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Flu Vaccine Clinics Now Available!

Flu vaccine clinics are now open for scheduling based upon availability! Please call 585-426-4100 to make appointments. NOTE: Clinic scheduling is for flu vaccine only. No issues, concerns or other immunizations will be addressed during this appointment

Speech Development Expectations: From Infancy to Preschool

Although every child learns to speak at his or her own pace, parents want to know if their child’s speech and language development is on the right track. There are general milestones which are helpful in understanding age-appropriate speech development expectations from infancy to preschool. These guidelines can help parents and other caregivers to know

COVID Test Results

COVID Test Results The most recent update is that COVID test results are taking 5 days to return due to the volume of tests coming in, the lack of staff, and the shortage of reagent. Please know that our office will call you with COVID results, whether they be positive or negative. We understand your

Flu Vaccine Information

Flu Vaccine Clinics We are awaiting our shipments of flu vaccine and we will be scheduling flu vaccine clinics upon its arrival. Please check back for the most up to date information!

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RSV Cases Surging: What Parents Should Know

The last 18 months have been both frightening and frustrating for parents. The pandemic and everything that occurred around it has upended families and especially children. The CDC has recently issued a health advisory for clinicians and caregivers about the increased interseasonal RSV activity in the southern United States. After thinking we were beginning to

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Genesis Pediatrics’ Back To School Guide

We are approaching the time when kids and parents start preparing for going back to school. As the time nears, there are numerous tips to prepare and get your kids off to a great start, including Genesis Pediatrics’ back to school guide.

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How To Help Your Child With Their Anxiety

Childhood anxiety has become much more prevalent in the last decade. Aside from the “normal” kinds of fears kids have, like being frightened by the sound of thunder, by being in the dark, or the monster under the bed, there can be other more serious fears that remain with them as they grow. If you

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Does Your Child Need a Form Completed?

FORM COMPLETION If your child needs any type of form to be completed, we ask that parents/guardians please complete ALL of the pertinent portions of the form PRIOR to turning them in to the office for a provider signature. Any form turned in that isn’t fully completed by parents will need to be done before

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TICK SEASON!

Ticks – It’s That Time of Year Again! Ticks are most active during the warmer months, April to September, therefore it is important to be extra vigilant in taking preventative measures.  PREVENTATIVE MEASURES REPELLENT: – For Skin: Use 30% DEET for children (6 months and older) and adolescents.  – For Clothing: Permethrin-containing products can be

🌞 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!