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Similac Recall

Abbott Laboratories, the makers of Similac formula, have announced a voluntary recall on some of their powdered baby formula. The affected lot numbers begin with the numbers 22-37 and contain K8, SH, or Z2 in the lot number, and have an expiration date of April 2022 or later. … view

Introducing Cassandra Board, CPNP-PC

We are pleased to announce the addition of Cassandra Board, CPNP-PC to our Interlachen family of providers. Cassandra is now seeing patients. We invite you to get to know Cassandra.

Portal Issues

We have been experiencing connectivity issues with our patient portal all week. We are working diligently with our portal administrator to get this resolved. We understand this has caused difficulties in receiving documents and securely communicating with our office. We apologize for the… view

COVID-19 Vaccine Approved for Adolescents

COVID-19 Vaccine Recommended for All Persons 12 Years and Older

We are very excited about the recent development of the Emergency Use Authorization by the FDA and the recommendation by the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices for the use of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine for persons 12 years of age and older!  … view

April is Autism Awareness Month

Currently, 1 in 54 children are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Early detection is key in improving outcomes. Please see this article from healthychildren.org regarding Autism Spectrum Disorder and how to identify signs in your child and how pediatricians screen for Autism.

Best Pediatricians in Orlando

Readers of Orlando Family Magazine voted two of our own as Best Pediatricians in Orlando!

Thank you to our families and the readers of Orlando Family Magazine for voting Dr. Sareh Dyer and Dr. Melissa Velarde as two of the Best Pediatricians in Orlando! https://www.orlandofamilymagazine.com/current-… view

COVID-19 Exposure and Testing

Dear Parents,

Recently, many parents have called for advice on what is considered an exposure to COVID-19 and if their child should be tested.

As there is currently widespread community transmission and more activities outside the home, the potential for exposure has increased.… view

Talking to Children About Racism

In light of current events in our country and around the world, parents may be looking for advice on how to discuss racism with their children. We would like to share… view

FDA Removes Zantac (Ranitidine) From Market

Please see this Q & A article from the FDA about the removal of Zantac (ranitidine) from the market. 

Responding to Coronavirus 2019

In response to the evolving COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic, we are modifying how our offices will function. As your child's medical home, the health of your child as well as the health of all in the community, is our priority. In compliance with CDC, Federal, and State guidelines we have… view