SP Docs

12/12/2025

Dr. Faith Hackett and Dr. Jacalyn Ginsburg are pediatricians at SPDocs in Severna Park, Maryland, and they continue to support the long-standing medical recommendation that all newborns receive the Hepatitis B vaccine at birth.

Their position aligns with the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), both of which recently reaffirmed their commitment to the universal birth dose following a federal committee's vote to restrict it.

Please call the office and speak to a licenses RN or your child's physician if you have any questions or concerns about the Hepatitis B vaccine. 410-647-8300

Website: spdocs.com

12/12/2025

As influenza, RSV and respiratory illness cases rise in Maryland...

SPDocs in Severna Park maintains a policy of offering same-day sick appointments for its patients to ensure children can be seen by their primary board-certified pediatrician rather than an urgent care center.

Scheduling Same-Day Appointments
Phone Hours: The office begins answering calls at 8:00 AM, Monday through Friday.

Scheduling Guarantee: The practice uses schedule templates that reserve sick-visit slots throughout the day, even when only one physician is on duty, to guarantee same-day availability.

Direct Access: Calls are answered by live medical receptionists—not phone trees—who can book appointments or connect you to a registered nurse (RN) for triage in seconds.

11/10/2025

https://www.healthychildren.org/english/safety-prevention/immunizations/pages/multiple-vaccinations-at-one-time.aspx?utm_source=MagnetMail&utm_medium=email&utm_term=HC-Professional&utm_campaign=HC.org%20Pro%20Update%20November%202025

The vaccines recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) for use in all children do not interfere with each other and, as needed, can be safely given together during a single visit. The immunization schedule is created to ensure they are as effective as possible to protect your child fr....

11/03/2025

Donation collection starts today!! If you need help bringing in donations, please ask anyone in the office. Thank you!!

10/31/2025

We encourage you to participate in our efforts to support local friends and neighbors in need. Donation boxes are located in our main waiting area, door 206, and are available for drop-off Monday through Thursday, 8am-4pm. Please feel free to contact our office at 410-647-8300 with any questions.

10/09/2025

09/24/2025

https://www.aap.org/en/news-room/fact-checked/fact-checked-vaccines-safe-and-effect-no-link-to-autism/

Some individuals wrongly assert there is a link between vaccines and autism. Many studies have looked at this and found no link.

08/29/2025

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/family-life/Media/Pages/follow-pediatricians-for-trustworthy-content-on-childrens-health.aspx?utm_source=MagnetMail&utm_medium=email&utm_term=PA%5FMessage%20From%20President&utm_campaign=All%20Member%20Aug%2028

Dr. Hackett and Dr. Ginsburg hope you find this article interesting.....

As you read up on things that affect your child’s health, you may come across false rumors or outdated ideas—especially on the internet and social media. It’s important to find trustworthy, up-to-date information. That can be hard when the internet and social media can elevate falsehoods and p...

08/29/2025

Holiday Closing Notice:
The office will be closed on Monday September 1, 2025 for Labor Day.
If you have a medical concern and need to reach the physician on-call, our after hours number is 443-481-3061. If you have an emergency, call 911 immediately.
The doctors and staff wish everyone a safe and Happy Labor Day!

08/20/2025

Power outage!
2pm 8/20/25 Our office does not have power at this time. Fallen tree. Call 443-481-3061 if you have an urgent medical issue or cal 911 if you have an emergency.

If you already have an appointment, come in door 207 and we will do our best to accommodate.
Thank you!

08/19/2025

We support this EVIDENCE-BASED immunization schedule!

The schedule includes guidance on COVID-19 vaccination that differs from federal policy along with updates to recommendations on RSV and flu.

08/19/2025

Dr. Hackett and Dr. Ginsburg strongly support AAP!

The guidance differs from federal policy that removes routine recommendations for healthy children but allows vaccination after a conversation with a health care provider.