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REQUIRED Vaccines for 7th Graders...

New state of Tennessee requirements for all children entering 7th grade in the fall of 2010 are as follows: 1) Two doses of Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine or proof of disease; and 2) TdaP (tetanus, diphtheria, and acellular pertussis) immunization, commonly known as a "tetanus shot." Many of our patients have already received these vaccines prior to 7th grade, so check with us if you have questions. A new state-produced health form will be required for all rising 7th graders, and we will be able to print one for your child if needed.

 

Time for a Well Visit?

If it has been over a year since your child's last well visit, it is time to call and schedule an appointment. If your child is in need of a well visit, call now to schedule the visit so we can best accommodate your scheduling needs over the next few months.

 

Kim Buie, M.D. Joining GHPA...

We are excited to announce the addition of Dr. Kimberly Buie as a member of Green Hills Pediatrics beginning in late July. To read more about Dr. Buie, click HERE.

 

HealthyChildren.org

EXCELLENT new web site maintained by the American Academy of Pediatrics, designed specifically for parents. This website is a comprehensive review or the most common (and even uncommon) issues related to child health. The pediatricians at Green Hills Pediatric Associates highly recommend this website to all of our patients.

 

Health Forms and Camp Forms

If you have a form to complete for camp or school, send it to us as soon as possible. Spring and summer are common times to complete these forms, and these forms are completed in the order they are received. We are happy to complete these forms as quickly as possible, but we ask your cooperation in this process.

 

Exciting News - We've Moved

We've got some exciting news! We've moved to a brand new office on Harding Road. We have the same great doctors and staff and, of course, minimal wait time. But now you and your child will visit a fresh, new space with all new furnishings. We're looking forward to seeing you at our new location on Harding Road by St. Thomas Hospital.

 

New Vision Screening Tool at Green Hills Pediatrics...

Green Hills Pediatrics is happy to announce an upgrade in technology recently added to our office. Pediavision, a vision screening tool, offers our providers a more optimal and more accurate assessment of your child's vision, and can be administered as early as six months old. Visit the web link above or ask your doctor for more information.

 

Varicella (Chickenpox) Vaccine Booster

New recommendations now exist concerning varicella, or chickenpox, vaccine in children and adults. In order to achieve higher levels of immunity, and in following recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics and ACIP, Green Hills Pediatric Associates recommends a booster dose for all children who have had only one dose of varicella vaccine and have not yet contracted chickenpox. This dose will be given with kindergarten immunizations for all children entering school, and all older children and adolescents can be given the booster at any time. Please ask us about this at your next visit.

 

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) types 6, 11, 16, and 18 cause 70 percent of all cervical cancer and 90 percent of all genital warts in women. A new vaccine (Gardasil®) has been developed to prevent infection with these types of HPV in young women, thus decreasing cervical cancer incidence by 70 percent. Green Hills Pediatrics is now offering Gardasil® to all eligible female patients aged 11 years or older. To find out more about Gardasil®, click HERE or ask your doctor.

 

CPR Classes

Green Hills Pediatric Associates is happy to offer Parent CPR classes to our families. These classes are taught by an American Heart Association certified nurse and are held in our office. If you are interested in attending a class, please contact our office at 385-1451.

 

Toast of Music City 2009...

We are pleased to announce that Green Hills Pediatric Associates was chosen as one of Nashville's BEST PEDIATRICIANS for the second straight year by the readers of The Tennessean in the "Toast of Music City" awards. This award is an honor, and we thank all those who voted.