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Fee, Fi, Fo, FLU The giant is among us: the seasonal influenza epidemic. This viral infection, known as Influenza or "the flu," for short, is hitting us hard and early this year. Given all the questions and concerns, Center City Pediatrics would like to equip our families with important and accurate information on flu prevention and treatment for children. What are the symptoms of the flu? Flu … [Read more...] about Flu Season Is Here

Tis the season for reflecting on from where we have come and to where we are going. From a fast paced, rapidly changing 2017, we now jump into the New Year. Center City Pediatrics is 6 months away from the 10 year anniversary of our grand opening. I'm amazed. First of all, I'm amazed that my son is turning 10. I vividly remember pushing him in his stroller to our newly built-out, 6 exam room … [Read more...] about Happy New Year from Center City Pediatrics: Welcome to 2018!

What is influenza? Influenza is a virus typically associated with high fever, body aches, malaise, cough, sore throat, and upper respiratory symptoms. Although many people consider GI symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea part of a "flu", these issues are less commonly associated with influenza. How long do flu symptoms last? Typically 3 - 10 days. Is there only one kind of flu? No. … [Read more...] about Flu Season is Here: Fast Facts to Help You Stay Healthy

We are happy to announce the expansion of Online Scheduling - with weekday morning availability at both locations, Saturday availability in Center City and Sunday availability in Bala Cynwyd. With Online Scheduling, you can book an appointment after-hours for the following day. Online Scheduling is available for children who have become suddenly ill and are experiencing pain and discomfort, or … [Read more...] about Online Scheduling Now Available Everyday

Dear Center City Pediatrics Family and Friends, Our 10 year birthday is fast approaching!   As we reflect upon our first decade, we are amazed and humbled by our growth, which has been driven by the Philadelphia urban "baby boom". In the face of this growth, and as a result of the changing medical landscape, we are forced to make some tough decisions. September 29th is the last day we … [Read more...] about Important News from Center City Pediatrics