(410) 535-5555
1005 Prince Frederick Boulevard, Suite 101 
Prince Frederick, MD 20678-3195
(410) 257-1744
3140 W Ward Road, Suite 207 
Dunkirk, MD 20754-3047
Vaccination Policy

Our Vaccination Policy


We firmly believe in the effectiveness of vaccines for preventing serious and potentially deadly illness. 
Vaccines save lives. 
Vaccinating children may be the single most important thing you as a parent can do to protect your child's health.  

In order to be a patient of our practice, we require that all children receive the set of vaccinations required for school entry in Maryland Public Schools, as listed below. 

Required by Maryland Public Schools prior to kindergarten (approx age 5): 
  • Hepatitis B 
  • Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (DTaP or DTP) 
  • Polio 
  • H. influenza B (HiB - not the same as the flu shot) 
  • Pneumococcal (Prevnar)
  • Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) 
  • Varicella 
Required by Maryland Public Schools prior to 7th grade (approx age 11):
  • Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap)
  • Meningococcal 

We also believe that all children and adults should receive the recommended vaccines according to the schedule published by the Centers for Disease Control and the American Academy of Pediatrics. However, we will work with parents on a case-by-case basis to develop an alternative vaccination schedule, within reason, should this be what you prefer for your children. 

Please note that this means not all vaccinations can be withheld until age 5, and patients must start some vaccination by age 1 at the latest.  

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COVID Prevention Guidelines  
- Wear a mask in crowded public spaces. The only exception to this rule is children under the age of 2, who should not wear masks. 
- Wash your hands! Use soap and water or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer often, and always before and after eating or touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. 
- Clean all high-contact surfaces (like doorknobs and light switches) as often as possible.

If You/Your Child Feel Sick (cold symptoms, fever, body aches, diarrhea/vomiting) OR If You/Your Child Is Being Tested for COVID
- Self-quarantine immediately!!
- Separate yourself from other people in your home. As much as possible, limit yourself to 1 room and 1 bathroom.
- Seek prompt medical attention if your symptoms are worsening! If you or your child is having severe symptoms such as trouble breathing, call 911 and get to the emergency room. For all other concerns, call our office (410-535-5555) or our after-hours number (410-535-8202)
- Stay hydrated. For adults and teenagers, aim for 8 ounces every 2 hours. For younger children, aim for your child to pee at least once every 4 hours.
Use acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) to help control fever, sore throat, body aches and pains. Note: Infants under 6 months old should not use ibuprofen. 
- During your  self-quarantine, you SHOULD NOT have other children over, family or friends over, or be going to others’ homes. 

Quarantine Duration:
- If your COVID test returned positive, you must self-quarantine at home for 5 days, followed by an additional 5 days of strict mask-wearing anytime you are in public. Kids who cannot wear masks must self-quarantine for 10 days. 
- If your COVID test returned negative, you may stop self-quarantine when you are informed of the results. Kids with a negative COVID test may return to school when fever-free x 24 hours.

We are here for our patients and our community during this tough time! 
Please do not hesitate to reach out if there is any way we can help protect your health. 
Thank you for choosing our practice.

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