Pediatric Associates of Norwood & Franklin

03/31/2026

We’re excited to welcome Thong Ta, PNP to the Pediatric Associates of Norwood & Franklin (PANF) team!

Thong brings a strong academic background and a true passion for pediatric care. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst in 2018, followed by a Master of Public Health from Purdue University in 2021. He then continued his training at the MGH Institute of Health Professions, where he completed both his Bachelor and Master of Science in Nursing, graduating in 2025. He is board-certified as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner through the PNCB.

Thong’s clinical experience includes both outpatient and inpatient settings, with a focus on pediatric care. He has worked as an outpatient pediatric allergy nurse and as an inpatient nurse caring for children and young adults in medical-surgical units—giving him a well-rounded and thoughtful approach to patient care.

Most importantly, Thong is kind, dedicated, and genuinely excited to get to know our patients and families.

Please join us in giving him a warm PANF welcome—we’re so happy to have him on the team!

03/04/2026

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02/22/2026

Due to the anticipated winter storm ❄️, Pediatric Associates of Norwood & Franklin (PANF) will be closed tomorrow, Monday 2/23 to ensure the safety of our patients, families, and staff.

Our clinicians will remain available for urgent care needs throughout the day.
Please call our main office number, and our answering service will take your message and connect you with the covering clinician.

We hope you all stay safe, warm, and enjoy a cozy snow day with your families. Thank you for your understanding!

— The PANF Team ❤️

01/25/2026

❄️ Weather Update for Pediatric Associates of Norwood & Franklin Monday 1/26/2026

Due to the severe weather emergency expected tomorrow, Monday 1/26/26, both our Norwood and Franklin offices will be closed for in-person visits to help keep our families and staff safe and off the roads.

We will remain OPEN for care via TELEHEALTH throughout the day. 💻📞

Our clinical team will be available to evaluate and treat many common childhood illnesses from the safety of your home.

🩺 Conditions that are often appropriate for telehealth include:

Colds, coughs, and congestion
Sore throats
Ear pain
Pink eye
Rashes
Fevers
Vomiting or diarrhea (mild/moderate)
Urinary symptoms
Medication questions or refills
Follow-up questions or reassurance visits

☎️ How to reach us:
When you call our office, our answering service will take your name and call-back number and pass it along to our phone triage nursing team, who will contact you to help answer questions or schedule a telehealth appointment with one of our clinicians.
📱 Please note: our nurses and providers may be calling from private or blocked numbers, so we encourage you to answer any incoming calls.
📸 Sending images securely (if needed):
If you are calling about a rash, eye issue, or another concern where photos may help your clinician, and you are enrolled in Patient Gateway, you can securely send images directly to our clinical team to support your child’s telehealth evaluation.

💊 Pharmacy reminder:
If your child may need a prescription, please check with your local pharmacy to confirm they are open due to the storm. This will help avoid delays if your provider needs to send medication in for you.

🏠 Home safety reminder from our team:
Please take a moment to check your outside dryer vents and exhaust pipes to be sure they are not covered by snow, which can be a safety hazard. Clearing them can help prevent dangerous carbon monoxide buildup in your home.

❄️ Tips for kids playing outside:
We know kids love the snow! If they head outdoors:
Dress in layers, including hats, gloves, and waterproof boots
Take frequent breaks indoors to warm up
Change out of wet clothes right away
Watch for signs of frostbite (pale or numb skin)
Keep playtime shorter when temperatures or wind chills are very low

🧑‍⚕️ A reminder from our team:
We strongly encourage families to stay off the roads and avoid urgent care or ER visits for non-emergent concerns during the storm. Our pediatric clinicians and triage nurses are here and ready to help you from home.

🚨 If your child is experiencing a medical emergency, please go to the nearest emergency room or call 911.

Thank you for your understanding, flexibility, and for helping keep our community safe. We’re grateful to be able to care for your family — even on a snow day. ❄️❤️☃️

01/06/2026

A Message to Our Patients and Parents

Dear Patients and Parents,

We want to reassure you that our providers will continue to recommend childhood vaccinations according to the schedule supported by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). This schedule is based on many years of careful scientific research and ongoing review by pediatric experts.

The health and safety of your children is always our top priority. We are committed to providing care that is guided by strong medical evidence, nationally recognized best practices, and the most up-to-date pediatric guidance available.

As your trusted pediatric practice, we will continue to partner with families, answer questions, and make recommendations with your child’s well-being at the center of every decision.

Warm regards,
The Providers and Staff
Pediatric Associates of Norwood & Franklin, P.C.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from all of us at PANF!We wish you and your family a year filled with good health, happiness, and plenty of smiles. Thank you for allowing us to care for your children—it means more to us than you know. We look forward to seeing you in the year ahead. 🎆🎇

12/23/2025

Ugly Sweater day at PANF! Our team showed up in their ugliest (and coziest!) holiday sweaters today, and we loved every minute of it.

Wishing all of our PANF families a joyful holiday season filled with warmth, laughter, and good health. ❤️

12/10/2025

🌿 Integrative Medicine is Coming to Pediatric Associates of Norwood & Franklin!

We are excited to share that Dr. Danielle Lam has completed a prestigious fellowship in Integrative Medicine at The University of Arizona School of Medicine, one of the nation’s top programs in whole-person, evidence-based care.

Integrative Medicine blends the best of Western medicine with scientifically supported complementary therapies—helping families move beyond simply treating symptoms and instead caring for the whole child.

🌱 What Is Integrative Medicine?

It’s an approach that pairs traditional pediatric care with evidence-based complementary therapies, which may include:

• Mind–body tools
• Nutrition and lifestyle optimization
• Exercise and movement strategies
• Sleep support
• Supplements (when appropriate)
• Massage therapy
• Acupuncture
• Osteopathic manipulation

🔗 Learn more here: https://awcim.arizona.edu/health_hub/awcimagazine/what_is_integrative_medicine.html

🌟 Who May Benefit?

Children, teens, and young adults experiencing the following may find Integrative Medicine helpful:

ADHD • Anxiety • Asthma • Allergies • Chronic fatigue • Chronic pain • Depression • Eczema • Fibromyalgia • Frequent infections • Functional GI or bladder disorders • Headaches • High cholesterol • IBD • Joint inflammation • Insomnia • Musculoskeletal pain • PANS/PANDAS • POTS • Pre-/post-surgical care • Pre-diabetes • Thyroid concerns

📅 When Will Consults Begin?

Summer 2026
Dr. Lam looks forward to welcoming patients to this new service.

✨ Join the Waiting List

If you’re interested in learning more or want to be contacted when appointments open:

👉 Click here to sign up for updates
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D4FA9AA29ABF58-61189387-integrative #/

We are thrilled to bring this holistic, wellness-focused service to our PANF families—and we can’t wait to support your children’s health in this meaningful new way. 💚

Thank you for your interest in Pediatric Integrative Medicine with Dr. Danielle Lam at Pediatric Associates of Norwood & Franklin! We are in the beginning stages of developing this new program, which will offer a holistic and evidence-based approach to pediatric wellness by combining traditional med...

08/27/2025

Flu Vaccination Clinics Now Open for 2025–2026 Season!

We're excited to announce that we are now scheduling flu vaccination clinics at PANF. Please visit our website to book your appointment today:

www.panfpc.com

The CDC recommends that everyone 6 months and older, with rare exceptions, receive the flu vaccine each year. for more information click here https://www.cdc.gov/flu/season/2025-2026.html

All flu vaccines for the 2025–2026 season are trivalent, offering protection against three key flu viruses.

The CDC’s Advisory Committee (ACIP) recommends only single‑dose, thimerosal‑free formulations for everyone—including children, adults, and those who are pregnant.

Children ages 6 months through 8 years may need 2 doses, given 4 weeks apart—especially if it’s their first flu vaccine or they’ve only received one dose previously.

Ideally, vaccination should be completed before the end of October for full protection before flu season intensifies. We have both drive-thru and in-office clinics at both locations available for scheduling.

The 2024–2025 flu season was one of the most severe in recent years, with at least 216 pediatric deaths, the highest toll in about 15 years. Vaccination remains the most effective tool to prevent such devastating outcomes, especially for children and at-risk individuals.

How to schedule your flu vaccine:
• Visit our website: www.panfpc.com

Pediatric Medical Office in Norwood and Franklin MA, serving communities southwest of Boston. Pediatric Associates of Norwood & Franklin

08/22/2024

Flu vaccines for 2024-2025 season are beginning to arrive at PANF.
It takes about two weeks for antibodies to develop and provide protection against the flu, so all patients 6 months and older are encouraged to come in for the annual flu vaccine as soon as possible.

The SCHEDULING LINKS for Flu Vaccination Clinics can be found on our website: https://www.panfpc.com/

The seasonal flu vaccine protects against the influenza viruses that research indicates will be most common during the upcoming season.

All flu vaccines for the 2024-2025 season are trivalent in the United States. Trivalent flu vaccines are formulated to protect against three flu viruses (an A(H1N1) virus, an A(H3N2) virus, and a B/Victoria virus). Both trivalent and quadrivalent flu vaccines are expected to offer similar protection against the flu viruses they protect against. B/Yamagata flu viruses have not circulated in the population after March 2020, so protection from trivalent and quadrivalent flu vaccines is expected to be similar.

Getting the vaccine every year as soon as it becomes available provides optimal protection prior to the start of flu season.

Information for the prevention of influenza infection can be found here: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/prevent/prevention.htm

Information on similarities and differences between flu and Covid-19 can be found here: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/symptoms/flu-vs-covid19.htm

08/02/2024

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Mohga Behairy is joining the PANF clinical team! With extensive knowledge and experience in pediatrics, Dr. Behairy is a wonderful addition to our practice.

Dr. Behairy is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, underscoring her dedication to high-quality pediatric care. She earned her medical degree from the prestigious Nova Southeastern University and completed her residency at the renowned Cleveland Clinic, where she built a strong foundation in pediatrics. Her fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine further refined her specialized skills. She speaks English and Arabic.

Starting in October 2024, Dr. Behairy will begin seeing patients, bringing her expertise and compassion to our community. Please join us in giving her a warm welcome to the PANF family!

We are excited to work together to provide the best possible care for the children in our community. 💙

Please give us a call to schedule with Dr. Behairy.

08/02/2024

Please help if you can.

We have a critical need for food. We see reduced donations during the summer, and we don't have the backstock to get us through the month. Please consider dropping a box of cereal, can of vegetables or fruit, a box of pasta or spaghetti. Any little bit will make a difference. We have boxes at Shaws, Stop-n-Shop and behind the church at 150 Chapel St. Click here for a list of most needed items: https://www.norwoodpantry.org/donate-food