Winter Vaccine Update (Flu/COVID/RSV)

The VDH is reporting a measles exposure at: - PM Pediatric Urgent Care, 2690 Prince William Parkway in Woodbridge, on Tuesday, Jan. 13 from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. - Inova Children’s Emergency Department, 3300 Gallows Road in Falls Church, on Thursday, Jan. 15 from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday, Jan. 16 from 8:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. - Inova Fairfax Hospital Women’s and Children’s Building, Floors 2-10, 3300 Gallows Road in Falls Church, on Saturday, Jan. 17 at 2:30 a.m. to Sunday, Jan. 18 at 5 p.m. If your child was exposed at one of these times and locations, and has not yet had 2 doses of the MMR vaccine, please call or send us a portal message so we can advise you on the next steps. For the full Virginia Department of Health news release, please see: https://ow.ly/KZzw50Y0ob4

Happy New Year to our Kidz Docs families! We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season and winter break. As we begin a new year, we know our patients will continue to grow, learn, and thrive, and we look forward to hearing about all they accomplish in the year ahead. We would like to take a moment to address a few common questions and reminders that come up this time of year: Influenza Flu season is here. The influenza vaccine remains one of the best ways to protect children and teens from severe complications of the flu, including hospitalization. It is not too late to receive the flu vaccine. Please call our office or send a portal message to schedule an appointment. Immunization Schedule Vaccines have been in the news frequently, and we understand families may have questions. Across the country, we continue to see outbreaks of vaccine-preventable illnesses such as measles and pertussis (whooping cough). The Kidz Docs follows the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Immunization Schedule, as providing science-based, evidence-driven medical care is central to our mission. Vaccines are safe, effective, and one of the most important tools we have to keep children healthy. Our vaccine policy remains in place. Patients are expected to follow the AAP schedule, with immunization checkpoints at 2 years, 6 years, and 18 years of age. Patients on a catch-up schedule must have a signed vaccine agreement and schedule documented in their chart. As pediatricians, it is essential that our office remains a safe environment for all patients, including newborns, children and family members undergoing chemotherapy, organ transplant recipients, and others who are immunocompromised. For more information: • AAP Immunization Schedule: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/immunizations/Pages/Recommended-Immunization-Schedules.aspx • Vaccine Education (Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia): https://www.chop.edu/vaccine-education-center Infection Control Masks are required for sick patients and accompanying family members. This helps protect our patients, families, and staff. Masking is one part of our broader infection control plan, which also includes surface disinfection, staff vaccination, and nurse triage of symptoms. Thank you for helping us maintain a healthy environment for everyone. Code of Conduct Our clinicians and staff work hard to provide compassionate care to all families. Parents and caregivers are expected to treat all employees with respect. Name-calling, slurs, harassment, or threats will result in dismissal from the practice. Financial Hardship We recognize that many families continue to experience financial challenges, including job loss, insurance gaps, or other hardships. If you are having difficulty paying your bill, please reach out to our office so we can discuss available options and support. Thank you for the privilege of caring for your children. Even during challenging times, we feel incredibly fortunate to partner with such wonderful patients and families.  Wishing you and your families good health and happiness in 2026, The Kidz Docs Leadership Team

Updated 11/12/2025

Summer is coming! If you are due for well visit this spring or summer, please contact us now to schedule an appointment. Our spring and summer appointments fill quickly. In order to complete school, camp, or employment forms, we must have seen you for a well visit within the last year. Some insurance companies support a check-up once per calendar year, and some support one per 365 days. Please check your policy to know which guideline your insurance company follows. Please bring all school, camp, and sports forms to your visit, and be sure the patient/parent part is completed. For middle and high school students, their is a new VHSL sports form which is longer than before; we are required to keep a completed form in our records. In addition to our regular weekday appointments, The Kidz Docs is offering a limited number of Saturday morning visits in May and June for children 2yrs and above. These Saturday morning appointments are available on a first-come first-served basis. Please call or send a portal message to schedule your child’s yearly check-up or sports physical, and make sure they’re ready for the summer and the coming school year. We look forward to seeing you soon! The Kidz Docs

**NEW OFFICE LOCATION – SEPTEMBER 19th**