Wellcare Pediatrics

10/31/2025

Wishing all our little ghosts, goblins, and superheroes a safe and spooky night filled. Have a Happy Halloween filled with fun costumes, sweet treats, and lots of smiles.🧡🎃 Trick-or-treat safely!

10/24/2025

Allied Telehealth makes quality care just a click away! Whether it’s a sick visit, a follow-up, or a quick question, our providers are here for your family, providing care wherever you are! 📍🧡 https://bit.ly/4nvKRVx

10/22/2025

Happy Medical Assistants Week! 🧡 We’re so grateful for our incredible MAs who keep our office running smoothly and our patients cared for with compassion every single day. Thank you for all you do! ✨

10/21/2025

Let’s hear it for the moms — making magic 🔮🪄(and managing mayhem) all year long. Spooky season’s got nothing on you! 🎃 👻

10/20/2025

Wishing our patients, families, and community a very Happy Diwali! May this Festival of Lights bring you good health, happiness, and prosperity. 🪔💛

10/16/2025

We’re thrilled to share that Allied Physicians Group has received SIX nominations in this year’s Best of Long Island competition! 🎉 We’re honored to be recognized by Long Islanders for our compassion, care, and commitment to families across our communities. Don’t forget, you can vote once per day in each category! Cast your votes here: https://bit.ly/2026BOLIVoting 🗳️ Let’s bring home the win together!

10/14/2025

Join Allied on Wednesday, October 29th, for an evening of creativity and connection at The Next Chapter LI during their Poetry, Fiction & Creative Nonfiction Night!
Come support Park Pediatrics’ very own Dr. Daniel and Dr. Eugene Friedman as they share independent poetry readings. It’s a wonderful opportunity to listen, connect, and celebrate the creative side of our Allied physicians. 📚 We hope to see you there! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3KP4wBF

10/14/2025

Did you know that over 50% of infants will experience diaper rash in their first 15 months? But knowing how to treat it effectively can help soothe your baby and make changing time more comfortable for both of you!

This expert guide dives into common health issues like infant jaundice, baby fever, and even ear infections, so you’re always prepared when your little one needs you most.

Read the article now to help your baby stay happy and healthy: https://bit.ly/4ps3mvE

10/11/2025

A little spooky, a lot of smiles 😆! Our office is full of visitors… and maybe even a ghost or two 👻🧡✨

10/08/2025

Parenthood comes with a lot of questions, and we’re here to help! 💬🧡
Allied Telehealth isn’t just for sick visits; it’s also a great way to connect with a trusted pediatrician for questions, especially when you have a newborn! Whether you’re a first-time parent learning the ins and outs of parenthood or just need reassurance, Allied Telehealth makes it easy to connect with your pediatrician for advice and guidance. Schedule a Telehealth visit today: https://bit.ly/4nvKRVx

10/01/2025

Wishing our patients, families, and community a meaningful Yom Kippur. May this day of reflection bring peace, health, and renewal. Wishing you an easy fast 🧡

09/24/2025

By 6 months, many babies are ready to experiment with solid baby foods like pureed veggies and fruits. 🥕 Curious about other exciting baby milestones to look forward to? This month-by-month guide shows you what’s next and reminds you to enjoy every moment!.

Be prepared for your baby’s exciting first year with tips, infant growth charts, and more at: https://bit.ly/4gCoxad

Your baby’s first year is an exciting journey filled with remarkable growth. From developing critical motor skills to those priceless first steps, each month brings new challenges and discoveries.

09/23/2025

With recent changes to vaccine recommendations, we’re here to help you understand what they mean for your family. 👪

The American Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) met last week and voted on updates to the national vaccine schedule. Two key areas were reviewed:
• Update on MMRV (Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella) Vaccine Procedure
• Update on COVID-19 Vaccination Procedure

1️⃣ Update on MMRV (Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella) Vaccine Procedure
🟠 What stays the same:
• Children should still receive vaccines for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, and Chickenpox at 12 months and again at 4 years old.
🟠 What’s changing:
• At 12 months, children should receive separate MMR and Varicella (chickenpox) vaccines instead of the combination MMRV vaccine. (Many physicians were already following this procedure)
• The MMRV combination vaccine is now only recommended for children age 4 and up.
🟠 Bottom line:
MMR and Varicella vaccines are safe, effective, and essential for children's health. These vaccines will continue to be widely available and covered by insurance.

2️⃣ Update on COVID-19 Vaccination Procedure
The ACIP updated its recommendation to allow for more individual choice based on medical advice. This guidance is broader than the procedure the FDA issued earlier this summer.
🟠 What stays the same:
• Children ages 6 months to 17 years: COVID-19 vaccination should be based on shared decision-making between families and healthcare providers.
• Adults over 65 and people with high-risk conditions continue to benefit most from getting the vaccine.
• The vaccine is covered by government programs and most private insurance.
🟠 What’s changing:
• Adults ages 18–64 no longer have a general recommendation to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Instead, they should decide based on a conversation with their healthcare provider.
🟠 What Other Leading Organizations Are Saying:
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP):
• Recommends the COVID-19 vaccine for:
• All infants 6–23 months
• All high-risk children ages 6 months–18 years
• Any child whose parent wants them vaccinated
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG):
• Recommends COVID-19 vaccination for:
• Anyone who is pregnant, planning pregnancy, postpartum, or breastfeeding
New York State (NYS):
• Anyone who wants a COVID-19 vaccine can get one
• Pharmacists can give the vaccine without a prescription
🟠 Bottom Line:
• In New York State, anyone who wants a COVID-19 vaccine can receive it.
• The vaccine offers strong protection — especially for:
• Infants under age 2
• Adults over 65
• High-risk individuals (heart disease, diabetes, asthma, weakened immune systems)
• Anyone seeking extra protection is encouraged to get vaccinated.

09/22/2025

As Rosh Hashanah begins, we wish our families and community health, happiness, and peace in the year ahead. 🍎✨ Shanah Tovah!

09/19/2025

Wondering what the latest vaccine updates from Washington mean? Our Allied pediatricians have you covered. 🧡💉
This week, the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) updated guidance for the MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) and Varicella (Chicken Pox) vaccines:

🟠 What stays the same
• Vaccines for MMR and Chicken Pox are still recommended at 12 months and 4 years.

🟠 What’s changing
• At 12 months, children should now receive separate MMR and Chicken Pox vaccines.
• The combination MMRV vaccine is recommended only for children ages 4 and up.

🟠 Why?
Giving the combined MMRV at the 12-month visit may have a minimal increased risk of febrile seizure. While the risk is very small, the ACIP now recommends the separate MMR and Chicken Pox vaccines to be given at the 12-month visit

🟠 Bottom line: MMR and Varicella vaccines remain safe, effective, and essential for your child’s health, and they continue to be covered by insurance. Have questions? Your Allied pediatrician is here to guide you through every update.

09/16/2025

That’s our cue 😉🩺

Say less…we’ve got you covered! Your child’s health and happiness come first! 🧡✨

09/15/2025

This September, we honor the strength of young patients and their families during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. 💛 Together, we stand with them and continue working toward brighter, healthier futures.