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, November 21, 2019 at 4:30PM
Health insurance can be so complicated. There are so many plans and types of insurance and each plan may cover services differently. With open enrollment for ACA plans going on now until December 15th, here is common terminology you may find and what it means for you and your family.
Understanding Cost Sharing: Deductibles, Copayments & Coinsurance
healthychildren.org
All health insurance requires consumers to pay some of the cost of covered health care services. This is called "cost-sharing" or "out-of-pcket" costs.Happy Veterans Day to our veterans (including our very own PA Adams). We thank you for your service.
Happy Halloween!!
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"Parents can help children get sufficient sleep by establishing regular bedtime routines, having all screens off at least 30 minutes before bedtime, and avoiding having any screens such as computers or televisions in children's bedrooms."
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Sleep "should be considered as vital as exercise and diet," an expert told "Newsweek.""The unusual name of the disease came from the fact that it was fifth on a list of common skin rash illnesses in children, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said."
Does your child have fifth disease? 'Slapped cheek' rash is a telltale sign
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Parents alarmed by the symptoms may not have heard of the illness, but pediatricians see it quite often."...even though turtles may look adorable, be careful around them. Wash your hands thoroughly after you’ve high-fived a turtle or handled their possessions."
Pet Turtle Warning From CDC, Here Is The Latest Salmonella Outbreak
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Can you stand yet another Salmonella, ella, ella, ella, uh, oh, outbreak? This time it is Salmonella Oranienburg that has already sickened at least 21 people in 13 states.Maryland's Dept of Health have 11 confirmed cases so far. Now's the time to get your flu shot as it takes at least 2 weeks for your body to produce antibodies and provide protection against the influenza virus.
First cases of flu being reported in D.C. region
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Health officials are reminding the public to get flu vaccines.In light of the new school attendance policy, here is some information from the AAP in regards to School Attendance, including: 10 Practical Tips to Getting Your Child to School on Time, Every Day
School Attendance, Truancy & Chronic Absenteeism: What Parents Need to Know
www.healthychildren.org
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) encourages parents to reduce unnecessary absences, learn about attendance policies where they live, and prioritize getting their kids to school on time, eve...Due to the regional Comcast outage, our phones and internet are down. Please bear with us as we are only able to take phone calls one at a time.
Due to Wicomico County School System's new policy on excused/unexcused absences, we've updated our school note policy. Check it out here.
School Note Policy - Gateway Pediatrics
www.gatewaypediatrics.com
You can download a PDF of our policy here: Gateway Pediatrics School Note Policy. Gateway Pediatrics works with families to create a healthy environment for your children. Part of this includes childr...They're here!! Flu vaccines are in! We will have Walk-In Flu Clinics every Saturday in October from 8:00am - 12noon. No appointment necessary. (Existing patients only.)
And with ⚽️🏈 Sports Day, ⚾️🎾 our Spirit Week is a wrap! Thanks for celebrating our 10 Years with us!! ❤️
Luau Day!
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Aloha! We’re having a spirit week to celebrate 10 years in business! Today’s theme is Luau! We can’t wait to see the kids (and give a lei at check out). Picts of staff to come!
🎉 We’ve been serving Delmarva since 2009! 🎉
Thank you to our parents and patients for making it possible! We wouldn’t be here without you! ❤️
#DontRetireKid
"Retirement from work may have its benefits but sports is something where you want to delay retirement as long as you can. The earlier you walk away, the less that you can benefit from all the mental, emotional, social, and physical health advantages that sports have to offer."
Age 11 Is When Kids Quit Sports, Here Is The Problem
www.forbes.com
On ESPN's SportsCenter, an athlete will announce his retirement as part of the Don't Retire, Kid campaign.AAP Updates their recommendations to prevent drownings. "“Water is everywhere, and we need multiple layers to protect children from the deadly risks it poses..." Follow the link to learn more.
Wishing everyone a very Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸
Be safe out there with all the fun sparklers and fireworks. 💥
RECALL ALERT: Fisher Price has recalled Ultra-Lite Day & Night Play Yard attachment "Inclined Sleeper Accessory"
Fisher-Price recalls 71,000 inclined infant sleeper accessories
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The company said the recall does not include the play yard, changing station clutch accessory or carry bag.Congrats to the winning family of our @shorebirds July 4th Game Giveaway! Enjoy the game and fireworks!!
Need some easy summer recipes kids can help make?
Here's 5.
5 easy recipes that kids will enjoy making and eating
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Summer break is the perfect time to get your budding chef into the kitchen.