As parents, we know you’re already making plans and scheduling activities for your children during the summer months to keep everyone active and learning. But did you know this season is also a great time to set up well-child care visits for your preschoolers and school-aged children? Families in Cumming and Forsyth County can benefit from having their child’s pediatric clinic appointments completed early-on, then look forward to a happy and healthy summer.
Why Are Summer Pediatric Well-Visits Beneficial?
The school year is wrapping up and children are ready for a change and adventures. As you’re scheduling playdates, deciding on educational activities and getting ready for vacations, it’s also a good time to get the kids in for their annual well-child visit. While this appointment can be made at any time of year, there are benefits to scheduling it in the summer.
The Kids Won’t Miss School
It’s important to avoid interruptions to in-class time. And while children may not mind missing class, you won’t have to worry about your school-aged kids missing some critical lessons.
Get Immunizations Up-to-Date
Many states and school districts have immunization requirements to keep everyone safe and healthy. Check with your child’s school to be prepared ahead of time, and make sure your student is up-to-date with their vaccines. Taking care of this in the summer also gives time to build immunity before the kids are back in school.
Maintaining a timely immunization schedule is one of the reasons why it’s important to have a pediatric primary care doctor. When you visit the same pediatric clinic, all your child’s vital information is easily accessible, and your physician’s office can send you reminders.
Complete Athletics & Camp Physicals
If your student plans to participate in cheer, dance, or any type of athletic activity, they will often need to complete a physical. Physicals can be handled during a well-child care appointment. Similarly, training camps for the above activities (and even some summer camps) want children to pass a physical exam before attending.
Timely Visits
One of the top benefits of taking your preschooler or school-aged child in for their well-child visits in the summer is the greater scheduling availability. It’s often easier to get your choice of pediatric clinic appointments in the summer, when compared with scheduling right before the start of a new school year.
Taking care of your children’s health is important, and completing their well-child visit is a huge part of that. Visiting during the summer makes it easier on both children and parents.
Schedule Summer Well-Child Visits in Cumming
Vickery Pediatrics is ready to provide pediatric care to our preschool and school-aged neighbors in Cumming, Buford, Dawsonville, Gainesville, Johns Creek, Sugar Hill, Suwanee and Forsyth County. Request an appointment today or call us at (678) 990-2501.
