Child and Teen Medical Center

12/31/2025

Important Insurance Notice: We Remain In-network for Medica.

If you received a letter from Medica indicating that Child and Teen Medical Center (CTMC) is no longer in-network, please be advised this was an error made by Medica. CTMC remains in-network and continues to see patients with Medica insurance. Medica will be sending a follow-up letter acknowledging and correcting this error.

12/26/2025

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Dr. Julius Edlavitch, founder of Child and Teen Medical Center, formerly Fridley Children’s and Teenagers’ Medical Center, established in 1983.

Dr. Edlavitch dedicated his life to caring for children and supporting families with compassion and kindness. His legacy will live on through the countless lives he touched over the years.

Please join us in honoring his memory and keeping his family in your thoughts.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, December 28, at Beth El Synagogue in St. Louis Park.

“There is no wisdom greater than kindness.”
— Dr. Julius Edlavitch

Memorial service details and full obituary:
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/julius-edlavitch-obituary?id=60372263

11/11/2025

🎉 Congratulations to our Front Desk Staff! 🎉

They’ve done it again — winning our Halloween Costume Contest for the 3rd year in a row! 🏆

Their creative Jellyfish costumes really made a splash this year!

11/11/2025

Multistate outbreak of infant botulism linked to infant formula, including one case in Minnesota, Linked to ByHeart Whole Nutrition infant formula.

Botulism is a rare but serious illness caused by a toxin that attacks the body's nerves. Botulism causes difficulty breathing, muscle paralysis, and even death.

Infant botulism often starts with constipation but is usually first noticed as difficulty feeding (sucking and swallowing), a weak and altered cry, and lack of head control.

On Nov. 8, ByHeart Inc. recalled two lots of Whole Nutrition Infant Formula:

Lot: 206VABP/251261P2 (“Use by 01 Dec 2026”)
Lot: 206VABP/251131P2 (“Use by 01 Dec 2026”)

ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula makes up less than 1% of all infant formula sales in the United States, and this outbreak does not create shortage concerns of infant formula for parents and caregivers.

Read more about possible symptoms and what to do if you have this formula at

Details on an outbreak of infant botulism linked to infant formula, November 2025.

11/01/2025

We hope everyone had a spooktacular Halloween
🎃 👻

CTMC had a blast dressing up, and now it’s time for some friendly competition — join us for our 3rd annual Department Costume Contest! Cast your votes and help us choose this year’s winner!

Simply “like” your favorite photo to cast your vote!

10/22/2025

Learning About Autism: Early Signs and Next Steps.

Interested in more information about Autism? Register today for a FREE virtual parent education session!

Learn more at https://bit.ly/49drah1 or register at https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yvhxYADAT0qQ4fx4ur_XQQ

10/07/2025

Toddlers are naturally curious, but that curiosity can lead to danger if small objects or household products are within reach.

Our latest article shares essential choking hazard and poison prevention tips to help keep your little ones safe. Learn more at https://childandteenmedicalcenter.com/choking-hazards-and-poison-prevention-for-toddlers-essential-safety-tips/

09/24/2025

Flu Vaccines are Here! Kids share more than homework - protect them with a safe, quick flu vaccine at CTMC. Call to schedule your appointment at 763-333-7733.

Visit us on the web at https://childandteenmedicalcenter.com/

07/25/2025

Beat the Back-to-School Rush!

We have multiple openings next week for your child’s school or sports physical.

Need a sports physical form completed? Don’t wait — August appointments fill up quickly, and we don’t want your child to miss out on the activities they love!

Call now to schedule and check it off your list early!

Award-winning and affordable care for infants, children & teens in the North Metro. Established 1983.

07/03/2025

We hope you were able to see us in the Blaine Parade; we had a great time! A big thank you to our staff and their families that were able to attend!

06/03/2025

Air quality alert issued until June 4th. Read more from the Minnesota Department of Health and how to keep your loved ones safe, especially those with chronic respiratory illnesses.

Air quality alert issued due to wildfire smoke for Monday, June 2 through Wednesday, June 4 for all of Minnesota Minnesota Department of Health sent this bulletin at 06/02/2025 04:58 PM CDT Air Quality Alert View this as a webpage Air quality alert issued due to wildfire smoke for Monday, June 2 thr...

05/08/2025

Is your child’s bike helmet doing its job? 🚴‍♂️🪖
Spring is here, and that means more bike rides, park trips, and outdoor adventures. But before they hit the pavement, let’s make sure their helmet fits right and protects well.

✅ How should a helmet sit on their head?
✅ When should you replace it?
✅ What features matter most?

We break it all down here:
👉 All About Bike Helmets: https://childandteenmedicalcenter.com/all-about-bike-helmets/

Want help in person? Join the FREE Bike Helmet Fitting event!
📅 Saturday, May 10 | 10 AM – 12 PM
📍 Fire Station 3 – 11920 Ulysses St NE, Blaine, MN
Hosted by Spring Lake Park–Blaine–Mounds View Fire Department

A quick read now and a fitting this weekend can prevent a serious injury later. ❤️