Immunizations are Important

Posted on August 28, 2018August 28, 2018 by Diego Ponieman, M.D., M.P.H.

Summer is almost over which means kids are heading back to school. One of the most important ways to prepare your children for the new school year is to make sure they are up to date on their vaccines. You or your child can be immunized at many places including your SOMOS primary doctor’s office or at pharmacies or community clinics.

Three Back-to-School Steps For Your Child’s Health

Posted on August 22, 2017April 17, 2018 by Diego Ponieman, M.D., M.P.H.

As a parent of school-aged children, I know that August is a hectic month: shopping for supplies, finishing summer reading, and coordinating drop-off and pick-up schedules are just a few items on our to-do list. As a Primary Care Physician, I also know that ensuring your child is healthy and ready to learn is just as important as notebooks and a backpack.