Tosa Pediatrics

BIG BIG NEWS

To kick off celebrating 50 years of Tosa Pediatrics check out the new birthday cake flavored Dum Dums. 🎉 🥳 🎂

Enjoy the 4th of July Holiday, but please do so safely!

126. That's the number of emergency department visits for firework-related injuries in last year.
13. That's the number of hospitalizations for firework-related injuries in the state last year.
25%. That's how many of the injured were kids.
If those numbers aren't enough to persuade you to leave fireworks to the professionals, use extra care when lighting your own.
▶ Buy from a reputable seller.
▶ Read all warnings and follow directions.
▶ Keep fireworks away from children.
▶ Have plenty of water handy to douse the fireworks when you're done.
Celebrate safely! Get more tips at www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/injury-prevention/fireworks.htm

Are you in need of a sooner well child check?

We understand that our providers' schedules are pretty busy this summer. Have no fear! Dr. Jenny Kovach and Cathy Bril, PA-C can see you for a sooner checkup for children ages 12 months and up!

Please call the office if you are interested in any of the available dates.

Our mental health therapist, Brian Froemming has immediate openings for therapy appointments. Feel free to fill out the interest form here https://form.jotform.com/231434451728152 and someone will contact you to schedule an intake session.

Always willing to do our part. 🥸

Congrats Tosa West Theater!!

WAUWATOSA WEST HIGH SCHOOL - Home Tosa West is one of nine schools nationwide to be selected to perform at the International Thespian Festival June 23-29, 2024! This opportunity is the highest honor for high school theatre programs. We can't wait to perform our production of Frozen on the Main Stage at ITF! Our entire set - backdrop...

Spoiling our dinner at Joy Ice Cream Social.

Tosa Farmers Market, Connect Kidz Yoga, ART 64, Tosa Greek Fest Opa.

How will you Tosa today?

The nice weather means ticks are more active! You can find out more about a tick you have collected with our Tick ID Service. Get details at www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/tick/wisconsin.htm

Does your child need a pfizer COVID vaccine? We have a limited supply of COVID-19 vaccine for infants and children 6 months to 4 years old. Remember, the primary series for Pfizer vaccines is a 3 dose schedule. Please call the office to set up a vaccine only visit.

COVID-19 Vaccination COVID-19 vaccines protect against COVID-19. Get safety info and more.

"Working hard is important, but there is something that matters even more: believing in yourself."

We are glad that Fiona's recent visit with Dr. Richer was magical. 🧙‍♀️🧙‍♂️

You aren't alone if your child is struggling to get the right nutrition- 25% or more children are described as picky eaters!

Tosa Pediatrics dietitian, Jen, is here to help. Call the office to schedule a consultation 414-774-9200.

Swan Serv-U Pharmacy, we'll vote for you if you vote for us! 😉

2024 Milwaukee Top Choice Community's Choice Awards Voting Ballot Vote for the top nominees in each category and be entered to win a $250 gift card!

Hey Third Coast Foot and Ankle, we see you 🤓

Congratulations on the nomination 🙌

2024 Milwaukee Top Choice Community's Choice Awards Voting Ballot Vote for the top nominees in each category and be entered to win a $250 gift card!

We would be honored to receive your vote for best Pediatric Clinic. Click on the link---> beauty and health ---> pediatric clinic. You can vote once a day through May 20th.

2024 Milwaukee Top Choice Community's Choice Awards Voting Ballot Vote for the top nominees in each category and be entered to win a $250 gift card!

We know our nurses are the best so we surprised them with a red carpet welcome fit for the stars they are.

We understand there was an issue with our phones earlier today. Sorry for the inconvenience. Everything is back up and running.

Are you familiar with Screenagers Movies? It is a wonderful resource for parents in the digital age. Their latest blog post discusses resolving screen time conflicts using a nurtured heart approach. Check it out!

Screenagers Blog | Fearless Parenting - Resolving Screen Time Conflicts I decided to re-visit this blog from the archives because our last podcast on how to have healthier parent-child conflicts was so popular, that I wanted to provide more help on this same topic. Here, I focus on the powerful parenting approach called the nurtured heart approach. Complimenting this bl...

Who wore it best?

(Actually, don’t answer this or we are going to hurt Dr Richer’s feelings 😉)

Anyone else as excited as we are for the eclipse?

How to Watch the Solar Eclipse With Your Kids | Parenting Tips &… Dr. Amy Mainzer, a NASA astronomer who is better known to kids as Dr. Amy from Ready Jet Go!, talks about helping children understand and safely experience…

There is currently a telephone outage in the area. Please call 262-389-5116 if you need assistance.

Thank you!

Help nominate Tosa Pediatrics (once daily) until 3/21 to move us forward to the final round!

We can be found under Beauty and Health -> Pediatric Clinic. ♥️💛💙

2024 PROGRAMNAME Community's Choice Awards Nomination Ballot Submit your favorite area companies for consideration and be entered to win a $250 gift card!

Who's up for a dance party?

"Exercise is an effective treatment for depression, with walking or jogging, yoga, and strength training more effective than other exercises, particularly when intense."
https://www.bmj.com/content/384/bmj-2023-075847

VIROLOGY UPDATE. Influenza continues to show moderate activity. COVID and RSV infections are both improved. Vaccinations remain one of the best ways to protect you, your children, and those around you.

Call to schedule a nurse visit (for yourself and your children) to ensure you are up to date with influenza and COVID vaccines.

Weekly US Map: Influenza Summary Update A Weekly Influenza Surveillance Report Prepared by the Influenza Division

It matters not what someone is born, but what they grow up to be.

Welcome to room 9 3/4.

The past few weeks have shown increased influenza cases in WI (currently categorized as high). While ideally given in the fall, It is not too late to receive your yearly flu vaccine. A yearly flu vaccine protects you and others in our community. We continue to vaccinate children and parents in the office. Call to schedule your flu vaccine today.

Weekly US Map: Influenza Summary Update A Weekly Influenza Surveillance Report Prepared by the Influenza Division

Dr. Richer has appointments available on 2/19, 3/15, and 4/18. If you would like a sooner appointment, please call the office.