Vaughan Pediatric Clinic

01/26/2026

01/15/2026

Happy snowy morning. We are open! If you have an appointment but do not feel comfortable coming in please cancel and rebook. There will be no cancellation fees (obviously) and we will accommodate the rebookings as best as possible. Please be safe.

10/19/2025

FLUSHOT CLINIC!
It's that time of year again. We will be having Saturday clinics in the month of November for flu shots and to book, it is all online. Please just access the online booking by clicking below on either the primary link or the additional spot link below.

Primary Link:
https://ocean.cognisantmd.com/online-booking/12f5c862-4930-4d04-8671-37939e058501

Additional Spot Link:
https://ocean.cognisantmd.com/online-booking/aca978a3-d350-4fec-a3a5-8be3edcbef1a

10/05/2025

VPC now has the RSV injection (Beyfortus) available in the office. It is available to all infants born after April 1, 2025 and infants in their second year of life who are at high risk for severe RSV disease.
Please call the office to book an appointment ASAP.
Please refer to the information sheet for some more details or discuss with your Physician in the office.https://www.pcmch.on.ca/wp-content/uploads/pcmch-rsv-parent-fact-sheet.pdf

09/09/2025

We are pleased to welcome Dr. Harman Sawhney to Vaughan Paediatric Clinic. She is now accepting new patients into her practice.

Dr. Sawhney has lived in Toronto most of her life. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto, and earned her medical degree from St. George’s University, School of Medicine. She completed her Pediatric Residency training at Maimonides Children’s Hospital in Brooklyn, New York. She then practiced pediatrics in Houston (Texas) for a few years, before moving back to Toronto to join Vaughan Pediatric Clinic. Dr. Sawhney provides primary care and consultative services for all pediatric patients.

08/12/2025

The phone lines are back up!

08/12/2025

Good morning. Our phone lines are temporarily down. The issue is being rectified as we speak and the phone lines will hopefully be open soon. As soon as they are, I will put another post on here to let you know. Thank you for your patience.

04/08/2025

Dr Chmiel is taking part in The Princess Margaret Ride To Conquer Cancer. This June 7/8 th, he will be embarking on a 200 Km bike ride from Toronto to Niagara Falls. All proceed go to further advance cancer research and patient care. All donations are very much appreciated.

https://supportthepmcf.ca/ui/Ride25/p/95f3ece050d340ff85ded3b48c4f9365

03/27/2025

Although spring is around the corner, there still could be another cold spell so here are WINTER TIPS PART 3. Below you will find some ways to keep your child warm and safe while playing outside in the snow.
1 Be extra careful when walking on the road, it may be icy and drivers might have restricted view from snow on their car windows. Icy roads also can be harder to stop on. 
2 Do not throw snowballs at people or cars, this could be dangerous. Try aiming for safer things like trees.
3 Have an adult supervise children when building forts or tunnels. This could be dangerous as they could collapse.
4 Don’t put metal objects in one’s mouth, as it could be really cold and freeze to someone’s tongue and cause injury.
5 Try not to eat snow as it can be dirty
6 Choose play areas away from water and roads

02/17/2025

WINTER TIPS PART 2
Keeping your child warm and safe during winter starts with proper layering and smart clothing choices. Warm hands and feet are key indicators they’re dressed appropriately. Here are tips to ensure comfort and safety during cold-weather play.

* Dress in layers of clothing that can be put on and taken off easily.
* Wear a hat because a lot of body heat is lost through the head.
* Always keep ears covered to prevent frostbite.
* Wear mittens instead of gloves so that fingers can be bunched together for warmth.
* Wear warm, waterproof boots that are roomy enough for an extra pair of socks and to wiggle toes.
* Remove wet clothing and boots immediately after playing.
* In younger children, remove drawstrings from clothing that could catch on climbing or play equipment. Use Velcro or other snaps instead. 
* Use a neck warmer instead of a scarf, and mitten clips instead of a string to prevent choking.
* Babies need extra care and bundling because they cannot generate body heat or tell you if they are cold the way an older child can.

02/13/2025

Playing in the snow can be a lot of fun but cold winter play requires extra care. Here are some general tips to help keep your children safe and warm during outdoor activities.
1. Younger children should not play outside alone; ensure they have a buddy or friend for added safety.
2. Keep them indoors when the temperature or wind chill is reported to be -27°C (-16°F) or lower. At these temperatures exposed skin will begin to freeze.
3. Never send children outside unsupervised in extreme weather conditions (e.g. snowstorms).
4. If your child is playing outside, check often to make sure they are warm and dry. Younger children should take regular breaks and have a warm drink to avoid cold related illnesses.
5. Choose play areas for children that are close to a warm shelter, such as your home or a friend’s house.
6. Make sure to apply sunscreen to exposed skin, even on cloudy days.