St. Clair Pediatrics

08/04/2025

Is Your Child Ready for Back-to-School? Don't Skip the Physical! 🩺

It’s almost time to trade in swimsuits for school clothes. As you check off your back-to-school list, make sure a comprehensive physical is at the top!

While urgent care centers and general practice clinics offer convenience, we want to explain why choosing a pediatric specialist matters for this crucial appointment.

Why Choose St. Clair Pediatrics for Your Child’s School Physical?

A school physical is more than just signing a form—it’s an essential check-in on your child’s growth, development, and overall health.

🥇 The Pediatric Advantage:

We Know Your Child's History: A pediatrician knows your child's medical history, including past illnesses, allergies, and chronic conditions. We don't just ask about their health; we understand their health journey.

Specialized Expertise: We are experts in child and adolescent health. We look beyond the basic requirements to address age-specific concerns, developmental milestones, and emotional well-being.

Continuity of Care: A physical with your regular pediatrician ensures all required vaccinations are up-to-date and that we have a plan for managing ongoing issues like asthma or ADHD.

A Caution About Urgent Care & General Practice

While they can be convenient, relying on an urgent care center or a provider who doesn't specialize in pediatrics can be risky:

❌ Lack of Context: A provider who doesn't know your child's history may miss important details or underlying issues.
❌ Rushed Exams: Urgent care physicals are often focused only on the checklist requirements, without the comprehensive review that a pediatrician provides.
❌ No Follow-Up: If something is found, you're often referred to another doctor, delaying the care your child needs.

Don’t settle for a quick sign-off. Choose St. Clair Pediatrics for a comprehensive physical that prioritizes your child's long-term health.

Book your child's school physical with St. Clair Pediatrics today and start the new school year with peace of mind.

📞 Call us to schedule at (618) 624-9970
💻 Book online: https://www.stclairpediatrics.com

07/09/2025

🌟 What an incredible day at St. Clair Pediatrics! 🌟

On July 7th 2025, we had the pleasure of welcoming a very special guest — Zoe Rasley, who spent the day as our honorary employee. From the moment she arrived, Zoe brought so much joy, enthusiasm, and kindness to our team and our patients.

She eagerly helped with activities, shared big smiles, and showed what true compassion looks like. Zoe’s positive energy reminded us all of why we do what we do — to make a difference, one smile at a time.

A huge thank you to Zoe for spending her day with us and for inspiring everyone with her warmth and enthusiasm. You truly brightened our pediatric family today! 💖✨

07/02/2025

Red, white, and BOOM! 🇺🇸 The staff at St Clair Pediatrics is wishing you a fun and festive 4th of July. As you plan for a long weekend of celebration, please note our holiday hours:

🎆 CLOSED for the Holiday Weekend:
Friday, July 4th & Saturday, July 5th

✅ REOPENING on Monday, July 7th for our regular business hours.

If a medical emergency arises, please call 911. For urgent matters that need a provider's attention before we reopen, please call our main number and follow the prompts to reach our on-call physician.

Enjoy the fireworks and the family time!

06/15/2025

Happy Father's Day to all the amazing dads, granddads, stepdads, and father figures in our St. Clair Pediatrics community!

Today, we celebrate you. You are the masters of piggyback rides, the fixers of broken toys, and the brave monster-checkers at bedtime. You are the coaches on the sidelines, the patient teachers of new skills, and the steady, calming presence during a late-night fever.

Here at our practice, we have a front-row seat to the incredible love and dedication you show. We see it when you hold a little hand in the waiting room, when you ask thoughtful questions during a check-up, and when you celebrate every healthy milestone with pride.

Thank you for being a hero, a role model, and a cornerstone of your child's well-being. Your strength, patience, and love help grow healthy, happy, and resilient kids.

We hope your day is filled with joy, laughter, and a little well-deserved rest.

Warmly,

The Providers and Staff at St. Clair

05/26/2025

Families and Community,

This Memorial Day, the team at St. Clair Pediatrics pauses with heartfelt gratitude to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

Their courage and dedication protect the freedoms we cherish, allowing our children to grow up in a world of opportunity and peace. We also hold in our thoughts the families who carry the memory of these heroes every day.

May this day be a time for reflection, remembrance, and appreciation for the profound sacrifices made for us all.

Wishing you a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

Warmly,
The Team at St.Clair Pediatrics

04/20/2025

Happy Easter from your friends at St. Clair Pediatrics! 🐣🌷

Today is all about sunshine, smiles, and the joy of watching little ones hunt for Easter treasures! ❤️ We hope your family's day is filled with laughter, warmth, and plenty of delicious treats (we know those chocolate bunnies are calling!). 🍫😅

Here at St. Clair Pediatrics, the Easter season reminds us so much of the growth and new beginnings we see in your children every day. It’s a special time to appreciate the little moments and blossoming personalities!

Your children brighten our days and we're so grateful you trust us with their care. You're all part of our extended family! 🙏

Wishing every family in our St. Clair Pediatrics community a wonderful, joy-filled Easter, however you choose to celebrate!

04/05/2025

Important Update Regarding Our Columbia Location

Dear St Clair Pediatrics Families,

We're sharing an important update: Our Columbia, IL office will be closing effective April 30, 2025.

This strategic decision allows us to consolidate operations and focus resources to continue providing the high-quality care you expect.

Here's what you need to know:

• Our Swansea office remains fully open! We look forward to seeing you there.

• Continuity of Care: Your child's medical records are secure and fully accessible at Swansea. The transition will be smooth.

• Familiar Faces: Dr. Greg Garrison, Dr. Joseph Daesch, Dr. Michael Hunt, and CPNP Paige Atling will continue seeing patients at the Swansea location.

• Scheduling: Please schedule all future appointments (well-child, sick visits, etc.) at our Swansea office.

📞 To schedule in Swansea, call: (618) 624-9970
💻 More Info: www.stclairpediatrics.com

We deeply value the trust you've placed in us, especially our Columbia families. We understand this is an adjustment and appreciate your understanding. We're excited to continue caring for your children at our Swansea location!

Please call us with any questions.

Sincerely,
The St. Clair Pediatrics Team

02/18/2025

🌨️ **Important Announcement from St Clair Pediatrics** 🌨️

Dear Patients and Families,

Due to inclement weather, St Clair Pediatrics will be closed today to ensure the safety of our staff and families. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

We will continue to monitor weather conditions to keep you inform. Please stay safe and warm!

Thank you for your understanding.

💙 The St Clair Pediatrics Team

01/10/2025

01/10/2025

Important Update for St. Clair Pediatrics Families.

Dear families and patients, Due to inclement weather in our area, St. Clair Pediatrics will be closed this morning. We prioritize your safety and well-being. We do plan to reopen at 1 PM once its safe.

Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe out there!

Warm regards,
The St. Clair Pediatrics Team

01/06/2025

🌨️ **Important Announcement from St Clair Pediatrics** 🌨️

Dear Patients and Families,

Due to inclement weather, St Clair Pediatrics will be closed tomorrow to ensure the safety of our staff and families. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

We are happy to inform you that we will reopen the following day to continue providing care for your little ones. Please stay safe and warm!

Thank you for your understanding.

💙 The St Clair Pediatrics Team

12/26/2024

Merry Christmas from all of us at St. Clair Pediatrics.

Here's to a healthy and joyous holiday season.