The Ohio AAP Encourages Families to Keep Child Wellness Visits and Routine Vaccinations
Columbus, OH – The Ohio Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics (Ohio AAP) is encouraging families to maintain routine pediatric appointments during the COVID-19 pandemic. In-person, routine well child visits are still recommended for all children at this time, especially children under two who need to maintain their vaccination schedules. “The risk of missing well care…
Read More8 Mental Health Tips During the Quarantine
Now more than ever, it’s important for you and your children to be as emotionally strong as possible. We understand you may feel more anxious because of these uncertain times. We hope you take the time to establish or continue self-care practices that reflect who you are! From playing outside and FaceTiming friends to learning…
Read MoreCoronavirus (COVID-19) Update
We thank you for your patience and understanding as our processes evolve with how state and federal officials are handling the coronavirus (COVID-19). We want to update you on our most recent changes to provide the best care for all our children. Our team asks that only one adult attends your child’s appointment. We…
Read MoreOur Coronavirus Guidelines
There is a lot of anxiety surrounding the Coronavirus (COVID-19). That’s why we want our families to know our advice and recommendations during this time. Be assured that we are following the daily reports from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Ohio Department of Health (ODH). At this time, we are…
Read MoreAnnouncing New School Note Policy
The school year is full of excitement – but it can also be full of colds and other minor illnesses. Sometimes those “bugs” mean a missed school day, and we want you to know that Suburban Pediatrics has a new policy regarding school notes this year. If your child’s school requires a doctor’s signature to explain…
Read MoreWe’re Collecting School Supplies until August 2!
We invite you to join us in donating school supplies to support the students and families of Middletown Central Academy. Please drop off your donations at the Liberty Township or Mason offices between now and August 2. You and your family can shop and select any of these school supplies: Ear buds* Dry erase markers*…
Read MoreDo you know the difference between a well-check and an office visit?
Suburban Pediatrics, we always want what’s best for you and your child. That’s why we try to keep well-check appointments and office visits separate whenever possible. However, these visits do get combined because of certain circumstances. We’re happy to do this, but insurance requires us to bill for additional services. We want to eliminate potential…
Read MoreThe Scary Truth About E-cigarettes
Over the past few years, nicotine use in children and adolescents has rapidly increased, largely because of a product called JUUL. Introduced in 2015, JUUL is an e-cigarette that’s leading to what public health officials call “a youth e-cigarette epidemic.” “In 2018, e-cigarette use among high school students rose by 78 percent, and more than…
Read MoreKings Mills Location Announcement
We’re so excited that Premier Pediatrics Group became part of the Suburban Pediatrics family last year. We were able to add healthcare providers and help more area families with the addition of this great group. Since last August, many patient families have told us that the Kings Mills location is too close to our other…
Read MoreIn the News: EpiPen Lot Extension
The EpiPen brand of epinephrine for allergic reactions is on back order due to a recall. To help alleviate the burden of the shortage, the FDA recently extended the expiration dates of certain lots of EpiPens. The indicated lots are deemed safe for an additional four months, according to the FDA. They hope this decision…
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