Christian Family Medicine - Kids Are Special Pediatrics

Christian Family Medicine - Kids Are Special Pediatrics Kids Are Special, a clinic owned by Christian Family Medicine & Pediatrics, offers a comprehensive ra

Christian Family Medicine offers both primary care and walk-in acute care at eight locations across West Tennessee and two in Middle Tennessee. Our clinics treat patients of all ages, from babies to the elderly. We also welcome patients of all income levels, including patients on TennCare. All clinics are certified as Rural Health Clinics, allowing them to provide greater access to health care to

Medicaid and Medicare patients. As certified Rural Health Clinics, we also know the unique challenges often faced by TennCare patients as they seek medical care.

01/13/2025

January is Thyroid Awareness Month, and at Christian Family Medicine, we’re here to help you take control of your thyroid health! We offer bloodwork for the Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) Test, which helps assess how well your thyroid is functioning. This test is often used to diagnose hyper- or hypothyroidism, conditions that can become more prevalent depending on age and other risk factors.

If you’ve been experiencing symptoms like fatigue, weight changes, or mood shifts, it may be time to check your thyroid. Schedule an appointment today! https://fastpacehealth.com/service/primary-care/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=FB&utm_campaign=Thyroid+awareness+month++

Happy New Year! ✨ Wishing you health, happiness, and success in the year ahead. Please note that we will be closed toda...
01/01/2025

Happy New Year! ✨ Wishing you health, happiness, and success in the year ahead. Please note that we will be closed today. We'll see you in the new year! 🎉

12/25/2024

Merry Christmas from all of us at Christian Family Medicine & Pediatrics! We hope your holiday season is filled with joy, love, and time spent with those you cherish most. ❤️

12/06/2024

Don’t Let Your Benefits Go to Waste! ⏳

Preventive care, like annual check-ups, physicals, and screenings, is often covered by your health insurer at no cost to you—but time’s ticking! Christian Family Medicine makes it easy with same-day and walk-in appointments. From urgent care needs to preventive services, we’re here to help you prioritize your health.

Step into the new year feeling healthier and worry-free! Walk-in or reserve your spot online today! https://fastpacehealth.com/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=FB&utm_campaign=times_ticking

Happy Thanksgiving! Our clinics are closed today to allow our team to celebrate, but we’ll be back open and ready to ser...
11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving! Our clinics are closed today to allow our team to celebrate, but we’ll be back open and ready to serve you tomorrow. Enjoy your holiday!

07/04/2024

🎆 Happy Independence Day! 🎉 We will be closed today in celebration, but will be reopening on July 5th! Stay safe, celebrate responsibly and enjoy the spirit of the holiday!

April is Alcohol Awareness MonthWe are recommending everyone have a ✔️ check in ✔️ with their relationship to alcohol th...
04/24/2024

April is Alcohol Awareness Month

We are recommending everyone have a ✔️ check in ✔️ with their relationship to alcohol this month. We live in stressful times. Like anything that can help us escape stress; eating, shopping/spending, exercising, screen time and drinking, too much of a good thing can lead to harmful side effects, misuse and possible addiction.

It's important to know the signs of Alcohol Use Disorder:

-Drinking more or longer than intended.
-Trying to cut down or stop drinking but not managing to do so.
-Spending a lot of time drinking, being sick, or getting over other aftereffects.
-Experiencing cravings, or a strong need to drink.
-Finding that drinking—or being sick from drinking—often interferes with taking care of your home or family, job, or school responsibilities.
-Continuing to drink even though it causes trouble with family or friends.
-Giving up or cutting back on activities that were important or interesting to you, or gave you pleasure, to drink.
-Getting into situations while or after drinking that increase your chances of getting hurt (such as driving, swimming, using machinery, walking in a dangerous area, or having unsafe s*x).
-Continuing to drink even though it was making you feel depressed or anxious or adding to another health problem.
-Having to drink much more to get the effect you want (tolerance).
-Experiencing withdrawal symptoms, such as trouble sleeping, shakiness, irritability, anxiety, depression, restlessness, nausea, or sweating, when the effects of alcohol were wearing off.

If you or a loved one are struggling with alcohol use and need support, there are many resources available! Contact your primary care provider or our behavioral health team for resources and support: https://fastpacehealth.com/service/behavioral-health/

Other resources:
If you are supporting someone with alcohol use: https://al-anon.org/
If you are struggling with your alcohol use: https://www.aa.org/
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
SAMHSA’s National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357) is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations.

In honor of National Counseling Awareness Month, we would love to take the opportunity to introduce you to some of the m...
04/22/2024

In honor of National Counseling Awareness Month, we would love to take the opportunity to introduce you to some of the members of our Behavioral Health team!

Today we are introducing Dr. Danyelle Brooks, LPC, Behavioral Health therapist. Dr. Brooks works with children and teens and loves to serve the LGBTQIA+ community. Based in Tennessee, Dr. Brooks provides virtual behavioral health therapy. We are so glad to have her experience and care as part of our Behavioral Health team. 💙

At Fast Pace Health, our Behavioral Health team is here to support your mental health. 🧠 Our team of caring and professional licensed clinical counselors and psychiatric nurse practitioners will help determine your needs and get you the support you require, whether that be medication, counseling, or a combination of the two. You are not alone! Connect with us today to get the support you or a loved one may be in need of: https://fastpacehealth.com/service/behavioral-health/

In honor of National Counseling Awareness Month, we would love to take the opportunity to introduce you to some of the m...
04/19/2024

In honor of National Counseling Awareness Month, we would love to take the opportunity to introduce you to some of the members of our Behavioral Health team!

Today we are highlighting Erica Flake, PMHNP. Erica loves working with children, teens and trauma victims. She works remotely with the Behavioral Health team, providing services in Mississippi. Erica entered the medical field as an EMT and continued her schooling to become a Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

Erica is passionate about rural healthcare. In her words, "Rural healthcare is about us. It is our families, our friends, and their future. We need to care for our families and our community. They are our legacy."

We are so glad to have Erica's experience and care as part of our Behavioral Health team. 💙

At Fast Pace Health, our Behavioral Health team is here to support your mental health. 🧠 Our team of caring and professional licensed clinical counselors and psychiatric nurse practitioners will help determine your needs and get you the support you require, whether that be medication, counseling, or a combination of the two. You are not alone! Connect with us today to get the support you or a loved one may be in need of: https://fastpacehealth.com/service/behavioral-health/

In honor of National Counseling Awareness Month, we would love to take the opportunity to introduce you to some of the m...
04/17/2024

In honor of National Counseling Awareness Month, we would love to take the opportunity to introduce you to some of the members of our Behavioral Health team!

Today we are introducing Trisha Darling, LCSW. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Trisha works in a counseling capacity with patients of all ages.

Trisha is a graduate of the University of Michigan- Flint, and Wayne State University. When she's not working, Trisha enjoys camping and spending time with her family and her two energetic Boston Terriers!

We are so glad to have her experience and care as part of our Behavioral Health team. 💙

At Fast Pace Health, our Behavioral Health team is here to support your mental health. 🧠 Our team of caring and professional licensed clinical counselors and psychiatric nurse practitioners will help determine your needs and get you the support you require, whether that be medication, counseling, or a combination of the two. You are not alone! Connect with us today to get the support you or a loved one may be in need of: https://fastpacehealth.com/service/behavioral-health/

📝✨ Today marks National Healthcare Decisions Day. 📝✨ This nationwide initiative was created to empower individuals to ex...
04/16/2024

📝✨ Today marks National Healthcare Decisions Day. 📝✨

This nationwide initiative was created to empower individuals to express their wishes regarding healthcare decisions through advance directives.

Why is this important?

🕊️ Peace of Mind: Knowing your healthcare preferences are documented ensures your wishes are respected, even if you're unable to communicate them yourself.

👊 Empowerment: It gives you control over your healthcare future, allowing you to outline exactly what medical actions should be taken in case of a health crisis.

👪 Ease for Loved Ones: It relieves your family and friends from the burden of making difficult decisions during emotional times, knowing they're following your wishes.

👨‍⚕️ 👩‍⚕️ Clarity for Healthcare Providers: It provides clear instructions to healthcare professionals, ensuring your medical treatment aligns with your values and desires.

How to Participate:

💻 Learn: Educate yourself about what advance directives entail. They can include living wills, healthcare power of attorney, and more.

🗣️ Discuss: Have open conversations with your loved ones about your healthcare preferences. It's a crucial step in ensuring everyone understands your wishes.

📝 Document: Put your decisions in writing. Templates and resources are available to guide you through the process.

✉️ Share: Inform your healthcare providers and family about your advance directive. Make sure a copy is easily accessible.

National Healthcare Decisions Day is not about planning for the end; it's about taking control of your health journey and ensuring your voice is heard, always. 💙

In honor of National Counseling Awareness Month, we would love to take the opportunity to introduce you to some of the m...
04/15/2024

In honor of National Counseling Awareness Month, we would love to take the opportunity to introduce you to some of the members of our Behavioral Health team!

Today we are introducing Heather Linton, PMHNP-BC. Heather brings a background in Inpatient Crisis Stabilization and Detox and Outpatient Psychiatry, across the lifespan. She loves working with children and adolescents. She brings personal and professional experience to her practice. Based in Tennessee, Heather provides virtual behavioral health services, and feels that providing this specialty in rural areas that lack easy access and resources make the work very rewarding. We are so glad to have her experience and care as part of our Behavioral Health team. 💙

At Fast Pace Health, our Behavioral Health team is here to support your mental health. 🧠 Our team of caring and professional licensed clinical counselors and psychiatric nurse practitioners will help determine your needs and get you the support you require, whether that be medication, counseling, or a combination of the two. You are not alone! Connect with us today to get the support you or a loved one may be in need of: https://fastpacehealth.com/service/behavioral-health/

In honor of National Counseling Awareness Month, we would love to take the opportunity to introduce you to some of the m...
04/11/2024

In honor of National Counseling Awareness Month, we would love to take the opportunity to introduce you to some of the members of our Behavioral Health team!

Today we are introducing Samantha Walker Burns, PMHNP-BC. Samantha works with patients in psychiatry across the lifespan. She is passionate about helping children and adolescents and brings 11 years of experience working with all age groups in a variety of inpatient, residential and outpatient behavioral health settings. We are so glad to have her experience and care as part of our Behavioral Health team. 💙

At Fast Pace Health, our Behavioral Health team is here to support your mental health. 🧠 Our team of caring and professional licensed clinical counselors and psychiatric nurse practitioners will help determine your needs and get you the support you require, whether that be medication, counseling, or a combination of the two. You are not alone! Connect with us today to get the support you or a loved one may be in need of: https://fastpacehealth.com/service/behavioral-health/

🌍 Celebrate World Health Day | April 7th 🌍At Fast Pace Health we aim to create a healthier, happier world by: 1. Promoti...
04/07/2024

🌍 Celebrate World Health Day | April 7th 🌍

At Fast Pace Health we aim to create a healthier, happier world by:

1. Promoting healthier lifestyles and wellness activities for every age.
2. Raising awareness about health issues and the importance of healthcare access.
3. Supporting mental health and well-being, recognizing it as crucial to overall health.
4. Encouraging preventive measures, like regular check-ups and screenings, to maintain optimal health.

✔️ A Healthy Tip for World Health Day:
Take a moment to assess your health. Are you keeping up with your health check-ups? Eating balanced meals? Staying active? Prioritizing your mental health? Remember, small changes can lead to big impacts on your health and well-being 💙

Fast Pace Health is here to support your health journey every step of the way. Visit us for comprehensive care tailored to you and your family’s needs. Because everyone deserves to live their healthiest life. https://fastpacehealth.com/

🌿 Embrace Nature, Embrace Well-being 🌿Did you know that stepping outside and immersing yourself in the natural world is ...
04/04/2024

🌿 Embrace Nature, Embrace Well-being 🌿

Did you know that stepping outside and immersing yourself in the natural world is one of the simplest yet most effective ways to boost your physical and mental health? At Fast Pace Health, we're big believers in the power of nature to heal, restore, and rejuvenate. Here's why you should make connecting with nature a priority:

🧠 1. Boosts Mental Health: Nature walks or simply spending time in green spaces can significantly reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. The serene environment promotes relaxation and helps clear your mind.

☀️ 2. Enhances Physical Health: Outdoor activities like hiking, walking, or cycling improve cardiovascular health, enhance muscle strength, and support weight management. Plus, sunlight is a natural source of Vitamin D, essential for bone health and immune function.

🔋 3. Improves Focus and Creativity: Disconnecting from digital devices and engaging with the natural world can improve concentration, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Nature's tranquility allows your mind to rest, recharge, and explore new ideas.

💕 4. Encourages Social Interaction: Outdoor activities often involve family, friends, or community groups, fostering social connections and shared experiences that are vital for emotional well-being.

🌎 5. Promotes Environmental Stewardship: Connecting with nature increases our appreciation for the environment, inspiring us to protect and preserve our planet.

🌳 This weekend, challenge yourself to spend a few hours outdoors. Whether it's a walk in the park, a day hike, or simply reading a book under a tree, notice how much better you feel.

Nature is calling, will you accept the invitation? 🌱🌺🌼🍃

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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Welcome to Kids Are Special, a clinic owned by Christian Family Medicine & Pediatrics. Kids Are Special is a place where children come first, and where Shelbyville pediatricians and patients work together to provide exceptional medical care for kids in the Shelbyville area. We pride ourselves on providing compassionate, comprehensive services to children from birth through adolescence, and we're glad you've chosen us as your child's medical home.

We know how hectic life can be and are committed to making our practice convenient and accessible for your family. We want you to feel confident that when you choose Kids Are Special as your child's primary physician, you're working with professionals who are qualified, experienced and caring. We do this by equipping you with the support and resources you need to make the most educated decisions about your child's health.

We want to thank you for choosing Kids Are Special for your child's medical care. We can assure you that you'll feel confident in our ability to meet and exceed all of your expectations. Please call our Shelbyville office if you have any questions or to schedule an appointment.