Guide to Wrapping Sprains

Please take a look at the beautiful new bookcase in our Salem location.

In a time when we rely on "Google" to answer almost any and all questions that come up on a given day, more people are turning to the internet for medical advice.

CDC warns doctors about childhood illness linked to Covid-19

 

How to manage your child's ADHD symptoms at home and in school.

Helpful information to assess similarities and differences between common allergy and COVID symptoms.

Traveling with children can be a delight and a challenge. Here are some helpful strategies and tips to make things easier.

Signs and Symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
 

The Importance of bug repellents and how to use them safely and correctly.

Information and resources regarding the Coronavirus and the safety of the COVID-19 vaccines.

Childhood obesity is a growing health problem in young children

FDA approved non-invasive, non-drug, medical devices which may ease headache symptoms.
 

SureScripts Critical Performance Improvement Summit in Minneapolis, MN. 

Certain apple puree and applesauce products are being investigated for elevated levels of lead. 

Your child arrives for the dreaded yearly physical exam - for days you have discussed whether or not he will receive a shot. Or, you come in for a sick visit and your child is too scared to go into the exam room because she is afraid she will have to get a shot. Do either of these scenarios sound familiar?

Strep infections have remained high in children in some areas or the country even after respiratory viruses decreased in those areas. 

 

Fireworks are a fun tradition to celebrate Independence Day for many families, but not used properly they can also be dangerous. 

As summer activities increase for children, so do sprained ankles, wrists, etc. Below are videos that show how to safely wrap a sprain with an ace bandage until you can be seen by your medical provider:

• Wrist
• Knee
• Ankle

Rachel Bedick, LICSW, recommends the PACIFICA app to our patients to help with anxiety and stress.

The state of Massachusetts is prioritizing the supply of the RSV antibody to hospitals. 

Temper tantrums are a normal part of your child’s development. When a toddler is learning to talk, it can be difficult to express strong emotions, especially when a child is tired or frustrated, thus, theatrics may be your child’s way of expressing themselves as best they can.

There have been recent news reports that due to the COVID-19 pandemic delays in well-child care and vaccination could result in outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases. We encourage children under 2-yrs to come in for well-visits and necessary vaccinations. 
 

How can I keep my kids safe online?!  Viral challenges like the “momo challenge” that surfaced recently are only one of the many dangers that face our young, impressionable children.

With the end of Public Health Emergency, Massachusetts is discontinuing the mandatory mask mandate for health care settings.

 

Last month, Dr. Mark Salvatore from MGH Pediatric Gastroenterology treated our clinical staff to an interesting presentation on a hot topic: Milk protein intolerance 

 

An important letter from the American Academy of Pediatrics and Department of Public Health. 

Since 1984, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) has declared May to be “National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month.” PAGS is fortunate to have Asthma Educator, ​Julieta Perez, MSN, FNP-C, RRT, AE-C on staff to asses and treat your childs allergy and asthma conditions.

Meet Dr. Campbell's and Dr. D'Souza's Care Team.

PAGS Lecture Series: Dr. Brian Grottkau, Chief of Pediatric Orthopedics at MGH shares current information on  management and prevention of common sports injuries in children.

We are thankful for Ali and Lisa who both work directly with our patients at the front desk and over the phone.

 Dr. Michelle C. Maciag from Asthma & Allergy Affiliates shares her expertise about atopic dermatitis.

Flu shots are in and can be scary for some of us! Our staff is here to make it easy for you. Good job Logan!

In our continuous effort to pursue lifelong learning, PAGS invited Dr. Cristina Mazzoni Palumbo, a specialist at Asthma & Allergy Affiliates to present current information on food allergies affecting our children today.

Dr. Sicat has been with PAGS for over 15 years. Read her story about how it all started.

Dr. Navid Mahooti of NSPG Sports Medicine updated us on non-surgical treatments for common musculoskeletal presentations
 

Meet Denise Valdez and Elizabeth Lowell the "Go-to Dynamic Duo" at PAGS

Presentation on Lactose Intolerance and treatment for pediatric patients, by Dr. Mark A. Salvatore

Celebrating the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salem 150 years of dedication to children and families.

Updated information and protocols on how to treat concussions. 

Our youth are in the middle of a vaping epidemic, we are committed to continuously educate our staff and our patients on how dangerous changing social trends affect their health.

The Medical Team at PAGS believes that practicing pediatrics encompasses the whole child. We regularly evaluate and discuss the physical, social, emotional, and developmental well-being of children from newborn to young adults.  The foundation of the whole child is his/her growth and development.

PAGS worked with the Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless  to build "A Bed for Every Child."

There is a growing need among our families for help with toddlers and preschooler emotions and behavior. Tai Chiappa, our on staff Psychologist, shared her amazing wealth of knowledge with our team.

Congratulations to the PAGS Team for being voted TOP DOCS on the North Shore for 6 years in a row!

The first presentation in an on-going series about emerging psychological illnesses in children, adolescents and young adults.
 

Congratulations to our Team

Julia Hincman-Francavila met with clinical staff at PAGS last week to talk with us about picky eating. Picky eating can be a challenging issue for families. 

PAGS Voted Top Pediatricians by North Shore Magazine - 7 Years in a Row!

Gender affirming care is critically important for our transgender and gender diverse youth.  In our continued goal of life-long education, we invited two speakers from the MGH Transgender Health Program to give us an overview of gender identity.

Your health and safety are paramount and we thank you for choosing PAGS to care for your family.

In 2006, Pediatric Associates of Greater Salem (PAGS) took a huge step and transitioned from paper charts to an electronic medical record. Bright -eyed and bushy tailed, we immersed ourselves to learn the system and improve efficiency and care and our patients overwhelmingly liked the changes.

Say Yes to Sunscreen! Say No to Skin Cancer.

PAGS is committed to continuously find ways to keep current on medical issues and educate our clinical staff on changing social trends that affect our patients and community.

Modification recommended to the vaccine schedule for Pfizer and Moderna for patients ages 12+yrs. to 64yrs.

Dr. Anne Neilan from MGH Infectious Diseases met with the PAGS Team about patients at risk for HIV and preventive medications that can be used.  

Children who regularly get 10+ hours of sleep, have a better transition into Pre-K/Kindergarten.

Thank you to Ryann Hilton, RD, LDN, Certified Eating Disorders Registered Dietitian, who spoke to the PAGS medical team about how to better recognize, understand and manage eating disorders for our patients and their families.
 

Important swimming safety tips you should be aware of before you head out to the pool or beach.

In the wake of Autism Awareness Month, we would like to share a number of helpful resources in order to help educate and provide information to our patients

Dr. Campbell wrote a blog about talking with your children about tragic events happening in the U.S. and worldwide. Please read it if you are looking for information related to discussing these difficult topics.

RSV is a cold that can become serious for babies. When to call your doctor?

Summary of recent changes to the Covid-19 vaccine schedule.

Now that the weather is getting warmer and the sun is shining, remember to apply sunscreen before you head out.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission warned caregivers to not let their children sleep in the products.

As the calendar changes to December the fall sports season comes to an end. This past fall was particularly busy in our practice, seeing a large number of patients with concussive brain injuries. Although there were soccer, volleyball, field hockey and cheerleading athletes with concussive injuries, the vast majority of patients with concussions were football players ranging in age from an 8 year old Pop Warner athlete to a 20 year old college football player. Brain trauma at any age is serious, but what is becoming an increasing concern with football in particular, are the multiple repetitive sub-concussive head impacts that occur throughout a tackle football game.

Implications for Patient Coverage, Costs, and Medical Access after May 11, 2023
 

Helpful suggestions to prepare your child for back to school early mornings and strategies to maintain on-going healthy sleep habits.

Senior year is a time of intense anxiety and loss, surrounding an inevitable next step for many youth — college. As much as we would like summer vacation to be about, well, vacationing, odds are many students and their parents aren't having a totally worry-free summer. 

The recent 4th of July week has been particularly tough for us as a nation and for many parents. Unfortunately as a result, we are having many deeper conversations with our children about tragic events happening both in the US and worldwide. If you have children who are tweens and older, they are likely exposed to these events through some form of social media, while younger children may have seen or heard something at friend’s homes or in public places.

A Columbia University study finds that recreational use of cannabis is dangerous for teenagers’ emotional and physical development.
 

Cold and flu season is upon us, helpful information on thermometer basics and accurate temperature taking.
 

One of the biggest challenges facing new parents is the sleep deprivation that comes along with countless nighttime feedings, pre-dawn awakenings, and hours spent rocking your baby to sleep. This is normal and expected in the first months of life; however, by 6 months of age, most healthy babies should be able to fall asleep on their own and stay asleep through the night. Let’s break down the first year and talk about what you can expect from your baby at each age and what you can do to help your baby become a great sleeper.

Toilet training can be frustrating for parents and children, but it doesn’t have to be! Below are some common issues to which I think many caregivers can relate, and some helpful tips and strategies for dealing with these issues:

Welcome to our first PAGS Blog! We decided that creating a blog would be a great way to keep our patients and their families informed regarding a variety of topics.

How do we discourage vaping and educate teens and their parents on the dangers of e-cigarette use in what the FDA is calling an epidemic.