Temporary Closure of the Boston Office
Given the current COVID-19 crisis, we have made the difficult decision to temporarily close our Boston office. To maintain appropriate social distancing and separation of well and sick patients, we believe this is the right decision to keep everyone as safe as possible. We will accommodate all of our Boston patients in our Braintree office.
COVID-19 Preparations and Protocols
Dear Milton Pediatrics Patients:
We are constantly reviewing and updating our preparations and protocols as we learn more about COVID-19. We are open and here to answer your questions. Please be patient as we navigate the current situation.
As of today, Monday March 23, 2020
1. Respiratory sick visits are being separated from well visits. We have added additional office space on the first floor of our building. We are not mixing sick and well patients in the waiting room or patient rooms. We have also increased the frequency of cleaning our office. If you are not well, please call our office ahead of your appointment.
2. Virtual Visits:
Please see the post below for more details
3. Sick visits:
Please call our office for any health concerns. We are encouraging all patients who are well enough to stay home, unless we deem it necessary to be seen in our office.
- We will be setting up virtual visits for those that are appropriate.
- Patients with respiratory symptoms will be seen in our new office space on the first floor.
- When you arrive, please call the front desk to check in by phone.
- We will then call you when a room is available.
- When you enter the office, please put a mask on both you and your child, go to the exam room, and keep the door shut.
4. Visitors
We ask that when possible, only the patient and one healthy parent attend all visits.
5. COVID-19 Exposure
If you think your child may have been exposed to an active Coronavirus case, please call our office or the Partners COVID-19 Hotline (617-724-7000). We are not currently testing any patients in our office for COVID-19.
6. Social distancing: Please practice social distancing and stay at home to limit unnecessary exposure to the virus.
Telehealth Visits
To help prevent the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), we will be temporarily transitioning some in-person visits to telehealth visits (via video chat). Appointments that will be conducted virtually, include:
- All well-child checks of 3 years of age, or older*
- Follow-up visits, as appropriate (e.g. behavioral health, ADHD, acne, constipation, etc.)
- Other sick visits, as appropriate
*vaccinations will be deferred to a future nurse visit
Our staff will contact you prior to a telehealth appointment to give detailed instructions. At the time of your scheduled telehealth visit, you will be asked to enter the provider’s virtual waiting room on https://doxy.me (HIPAA-compliant video chat, no download required). This platform can be used with most smartphones, tablets, or laptops. If you do not have access to a device with a camera, please inform our staff and we will set up a phone call with you instead.
Thanks for your understanding as we adjust to these new changes!
Questions about Coronavirus
Dear Milton Pediatrics families,
We know many of you have questions and concerns regarding the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic. Thankfully, there are some excellent resources available that will provide you with up-to-date and reliable information. If the links below do not answer your questions, or if you have specific clinical concerns, please call our office to speak with one of our nurses.
Partners has established a COVID-19 hotline to answer your general questions about the ongoing pandemic. The hotline is available 7 days/week from 8am-8pm: 617-724-7000
From the MA Department of Public Health:
Coronavirus homepage: https://www.mass.gov/resource/information-on-the-outbreak-of-coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19
COVID-19 Fact Sheet: https://www.mass.gov/doc/english-2019-novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov-0/download
From the CDC:
Coronavirus homepage: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/2019-ncov-factsheet.pdf
About COVID-19: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/index.html
Travel information and restrictions: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/index.html
From the American Academy of Pediatrics:
About COVID-19: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/chest-lungs/Pages/2019-Novel-Coronavirus.aspx
Helpful Articles:
How to talk to your child about Coronavirus:
https://parenting.nytimes.com/childrens-health/coronavirus-kids-talk
Book your Child’s Physical Today
Currently we are booked out 3 months for routine annual physicals. If your child is going to need a physical for school or sports, please call the office today. We are booking appointments through August 2020 at this time.
Milton Pediatrics Opening at 9am Tuesday December 3, 2019
Due to inclement weather and for the safety of our patients and employees, Milton Pediatrics will delay opening until 9 am this morning. Be safe.
Meet our Newest Provider – Natan Seidel, MD
Dr. Natan Seidel is thrilled to start working at Milton Pediatrics! Dr. Seidel grew up in Washington, DC before studying biology in between a cappella practices at the University of North Carolina. (Go Heels!) He received his MD from Emory University School of Medicine, where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. Dr. Seidel completed his pediatric residency at Boston Children’s Hospital and Boston Medical Center (2018), and worked afterwards as an urgent care physician at Boston Children’s Emergency Department. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics in general pediatrics.
In his spare time, Dr. Seidel enjoys cooking, baking, swimming, disc golf, and playing guitar/piano. He lives in Jamaica Plain with his wife Sheila, an electrical engineer. Despite pressure from parents, they are currently kidless!
Adult, Child, & Infant CPR Course Tuesday January 28, 2020
We will be hosting an Adult, Child, & Infant CPR Course at 6pm in our Braintree Office. This course is through the American Heart Association and Certification is valid for 2 years. The cost is $50/pp. If you will be in the office before then, the sign up sheet is at the front desk. If not, feel free to call us at 781-356-6200 to register. You will receive a confirmation email once you are added to the roster.
All Infant Inclined Sleep Products Should Be Recalled, Consumer Reports Says
A new study confirms that all inclined infant sleepers pose risks to babies, prompting Consumer Reports to recommend that all of the products be banned.
2019 Flu Clinic Information
We have opened up the following Flu clinics for the 2019-2020 flu season. The Flu vaccine will be administered by appointment only. Please call 781-356-6200 during regular business hours to schedule an appointment. Be aware that these days may fill up and we will offer additional dates in the near future. Updated 11/27/19
Wednesday Oct 2nd 12-5
Monday Oct 7th 5-7 pm
Thursday Oct 10th 12-5
Wednesday Oct 16th 5-7 pm
Sunday Oct 20th 9-12
Tuesday Oct 22nd 9-1 & 2-5
Wednesday Oct 23rd 9-1 & 2-5
Thursday Oct 24th 12-5
Friday Oct 25th 9-1 & 2-5
Saturday Oct 26th 9-12
Sunday Oct 27th 9-12
Tuesday Nov 5th 9-1 & 2-5
Wednesday Nov 6th 9-1 & 2-5
Saturday Nov 9th 9-12
Thursday Nov 14th 9-1 & 2-5
Thursday Nov 21st 9-1
Saturday Nov 23rd 9-12
Tuesday Nov 26th 9-1 & 2-5
Wednesday Nov 27th 9-1
Monday Dec 23 9-1 & 1:30-3
School and Health Forms
May 10, 2019
As the time of the year approaches for school and health forms we ask that you request these forms as far in advance as possible. Please allow up to 5 business days for completion.
Due to the high demand we are unable to process these requests the same day. Once you receive your forms please make several copies for your record.
Thank you.
Milton Pediatrics.
Recall Alert:Fisher Price Rock ‘n Play Sleeper
Serious safety concerns about the Fisher-Price Rock ‘n Play Sleeper. The Amerian Academy of Pediatrics has requested that the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commisison issue an immediate recall of this device due to reports of infant deaths. If you are using this sleeper, we recommend finding an alternative sleep solution. Please navigate to the following links for more information. If you have any questions please call our office: 781-356-6200 and speak with one of our nurses.
Fisher-Price has recalled the Rock ‘n Play sleeper. You should stop using this sleeper immediately. Please see below for more information:
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/fisher-price-recalls-rock-n-play-sleepers-due-to-reports-of-deaths
| Fisher-Price Recalls Rock ‘n Play Sleepers Due to Reports of Deaths | CPSC.govwww.cpsc.govSince the 2009 product introduction, over 30 infant fatalities have occurred in Rock ‘n Play Sleepers, after the infants rolled over while unrestrained, or under other circumstances. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury … |
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Measles Information
If you have questions about the case of Measles reported in the local media, please refer to the following links provided by the State Department of Public health:
- Information about the specific case: https://www.mass.gov/news/state-health-officials-alert-residents-about-potential-exposure-to-measles-in-multiple
- General information about Measles: https://www.mass.gov/service-details/measles
If you are concerned that your child may have been exposed to the patient, please contact our office: 781-356-6200
Milton Pediatrics
Monday 3/4/2019
Due to the storm, our call hour will be pushed from 7 am to 9 am. today 3/4/19 We will be open for business beginning at 9 am today.
Thank you.
Milton Pediatrics
Lactation Support Program
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2018 Seasonal Flu Vaccine
Seasonal Flu Vaccine is now available in our office, please call 781-356-6200 for your appointment.
Thank you,
Milton Pediatrics
New Live Calls
On Tuesday, May 1st Milton Pediatrics will be transitioning to a new phone system. Our nurses will now be answering live calls from a queue system and you will no longer need to leave a voicemail for a callback. The live calls will begin at 9a until 5 pm.
Between the hours of 7a-8a, we will have our call hour where there you will leave a message and one of our nurses will call back. Between the hours of 8a-9a, you will be connected to our after-hours answering service.
Flu and Other Vaccinations
For all of our patients planning to receive the flu (or any other) vaccination, it is strongly recommended that patients come to Milton Pediatrics for vaccination accompanied by another person, ideally a parent/guardian.
If patients under 18 years of age arrive to Milton Pediatrics for vaccination without a parent/guardian, this person will be called in order to receive permission to administer the vaccination.
In addition, if any patient of driving age arrives alone for vaccination he/she will be asked to remain an additional 15 minutes to be monitored for any adverse symptoms or reactions.
Transition to Partners eCare
We would like to thank you for your patience while we upgrade to Partners eCare, our new electronic medical record system.
Our staff has undergone extensive training and we have made every effort to ensure that there is minimal impact to you during this transition. This system is still new to us and we apologize for any inconvenience you may experience.
Our first priority, as always, is to deliver the highest quality care possible. If you have any questions about Partners eCare, or your experience during today’s visit, please let any staff member know and we will be happy to assist you.
Thank you – your help makes the difference.