Boston Community Pediatrics

01/16/2026

Last night, Dr. Riseberg joined Dr. Christine Crawford and Dr. Lindsa McIntyre, and community leaders at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston Town Hall on food insecurity.

Over 1 in 3 Massachusetts residents are food insecure. In 2024, 32% of households with children were food insecure, the majority of whom were Black and Hispanic. For BCP patients, that number is approximately 40%. Food insecurity doesn't exist in isolation. When families are choosing between rent and groceries, children can't focus in school. When basic needs aren't met, kids' futures are at risk.

At BCP, we screen for food insecurity at every well-visit and we act. We distribute groceries at each appointment, connect parents to SNAP, and hold cooking classes for our families. But healthcare alone can't solve this.

Real change requires all of us working together: schools, health centers, community organizations, and policymakers.

What if we treated food security with the urgency it deserves – as essential to children's health, education, and futures?

Thank you to Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston and Berkshire Partners Blue Hill Club for this critical conversation. 💙

01/14/2026

Gun violence is a pediatric health crisis—and it's preventable.

In 2025, guns remained the leading cause of death for children and teens in America. There were more mass shootings than days in the past year.

Pediatrics is about prevention. At BCP, we screen for food insecurity. We connect families to safe housing. We integrate mental health care.

But we cannot prevent gun violence from an exam room alone.

Real prevention requires action on multiple fronts: federal policy, community investment, and healthcare systems working together.

The question isn't whether we can prevent gun violence. It's whether we will act before the next preventable death.

01/12/2026

Month 5 of our Healthy Baby, Strong Mom group was deliciously fun. This month we focused on nutrition, as little ones around 5–6 months start showing interest in solids. Our amazing residential chef, Grace, led a mini cooking class to help moms learn how to prepare yummy, healthy meals for their babies.

And we were also so grateful to give each baby a handmade knitted hat to take home thanks to our wonderful community!

Fan favorite? The mixed berry, spinach & yogurt smoothies — baby approved! 😋👶🍓🫐💕

01/09/2026

In the last two weeks, Boston has seen a 150% increase in flu hospitalizations among children under 5 – that’s DOUBLE what they were last season at this same time. While this is concerning, here's what we know: the flu vaccine works and it’s never too late to get vaccinated. It significantly reduces hospitalizations and serious complications in children.

At BCP, we're proud that about 50% of our patients are already vaccinated this season. That’s significantly higher than the estimated 34% of Massachusetts residents who have received their vaccine this year, according to Department of Public Health data.

We make it easy: flu vaccines are available at any appointment for children AND parents. No separate appointments needed – just comprehensive care for the whole family.

01/08/2026

Among all childhood vaccinations, the flu vaccine remains one of our most important tools for protecting kids: it’s protective, it’s safe, and it works.

At BCP, we continue to stand with science. We offer flu vaccines for children AND parents at every appointment because keeping families healthy means supporting the whole household. stopped by BCP and shared an important reminder: it’s never too late to get your flu shot.

01/08/2026

Among all childhood vaccinations, the flu vaccine remains one of our most important tools for protecting kids: it’s protective, it's safe, and it works.

At BCP, we continue to stand with science. We offer flu vaccines for children AND parents at every appointment because keeping families healthy means supporting the whole household. WBZ / CBS News Boston stopped by BCP and shared an important reminder: it’s never too late to get your flu shot.

Boston had not had a pediatric flu death since 2013, but two children have died in recent weeks.

12/30/2025

BCP in The Boston Globe ! 📰✨We’re rounding out the year with Dr. Riseberg’s Letter to the Editor in today’s Globe.

🩺 Massachusetts leaders are proposing to double spending on primary care to strengthen the foundation of the Commonwealth’s health care system. Dr. Riseberg, among others, note in letters to The Boston Globe that this investment is long overdue and necessary to expand access, improve equity, and better support patients.

12/29/2025

As we reflect on 2025, we're filled with gratitude. 💙

This year brought growth, connection, and countless moments that remind us why we do this work. Here are just a few highlights from a year spent partnering with families, providing the highest quality integrated pediatric care, and putting patients first.

By the numbers:
✨ 1,700+ patients served
✨ 22 dedicated staff members
✨ 8,000+ medical visits, behavioral health visits, and telehealth appointments
✨ 5,000+ bags of groceries distributed
✨ 370 families celebrated at our Holiday Shop
✨ Hundreds of families supported with housing, dental care, and care navigation services

Beyond the numbers, we are grateful for moments of priceless connection: patients and families receiving the care they deserve, trusted relationships built over time, and a BCP team that shows up every day with heart and purpose.

Thank you to our staff, partners, supporters, and most importantly BCP patients and their families for making 2025 extraordinary. Cheers to 2025!

12/25/2025

From all of us at Boston Community Pediatrics, happy holidays. 💙

Wishing you and your families warmth, health, and moments of connection this holiday season. 🎄

12/23/2025

Last month, we gathered to celebrate 5 years of BCP – and we’re still in awe of how amazing that night was. 💙

From the moment we opened our doors in November 2020, we've been on a mission to transform pediatric healthcare by championing equity, reducing barriers to care, and tirelessly putting patients first.

Voices from the Frontlines brought together the people who make our work possible: patients, families, staff, community partners, and supporters. This video captures the energy, the gratitude, and the joy of that evening.

We are so proud of the beautiful community we have created together and are so grateful to everyone who has been a part of the BCP story. You believed that a greater investment in health was needed, and through your energy and commitment, BCP has proven that healthcare can be reimagined to deliver higher-quality, more affordable care for families and communities.🙌

12/22/2025

'Tis the season to celebrate the best team in Boston. 🎄💙

We gathered for our staff holiday party to celebrate an incredible year and the amazing people who made it all happen.

To our 22 team members and our wonderful interns: We are deeply grateful for each and every one of you. Thank you for being the backbone of our work. Thank you for earning trust and partnering with BCP patients and families. Thank you for serving over 1,700 patients and delivering comprehensive, integrated care rooted in dignity and trust. And, thank you for showing up every single day to put patients first, break down barriers, and deliver the highest quality care with so much heart.

Here's to you. Here's to more impact, more teamwork, more connection, and more moments like these in 2026. We are so grateful for each and every one of you. 🎉

12/21/2025

Thursday night, we had BCP’s second Mom’s night out, facilitated by Kim Skelton, BCP’s fabulous Family Partner for Parent and Community Engagement. Caregivers had the opportunity to take a break together before the business of the holidays (without their kids) and have some time for themselves to create vision boards for this upcoming year. Their children were well cared for (and had a nice dinner together) by BCP staff and interns. Thank you Team BCP!

We love seeing the incredible community that is being created through shared experiences at BCP while integrating the importance of mental health strategies and support in all we do. 💙🙏💕🎉