PHA Pediatrics

02/14/2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our co-founder, Dr. Alan Freedman, on February 8, 2024. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and doctor to thousands of children throughout his long pediatric career. If you would like to send condolences, stories, or photos, please email Dr. Freedman's family at doctorbeagle1935@gmail.com.

11/01/2023

Free covid tests available after Jan 15!

How do I get a free at-home over-the-counter COVID-19 test? Starting January 15, most people with a health plan can go online, or to a pharmacy or store to purchase an at-home over-the-counter COVID-19 diagnostic test authorized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) at no cost, either throu...

08/04/2023

Be ready for the Medicaid unwinding, and re-enroll your family to ensure you don't lose coverage!

09/27/2022

It's Baby Safety Month! If you have a gun in your home, always store it unloaded and locked up. The safest home for children is one without a gun

09/27/2022

It's Baby Safety Month! Make sure your baby sleeps on her back, for every nap and every night!

11/09/2021

The COVID vaccine is now available for 5-11 year olds. We strongly encourage all of our patients to get vaccinated! The following are some resources for finding a pediatric COVID vaccine near you.
-You can search on https://www.vaccines.gov/ to find pharmacies near you which offer the vaccine
-There are vaccine clinics being offered through the Philadelphia School District- click here to register https://bit.ly/3COkQJP
-Make an appointment through the Montgomery County Department of Public Health https://www.montcopa.org/3660/COVID-19-Vaccine
-Make an appointment through the Philadelphia Department of Public Health https://philadelphia.cdn.prod.prepmodapp.com/appointment/en/clinic/search
-Delaware County https://delcopa.gov/covid/vaccination.html (available soon)

Additional Information: PFIZER/J&J This is a Pfizer and J&J clinic. All Philadelphia residents age 12 and over are eligible for Pfizer vaccine, and those 18 and over are eligible for J&J vaccine. Call 3-1-1 for assistance with scheduling your appointment. **Clinic Accommodations** If you would like....

11/01/2021

The COVID vaccine for 5-11 year olds will be fully approved soon! We strongly recommend every eligible child receive the COVID vaccine- is has been shown to be safe and effective for both older and younger children. We are working hard to make sure every parent who wants to get their children vaccinated will be able to do so. Stay tuned!

10/20/2020

Flu shots are now in! This year, it is more important than ever to make sure your child gets vaccinated against the flu. Call today to make an appointment!

09/25/2020

Kids can't vote, but those who care for and about children can! Find out how to at aap.org/votekids

09/04/2020

Have a happy and healthy Labor Day Weekend! Make sure to wear a mask and practice social distancing if you are out in a crowd!

08/28/2020

Dear parents:
We’ll take ‘em off your hands for 20 minutes.
Love,
Your pediatrician

07/22/2020

Don’t delay your child’s vaccines or checkups. It could be the most important call you make today.