Jose F Alvarado and Associates, P.A.

09/09/2025

Flu Vaccines are now in stock. Call to make a nurse appointment. We also have our annual Saturday Flu Clinic planned for Oct 11th 8AM - 11:30AM

Flu vaccine is highly recommended for all our patients older than 6 months.

09/05/2025

Vaccines save lives and are amongst our greatest healthcare advancements. Our office firmly stands behind childhood vaccines. We fully support the Academy of Pediatrics vaccination schedule which relies on solid scientific research and true expert guidance.

09/04/2025

Only introduces risks for harm. We heavily discourage the use of these.

Today’s tip is all about Amber Teething Jewelry.

❌ Amber teething necklaces and bracelets may be marketed as natural remedies for teething pain, but they are not safe AND they don’t work.

⚠️ The risks are serious:
• Beads can break off and pose a choking hazard.
• Strangulation can occur if a necklace catches during sleep or play.
• There is no scientific evidence amber provides any pain relief — Succinic acid (the compound claimed to help) has no analgesic effect, and would only be released if amber were heated to ~370°F.

👉 The AAP and FDA both strongly warn against amber teething jewelry.

✅ Safer ways to help soothe teething pain include:
• Gently massaging baby’s gums.
• Offering firm rubber teething rings (not frozen) from reputable sellers.
• Asking your pediatrician about pain relief options when needed.

There is absolutely no safe or effective reason for a baby to wear amber teething jewelry. Stick to methods proven to soothe while keeping little ones safe.

AAP: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/teething-tooth-care/Pages/Amber-Teething-Necklaces.aspx
FDA: https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/safely-soothing-teething-pain-infants-and-children

09/01/2025

Our office is closed today in celebration of Labor Day. Wishing everyone a safe, happy and healthy holiday weekend! Our office will re-open Tuesday September 2nd for normal business hours.

08/06/2025

We’re excited and honored to announce that our office has been voted best pediatrician in Wicomico County in 2025! Thank you to all our wonderful families and to all those who voted with Coastal Style Magazine! We love serving this great community.

07/25/2025

If your child’s well check was more than 3 months ago, please schedule a sports physical so we can complete any needed forms. Staying up to date with your child’s medical history is our GOAL. If a sports physical visit is not accepted with your child’s insurance, we will charge a cash price of $40. Please reach out with any questions!

07/16/2025

On Wednesdays we wear pink!

07/04/2025

Wishing everyone a healthy, safe and fun 4th of July! 🎆 🇺🇸

06/16/2025

60 Percent Off Infant formula and diapers at local rite aids as they are closing store locations.

06/15/2025

Celebrating all the fathers and father figures today! Happy Father’s Day!

05/30/2025

Our office is closed today so we can move to our new location at 600 Glen Avenue, Unit 103, Salisbury, MD 21804. For any urgent concerns, families can call our nurse triage service today except for a short time from 11 am until likely 1 pm.

We are excited to see patients at our new location starting Monday, June 2nd!

05/26/2025

This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave. May their courage never be forgotten.

Wishing everyone a safe and healthy Memorial Day. We will resume normal business hours on 5/27/25.