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Talking to Children About Disasters

Apr 18, 2013

In light of the recent disasters being covered in the news, here is an article that shares helpful ways to discuss these events with children. Talking to Children About Disasters...

Ver a la Dra. Doris Diaz de la Torre en Yahoo! Mujer

Apr 01, 2013

Ver a la Dra. Doris Diaz de la Torre de Skylake (North Miami Beach) oficina en Yahoo! Mujer en Espanol aquí....

Important Information about Measles in South Florida

Mar 29, 2013

Measles Outbreak – March 2013 (adapted from www.CDC.gov) Each year, on average, 60 people in the United States are reported to have measles. But, in 2011, the number of reported cases was higher...

Flu Vaccine Schedule Safe for Kids, No Link to Autism

Mar 29, 2013

Please click here to read this important article....

Pediatric Associates Expanding to Tampa Bay

Mar 20, 2013

Pediatric Associates is excited to announce that we will be expanding into the Tampa Bay area in October 2013. More details to come! ...

NEW!!! The Wellington Office is Now Open!!!

Feb 04, 2013

Effective, Monday February 4th, the BRAND NEW Wellington office is open! For more information click here!...

NEW!!!! After Hours Care now offered in Doral

Dec 12, 2012

The Doral office now offers After Hours Care. Please click here for information....

Entrevista de Telemundo con el Dr. Alexander Gomez

Nov 16, 2012

Vea una entrevista de Telemundo con el Dr. Alexander Gómez sobre el gripe infantil! http://msnlatino.telemundo.com/videos/un_nuevo_dia/gripe_infantil/9c7bbd3d-4018-4ef2-860a-c71d11eb2f64 ...

Dr. Sharon Acosta Relocates to Doral

Nov 05, 2012

Effective, Monday, November 26th, Dr. Acosta will relocate her practice to the BRAND NEW Doral office. Click here for more information....

Pediatric Associates Expanding to Doral, FL

Oct 19, 2012

Pediatric Associates will be acquiring Doral Pediatrics and Happy Kids Pediatrics, effective November 26, 2012. Both practices will be relocated to a large facility located at 9655 NW 41st Street, Dor...

Pediatric Associates Expands to Palmetto Bay and Homestead, FL

Oct 01, 2012

Pediatric Associates has acquired Edwin A. Cordero, MD, PA (Cordero Pediatrics) effective October 1, 2012. Cordero Pediatrics was founded in 1992 and currently has three office locations in South...

Dr. Estela Rabin has moved to the Hollywood office, effective October 1st

Sep 12, 2012

Effective October 1st, Dr. Estela Rabin has moved her practice to the Hollywood office. Click here for more information....

NEW!!! After Hours Care in Miami Lakes and Fort Lauderdale

Aug 20, 2012

Beginning Tuesday, September 4th, the Miami Lakes and Fort Lauderdale offices now offer After Hours Care. Click here for more details...

NEW - Pediatric Rheumatologist - Kristina Wiers-Shamir, M.D.

Jun 29, 2012

Introducing our NEW Pediatric Rheumatologist, Kristina Wiers-Shamir, M.D. OFFICE HOURS: PEMBROKE PINES Tuesdays & Thursdays 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Wednesdays 9 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.2nd Saturday of ...

Introducing our Allergy Specialist - Dr. Jonathan Malka

May 22, 2012

Did you know that we now offer Asthma and Allergy treatments? OFFICE HOURS: AVENTURA Tuesdays & Thursdays 8am - 5pm1st Saturday of the month 8am - 12pm HOLLYWOOD Wednesday Evenings 6pm - 9pm SUNRI...

Top 5 Healthy Habits for Children

Apr 12, 2012

You do all you can think of to prevent your child from coming down with a cold or an upset tummy — from feeding her balanced meals to scrubbing the floors she plays on. But that’s only h...

ABC's of Good Nutrition

Mar 08, 2012

Right From the Start: ABCs of Good Nutrition for Young Children Good nutrition: the results are worth it Proper nutrition begins at the supermarket with the foods you buy and continues athome as you p...

Miami Lakes Office Has Moved

Jan 09, 2012

Our Miami Lakes office has moved! Come visit our new location at 15507 NW 67th Avenue in the Eagle Nest Center. Miami Lakes Office is Relocating...

Text Alerts

Nov 17, 2011

Great news! We now offer a new way to receive your appointment reminders from us…via text! It's easy and convenient…simply text "PEDSASSOC" to 622622, that's all it takes. When y...

New Child Seat Guidelines

Aug 29, 2011

The American Academy of Pediatrics and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration have updated their recommendations for car seats. The changes state that children should ride ...

Breastfeeding

Aug 03, 2011

If you had the ability of helping your newborn child be healthier and have a stronger immune system, wouldn’t you maximize the opportunity to do so? There are several benefits of breastfeeding o...

West Kendall Office Now Offers Convenient Hours

Aug 01, 2011

West Kendall Now Offers Convenient Hours...

Effective July 1st: Eileen Kiang, D.O. Relocates to Pembroke Pines

Jun 20, 2011

Eileen Kiang, D.O. Relocates to Pembroke Pines ...

RECALL: Dream on Me Drop-Side Cribs

May 25, 2011

Dream on Me Recalls Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation, Laceration, and Fall Hazards On May 24, 2011, the Consumer Product Safety Commission in cooperation with Dream On Me, Inc., announ...

Pediatric Associates Foundation Awards Grants to Local Charities

Apr 18, 2011

Pediatric Associates has been dedicated to the South Florida community and its children since 1955. As part of that commitment, through our foundation, Pediatric Associates Foundation, we have f...

Pampers Natural Stages Pacifiers Recalled

Apr 07, 2011

On April 5th, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and Key Baby LLC announced a voluntary recall of about 29,000 Pampers Natural Stages Infant Ortho and Bulb Pacifiers because the 'pacifiers fail to...

Dr. Marcus appointed to AAP subcommittee on violence prevention

Apr 06, 2011

Dr. David Marcus, at our Boca Raton office, has been selected as a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics subcommittee on violence prevention, under the Violence, Injury and Poisoning Committee....

Why Flu Vaccination Matters: Personal stories from families affected by Flu

Feb 01, 2011

This powerful video, created by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in collaboration with Families Fighting Flu (FFF), features the personal stories of parents who have tragicall...

Learn how to save your child in an emergency

Jan 25, 2011

Learn the basic skills of CPR and what to do in case of choking from one of our doctors at no charge. Sign up for a class today. Click here for a list of all our classes. ...

Study Claiming Link between Autism and Vaccines- A Fraud

Jan 06, 2011

The British Medical Journal published an article and editorial discrediting the findings of a study published in 1998 claiming a link between incidence of autism and childhood immunizations. Acc...

Recall of Ritedose Albuterol

Jan 05, 2011

Recall of Albuterol Used in Nebulizers Mislabeling on Some Single-Dose Vials Could Lead to Possible Overdose The Ritedose Corporation has recalled some single-dose vials of Albuterol Sulfate Inhalatio...

Easy ways to prevent getting the flu

Jan 04, 2011

Here are some easy steps to take to help you and your child avoid getting the flu: 1) Get vaccinated: According to the CDC, vaccination is the single best way to protect against the flu. 2) Wash...

Flu Vaccine 2010-11: What You Need to Know- Seasonal Shot or Nasal Spray

Dec 27, 2010

Flu Vaccine 2010-11: What You Need to Know Shot Flu Vaccine 2010-11: What You Need to Know- Nasal Spray The Flu: A Guide for Parents The Flu: A Guide for Parents (EN ESPAÑOL) This...

Lighthouse Point Office Relocates to Fort Lauderdale

Dec 13, 2010

The Lighthouse Point Office moved to its brand new facility in Fort Lauderdale on Monday, December 13, 2010. The NEW Fort Lauderdale Office is located at 6181 N. Federal Highway, with Conve...

Dengue Fever: Get the Facts

Jul 26, 2010

DENGUE FEVER – Quick Facts (adapted from the CDC) Q. What is dengue? A. Dengue (pronounced den' gee) is a disease caused by one of four dengue viruses (DENV 1, DENV 2, DENV 3, or DENV 4) which a...

Weston Office Named "Best Pediatric Group in Weston"by the Readers of Our City Weston Magazine

Jul 09, 2010

Weston Office Named “Best Pediatric Group in Weston": Our City Weston this year named our Weston office, located at 1835 N. Corporate Lakes Blvd. 954-389-7000. ...

Pediatric Associates Named Best Pediatric Group 2010 By the Readers of South Florida Parenting Magazine

May 27, 2010

Pediatric Associates Named “Best Pediatric Group” 2010 By the Readers of South Florida Parenting Magazine...

RECALL NOTICE ON LOTS OF TYLENOL, ETC.

May 03, 2010

RECALL NOTICE ON LOTS OF TYLENOL, ETC....

Learn More About HPV

Apr 07, 2010

Learn More About HPV...

Importance of Adult Immunization for the Safety of Your Children

Apr 07, 2010

Importance of Adult Immunization for the Safety of Your Children...

Pediatric Associates does NOT use Rotarix

Mar 26, 2010

Parents do not need to be concerned about the recent CDC health alert suspending the usage of GlaxoSmithKline Rotarix (Rotavirus) vaccine. Pediatric Associates DOES NOT use Rotarix. We use the v...

Autism NOT linked to MMR

Mar 25, 2010

Autism NOT linked to MMR...

Vaccines

Sep 11, 2009

Pediatric Associates Vaccine Statement Vaccines: Facts, Myths & More ...

Join us in Wellington for our Grand Opening Celebration on June 1st!

May 15, 2013

Join us in Wellington for our Grand Opening event! There will be food, entertainment (Dora & Diego & fun giveaways), offices tours and opportunities to speak with our providers and staff!...

Broward Family Life Award Winner for 2012

Feb 01, 2013

Pediatric Associates has won the "Favorite Pediatric Group Practice" of 2012 award & Dr. Jonathan Malka, Asthma & Allergy Specialist, has won the "Favorite Pediatric Specialist" award for 2012...

Miami Beach Office Relocates to New Suite

Jan 18, 2013

Our Miami Beach location will be moving upstairs to Suite 910, effective Tuesday, January 22, 2013. All phone numbers will remain the same, the new complete address will be: 4308 Alton Rd....

Dr. Michael Sonenblum Interviewed about TV and Children

Jan 07, 2013

Check out an article here about kids and too much TV - our very own Dr. Michael Sonenblum of St. Lucie West is featured!...

Vaccine Reminders via Text Message

Dec 21, 2012

VaxtextSM is a mobile text program for busy parents and caregivers that helps keep your child on track with the vaccine schedule recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Th...

Dr. Lawrence Garter Interviewed about Adoption

Dec 20, 2012

Please click on the link below to read an article about Broward County's National Adoption Day Event. Our very own Dr. Lawrence Garter is interviewed several times about his decision to adopt.&n...

Tips for Talking to Children about Violence

Dec 17, 2012

Our hearts go out to the community of Newtown, CT and to the victims and their families. Please follow the link here to read an article entitled, "Tips for Talking to Children about Violence."&n...

New Walk-In Policy Effective January 1, 2013

Dec 13, 2012

Please read the below document for an updated Walk-In Policy for all Pediatric Associates locations. Your experience is very important to us. READ MORE HERE EN ESPAÑOL...

Our Chief Operating Officer, Joe Rogers, Featured in an Article about Adoption

Dec 03, 2012

Please read the article below to hear about Joe Rogers, COO of Pediatric Associates, as he shares his personal journey and decision to be an adopted parent to siblings. Click Here for Article&nbs...

Dr. Tamika Maxwell featured on The Balancing Act TV Show!

Nov 12, 2012

Dr. Tamika Maxwell was featured on The Balancing Act Lifetime TV show this morning in the 7:00 am news hour! She was interviewed about breastfeeding and the importance of nutrition for your infa...

Dr. Adam Cutler discusses whooping cough on New Times website

Oct 08, 2012

Click on the link below to hear from our very own, Adam Cutler, MD, FAAP, on the very important topic of whooping cough. http://blogs.browardpalmbeach.com/pulp/2012/10/whooping_cough_cases_conti...

Dr. Doris Diaz de la Torre has moved to Skylake, effective October 1st

Sep 17, 2012

Effective October 1st, Dr. Doris Diaz de la Torre has moved to our Skylake office in North Miami. For more information click here....

Entrevista de Telemundo con el Dr. Alexander Gomez

Sep 17, 2012

Vea una entrevista de Telemundo con el Dr. Alexander Gómez sobre el asma! ...

Read Dr. Blythe's Newest Advice for Parents

Mar 26, 2012

Read Dr. Diana Blythe in the Sun Sentinel's "Ask the Pediatrician" column. Send in your own questions or concerns about your child's growth and development. ...

After Hours expanded in our West Kendall Office

Mar 22, 2012

We are now even more convenient for you. Our After Hours Care in our West Kendall office has been expanded to Monday through Thursday until 8:30 pm. Call 305-387-7211 or click here to make...

Teaching Good Behavior

Mar 16, 2012

All children want to be good and please their parents, but they need to learn how. Teach your child right from wrong through words and actions. Praise good behavior in order to reinforce their positiv...

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

Feb 21, 2012

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Recently the AAP published recommendations for a safe sleep environment that can reduce the risk of all sleep-related infant deaths (such as suffocation, asphyxia, and ent...

Enfamil Formula NOT Tainted

Jan 03, 2012

The Center for Disease Control's (CDC) health inspectors have completed their testing on all formula samples collected from the company. These tests confirmed that the Mead Johnson products (Enfamil ...

After Hours Time Change

Dec 21, 2011

Effective January 1, 2012 All Locations offering After Hours Care will now close at 8:30 p.m. Monday Through Friday. *Port St. Lucie will open 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Wednesday After H...

FDA Prompts Removal of Unapproved Drugs from Market

Mar 04, 2011

Yesterday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration took action against companies that manufacture, distribute, or market certain unapproved prescription oral cough, cold, and allergy products. For more ...

FDA recalls Benadryl FastMelt and Junior Strength Motrin

Nov 24, 2010

FDA issued a voluntary recall of Benadryl FastMelt and Junior Strength Motrin. ...

Asthma Education Video

Nov 23, 2010

Learn how to better control your child's asthma. www.asthmaeducationalvideo.com...

Our After Hours Locations

Nov 16, 2010

The following is a list of our locations, which offer after hours sick care and convenient care to all Pediatric Associates patients. Exact address and directions can be found in our "Locatio...

Pediatrician and Son Join Forces in Haiti

Jun 08, 2010

Pediatrician and Son Join Forces in Haiti...

Pediatric Associates Foundation

Jun 07, 2010

Pediatric Associates Foundation...

Susans Story: A Life Changing Trip to Haiti

May 17, 2010

Susan’s Story: A Life Changing Trip to Haiti...

Miami Lakes Welcomes New Physician

Apr 09, 2010

Miami Lakes Welcomes New Physician...

Patient Newsletter Spring 2010

Apr 06, 2010

Patient Newsletter Spring 2010...

Provider Authored Articles

Oct 22, 2009

Our Pediatric Associates physicians keep our communities informed on local and state health-care issues as they develop. Here are some important articles written by our providers ...

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