Deb Lonzer: 5 Problems With Grocery or Pharmacy Clinics for Your Kids’ Care

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Submitted By Anonymous, Created 05/15/2014 - 16:10

It’s easy to miss the ‘big picture’- An established relationship with a pediatrician can help see the ‘big picture’ of your child’s overall health to identify and treat potential issues early
They’re a poor substitute for critical checkups- If you’re walking into a retail location for an immunization, that means you’ve missed your annual checkup
Beware of communication breakdowns- Retail-based clinics communicate with your child’s established pediatrician about their visit, but many don’t, even if their paperwork says they will
Healthcare systems offer convenience and quality, too- Many healthcare systems nationwide offer walk-in clinics that are just as convenient as retail-based clinics
A pediatrician’s role- Pediatricians are focused on your child’s overall development, including preventing illness and injury