Sorry for not blogging recently. We have been posting news and announcements on our facebook page, but haven't updated our blog in a while. You will see several entries from the past two months posted here.
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Apr 26, 2013
Jan 9, 2013
Flu season is in full swing!
We had a very mild winter season last year in terms of colds and flus, so most people expected this season to be a bad one. And for sure, it is turning out to be one of the worst. Here are a few recent news articles on the Flu this year:
Flu picks up steam across the US (CNN)
How bad is this flu season, really? (Yahoo)
Flu season strikes early and hard - Video (Yahoo)
Flu picks up steam across the US (CNN)
How bad is this flu season, really? (Yahoo)
Flu season strikes early and hard - Video (Yahoo)
Oct 24, 2012
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: UCSF Blue and Gold Insurance
To all our patients under the UCSF HealthNet Blue and Gold plan,
We have received several phone calls today regarding your open enrollment selection for the upcoming year (1/1/2013). Unfortunately, Dr. Wan is not part of Hills Physician, and because he is a Brown and Toland preferred provider, he is not allowed to join Hills Physician. So if you want to keep Dr. Wan as your child's Primary Care Provider, you will have to select another insurance plan such as Regular Healthnet HMO or Anthem BlueCross PPO/Basic. We also understand that those plans come with a higher premium.
If you still have questions about this, please feel free to call and our staff will be happy to assist you. Regardless of your choice, we hope we will able to continue to serve you and your child in the future.
Sincerely,
The Office of Dr. Benjamin Wan
We have received several phone calls today regarding your open enrollment selection for the upcoming year (1/1/2013). Unfortunately, Dr. Wan is not part of Hills Physician, and because he is a Brown and Toland preferred provider, he is not allowed to join Hills Physician. So if you want to keep Dr. Wan as your child's Primary Care Provider, you will have to select another insurance plan such as Regular Healthnet HMO or Anthem BlueCross PPO/Basic. We also understand that those plans come with a higher premium.
If you still have questions about this, please feel free to call and our staff will be happy to assist you. Regardless of your choice, we hope we will able to continue to serve you and your child in the future.
Sincerely,
The Office of Dr. Benjamin Wan
Aug 29, 2012
FLU VACCINE AVAILABLE!
To all our patients,
As of yesterday, we have received all our flu vaccines for this upcoming Flu season. That includes the Inactivated Flu Shot (Preservative-Free) for 3 years and up, the Inactivated Flu shot (Preservative-Free) for 6 -35 months, and the Flu mist nasal spray for 2 years and older. It is recommended for all children 6 months or older to receive the Flu vaccine. If you have an infant under the age of 6 months, it is also recommended for all household members to get vaccinated, so you should still schedule the older siblings to get the flu vaccine.
If you would like your child to get the flu vaccine, please call our office so that we can schedule an appointment for you.
For more information, you can download the Vaccine Information Statement for the Influenza Vaccine here.
Thank you!
As of yesterday, we have received all our flu vaccines for this upcoming Flu season. That includes the Inactivated Flu Shot (Preservative-Free) for 3 years and up, the Inactivated Flu shot (Preservative-Free) for 6 -35 months, and the Flu mist nasal spray for 2 years and older. It is recommended for all children 6 months or older to receive the Flu vaccine. If you have an infant under the age of 6 months, it is also recommended for all household members to get vaccinated, so you should still schedule the older siblings to get the flu vaccine.
If you would like your child to get the flu vaccine, please call our office so that we can schedule an appointment for you.
For more information, you can download the Vaccine Information Statement for the Influenza Vaccine here.
Thank you!
Aug 27, 2012
Considering circumcision?
Are you wondering about whether or not to circumcise your newborn son? Well, a new statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) says that the benefits outweigh the risks. This is mainly because of studies showing that circumcised males are less likely to contract and transmit STDs (sexually transmitted diseases). However, the American Academy of Pediatrics does not necessarily recommend the procedure. They are simply making sure that the public knows the risks and benefits of the procedure. It is still completely a parental preference.
Stealing a quote from the article: "Just make an informed decision. Do your research, be open-minded.”
You can read more here.
Stealing a quote from the article: "Just make an informed decision. Do your research, be open-minded.”
You can read more here.
Aug 17, 2012
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