Updates and Announcements
Flu Shots Available
The season of pool water and BBQ's is ending and the 2024 flu season will be here before you know it! It is so important to be prepared before the dreaded germs strike again! The Pediatricians of Hyde Park is excited to announce we are bringing back our Flu Shot Clinics starting in September! The following Saturdays are now available for scheduling: 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, and 10/26. We may add more dates as needed. At this time, the Flumist is unavailable, but we hope to announce its arrival soon! Please call the office or send a portal request for flu shot appointments now!
When to Call Us
The Pediatricians of Hyde Park are committed to your child’s health. If you have concerns or questions about your child’s health, we welcome your telephone calls. In addition to calling us to schedule appointments and refill medications, we encourage you to call our office with non-emergent questions and concerns about your child.
When to Call 911
If you are ever afraid that your child may have a life-threatening emergency, call 911 immediately. Some examples of 911 symptoms include if your child is not breathing, is unconscious, is bleeding severely or is having a seizure.
When to Call Poison Control
If your child may have eaten or drunk something poisonous, call the poison control hotline immediately at 1-800-222-1222. If you are not sure whether to call poison control, call us; we can help you decide.
When to Call After Hours
If you believe your child has an emergency or urgent concern that cannot wait until the office is open, call us immediately. Some examples of symptoms to prompt After-Hour Calls include:
- Trouble Breathing
- Severe Pain
- Stiff Neck
- Prolonged/Inconsolable Crying
- Sick Newborn Babies (Babies 6 weeks of age and younger are at higher risk when they are sick. If your baby has a fever, rectal temp of 100.4 or above, or is acting sick – call us right away.)
- Severe Vomiting or Diarrhea/Dehydration (urinating less than 3 times in 24 hours)
- Not using an Arm or Leg
- Eye Injury
- A rash accompanied by a fever
This is not a complete list. You know your child best. If you are worried that your child has any problem that can’t wait until the office is open – call us. Please be aware that after-hours calls d result in a charge of $30.00. As a general rule, we do not call-in antibiotics or other medications without seeing your child first. For refills of medications, please call during regular office hours.
2024 Financial Policy Changes
There have been changes to our 2024 Financial Policy. We encourage parents and guardians to stay informed on all office polices by reviewing those under the Forms and Policies tab above. These changes include updates to missed and canceled appointments, Saturday appointments, after-hours phone calls with a physician, delayed co-payments, and outstanding balances. If you have any questions, please call our billing staff at 513-871-1183.
RSV Injection
Our physicians briefly want to let you know about a new injection that we may be able to give your child. The medication is called Nirsevimab (brand name Beyfortus). It is a monoclonal antibody for RSV. It is given as a shot and can be given to infants who are currently less than 8 months of age and are entering their first RSV season (typically fall to spring).
RSV is a virus that can cause colds in children and healthy adults but can cause more severe disease in infants, elderly or other immunocompromised individuals. In infants it can cause wheezing and breathing problems and is a leading cause of hospitalizations in this age range.
If you would like to know more about this medication please see here for information from the CDC.
Once you have read the above information, if you are interested you may speak to your child's physician at your next appointment or call the office to let us know that you are interested in an appointment.
As always, the POHP family wishes everyone safe and healthy Fall and Winter seasons!
It has been announced today, 05/17/2022, that the FDA has approved Pfizer's COVID-19 booster shot for ages 5-11 years. If you are interested in getting the booster shot in our office please send a portal message to the office and we will contact you to get that scheduled!
Well wishes,
POHP Family
COVID-19 VACCINE UPDATE (5-11 yrs)
Please click on the following link to complete the consent form. The consent form must be completed for each child needing the vaccine and sent through the portal or office email ([email protected]) before an appointment will be scheduled. No appointments will scheduled by phone, only via email/portal.
Thank you,
POHP
With flu season being right around the corner, the POHP family want to stress how important it is for your children to get their flu vaccine. Please see the link below for more information.
Please note, we are expected to receive our first shipment of flu vaccines around the second week of September. Please wait to schedule until then.
Thanks!
Pediatricians of Hyde Park fully endorses COVID vaccination for our patients aged 5 and older. There is excellent data showing the vaccine to be safe and effective in this age range.
Are you looking for a new pediatrician for your family? Our physicians are dedicated to helping your children every step of the way. Please call the office at 513-871-0684 to find out who is accepting new patients.
Do you have prescription requests, forms, or tele-health questions for the doctor? Our Patient Portal is the perfect place to send a quick message to our staff regarding your issue. Please call the office to get quickly signed up on the Portal!
*Please note the Patient Portal is NOT FOR EMERGENCY USE. The portal is monitored throughout the workday up to an hour before close. Please know that if something is sent after 4PM M-F or 11AM Sat., it will be reviewed the next business day. *