Dr. Kenneth Zatz, Pediatrics

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍁 We’re grateful for our wonderful patients, families, and staff who make our community so special every day. Wishing you a healthy, happy, and heart-filled holiday!

11/27/2025

This one never ever gets old. So true for 2000 years.
We are grateful that you place your trust in us to care for your loved ones.
We wish you all a safe and happy Thanksgiving!

11/25/2025

Allied Physicians Group is here for you. 🧡

With the recent changes at several Optum Pediatric locations, we want families to know that our doors are open. If your child needs a new medical home, our pediatricians are ready to step in and provide compassionate, comprehensive care. We welcome you to tour our offices, meet our teams, and see firsthand why so many families trust us with their children’s health.

From same-day sick visits and well visits to evenings and weekends designed around your family’s schedule, we’re here with steady, dependable pediatric care you can trust. We’ve got you covered.

At Allied, we care deeply for both our physicians and our patients. If you have questions or need to schedule an appointment, just give us a call. We’re here to support you in every way we can. Our goal is to make this transition as smooth and stress-free as possible for your family. Your child’s health, and supporting the physicians who care for them, will always remain our top priority.

When your child or family member needs medical care in New York, you want to find a team of physicians and specialists you can trust. Find an Allied physician near me.

11/17/2025

A nationwide recall has been issued for certain lots of lisdexamfetamine dimesylate (Vyvanse) due to failed dissolution specifications, meaning the drug may not work as intended.

If you or someone you know uses this medication:

• Check your bottle against the affected lot numbers and expiration dates listed in the link below.

• Do not stop taking it abruptly, please consult your pediatrician for guidance and a replacement.

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries has recalled several lots lisdexamfetamine dimesylate capsules, a generic form of Vyvanse, after testing found they failed to dissolve properly.

11/14/2025

More kids than you might expect are showing signs of high blood pressure, something we typically think of as an adult issue. Early detection, healthy daily habits, and regular checkups are more important than ever. Our very own Dr. Maggie Chalson spoke with CBS News about the rising rates of high blood pressure in children and why it is so important for parents to stay aware, ask questions during visits, and support healthy routines at home. If you have any questions, please reach out to your trusted Allied pediatrician.

As CBS News New York's John Dias reports, the numbers have doubled, prompting more concerns about childhood obesity.

11/12/2025

Some more information about the ByHeart recall:

ALL lots of infant formula from ByHeart, in all sizes of cannisters and pouches, have been recalled.
o Since August, 15 cases of infant botulism in infants who consumed ByHeart brand infant formula have been reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) from 12 states. Nine of the cases have been confirmed by testing that showed botulinum toxin type A.
o FDA issued communications about a recall of all lots of infant formula from ByHeart, in all sizes of cannisters and pouches. The link to the recall, which includes photos of products, is: https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-infant-botulism-infant-formula-november-2025.
o Infants should not be fed the recalled formula. If parents and caregivers still have ByHeart product, they should:
▪ take a photo or record the information on the bottom of the package.
▪ keep the container in a safe spot and be sure to label that product as DO NOT USE.
▪ If the child develops symptoms, the product might be needed for testing. If the child does not develop symptoms after 30 days, they should throw the containers out.
Symptoms usually present in children less than twelve months of age and include constipation, loss of appetite, weakness, poor suck, ocular palsies, an altered cry, and a striking loss of head control. Progression of symptoms is more severe in infants under two months of age. Infants become infected by ingestion of C. botulinum spores that germinate in the colon, rather than ingestion of preformed toxin. It can take up to 30 days from the date of exposure to develop signs and symptoms.

11/11/2025

This Veterans Day, we pause to express our heartfelt gratitude to all who have served and continue to serve. Your bravery inspires us all. 🇺🇸

11/10/2025

FORMULA RECALL: Select lots of ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula are being recalled as the FDA investigates a possible link to cases of infant botulism. Learn more:

Do not use certain lots of ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula. FDA’s Investigation is ongoing.

11/07/2025

When your child is sick, you don’t have to turn to urgent care — your Allied Pediatrician knows your child best!
Call our office or schedule online at alliedphysiciansgroup.com/schedule-an-appointment.

If we don’t have a time slot that works for you, utilize Allied All Access — an Allied doctor at another Allied office, who has access to your child’s medical history, can see you.

💻 Prefer a virtual visit?
Allied Telehealth allows your child to be seen by a trusted Allied physician from anywhere. It’s ideal when your office has no openings, you’re traveling, or it’s after hours!

With Allied All Access and Allied Telehealth, quality pediatric care is always within reach. 🧡

11/01/2025

Daylight saving time ends tonight! ⏰ While everyone else celebrates an extra hour of sleep, parents of little ones know the truth... See you bright & early!

10/31/2025

Wishing all our little ghosts, goblins, and superheroes a safe and spooky night filled. Have a Happy Halloween filled with fun costumes, sweet treats, and lots of smiles.🧡🎃 Trick-or-treat safely!

10/24/2025

Allied Telehealth makes quality care just a click away! Whether it’s a sick visit, a follow-up, or a quick question, our providers are here for your family, providing care wherever you are! 📍🧡 https://bit.ly/4nvKRVx