be scheduled and established with Dr. Smith & Dr. Oliver as the patient’s PCP. In addition, Kelly Hawthorne, DO, Laurie Massey, MD, and Arthur Blasberg, MD
As of June 3rd, the pediatricians of PPA will no longer round in the newborn nursery at BID-Plymouth. This change is to allow our providers to focus on the established patients of the group and provide the support and access that is necessary to fulfill the mission of PPA, which is to provide the highest
Plymouth Pediatric Associates is proud to announce the addition of a new pediatrician, Dr. Andrew Oliver. Dr. Oliver’s first day will be November 13th. Join us in welcoming Dr. Andrew Oliver to the Plymouth Pediatric Associates team!
Influenza, or the flu, is a viral infection that primarily affects the respiratory system. It is caused by influenza viruses, is highly contagious, and it can spread through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. Each year the influenza virus evolves, making it difficult to prevent long-term. Therefore, it is recommended that
The first day back to school after the long summer break might be something your child is dreading (or maybe just a few are excited), and yet it can’t come soon enough for some parents. Whether your children are counting the days or dreading the first day, here are some parental tips for your kid’s
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