Florida Pediatric Group

17/07/2025

Plan your weekend: 7 fun things to do in Brevard for July 18 through 24

Hot Pink, Yacht Rock and a Magic and Dog show top our list of fun things to do on the Space Coast this weekend.

03/07/2025

Happy 4th of July

🎆 4th of July Safety Tips for Kids! 🇺🇸
From Florida Pediatric Group – Keeping Your Family Safe & Celebrating Bright

🔥 Section 1: Fireworks Safety

• ❌ Leave fireworks to the pros—watch from a safe distance!
• ⚠️ Sparklers burn hotter than 1,200°F—avoid allowing kids to handle them.
• 💦 Keep a bucket of water or hose nearby, and never relight duds.

🌞 Section 2: Sun & Heat Protection

• ☀️ Apply SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours—especially after swimming/sweating.
• 👒 Dress children in light, breathable clothes and wide-brimmed hats.
• 💧 Take breaks in the shade and encourage frequent hydration.

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🍉 Section 3: Picnic & Food Safety

• 🧼 Wash hands before meals.
• 🍇 Cut hotdogs, grapes, berries into halves or quarters to prevent choking.
• ❄️ Keep perishable foods chilled until serving.

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🏖️ Section 4: Water Safety

• 👀 Always watch kids closely near pools, lakes, or the ocean.
• 🦺 Use Coast Guard-approved life jackets near open water.
• 🚫 Swim only in designated, supervised areas.

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👂 Section 5: Noise Protection

• 🎧 Fireworks are loud—consider noise-canceling headphones for young ears.
• 🧸 Bring comforting toys or watch the display from indoors if necessary.

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🚗 Section 6: Travel & Grill Safety

• ✅ Buckle up for every ride, no matter how short.
• ⚠️ Keep kids clear of grills, fire pits, and hot surfaces.

• Celebrate Safely, Florida! ❤️
• From our pediatric family to yours—Happy Independence Day!
• 📞 Call us anytime or visit: www.floridapediatricgroup.com
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Exceptional Pediatric Care at Florida Pediatric Group. From Newborns to Adolescents, We Offer Well-Child Visits, Sick Care, Immunizations, and More. Call Us Today!

03/07/2025

https://www.floridatoday.com/story/entertainment/2025/06/25/july-4-fourth-brevard-guide-to-fireworks-concerts-picnics-parade-melbourne-cocoa-titusville-near-me/84166180007/?

From dazzling fireworks to free concerts and picnics, here's your guide to Fourth of July celebrations across the Space Coast.

03/07/2025

Plan your weekend: 7 fun things to do in Brevard for July 4 though 10

Stephen Marley concert, Science Sunday and free nature tours top our list of fun things to do on the Space Coast this weekend.

27/06/2025

Have questions in the middle of the night? 🌙👶
We’ve got you covered! Our website features a trusted educational library licensed from the American Academy of Pediatrics, offering professionally written articles on newborn and children’s health topics.

Accessible 24/7 — even when our office is closed — so you can get expert answers anytime you need them.

📚 Visit us online and explore peace of mind at your fingertips!

26/06/2025

Have questions in the middle of the night? 🌙👶
We’ve got you covered! Our website features a trusted educational library licensed from the American Academy of Pediatrics, offering professionally written articles on newborn and children’s health topics.

Accessible 24/7 — even when our office is closed — so you can get expert answers anytime you need them.

📚 Visit us online and explore peace of mind at your fingertips!

14/06/2025

Happy Father’s Day Weekend! 💙

This weekend, we celebrate all the amazing fathers—and the devoted mothers—who do everything to care for their children. At Florida Pediatric Group, we’re honored to partner with parents who show unwavering love, strength, and commitment every single day.

To every parent going above and beyond—you are truly appreciated.

Wishing you a joyful and meaningful Father’s Day weekend from all of us at Florida Pediatric Group! 👨‍👧‍👦💙👩‍👧‍👦

04/06/2025

Pertussis (Whooping Cough) Alert

We recently diagnosed a case of pertussis (whooping cough) in a 5-month-old unvaccinated infant. The diagnosis was first suspected after the parents shared a video showing the infant’s cough. A rapid blood count done in our office supported the suspicion, and treatment was started immediately. Confirmatory testing later came back positive.

This is the first case of pertussis I’ve seen since my residency at Stony Brook University Hospital in New York back in 1987. It’s a powerful reminder of the importance of clinical vigilance—especially in young infants, who are at higher risk for serious complications—and the vital role of timely vaccination.

While we strongly support vaccination, we remain fully committed to providing expert, compassionate care to all children, including those who are unvaccinated.

— Dr. Farid

01/06/2025

🏠👶 Recognized for Excellence – Certified Patient-Centered Medical Home 👶🏠
At Florida Pediatric Group, we’re proud to be nationally recognized as a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) — a distinction earned by meeting rigorous standards for quality, access, and coordinated care.

📌 PCMH certification is not easy to achieve. It requires:
✅ Demonstrated excellence in patient-centered care
✅ Strict standards for accessibility, communication, and follow-up
✅ Comprehensive care coordination with specialists and hospitals
✅ Use of evidence-based guidelines to improve outcomes
✅ Commitment to continuous quality improvement

When you choose us, you’re choosing a practice that goes above and beyond to provide the highest level of care — not just when your child is sick, but every step of the way.

📍 Now accepting new patients at all 5 locations:
Melbourne • West Melbourne • Indian Harbour Beach • Palm Bay • Merritt Island

Florida Pediatric Group – Setting the standard in pediatric care. 💙

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01/06/2025

👶 Expert Newborn Care You Can Trust 👶
At Florida Pediatric Group, we specialize in comprehensive care for newborns—right from the start. With a neonatal specialist on staff, your baby is in the best hands.

🩺 Dr. Farid is a fellowship-trained newborn specialist (Neonatologist), formerly on faculty at Michigan State University, and currently an Associate Professor at the University of Central Florida and Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine at FIT.

We offer:
✅ Thorough newborn evaluations
✅ Comprehensive care for premature infants
✅ Tongue-tie release (frenotomy)
✅ Circumcision
✅ Management of common neonatal conditions
✅ Personalized support for new parents

🤰 Expectant mothers are always welcome—schedule a prenatal meet-and-greet with our team and get to know your baby’s future care providers!

📍 5 convenient locations to serve you:
Melbourne • West Melbourne • Indian Harbour Beach • Palm Bay • Merritt Island

📞 Call us to schedule your newborn or prenatal visit.
Florida Pediatric Group – Caring for your little ones like our own. 💙
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28/05/2025

Did You Know? We Offer Extended Care Options for Your Child!

At Florida Pediatric Group, we understand that illness doesn’t follow a schedule. That’s why we offer convenient extended clinic hours to better serve our patients:

✅ Walk-In Sick Clinic – No appointment needed!
📍 Wickham Office | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

✅ After-Hours Clinic
📍 Wickham Office | Monday–Thursday | Until 6:30 PM

✅ Saturday Clinic
📍 Wickham Office | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

✅ Same-Day Sick Visits
Available at all our locations, just call to schedule!

We’re here when you need us — caring for your children with flexibility and compassion. 💙

Exceptional Pediatric Care at Florida Pediatric Group. From Newborns to Adolescents, We Offer Well-Child Visits, Sick Care, Immunizations, and More. Call Us Today!

26/05/2025

Happy Memorial Day from all of us at Florida Pediatric Group!

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Wishing all our families a safe, healthy, and meaningful Memorial Day.

Please note: Our offices will be closed on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27th, in observance of the holiday. We will reopen with normal hours on Tuesday.