Office Hours are Mon/Tues/Wed 8:00AM-6:30PM and Thurs/Fri 8:00AM-4:30PM
To make an appointment, please call 410.912.7000
Mailing Address:
1415 Wesley Drive
Salisbury, MD 21801
Phone 410.912.7000
Fax 410.912.4202
Join us for our Meet & Greet!
For families with a new addition or for those looking for a change in pediatric providers, come to our Meet & Greet! You can meet the providers and staff, ask questions, and take a tour of the office.
Call 410.912.7000 to RSVP.
Our Next Meet & Greet: Thursday, October 22, 2020 at 4:30PM. (Please bring a mask or face covering to wear.)
Don't miss our next Walk-In Flu clinic this Saturday from 8AM-12PM.
Need a reminder? Call our office to add your kids to the schedule. See you Saturday!
We’re ready for our first Walk-In Flu Clinic of the season. Come say, “Hi!” to Miss Maren. No appointment needed. Here until noon!
Friday Fun Fact: There's no sound in space because space is a vacuum. Here's a video where you can experience what that (doesn't) sound like.
Experience the Eerie Silence of Space
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Inside a vacuum chamber, no one can hear you scream.Friday Fun Fact: It takes about 2 years for a pineapple to grow! 🍍
Fun Pineapple Facts for Kids - Interesting Information about Pineapples
www.sciencekids.co.nz
Check out our fun pineapple facts for kids. Learn interesting information about the tropical fruit, including how the name pineapple came to be.Friday Fun Fact: On This Day In History (August 28, 1963): Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his infamous "I Have a Dream" Address in Washington D.C. You can listen to or read it here.
"I Have a Dream," Address Delivered at the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom
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In his iconic speech at the Lincoln Memorial for the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, King urged America to "make real the promises of democracy." King synthesized portions of his earlie...Friday Fun Fact: On This Day In History (August 21, 1911): The Mona Lisa was stolen from the Louvre Museum.
The Theft That Made The 'Mona Lisa' A Masterpiece
www.npr.org
A century ago, on a quiet morning in Paris, three men dressed as museum workers walked out of the Louvre with what was then a little-known Renaissance portrait.Whether your child will be virtual-only, in-person, or a little of both, here are some tips for making Back-to-School a success.
Preparing for Back-to-School Success | Child Mind Institute
childmind.org
Even if you don’t know quite what school will look like this year, there are still things you can do to set your child up to succeed.Friday Fun Fact: The tallest man ever recorded was an American named Robert Wadlow who stood 8 foot 11 inches.
Robert Wadlow: Tallest man ever
www.guinnessworldrecords.com
Humankind has always been fascinated by extremes: As a result, the record for the tallest man ever has been featured in almost every edition of the Guinness World Records book since its inauguration i...Chores are beneficial for kids: "...doing household chores at an early age with feelings of competence, self-confidence, and a sense of responsibility to other people."
How Can I Get My Kids to Do Chores? | Child Mind Institute
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Chores help kids build confidence, competence and responsibilty. Tips for making chores manageable for children and beneficial for the whole family.Friday Fun Fact: Just like humans, giraffes have seven neck bones or vertebrae. For giraffes, each one can be over 10 inches long! 🦒
Giraffe | San Diego Zoo Animals & Plants
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As we face the ongoing challenges of COVID-19, our team of dedicated specialists continue to care for countless animals and plants that depend on us each and every day.Good morning! We will be open at 8AM to take your phone calls. ☎️ We can schedule Telemedicine visits for you today. There will be no vehicle visits. 🚗 Please feel free to call us to reschedule your current morning appointment. 410-912-7000.
Be safe out there!
New Insurance Accepted: We now participate with Aetna Better Health of Maryland (Medicaid MCO). Please visit our website to learn how to transfer your children to our office. www.gatewaypediatrics.com
Friday Fun Fact: Babies don't shed tears until between 1-3 months of age. 😢👶
***WE HAVE COVID-19 RAPID TESTING***
We have an antigen test done via nose swab that will give results in 15 minutes. For the most accurate results, your child should be tested within 5 days of symptoms.
For more information on this test, please visit www.fda.gov/media/137887/download
To protect our patients and staff, if you believe your child needs a COVID-19 test, please schedule a vehicle visit.
Friday Fun Fact: Kangaroos can jump 30 feet in the air and can travel more than 30mph 🦘
kids.nationalgeographic.com
Kangaroos possess powerful hind legs, a long, strong tail, and small front legs. Kangaroos belong to the animal family Macropus, literally "big foot." Thanks to their large feet, kangaroos can leap so...Friday Fun Fact: Even though Venus is not closest to the sun (second closest), it is the hottest planet in our Solar System.
All About Venus | NASA Space Place – NASA Science for Kids
spaceplace.nasa.gov
The hottest planet in our solar systemIs COVID stressing you out in regards to co-parenting? Here is some expert advice on how to navigate disputes more effectively, keeping a united front (even when you don't agree), and finding ways to work together.
Parenting Disagreements During COVID | Child Mind Institute
childmind.org
Resolving parenting conflicts is harder now than ever, but there are tools you can use to get on the same page about safety and family rules.Friday Fun Fact: Rhino horns are made of keratin, same as your hair and fingernails! 🦏
Who Knew? 10 Incredible Facts About Rhinos
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1) There are 5 species of rhinos, 3 of which are critically endangered White, Black, Indian, Javan, and Sumatran make up the five species of rhino in the world. White and black rhinoceros are native t...Parents should be mindful of instilling rules around pools."Experts say that in addition to learning CPR and making sure children know how to swim, other ways to implement safety around pools this summer include never leaving a child unattended in or near water."
Experts warn that pools pose a different type of danger this summer
abcnews.go.com
Working from home with a pool in your back yard can be a dangerous mix, experts say.Friday Fun Fact: On this day in history (July 3, 1863) The Battle of Gettysburg, the most decisive battle of the American Civil War, came to an end. It was later that year (November 19, 1863) when President Lincoln gave his famous Gettysburg Address.
www.history.com
On the third day of the Battle of Gettysburg, Confederate General Robert E. Lee’s last attempt at breaking the Union line ends in disastrous failure, bringingFriday Fun Fact: On this day in history (June 26, 2000) - The first DNA sequence was released by the Human Genome Project. The project took 13 years to complete (that's with currently technology...there's still about 1% remaining to be sequenced). Read more about who was involved and how they did it.
DNA sequence released by Human Genome Project | StressMarq
www.stressmarq.com
On June 26th, 2000 a rough draft of the human genome was released by the Human Genome Project. The announcement was made by Dr. Francis Collins.It's a common question: How are my kids still getting sick in lockdown?
How Are My Kids Still Getting Sick In Lockdown?
www.nytimes.com
Many infections come from within. Doctors explain what they are and what to do about them.Friday Fun Fact: The Earl of Sandwich, John Montagu, who lived in the 1700s, reportedly invented the sandwich so he wouldn’t have to leave his card-game table to eat.
Whatever the reason, we're happy to have the sandwich today. Now to find the PB&J...
History of the Sandwich | The History Kitchen Blog | PBS Food
www.pbs.org
Discover the history of the sandwich with PBS Food. The Earl of Sandwich doesn't get all the credit. Delve into sandwich history for lunch!