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Closed Memorial Day!

Genesis Pediatrics – CLOSED Monday May 31st Our office will be closed on Monday May 31st in observance of the Memorial Day holiday! We wish you a very safe and happy holiday, full of social distancing and mask-wearing! Remember that we need to keep our unvaccinated population SAFE!

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COVID-19 VACCINE

The CDC and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that everyone 12 years of age and older get a COVID-19 vaccination.  The following is information is directly from the AAP and the CDC: Is it safe for my child to get the COVID vaccine? Yes. Studies show that COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. Pfizer

Privacy Laws Update for 12+ Year Old Patients

The Cures Act The purpose of the Cures Act is to give patients better access to their own electronic medical records. Additionally, New York State requires consent from patients 12 years and older before sharing confidential medical information. Through this process, our goal is to help our teens begin to take charge of their own

COVID Vaccine Questions

COVID Vaccines We have been receiving phone calls about getting their child a COVID vaccine. Unfortunately, we don’t have any more information than what is available on the New York State Department of Health website.  Please refer to the Phased Distribution of COVID Vaccine at the link below: https://covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/phased-distribution-vaccine

Baby Food Recall

Baby Food Recall Please see this LINK for more information regarding the most recent baby food recall.    Heavy Metals in Baby Food Please see this information from the AAP regarding this topic.

🌞 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!