Pediatrics West, P.C.

Happy Independence day from all of us at Pediatrics West!

Happy Memorial Day from all of us at Pediatrics West!

Welcome Rebecca Kulah! Becca is our newest nurse practitioner, out of our Westford location. We are excited to have her as part of our team! Call us to schedule your appointment today!

Happy Nurse's Week! We are lucky to have the amazing nursing team that we do! Thank you all for your dedication and smiles!

Vaccines for 'Tweens,' Teens & Young Adults Teens and young adults often get a number of vaccine-preventable diseases. Learn how to protect your child here. 

Happy Doctor's Day to our amazing and award-winning physicians. Thank you for the compassion and caring you bring with you every day!

Why do pediatricians recommend kids get 2 doses of HPV vaccine between the ages of 9 and 12? It’s because the immune system responds better at this age. Keep your kids healthy and thriving by protecting them from 6 types of cancer with the HPV vaccine. Learn more on HPV Awareness Day : https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/immunizations/Pages/How-to-Talk-to-Your-Preteen-About-HPV-Vaccine.aspx

We are excited to announce our newest nurse practitioners at Pediatrics West! Megan Foley, NP (left) is our newest P*P. She's on team 3 in Groton alongside Dr. Karen Hiltunen, and Meghan Aldrich, NP.

Alexandra Hall, NP (right) is our new behavioral health practitioner and is accepting new patients. She's working closely with Patricia Jackson, NP in Groton as well!
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We are proud to announce Dr. Russell Coleman has been named Top Doctor for a second year in a row from Boston Magazine! Dr. Coleman works in both our Groton and Fitchburg office! Congratulations on this accomplishment, Dr. Coleman!

Boston Magazine

We are proud to announce Dr. James Sheehy has been named Top Doctor for a second year in a row from Boston Magazine! Dr. Sheehy sees patients out of our Westford office location. Congratulations on this accomplishment, Dr. Sheehy!

Boston Magazine

Winter weather alert! To keep our staff members and patients safe, all our offices will be closed tomorrow, 2/13 for inclement weather. We will reopen on Wednesday, 2/14! ❄️

We are proud to announce Dr. Karen Hiltunen has been named Top Doctor for a second year in a row from Boston Magazine. You can make an appointment to see Dr. Hiltunen in our Groton office. Congratulations on this accomplishment, Dr. Hiltunen!

Boston Magazine

When Can Kids Get the Updated COVID Vaccine? Nearly all children  6 months and older are eligible for COVID vaccines. Learn the recommended dose and type of vaccine for your child here.

Our new Tiny Fingers Tiny Toes class schedule is now available! New this year: for selected Groton classes our staff will be able to verify your car seat is properly installed per the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration guidelines.

Cradle Cap: Pediatrician’s Tips for Parents (Seborrheic Dermatitis) | AAP If your baby gets crusty, scaly patches on their skin, what do you do? Dr. DeWayne Pursley with the American Academy of Pediatrics offers top tips on how to ...

Our Westford and Groton offices are in the Halloween spirit today! If you're in for an appointment today, let us know which Care Bear or character you saw!

Have a safe and spook-tacular Halloween!👻🎃

Edible Ma*****na Dangers: How Parents Can Prevent THC Poisoning It's important for parents understand how edible marijuana products are packaged, the amount of THC they contain, how the drug is absorbed in the body and what to do when a child accidentally eats them. Learn more here.

RSV: When It's More Than Just a Cold ​​Almost all children get RSV at least once before they are 2 years old. For most healthy children, RSV is like a cold. But, some children get very sick with RSV. With RSV season starting earlier than usual again this year, here's what parents need to know.​

Before or as soon as your child begins crawling or walking, take extra steps to make sure harmful items are out of reach, and ideally stored & locked away. Learn more: https://t.co/r6UjGk3zfa pic.twitter.com/DaD7ZI078O— HealthyChildren () September 27, 2023

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Pediatricians recommend hearing screenings for all newborns. Check out our parent FAQ on hearing screenings during : https://t.co/Y1oyaRZD06 pic.twitter.com/Z5zGW1cqBA— HealthyChildren () September 27, 2023

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Although sudden cardiac death in young people isn't common, even one life lost is too many. You can take steps that can help reduce the risk of these tragedies, such as scheduling regular well-child visits and sports physicals and encouraging CPR and AED training in your community. Learn about causes, prevention, screening & more:

Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Young People According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 2,000 young, seemingly healthy people under age 25 in the United States die each year of sudden cardiac arrest. These deaths leave behind a huge and devastating impact on families and communities. But there are ways to help ide...

It’s critical to make your home environment as safe as possible for your kids. Learn about preventing furniture tip-overs during :

Preventing Furniture and TV Tip-Overs Childproofing your home? Be sure to anchor furniture such as dressers to the wall. A child is rushed to the emergency department at least once every single hour of every single day with injuries from a furniture or TV tip-over.​

Water Beads: Harmful if Swallowed, Put in Ears ​Water-absorbing gel beads sold as children's toys and used in vases and gardens are a growing problem among young children.​

Salmonella Infections in Children Salmonella bacteria are known to cause gastrointestinal problems. This type of illness, called gastroenteritis, usually affects the small intestine and is a common reason for diarrhea in children. Salmonella infections occur most often in children younger than 4 years. 

: If you have questions about vaccines don't hesitate to ask your pediatrician! They know your child's health history and can talk with you about specific vaccines recommended. Learn more: https://t.co/MR1GkC8Fwe https://t.co/GJR07xgDBw

All About the Recommended Immunization Schedules The American Academy of Pediatrics, in collaboration with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, released the annual immunization schedule for children and adolescents, outlining all the vaccines that are recommended to promote health.

: Did you know that routine vaccines help the immune system recognize and resist viruses? When everyone is up to date on vaccinations it reduces the spread of illnesses that affect all children.
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How Your Child’s Immune System Updates after Vaccinations | AAP Many parents want to know how their child’s immune system is strengthened after vaccinations. Getting vaccinated is like an update for your computer or phone...

: For teens with ADHD, it can often feel like their minds are racing. In a new video, Kai shares how meditating has helped his ADHD symptoms and has improved his mental health.

How Meditation Helps My ADHD | AAP #shorts Finding focus when you have ADHD isn’t always easy. You might have racing thoughts and other distracting symptoms. Meditation can help for some. Kai shares h...

Our office will be closed today from 12-2 for a staff meeting. We apologize for the inconvenience. If you need to reach a nurse please call 978-577-0437. Thank you!

Pediatrics West's hours will be 7-6:30 from April 15-19. To reach a nurse please call 978-577-0437. Thank you!

Pediatrics West will be closed from 11:30-2:30 today for a staff meeting. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Due to inclement weather, Pediatrics West will be opening at 9am, tomorrow, March 4. If you need to reach a nurse, please call 978-577-0437.

For the safety of our staff and patients, we will be opening at 8am, tomorrow, Friday, November 16, 2018.

To speak with a nurse, please call 978-577-0437.