September Community Courier

Celebrate Dr. Cindy Spicker's retirement from Pediatric Associates & welcome Rachel Knuehl. Learn about teen visits, health myths & community support for special needs.

Celebrate Dr. Cindy Spicker's 35 years in pediatric care. Join Pediatric Associates in honoring her legacy as she retires on July 1, 2026.

Understand why pasteurized milk is safer than raw milk. Protect your child's health. Read Pediatric Associates' insights today!

Read about immunizations, celebrate Dr. deBuys' anniversary, and explore local resources for kids. Join Pediatric Associates in supporting community initiatives!

Stay informed on holiday hours, flu shots, & tips for managing holiday stress. Contact Pediatric Associates for support in your child's health.

Learn to help children manage holiday emotions with routines & open communication. Seek guidance from the pediatricians at Pediatric Associates!

Celebrate our staff's dedication at Pediatric Associates. Check Thanksgiving hours, flu shots, & expectant parent meetings. Trust us with your child's care!

Celebrate Dr. MacKay's 15 years & join our final flu clinic on Nov 1. Stay informed on teen health & AI companions. Contact Pediatric Associates today!

Stay informed with Pediatric Associates on Buddy Walk 2025, mental health resources, Expectant Parent Meetings, and COVID-19 vaccine info.

Celebrate our nurses' 25 years of service, learn healthy living tips, and join the 2025 Buddy Walk. Stay informed with Pediatric Associates!

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Many families will be embarking on the task of teaching their teens to dr ive this summer. The Commonwealth of Virginia developed this resource (link to website) for parents to help them develop a step-wise driving training program at home. While the hour requirements are slightly different in KY, the principles of driver training are the same. We hope your family finds this helpful! Parent Teen Driving Guide

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With summer break approaching and the school year coming to an end, it is important to start thinking about your family's routine for the summer. Having a set schedule and somewhat consistent routine is important for children’s mental health. Routines help foster a sense of safety, stability, and predictability, which are key for emotional well-being as well as help kids develop a sense of responsibility. Although kids are excited to be out of school, they will continue to benefit from a regular routine. The Benefits of Routine: Creates a sense of security: having an idea of what to expect each days helps kids feel safe and in control Reduces stress and anxiety: predictable routines can decrease worry and stress Build confidence and independence: when kids know what to do next, they feel more capable and responsible Supports better sleep: regular and consistent bedtime routines helps kids fall faster Improves behavior: routine reduces power struggles, emotional meltdowns, tantrums and impulsiveness Helps manage transitions: moving from one activity to the next is easier with a predictable routine Helps support mental health treatment: routines can make taking medications, counseling, and self care more consistent for children with ADHD, anxiety and depression Although sticking to a routine will be difficult on some days, unexpected things will pop up, and you might just have an “off day”, it is important to not let these minor setbacks throw everyone off. Routines look different for each family and change day to day, but having a set of daily expectations will help foster your child’s mental health and aid in the transition back to school come fall.

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Do you have a high school student interested in a career in healthcare? Here are some opportunities for them to get hands on exposure and experience: NKY AHEC Health Careers Showcase April 3 (schools need to register students) NKY AHEC Summer Camp - One week program in June to learn about health careers. Applications due April 11. St. Elizabeth MOON program - A week long hospital shadowing experience in July. The Exploring Healthcare Summer Pathway Program - a unique opportunity for students to explore careers in healthcare through

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“To be healthy, children need sev eral hours (not minutes!) of movement a day — preferably outdoors, where the senses are fully alive and their bodies are free to move in many different ways.”—Angela Hanscom 

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Celebrate Dr. Vance's 20 years at Pediatric Associates. Meet Dr. Eric Schneider & support local students with our GO Pantry food drive.

Stay updated on Pediatric Associates' pediatric practice news, including new services, community partnerships, and extended hours. Contact us for details!

Read about Diane's retirement, new parenting resources, allergy tips, and vaccination updates in Pediatric Associates' February Community Courier.

Celebrate 31 years of Pediatric Associates' family-centered care. Join us in supporting local children with GO PANTRY and meet our new team members.

Explore fun winter activities for kids to stay healthy & active. Engage in outdoor fun & indoor creativity with expert pediatric advice from Pediatric Associates.

Learn quick meditation techniques to manage anxiety from Pediatric Associates. Explore sitting meditation, breathing exercises & more for parents seeking calm.

Celebrate Katie Smith's 5th anniversary & welcome new provider Peyton Wohlwender. Learn about pediatric health concerns this winter from Pediatric Associates.

Learn how to help children build resilience. Discover strategies for coping & self-care. Contact Pediatric Associates for expert pediatric advice.

Celebrate 30 years of care with us! Meet new provider Peyton Wohlwender & stay informed on fall illnesses. Contact Pediatric Associates for your child's health.

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Get vital pediatric health updates, summer safety tips, travel medicine info, and COVID-19 vaccination details. Stay informed with Pediatric Associates!

Get essential summer safety tips for kids, meet our new providers, and learn about COVID-19 vaccines for children. Contact Pediatric Associates today!

Celebrate Dr. Cavallo's 20 years with us! Meet Dr. Mike Brown & learn about flu clinics and mental wellbeing programs for girls at Pediatric Associates.

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It's that time of year again. The weather begs us to get outside and get active. This is wonderful for our patients, but this outdoor time also brings a few more injuries, accidents, and exposures to nature. In the coming months, we will share info on injury prevention to help our patients stay safe and healthy. In this blog post, we will discuss how to remove ticks and what signs to watch for that might indicate Lyme disease. How to Remove Ticks: The most important thing to keep in mind when removing ticks is to do it as soon as possible. The longer a tick stays attached to the skin, the higher the risk of disease transmission. Most often, if a tick is removed within 48 hours of attachment the risk for disease transmission is very small. Here are the steps to follow when removing a tick: Use tweezers: Using a pair of fine-tipped tweezers, grasp the tick as close to the skins surface as possible. Pull upward: Gently and steadily, pull the tick upward without twisting or jerking it. This will help to avoid leaving the tick's mouthpart in the skin. Clean the area: After removing the tick, clean the area with soap and water or an antiseptic solution. Save the tick in a plastic bag (can be helpful if you develop symptoms later) Symptoms to watch for after removal of tick:  Rash, specifically a bullseye like rash Flu-like symptoms (fever, chills, headache, body aches, fatigue, joint pain) Joint pain or swelling Follow up with us in the office if any of the above symptoms develop. Here is more PANK information and advice on tick bites and helpful information from the CDC on tick bites.

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Learn why continuity of care is vital for your child's health. Schedule a same-day appointment with Pediatric Associates today!