Vaccination Policy
We believe in the science that provides the foundation for the recommended vaccination schedule. The vaccines are critical to ensuring the health of your child. We believe vaccines are safe and have been proven effective through years of research and experience. We follow the vaccine schedule recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics. We understand that now, more than ever, there are many opinions regarding the safety and necessity of vaccines. We hope to be a trusted resource for your questions and concerns. Our office policy requests that children are up to date on school-required vaccinations by age 2. Medical exemptions are thoughtfully discussed with you and your child’s medical team.​
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Recommended Vaccine Schedule
Birth - Hepatitis B #1
1 month - Hepatitis B #2
2 month - Pentacel (DTaP/IPV/Hib), Prevnar, Rotavirus
4 month - Pentacel, Prevnar, Rotavirus
6 month - Pentacel, Prevnar, Rotavirus
9 month - Hepatitis B #3
12 month - MMR, Hepatitis A
15 month - Prevnar, Varicella
18 month - Pentacel, Hepatitis A
4-6 years of age - Proquad (MMR/varicella) and Quadracel (DTap/IPV)
11 years of age - Tdap, Meningococcal ACWY #1
12-18 years of age - Gardasil (human papillomavirus) 2-3 doses recommended
16 years of age - Meningococcal ACWY #2
16-18 years of age - Meningococcal B 2-3 doses recommended
Seasonal Vaccine Schedule
RSV Vaccine
RSV vaccine is highly recommended for infants under 8 months of age and offered seasonally (typically October-April).
Influenza Vaccine
The flu vaccine is recommended every year for everyone 6 months and older. It’s available seasonally, usually from September through April. Children under 9 who are getting the flu vaccine for the very first time need two doses, one month apart. After that, only one dose each year is needed.
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