Wayne Pediatrics

11/13/2025

We recently attended the Detroit Youth Health Expo, where local students had the opportunity to explore careers in medicine. Thank you to Dr. Colleen Buggs-Saxton for leading an interactive diabetes awareness activity and sharing her expertise as a pediatric endocrinologist 💡

11/07/2025

Medical students at the Wayne State University School of Medicine are driving meaningful conversations about professionalism and social responsibility in healthcare! Supported by Dr. Laura Benjamins, Wayne Pediatrics Adolescent Medicine physician, Noor Ghanam, Marta Haireek, and Alice Werynski presented their research at the MERI Conference, exploring:

📌 Opportunities for Professionalism Training: Social Media Use and Perceptions among Medical Students
📌 The Influence of Documentaries on Medical Students’ Understanding and Social Responsibility: Environmental Justice as an Ethical Framework

We are proud to see innovation and advocacy shaping the future of medicine!

11/04/2025

11/04/2025

Wayne Pediatrics recently partnered with the Barney McCosky Athletic League to provide free sports physicals for their athletes in Detroit! A huge thank you to our incredible team and Wayne State University School of Medicine medical students for helping these athletes begin a successful season! 💪🏀

11/03/2025

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11/03/2025

For our Trunk or Treat event, our team members dressed in fun costumes to greet patients and hand out candy 🍭Can you guess each costume? Let us know in the comments!

10/30/2025

Trunk or Treat is happening today at our office! Swing by after school pickup for a festive celebration with candy, snacks, and costumes. 🍬✨

📍Location: Wayne Pediatrics, 400 Mack Avenue
⌚Time: 3:00-5:00 PM

10/29/2025

Celebrating Medical Assistants Appreciation Week gave us a meaningful opportunity to recognize the contributions of our MA team. From welcoming patients to supporting clinical workflows, our MA's bring skill, consistency, and a thoughtful approach to every interaction 💫

10/21/2025

Earlier this year, we joined the WISE Women's Innovative Social Enterprise Partnership's Community Solutions Summit, where our Interim Chair, Dr. Ayers, spoke alongside other changemakers about the power of interdisciplinary collaboration. These conversations continue to shape our work, as we remain committed to advancing social equity through health.

10/09/2025

Happy National Primary Care Week!
Today we recognize our primary care physicians for delivering accessible, high-quality care to our patients. 🩺

At Wayne Pediatrics, we’re proud to advance a mission rooted in exceptional standards, community outreach, and service. Health is critical to building strong communities, and primary care plays a key role in making that possible.👩‍⚕️

10/08/2025

The Breakthrough T1D Walk was a powerful show of solidarity 💙We’re deeply grateful to all the T1D champions, families, and advocates who were in attendance!

As the event’s screening partner, we were honored to connect with those who visited our tent. Thank you Breakthrough T1D - Michigan and Northern Ohio Chapter for creating spaces that uplift and unite ✨ Special thanks to Dr. Buggs-Saxton for championing T1D screening and driving impact, and to our amazing team of Wayne State University students and medical professionals who showed up with a spirit of service.

Together, we made a difference. 💪

Wayne State University School of Medicine

10/02/2025

Want to strengthen your bond with your child and reduce parenting stress? 👪 Join Attachment Vitamins, a FREE 8-session parent group for families with children ages 0–5 (Wayne Pediatrics patients only).

Hosted by our Early Child Support Clinic, this session will help you:
✅ Learn how young children grow, feel, and connect
✅ Discover supportive parenting strategies
✅ Receive up to $100 in gift cards for participating!

Dates: Tuesdays, Oct 21 – Dec 9, 2025
Time: 10am–12pm
Location: Wayne Pediatrics ECSC (Suite 2)

Register Here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=yd4c5R2BHUe75t09jVTCixQgoOeQjzlDnDFWFyC1bVpUMkc0SDlFNDkwNklTUjIxMkY4RjBCS09RQy4u&origin=QRCode

Spots are limited - sign up today!
Child must be a Wayne Pediatrics patient to participate.