Welcome to Gabriel Pediatrics!
Gabriel Pediatrics provides comprehensive pediatric care to children throughout the New York Area with practices both in
Brooklyn and Staten Island. Our board certified pediatricians and experienced staff help provide a very warm and nurturing environment for both you and your children. Our approach combines the latest treatment methods with the personal attention you should expect from your doctor. Simply put, we understand the importance of communication and trust and we are earning that trust -- one family at a time.
UPDATES:
1. McNeil Recall: There was a recall on January 15, 2010 for Tylenol, Benadryl, Motrin, Rolaids, Simply Sleep and St. Joseph products. Please visit McNeil's website at www.mcneilproductrecall.com for more detailed information on the different products with the recalled lot numbers.
2. SWINE INFLUENZA (FLU) - For information on the H1N1 (Swine) Influenza, click on the following links or copy and paste link into your browser from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):
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SWINE FLU QUESTIONS (www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/vaccination/vaccinesupply.htm) |
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What to do if you get Flu-like symptoms? (www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/sick.htm) |
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Swine Flu Vaccine (www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/vaccination/public/vaccination_qa_pub.htm) |
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Vaccine Supply (www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/vaccination/vaccinesupply.htm) |
2. Merck Update October 21, 2009 - Merck Vaccines has announced the Measles, Mumps and Rubella individual vaccines will NO longer be available. Merck has no future plans of producing the 3 monovalent vaccines due to manufacturing constraints. Merck will continue to produce their combination Measles, Mumps, and Rubella Vaccine, M-M-R (Measles, Mumps, Rubella Virus Vaccine Live). Please refer to the Merck Vaccines article www.merckvaccines.com/monovalentMessage_102109.pdf and website www.merckvaccines.com for more information.
3. Please remember to schedule ahead of time for School/Camp/Daycare physicals. Contact our office to find out when your child is due for their next physical.
4. Allergy Tips and Poison Prevention and Treatment Tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics
5. Childhood Obesity: Common Misconceptions , Keeping Safe from Burns and Spring Break Safety Tips from HealthyChildren.org - the NEW parenting website from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
6. ALLERGY & ASTHMA:
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7. Vaccine Information: The routine vaccines administered in our office DO NOT contain thimerosal (Mercury).
WHAT'S NEW:
Gabriel Pediatrics is now accepting NEW PATIENTS! Please contact our office today to schedule your child's appointment!
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PATH Family Center: A biomedical approach to treatment & biomedical interventions, clinical services,
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, and recreational classes.
Call today for more information at 718.492.4120 and visit their website at www.pathfamilycenter.com.
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FLU VACCINE AVAILABLE:
Both offices have the seasonal flu available for Patients and Parents! Contact our office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Steven Liebermen, OD, Pediatric Optometrist has joined our Staff!
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Dr. Steven Lieberman specializes in children's vision |
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Listed in the Consumer' Research Council of America's list of Top Optometrists for Pediatric eye care |
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Was on the faculty of SUNY College of Optometry, and the adjunct staff of North Shore hospital and St. Vincent's Catholic Medical Center where he taught optometry students and ophthalmology residents |
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Former president of the New York Academy of Optometry |
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Former president of the New York State Optometric Association |
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Lectured and taught courses nationally and internationally |
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Published and presented numerous papers |
*Contact our Staten Island office to schedule an appointment with Dr. Steven Lieberman!*
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Are you concerned about Vision Problems that run in your family?
One out of every four children in the U.S. suffers from some vision problem. This includes 7.7 million children under the age of 11. The best long term results are when problems are detected before the age of 2 years old.
We now offer PediaVision Testing
in our Office!
PediaVision’s® automated vision assessment is designed to accommodate children of all ages, starting as early as six (6) months. PediaVision tests for the following in one simple 10 second test:
o Astigmatism: irregularly shaped corneas or lenses
o Myopia: nearsightedness
o Hyperopia: farsightedness
o Anisometropia: differences between the two eyes
o Strabismus: misalignment of the eyes
o Amblyopia: lazy eye
o Anisocoria: pupil size anomalies
The PediaVision Screening is not covered by insurance. There is a $25 fee for testing. Please speak to your doctor to inquire and visit their website for more information: www.pediavision.com.
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Gabriel Pediatrics - March 2010 Calendar of Events
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Simply Speaking Screenings 3/7 at 9:30am Speech & Language Evaluations for Early Intervention Infant & Child CPR & First Aid Class $65 per person for Non-Certification ($75 per person for Certification) 3/14 at 10am This 2 ˝ hour course designed for parents and caregivers will cover prevention, recognition, and treatment for respiratory and cardiac emergencies (CPR), choking emergencies and Pediatric First Aid for infants (0-12 months) and Children/Adults (age 1 and up). There will be plenty of hands on practice with use of mannequins and literature for the participants to take home. Also covers childproofing tips, car seat safety, what medicines to have at home and on-the-go, and much more. |
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Nutrition Workshop “Fanciful Fiber” 3/21 at 10am
* How to get enough fiber in your family’s diet* How to read labels and make smart choices* Lactation Class 3/28 at 10am
The Lactation class focuses on: *Breastfeeding as part of normal infant nutrition and development * Reading and understanding infant’s feeding cues* Attachment and latch-on positions * Pain free breastfeeding* Establishing and maintaining adequate milk supply* Weight gain and growth patterns of breastfed infants* Milk expression and return to employment* Introduction of solid foods* Maternal diet during breastfeeding |
*Please contact the front desk for more information and register for any of the above classes*
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HOW ARE WE DOING? Please let us know by completing our online
Patient Satisfaction Survey
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Gabriel Pediatrics, PC has a 2 Registered Dietitian's on staff!
Dina Lipkind is a registered dietitian with a B.S. in Health and Nutrition Sciences from City University of New York at Brooklyn College and received a graduate degree from New York University in Clinical Nutrition and Food Service Management. Dina is the Program Director for the Eat Well Play Hard Program for prevention of childhood obesity in Brooklyn, NY. Dina has over 14 years of experience in clinical nutrition, individual nutrition counseling, specifically in pediatric nutrition. She has lectured widely on various nutrition topics including GI wellness, food allergies, pediatric feeding issues, diabetes, and weight management. Dina is an active contributor in the nutrition community and belongs to the American Dietetic Association, Greater New York Dietetic Association.
Carla Coriaty-Hulla is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Dietitian Nutritionist. She is a graduate of New York University and holds a Degree of Science in Clinical Dietetics. She also completed an NYU Dietetic Internship at Richmond University Medical Center where she has been practicing dietetics for the past 7 years. She is an active member of The American Dietetic Association and The Pediatric Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group.
Please contact our offices to schedule an appointment with our nutritionists. Dina and Carla will be consulting with patients on Saturdays and Sundays.
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