Pediatrician visits are very important for healthy children! Well Child Exams provide opportunities to:

  • Monitor lungs, heart, skin, growth, etc.
  • Provide screening of hearing, vision, and other tests depending on age.
  • Ensure your child is protected from infectious disease by reviewing and updating immunizations.
  • Discuss nutrition and safety.
  • Provide anticipatory guidance.

Well Visits
Well Child Exams (WCEs/Physicals) are routine and should be scheduled in advance.  Per CDC, AAP, and office policy: Pediatric patients are required to keep up with Well Child Exams. Your child will have nine WCEs in the first 2 years of life.  After age 2, your child should be seen annually through age 18. Call today to confirm your child is current on their WCE. ​

Vaccines
​Immunization schedule is followed per CDC/AAP guidelines. COVID-19 vaccines, as well as annual flu vaccines, are recommended for eligible children.  

Home Environment

  • Dr. Shlafer recommends that young children and infants be kept in a cool climate, but bundled well.
  • To keep surfaces germ-free, disinfect them with rubbing alcohol and allow to dry


Skin Care
Dr. Shlafer recommends the following products:

  • Body Soap= Dove or CeraVe (No bubble bath!)
  • Shampoo= Dove or CeraVe
  • Lotion= CeraVe
  • Laundry Detergent= Seventh Generation (Small amount, double rinse with capful of cleaning vinegar, no fabric softener, and no dryer sheets)

Please avoid:  Johnson & Johnson products

Prescription Renewals
Prescription renewals require an office visit. Your child must be up-to-date on their Well Child Exam/Physical to schedule a prescription renewal appointment.