By Karen McBride
Dr. Michele Johnson-Towson, Pediatric Place of Tampa, is a board-certified pediatrician with 30 years of experience in caring for children ages newborn to 21 years old.
Students headed back to school last month which means, the cold and flu season is not far behind. Kids share germs right along with academics and sports. The doctor is encouraging patients to schedule flu shots starting in September. The flu shot which contains coverage against the influenza A&B strains is available in proper doses for ages 6 months and up.
Same-week appointments are available for school physicals at Pediatric Place of Tampa, and the practice accepts all insurances as well as self-pay patients. New patients are always welcome!
Dr. Johnson-Towson and her staff are dedicated to keeping patients both healthy and educated on changes in children’s health care. Pediatric Place of Tampa offers Urgent Care hours to accommodate sick children after work, school, and/or daycare. Urgent Care hours are available Monday – Friday until 7pm and Saturday 8am until noon.
Pediatric Place of Tampa is conveniently located at 1338 W. Fletcher Avenue in Tampa. Call today at 813-264-2288 to schedule an appointment for school physicals, checkups, and flu shots.