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Just One More Reason to Check…

In recent weeks, there have been reports about inappropriate content hidden within kid-appropriate YouTube videos.  There have been multiple videos found on YouTube Kids that revealed hidden suicide instructions or characters that are encouraging children to commit high-risk acts.  The most recent trend called the “Momo Challenge” consists of a terrifying doll named “Momo” that asks the viewer to

Helping Hands Food Pantry Donation

January 2019 was National Poverty Awareness Month. Approximately 44% of all children in the city of Rochester are living in poverty.   The Helping Hands Food Pantry at Genesis Pediatrics serves our patient families who are in need.  The University of Rochester’s Center for Perioperative Medicine is part of the Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine.  Every

IMPORTANT OFFICE INFORMATION

IMPORTANT NOTICE   On March 1st, we will be upgrading our computer system and migrating from single family style accounts to individual patient accounts.    As a result of this upgrade, at your next visit, we will verify each child’s demographic and financial information, as well as obtain a new copy of each child’s insurance

Schedule Vaccine Boosters!

Did you know…? You can schedule a Nurse Visit 6 months from now for your child to receive their booster dose of Gardasil (HPV) and/or Trumenba (meningitis B) vaccines?    Did you know…? The providers at Genesis Pediatrics recommend that patients complete these vaccine series as soon as it is possible – you don’t have

WARNING: TEETHING NECKLACES

The FDA has received reports of children choking on beads that break off and an 18-month-old being strangled to death by an amber necklace during a nap. Please refer to this article for more information.

Upcoming Holiday Hours!

Here are the upcoming office hours at Genesis Pediatrics for the Holiday Season! Monday, December 24th (Christmas Eve):                                                 8:00 am – 12 noon Tuesday, December 25th (Christmas Day):         

RECALL ALERT: Infant Ibuprofen

Infant ibuprofen sold at several national retailers is being recalled because it might contain a higher concentration of ibuprofen than the normal 50mg per 1.25ml.  New Jersey-based Tris Pharma, Inc. said lots sold under Walmart, CVS Pharmacy and Family Dollar brands are impacted by the recall. The company says it has not received any reports

🌞 Summer Camp Forms Reminder!

Help us help you—turn in your forms early!
  • Camp season is here! If your child needs a camp form completed, please submit it as soon as possible.
  • Longer turnaround times are expected due to increased summer volume.
  • Forms can be uploaded through the Patient Portal and will be returned there once completed. Please ensure that all pertinent information is filled out prior to sending or else it will be returned to the caregiver.
  • Submitting early helps us ensure your child is ready for summer fun!