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Childrens Medical Office
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| Recall of Lo/Ovral-28 Birth Control Pills |
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This morning Pfizer announced a recall of Lo/Ovral-28 birth control pills due to a mix-up of inactive and active pills in the blister pack. If you are taking Lo/Ovral-28 or the generic version (Norgestrel/Ethinyl Estradiol), please use back-up contraception for an entire cycle. You may experience some break-through spotting or bleeding. Return your pack to the pharmacy and you will be given a new pack. If you have any questions or to see a full list of product numbers recalled, visit
http://www.pfizer.com/news/press_releases/pfizer_press_releases.jsp#guid=20120131007121en&source=RSS_2011&page=1
Of course, feel free to call us at 978-975-3355 if you have any concerns.
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| What do you do if your child has an acute illness or injury (NON-emergency)? | Read More... |
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FOR AN ACUTE ILLNESS OR INJURY call 978-975-3355(click Read More)
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| Respiratory Syncytial Virus/Bronchiolitis - by Christina Connelly, RN, MSN, CPNP |
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Respiratory Syncytial Virus or "RSV" is a common respiratory virus that spreads seasonally starting in late fall through early spring, peaking in the months of December and January. The virus causes only mild cold symptoms in adults and healthy, older children. In infants younger than age 1 and in those children with special health care needs, RSV can lead to "bronchiolitis". Bronchiolitis causes lower respiratory tract symptoms such as cough, wheezing, rapid or labored breathing, and cyanosis (blue color to skin).
READ MORE .....RSV/Bronchiolitis
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Although we remain "on-staff" there, starting January 1, 2012 our doctors no longer will be routinely rounding on well newborns at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) nursery. If you use (or are planning to use) our practice for primary care and deliver a baby at BIDMC, your baby will be cared for in the nursery by the BIDMC "hospitalist" neonatology group(a.k.a. "CNS" or the Cochran Newborn Service). We know and communicate well with the members of CNS, and you can be sure they will keep us "in the loop" on any significant issues that may arise while your baby is in the nursery. They will be receiving the same excellent care we would provide, with one important extra: there will be a responsible pediatrician or neonatologist actually in the building available to respond promptly if need be"24/7".
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| Dr. Barsam on Maternity Leave until April 5, 2012 |
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Dr. Barsam will be on maternity leave until April 5, 2012. The rest of the provider staff are happy to see Dr. Barsam's patients until she returns.
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| Some things to know about acne - by Daniel A. Summers, M.D., F.A.A.P | Read More... |
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There are lots of things about being a teenager that can be kind of a pain. (Finals, for example.) For some people, acne break-outs are right at the top of the list. Thankfully, acne is something your medical provider might be able to help you with. (Sadly, we are unable to offer much to help with finals.) Here is some information you might find useful if this is a problem you're dealing with.
READ MORE Some Things to Know about Acne
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| Chronic Congestion - by Elisabeth Winterkorn, M.D., F.A.A.P | Read More... |
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The most common causes of chronic nasal congestion are viral illnesses and allergies. As we all know, viruses frequently cause fever, runny nose, headache, sore throat, and congestion. Generally the symptoms are worst during the first week or two, however, the cough associated with viruses can often last 14-20 days before the post-nasal drip and congestion finally subside.
READ MORE Chronic Congestion
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Dr. Daniel Summers was pleased to present a recent talk on "Bullying and GLBTQ Youth" to faculty through the North Andover High School Wellness Department.
In May, Dr. Summers was a presenter at the Maine and Vermont Section of the American Academy of Pediatrics on the same subject.
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Children & Youth with Special Health Care Needs Program
The Children & Youth with Special Health Care Needs Program works with families, providers, and others to support children and youth with special health needs. They partner with families to ensure policies and programs meet their needs. Read more
Coordinating care for MassHealth Members and caregivers
Community Case Management (CCM) is an administrative activity of MassHealth performed for the express purpose of authorization and coordination of MassHealth community long-term care services (CLTC). For those MassHealth Standard for MassHealth coverage of continuous skilled nursing services, CCM provides a single point of contact for the coordination and authorization of MassHealth payment for medically necessary CLTC Services. Read more
READ MORE Special Health Care Need Resources
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Massachusetts Health Connector
Commonwealth Care program offers low-or-no-cost health insurance for people who qualify. It provides comprehensive benefits and a choice of health plans. Read more....
The Catastrophic Illness in Children Relief Fund
The Catastrophic Illness in Children Relief Fund (CICRF)helps families bear the excessive financial burdens associated with the care of children with special health care needs and disabilities. CICRF is a payor of last resort. It provides financial assistance for Massachusetts families with children experiencing a medical condition requiring services that are not covered by a private insurer, federal or state assistance, or any other financial source. Read more...
READ MORE Insurance/Financial Help Section
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