Office News

Please visit this page often to keep up with Box Hill Pediatrics events and news.

[09/14/2011] Flu Vaccine FAQ - 2011- 2012 season

When should I start calling for a vaccine?

Call now to schedule

• Flu Mist is only for children over 2years old without chronic illness.
• Infants under 6 months old are too young for any flu vaccine.

What is in it? Is there a separate HINI?

This year's "seasonal" flu vaccines (Mist or Shot) includes a strain ofHINl, H3N2, and a type B. It has the same variants as last year, but it is recommended everyone obtain a dose this year to ensure appropriate immunity.

How many doses does my child need this year?

• Children who are 9 years and older will only need ONE dose.
• For children under 9 years old, it varies.
• The first year he/she receives the flu vaccine, TWO doses.

When can I schedule the second dose?

Schedule the second dose on your way out of the office.

My child needs other vaccines. Does it matter if they are given on the same day or separate days?

• The flu vaccines may be given on the same day as any other vaccine.
• If vaccines are to be given on different days, it doesn't matter if giving the flu SHOT.
• If given on different days, the FluMIST must be 4 weeks separate from the Varivax (Chickenpox) or the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella).

My child is on steroids. Does that affect the vaccine?

Only chronic, high doses of steroids impairs the antibody response temporarily. Nebulized or inhaled steroids are safe. Inform the administrator if your child is currently taking steroids by mouth.

Does Insurance Pay?

Each is different so you will need to check with your insurance.

What about the new Intradermal vaccine?

This is only licensed for 18 to 64 year oids. We will not be offering any intradermal vaccine.

Thank You,
Box Hill Pediatrics

[08/1/2011]
Sports, Camp and School Physicals

Please schedule your Kindergarten, High School Sports and Camp physicals as soon as possible.
These appointments fill quickly. If you have any concerns kindly call our office and we can assist you.  Please allow at least 72 hours for all forms to be completed.

[1/1/2011]
Reminder for New Parents

PLEASE CALL YOUR INSURANCE COMPANY OR EMPLOYER'S BENEFITS DEPARTMENT TODAY TO ADD THE NEW BABY TO YOUR HEALTH INSURANCE POLICY.  THE BABY IS NOT AUTOMATICALLY ADDED TO THE POLICY.  

[6/1/2011]

Attention: Campers, Sports Participants, Kindergarteners:

It is that time of the year when many of our children are off to camps and summer/fall sports programs.
Many of these programs have specific requirements for Physical exams. Some will accept Physicals performed within 1 year while others require one every 2 years. Please review your child's form to form   see if they need a new Physical. Please make appointments as soon as possible. These appointments fill quickly. If you have any concerns kindly call our office and we can assist you.  Please allow at least 72 hours for all forms to be completed.

[9/14/2007]
NO SHOW Appointments

Effective 09-14-2007 there will be a $25.00 fee if you NO-SHOW at a scheduled appointment.
Please try to contact the office in advance if you need to cancel or re-schedule an appointment.

[3/7/2006]
Safety of Pills For Treating ADHD

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has created a FAQ about ADHD medications. Click here to read the FAQ.

[8/27/2005]
Attention Parents: School Forms

When our office has completed your school forms, it is a good idea for you to make a copy for your files. The immunization record will be up to date until your child gets another vaccination. The health inventory is generally good for two years unless otherwise requested by your physician. You may copy these forms as needed for daycare, camp, or school. High School sports participation physicals must be done yearly.

Effective 6/1/2004 there will be a $ 5.00 fee for completion of any forms. Pre-payment will be required. Each spring and summer we receive hundreds of forms which need to be filled out for various groups.

[Fall 2005]
Attention New Parents
DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT IMMUNIZATIONS?

We now have available a set of two informational videos about all of the current immunizations provided to children, titled, Vaccines and Your Baby and Vaccines: Separating Fact from Fear. These videos are produced by the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia in association with the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. The videos provide comprehensive, up-to-date information based on scientifically sound data.  You may obtain the set of videos to take home for a $20 deposit, which will be returned to you when you return the videos. We ask that you return the videos within a week so that other parents may view them as well.  The videos may also be ordered for purchase form the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia at 215-590-9990 or on their website: www.vaccine.chop.edu.  Please see a receptionist to sign out the videos.

[Fall 2005]
Attention: Parents of children requiring medication refills for Attention Deficit Disorder

Due to the high volume of prescription refills we receive, please allow us at least 48 hours to
refill your ADHD monthly prescription refills. Plan ahead! Also, don't forget to schedule your medication follow-up visits with Debbie.