Pediatric Physicians, PC

11/06/2025

PORTAL improvements are here! We can now directly attach forms and things to the portal messages we send back to you -- like school forms, etc. They'll appear now as just a link as part of the message. This works on phones or a desktop browser, too!!

We're happy to complete forms when you upload them to the portal. We try to get through these quickly, but it may take a few days, especially if your usual doctor isn't in the office for a few days. Please upload forms ONLY IN PDF FORMAT. Photos of pages of a form that you take with your phone can't be cleanly edited. And please make sure if you have multiple kids that you're using the correct child's portal. That ensures accuracy and privacy.

Photo below -- just a nerdy thing that happens to be Dr. Roy's fave viddie game.

11/04/2025

RSV season is here, with numbers creeping up in ATL. This infection is particularly rough in the youngest babies.

Fortunately it can be effectively prevented. Pregnant women should get an RSV vaccine during RSV season at least 2 weeks before delivery. If that doesn't happen, your newborn can get an injection of RSV-preventing immunoglobin at the birth hospital, or at our office. This is ONLY AVAILABLE for babies 0-7 months of age, and isn't needed if mom got her vaccine during pregnancy.

A wave of the highly contagious respiratory syncytial virus is beginning to wash over the United States, sending greater numbers of babies and toddlers to the hospital for professional care.

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from Roswell!

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from the Alpharetta office!

10/23/2025

Measles spreads fast and is extremely contagious... but after children receive the MMR shots, their immune systems can spot measles, mumps, and rubella. So if they are exposed to these germs, their bodies will be ready to resist.

As measles cases continue to climb, it’s more important than ever to ensure kids are up to date on their vaccines. Pediatricians are always ready to talk with parents about the MMR vaccine if they have any questions.
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10/08/2025

📢 Attention Parents! Pediatric Physicians office phone lines will be down today starting at 12:00 PM as we transition to a new system. This may take a few hours. For non-emergencies, please send a message through our patient portal. For emergencies, call 911 or seek immediate care. Thank you for your understanding! 🙌

10/05/2025

RSV season is here! This is a super common and sometimes serious infection mostly in the youngest kids. There are new, safe, and super-effective ways to prevent RSV in young babies -- details in Dr. Roy's video below!

09/23/2025

Some reassurance from Dr. Roy: you do not need to worry. Tylenol (acetaminophen) is OK.

09/23/2025

Frequently Asked Questions about acetaminophen in pregnancy for health care professionals.

09/23/2025

A new study shows that there is no link between Tylenol and autism and that the previously reported connection is likely due to other underlying factors.

09/23/2025

Some individuals wrongly assert there is a link between vaccines and autism. Before the claim was discredited, researchers took it seriously, investigated it thoroughly, and found no link. This research, in many countries, involving thousands of individuals, has spanned multiple decades. Any effort to misrepresent sound, strong science poses a threat to the health of children and does a disservice to the autistic community.

Immunizations are important to help children stay healthy, so they can learn, grow and thrive. If parents have questions about vaccines or autism, we encourage them to talk to their child’s pediatrician. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4nI0Rnb

09/23/2025

Today’s White House event on autism was filled with dangerous claims and misleading information that sends a confusing message to parents and expecting parents and does a disservice to autistic individuals.

We know autism is complex, highly variable and increasingly linked to genetics. Individualized plans, often involving a combination of developmental, behavioral, educational and social-relational strategies, can help improve outcomes that are meaningful to individuals and families. We also need and welcome additional investments in federally funded research to better support families of autistic children.

Families who have questions about their child’s medications, autism care plans or other health care should consult with their pediatrician or health care provider.
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