Novant Health Eastover Pediatrics

10/06/2025

Flu shot clinics for October and November are open! Please give us a call to get your child's flu shot scheduled! 704-384-8800, option 1.

10/7 PM
10/8 AM
10/15
10/17 AM
10/21
10/28
10/30
10/31 AM
11/4
11/7 PM
11/13 AM
11/14 AM
11/18
11/21
11/25
11/28

09/24/2025

Flu shot clinics are open for September and October!
9/26
10/2
10/7 pm
10/8 am
10/15
10/17 am
10/21
10/28
10/30
10/31 am
Give us a call to get your child scheduled! 704-384-8800

09/24/2025

Babies’ bodies respond well to vaccines because their immune systems are in constant learning mode. A baby’s immune system is ready for the hepatitis B vaccine as soon as they are born, and giving newborns the first dose of the vaccine within 24 hours of birth (with additional doses at 1-2 months and 6-18 months) remains the best protection against serious health problems like liver disease and cancer.
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09/24/2025

Today’s White House event on autism was filled with dangerous claims and misleading information that sends a confusing message to parents and expecting parents and does a disservice to autistic individuals.

We know autism is complex, highly variable and increasingly linked to genetics. Individualized plans, often involving a combination of developmental, behavioral, educational and social-relational strategies, can help improve outcomes that are meaningful to individuals and families. We also need and welcome additional investments in federally funded research to better support families of autistic children.

Families who have questions about their child’s medications, autism care plans or other health care should consult with their pediatrician or health care provider.
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09/09/2025

Flu shot clinics are open for September and October!
9/11 am
9/12 pm
9/15
9/18 pm
9/23
9/26
10/2
10/7 pm
10/8 am
10/15
10/17 am
10/21
10/28
10/30
10/31 am

Give us a call to get your child scheduled! 704-384-8800

08/28/2025

Eastover will be closed on Monday 9/1 in observation of Labor Day! We will have normal weekend sick hours on Saturday & Sunday.

08/27/2025

Flu shots are here! Below are the flu clinic dates we have scheduled for now. Please call the office to schedule a flu clinic appointment for your child! 704-384-8800

9/3 PM
9/4 PM
9/5 AM
9/11 AM
9/12 PM
9/15 all day
9/18 PM
9/23 all day
9/26 all day

08/01/2025

August means it is back to school time! The summer break is coming to an end, and it's time to start preparing for a new academic year. Get ready to reunite with friends, meet new teachers, and dive into new subjects and activities! 📚🎓

07/24/2025

As a parent, you may wonder what goes into childhood vaccines—and that's a good thing. Asking questions means you're being thoughtful about your child's health. Let's take a look at the facts.

What ingredients are in vaccines?

All vaccines contain antigens. Antigens make vaccines work. They prompt the body to create the immune response needed to protect against infection. Antigens come in several forms. The form used in a vaccine is chosen because studies show it is the best way to protect against a particular infection.....

07/21/2025

With 23 years of experience, Dr. Boertje, a pediatric emergency room doctor at Novant Health Hemby Children's Hospital, has learned that asking the right questions — and truly listening to parents — is key to diagnosing and treating young patients quickly and effectively. He knows that parents often spot subtle clues before anyone else.

Take the story of a toddler with intermittent fussiness and vomiting. A concerned dad mentioned a symptom others might overlook, leading Dr. Boertje to identify a rare but serious intestinal condition — saving the child’s life.

Or Elijah, a 3-year-old who came into the pediatric ER critically ill with seizures and a high fever. Thanks to Dr. Boertje’s calm, clear communication, Elijah was diagnosed and treated promptly, going on to recover after a long PICU stay.

His fellow team members say Dr. Boertje balances urgency with compassion, simultaneously reassuring parents while racing against the clock to save their children.

Because in pediatric emergency care, you’re not just treating a child — you’re caring for a family in crisis.

07/11/2025

💉 How much do you really know about childhood vaccines?
Take this quick quiz to test your knowledge ➡️

As a measles outbreak takes hold in several U.S. communities, it's a good time to take the pulse of Americans and their views of vaccinating children against deadly diseases.

07/09/2025

Christmas in July Toy Drive 🎄☃️🦌🎅

Novant Health Hemby Children's Hospital