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NYS United Teachers and NYS American Academy of Pediatrics launch back-to-school ad campaign

ALBANY, N.Y. Aug. 23, 2021 — New York State United Teachers and the NYS American Academy of Pediatrics today launched a new statewide television and digital advertising campaign to highlight the importance of ensuring all students return to in-person instruction in the fall.     The ad, titled “Let Me Show You,” focuses on the benefits of in-person learning — including hands-on instruction, social interaction critical for development and extracurricular activities that round

August 23, 2021

It’s Deja Vu All Over Again!

Quoting my favorite NY Yankee of all time, Yogi Berra, “It’s deja vu all over again.” I’m sorry I haven’t posted recently, but we have undergone a revision of our webpage. (Take some time to explore some of the new sections) and we’ve been very busy with routine visits and getting ready for the new

August 6, 2021

Reverse Peer Pressure

An interesting story: Mrs. Lewis & I went to the Fairport Village Farmers’ Market today. We are fully vaccinated but still feel more comfortable wearing masks, even out doors. There was a sign saying “Masks are not necessary if you are fully vaccinated. If you are not vaccinated you must wear a mask.” There was

May 22, 2021

We Have Pfizer Covid-19 Vaccine

We  received 30 doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for our patients 12 years and up. Please call to schedule an appointment. We have access to as many doses as we need, but wanted to start small to ramp up the process. We will have enough vaccine for everyone who is eligible and wants it.

May 13, 2021

Welcome Legacy Pediatrics

Beginning May 1st, Dr. Wirt and I will share after hours and weekend call with Legacy Pediatrics. We have known Dr. Janet Casey and  Dr. Alice Taylor for years and are thrilled that they will share coverage with us.  We are sorry to part ways with Pathway Pediatrics, but they have become part of Trillium

April 26, 2021

Stay Calm and Get Vaccinated

Currently anyone over the age of 16 is eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. I have received numerous questions about whether or not I recommend the vaccine. I do recommend getting the vaccine. The vaccines are safe. The side effects are minimal. Most people experience side effects comparable to any other vaccine, sore arm and mild

April 9, 2021

COVID-19 Vaccine and Teens

Most of you have probably read or heard that starting April 6th, anyone 16 years and older will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. That is awesome news. Currently the Pfizer vaccine is approved for 16 years and older, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson 18 years and older. At this time, our office is unable

March 31, 2021