Immunization Policy

Immunizing your child is a safe and effective way to prevent serious and life-threatening illnesses. Currently the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) in conjunction with the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends routine vaccination to prevent 17 different diseases. Some vaccines are administered in a series of doses in order to provide adequate protection against the disease. Our practice follows these recommended immunization schedules to provide the best possible protection for your child against these diseases. Timely immunization of your child promotes healthy, disease-free lives.

View our Immunization Schedule:

We follow the AAP recommended immunization schedules generally accepted by the pediatric medical community. Some of the vaccines may be given as part of a combination vaccine so that your child gets fewer shots. Ask your doctor which vaccines your child should receive.

 

Recommended Schedule:
AGE	VACCINES
2 Month	*DTaP, Hib, Polio, HepB, Prevnar, Rotateq
4 Month	*DTaP, Hib, Polio, HepB, Prevnar, Rotateq
6 Month	*DTaP, Hib, Polio, HepB, Prevnar, Rotateq
12 Month	Varivax, Prevnar
15 Month	MMR, HIB
18 Month	DTaP, Hep A
2 Years	Hep A (must be at least 6 months from 1st dose)
4 Years	MMR
5 Years	DTP-A, IPV, Varivax
6-9 Years	Hep B if not completed
11 Years	Tdap, Menectra, Gardasil
16-18 Years	Menactra
*The DTaP, Hib, and Polio are given as a combined vaccine called Pentacel   Additional vaccines that may be given: Dt, Td

Immunization Reactions:

Most infants and children will have very little if any discomfort or fever following an immunization. However, some children may be fussy, irritable, have joint pain or run a mild fever. There is no need to worry when this happens and the appropriate dose of acetaminophen may be given. Please report any severe reactions or extremely high fevers.

For more information on vaccines and immunizing your child, please visit the following websites:

• Schedule for 0-6 years old: (Downloadable PDF Link)
• Schedule for 7-18 years old: (parent-version-schedule-7-18yrs)
• Vaccine safety: (Website Link)
• Current vaccine articles of interest: (Website Link)