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GPAM WILL VACCINATE FOR YOUR FOREIGN TRAVEL
Did you know you can come into our office visit prior to your trip out of the country for your vaccinations? Your doctor will want to see you to make sure you have ...Read Full Story
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE INCLUDES HEALTHY EATING
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL FARMERS MARKET AND GET THE FRESHEST FOODS OF THE SEASON. CLICK HERE TO FIND A LOCAL FARMERS MARKET NEAR YOU.Read Full Story
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND BEGINS SUMMER ACTIVITIES
PRACTICE SUMMER SAFETY IN ALL YOUR ACTIVITIES. CLICK HERE FOR SAFETY TIPS ON WATER SAFETY, GRILLING SAFETY, AND CAR SAFETY. Don't forget to ...Read Full Story
YMCA has summer activities for your kids
THIS SUMMER - LOOK AT THE YMCA FOR SUMMER FITNESS AND ACTIVITIES FOR YOUR CHILDREN. Go to their website to see locations of Gwinnett facilities and camping areas.Read Full Story
SUMMER FITNESS FOR KIDS
Georgia heat and humidty makes it feel more than 100 degrees outside. Children tend to gain heat faster than adults. During exercise they may generate 20-25% ...Read Full Story
WOMENS HEALTH WEEK
GPAM wants healthy Moms! CELEBRATE NATIONAL WOMEN'S HEALTH WEEK May 13-May 19. Visit your health professional for a health check-up - Take time for ...Read Full Story
SUMMER CHECK UP SCHEDULE
Get your sports physical for free at your annual checkup. We are scheduling through July for your child's checkup. Many insurance plans now eliminate your ...Read Full Story
BABY SHOWER IN JUNE AT GWINNETT CENTER
Join the "Baby Shower" Expo June 9-10, 2012 at Gwinnett Center. This should be a great event with lots of giveaways. Dr. Oz, Liza Huber, Lisa Oz, ...Read Full Story
SAFE KIDS USE HAS NEW APP FOR CONCUSSION
SAFE KIDS USA IS GIVING AWAY 3000 APPS FOR PARENTS AND COACHES TO USE TO HELP DETERMINE IF A CHILD HAS A CONCUSSION. FOLLOW LINK TO SAFEKIDS FOR MORE SAFETY ...Read Full Story
Stranger Danger is topic of next newsletter
There has been suspicious activity in the Norcross and Peachtree Corners area. The topic of our next newsletter has links to various sites to help educate your ...Read Full Story
RECALLS FOR SUMMER
Check the CPSC site for summer recalls. Also, check out the section on pool safety. It has helpful hints for your summer safety. This Bicycle carrier seat ...Read Full Story
TRANSITIONING FROM PEDIATRIC TO ADULT MEDICINE
Your child may transition to the "teen center" after age 13. Also, between the ages of 18 and 21 years your child may transition to adult ...Read Full Story
FDA questions AeroShot safety
AeroShot is manufactured as a caffeine and vitamin supplement for extra energy. The FDA warns that it is not for children less than 18 years even though labeling ...Read Full Story
FRUIT JUICE CONSUMPTION IS HIGHER THAN RECOMMENDED
The AAP recommends one glass of fruit juice daily for children ages 1-6 years even if it is 100% juice. It is important to look for juice products that are 100% ...Read Full Story
TEXT MESSAGES ARE AVAILABLE FOR APPOINTMENT REMINDERS
We usually call to remind you 2 days before your scheduled appointment - NOW, we can notify you via text. Just make sure we have your cell ...Read Full Story
AFTER HOURS CARE - NEW KIDSTIME OFFICE in Suwanee is open
There is an alternative to the Emergency Room for "After Hours Care". We are now affiliated with KidsTime Pediatrics, an after hours clinic, not far from ...Read Full Story
Teens - Power up your Body
POWER UP YOUR BODY. Eat a balanced breakfast to improve mood and reduce mid-morning cravings. Healthier breakfasts include: Smoothies with fresh ...Read Full Story
Do we pay attention to our Teenagers?
Let's face it, young people are often overlooked. I guess adults don't remember that it's frustrating to be ignored. Young people have some really brilliant ideas, but ...Read Full Story
NEW PRESCRIPTION RULES FOR ADD MEDICATIONS
THE STATE OF GEORGIA has issued new rules and regulations for prescriptions for certain medications used to treat ADD and ADHD. If you have a prescription ...Read Full Story
FAMILY DINNERS CAN DECREASE DRUG, ALCOHOL, AND TOBACCO USE
A survey of 2,000 showed that fewer than 3 family meals a week may increase the liklihood of your teen trying alcohol, drugs, or tobacco. Please click here to read ...Read Full Story
Acne is a year round problem.
Most teens are affected by acne, but many are too embarrassed to ask their doctor for help. In most cases, acne is a temporary condition associated with puberty. Rarely, ...Read Full Story
EAR PIERCING AND WART REMOVAL
DID YOU KNOW THAT WE CAN PIERCE YOUR CHILD'S EARS IN THE OFFICE. Contact our schedulers for details. We are also removing simple warts in the office. This ...Read Full Story
SPORTS FORMS - Updated - No charge with checkup
The Physicians of GPAM want parents to realize the importance of annual checkups after the age of 3. A checkup is beneficial in evaluating the health, growth, ...Read Full Story

We are the oldest established pediatric practice in Gwinnett County. Thanks to our patients, we have been awareded "Best of Gwinnett for 2011". We currently have 3 locations in Gwinnett County - Lawrenceville, Duluth, and Hamilton Mill and a Teen Center in Lawrenceville. Office hours are 8:30 - 4:30 Monday through Friday. The Lawrenceville office is open for urgent visits only Saturdays 9 - 12 noon. Our phone lines open at 7:30 a.m. Mon- Friday and 8:30 a.m. Saturday. READ MOE about us

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