MMR Vaccine Update

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Dear SBP Families,

With the news of the measles outbreak in Texas, we have understandably received an increasing number of calls and messages regarding measles and the MMR vaccine. Measles is a very contagious but vaccine preventable disease.

There are no cases of measles in Connecticut, and the state has high vaccination coverage (97.7% of kindergarten students were reported to be up to date during the 2023-2024 school year). Currently, the CT Department of Public Health in accordance with the CDC, recommends MMR vaccine at the usual times and intervals, unless you are traveling abroad to higher risk areas.

As per CDC guidance, MMR vaccine dose #1 is given at 12-15 months of age. MMR vaccine dose #2 is given at 4-6 years of age.

If you are traveling abroad where measles infection is of concern, the vaccine may be given as early as 6 months, and dose #2 as early as 28 days after the first dose.

  • For more information about measles, click here.
  • For more information about the measles vaccination and the MMR vaccine, click here.
  • As per CT DPH and the CDC, all U.S. residents 6 months or older without evidence of immunity who are planning to travel internationally should receive MMR vaccine prior to departure. For more specific guidance related to travel, click here.

Sound Beach Pediatrics has been committed to providing our patients with timely vaccinations since we started in 2016. We are dedicated to protecting our families against vaccine preventable disease. It has always been a top priority.

We will keep you informed about any important changes in the coming weeks and months.

Very best,

The Sound Beach Pediatrics Team

 

RSV Immunization (Beyfortus) Update

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We are excited to offer Beyfortus (RSV immunization with preventative antibody) this year, starting the first week of October.

RSV immunization is recommended for pregnant women (Abrysvo) and for infants (Beyfortus) ~ please see this helpful CDC link for more general information.

Specific CDC guidance on Beyfortus, including criteria for immunization, can be found here.

The State of CT has assured us that we will have sufficient supply for all infants younger than 8 months and those infants 8 to 19 months who meet specific criteria for Beyfortus over the RSV season.

However, the state is shipping Beyfortus to us in small batches.

In accordance with the guidance from Yale Pediatric Infectious Disease expert Dr. Thomas Murray, we will be providing Beyfortus with our first priority being the youngest infants and those with specific high-risk medical conditions (outlined by the CDC), as these babies are at greatest risk for more severe disease and complications.

We will contact you when your infant can receive Beyfortus in our office, based on the prioritization list.

It is recommended that all pregnant women receive the RSV immunization (Abrysvo) when available, as guided by their doctor. Infants born to mothers who receive the RSV immunization may still need to be immunized with Beyfortus.

If you are expecting a new baby in the coming months, we recommend your infant receive Beyfortus in the hospital shortly after birth.

Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding!

Dr Olivia and Dr Caro

Welcoming TWO New Pediatricians!

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Happy Summer to our SBP Families! We hope you are enjoying summer camp, beach time, swimming, and vacationing, and that you and your children are having fun.

Many new families have joined Sound Beach Pediatrics in the last few years, most often through direct referrals from our existing patients and families. (Thank you!) One of our most important challenges has been to find just the right pediatricians and staff to support our growing practice. Sound Beach Pediatrics is thrilled to announce that in our search for one new pediatrician, we found TWO outstanding physicians to join our team! 

Dr Caro and Dr Olivia

Dr Caro & Dr Olivia

Dr. Carolina Pombar will start in September. Originally from Argentina, “Dr. Caro” is fluent in Spanish and comes to us from Mt. Sinai in NYC with many years of pediatric experience. Dr. Caro will bring not only her professional expertise, but also her dynamic, creative and high-energy spirit. She is passionate about pediatric medicine, patient education, and community outreach. She has lived in Riverside with her husband and two young children (ages 7 and 9) since 2020 and is active in our community.

Dr. Olivia Devillers will start at the end of October. Born in Paris and educated in the U.S. and Israel, “Dr. Olivia” completed her pediatric residency in NYC at Montefiore in July with rave reviews from her preceptors and mentors. Dr. Olivia is excited to begin her career in pediatrics here at SBP. She is bright and eloquent, and she has a warm, calm spirit that we believe our families will appreciate. She and her husband have a 1-year old daughter and are excited to move to Stamford this summer and to be a part of this vibrant community.

All of us at SBP are eager to welcome our new physicians this fall, and are so grateful to have found such wonderful pediatricians to be a part of our group. Both physicians look forward to meeting you all. As always, we are so grateful that you have entrusted the care of your precious children to us!

Warmly,

Dr. Katy and The Sound Beach Pediatrics Team

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