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Our Flu Clinic is Open!
posted: Aug. 29, 2020.
We are happy to announce the opening of our flu clinic for the 2020-21 flu season. This year, in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, the importance of being immunized Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare,  Pediatric,  Diet and Nutrition,  Children's Oral Health,  Skin Condition -
Mask-up!
posted: Aug. 04, 2020.
Though Summer is in full swing, Fall and the new school year (whatever that may look like) will soon be upon us. While we may welcome the cooler air and the beauty Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare,  Pediatric,  Diet and Nutrition,  Children's Oral Health,  Skin Condition -
COVID-19 Update (June 8, 2020)
posted: Jun. 09, 2020.
Amherst Pediatrics June 8, 2020 As Spring turns to Summer, we thankfully find ourselves on the declining edge of the COVID-19 curve. With fewer and fewer cases and hospitalizations, we are now Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare -
Treating Warts
posted: Apr. 03, 2020.
Warts are common, benign bumps that develop on the skin as a result of a viral infection known as the human papillomavirus (HPV). Warts are pretty common in children and Read moreCategory: Child Health Care -
COVID-19 UPDATE (March 23, 2020)
posted: Mar. 22, 2020.
Amherst Pediatrics continues to modify our operations in an effort to keep our families (both yours and ours) safe, while providing the best possible care to our communities. We will Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare -
Virtual Visits Are Here!
posted: Mar. 19, 2020.
The single most important way to slow the spread of COVID-19 is through social distancing. This is true whether you are ill or well. For this reason, Amherst Pediatrics is Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare,  Pediatric,  Diet and Nutrition,  Children's Oral Health,  Skin Condition -
COVID-19 UPDATE (March 16, 2020)
posted: Mar. 16, 2020.
** Note: information is changing rapidly. We wil update this page as we learn more ** As coronavirus information and recommendations seem to change hourly, it is difficult to keep up and know what Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare -
Coronavirus COVID-19
posted: Mar. 11, 2020.
How Amherst Pediatrics is responding Amherst Pediatrics is taking the new coronavirus threat seriously. We are working closely with local health officials and hospitals to put in place mechanisms to keep Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare -
Treating Your Child's Allergies
posted: Mar. 03, 2020.
Sneezing. Watery eyes. Stuffy nose. These could just be symptoms of a cold or these could be signs that your child has allergies. If you notice that your child’s symptoms Read moreCategory: Child Health Care -
Can you treat a cold?
posted: Jan. 25, 2020.
(This post was written by John Snyder, MD and is reprinted from the blog sciencebasedmedicine.org) Every drug store has row upon row of medicines designed to treat or prevent an acute Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health -
Treating Your Child's Ear Infection
posted: Jan. 03, 2020.
An ear infection is one of the most common infections that children have to deal with. In fact, most children will experience at least one ear infection by the time Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare,  Pediatric,  Diet and Nutrition,  Children's Oral Health,  Skin Condition -
What Happens During a Child Physical Exam?
posted: Jul. 03, 2019.
Once your child is born it’s amazing just how quickly they grow and develop. It seems like you blink and suddenly they are talking and walking. During these important milestones Read moreCategory: Child Health Care -
Tick Season is Here!
posted: May 19, 2019.
It's Springtime in the Pioneer Valley, which means it's high tick season! If you find a tick attached to your skin, there's no need to panic! How to remove a tick There are Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare,  Pediatric,  Diet and Nutrition,  Children's Oral Health,  Skin Condition -
What is Autism?
posted: May 03, 2019.
What is Autism? Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or autism, is a developmental disability that can cause significant communication, communication, and behavioral challenges. The thinking, learning, and problem-solving abilities of individuals with Read moreCategory: Child Health Care -
The Importance of Immunizations
posted: Nov. 19, 2018.
The importance of immunizations Childhood immunizations are one of the most important safeguards against communicable diseases and their serious, long-term complications. Your pediatrician closely adheres to the vaccination schedules published by Read moreCategory: Child Health Care -
Tufts Health Together with Boston Children's ACO
posted: Jan. 23, 2018.
A VERY IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT AMHERST PEDIATRICS AND YOUR HEALTH PLAN Attention! There are big changes coming for our patients who have health insurance administered through MassHealth. If your child has MassHealth Read moreCategory: Child Care,  Skin Care,  Child Safety,  Child Health Care,  Pediatric Health Care,  Children's Health,  Pediatric Care,  Child Healthcare,  Pediatric,  Diet and Nutrition,  Children's Oral Health,  Skin Condition