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Happy (Almost) New Year! When asked to advise new parents, I have two sayings: You have to raise the kid you have! Try to screw them up as little as possible! Especially now, in running a pediatrics practice and living in our society at large, each of these maxims can inspire and guide. To raise the child you have, you must get to know them. This sounds self-evident, but instead … [Read more...] about Happy Holidays, Safe Travels & More!

Let's See Those Smiles! Center City Pediatrics understands the importance of oral health in overall well-being. We are happy to announce that the Healthy Teeth Healthy Children Program has equipped us with the resources to apply fluoride varnish to your child’s primary teeth. Studies have demonstrated that protecting primary teeth with a fluoride varnish application can greatly … [Read more...] about New Forms Policy, RSV, Fluoride Varnish & More!

Back to School Season Parents and caregivers might see this as "the most wonderful time of the year", but back to school means an increase in exposure to viruses and infection. Protect your child - and your household - by keeping everyone up-to-date with their immunizations. They can hasten recovery, ease symptoms, decrease the risk of hospitalization and, in some cases, prevent illness … [Read more...] about Flu/COVID Vaccines, RSV, Asthma Support & More!

'Tis (Almost) Flu Season! Getting an annual flu vaccine is the first and best way to protect your child from the flu. Flu vaccination can reduce flu illnesses, doctors’ visits, and missed school due to flu, as well as prevent flu-related hospitalizations. Have a fall/winter well visit already scheduled for your child? Simply ask when you arrive to have your flu shot administered during … [Read more...] about Flu Shots, New Appointment Scheduling Feature, Forms & More!

Summer, Summer, Summertime! Summer has arrived! We are here for all the warm weather activities and look forward to some more relaxed time with family and friends. But, of course, summer safety is on the top of our minds! Did you know that our providers have authored several blogs about safely enjoying all that summer has to offer? You can find them - along with information about dozens … [Read more...] about Stay Healthy This Summer, Pre-visit Check-ins, Bala Construction & More!

Wait, Wait Please Tell Us! Patient satisfaction surveys provide thoughtful insight into the experiences of our families and we remain committed to using this feedback to improve our service. As we have shared before, wait times are often noted as areas of concern and have been an ongoing focus of our quality efforts. As part of these initiatives, we track wait times and appointment duration … [Read more...] about Wait Times, Early Access, Forms & More!