Park Avenue Pediatrics has been recognized for meeting quality metrics for infant immunizations.
“This prestigious recognition highlights the practice's unwavering commitment to ensuring the youngest members of our community are protected from preventable diseases,” Dr. Sandeep Tiwari of the practice.
The award was granted by Community Care of Physician Network, which is the largest network of independent medical practices in the state and is a non-profit organization covering more than 1,100 practices statewide.
CCPN honored Park Avenue Pediatrics during its annual clinician’s conference held in Greensboro on May 30.
The award recognizes Park Avenue Pediatrics’s top 10 performance to high rates of infant and flu vaccinations, which Tiwari said exceeds “the rigorous quality benchmarks set for pediatric care by the Centers for Disease Control and CMS. We are incredibly proud to receive this award. It's a direct reflection of the mothers of the infants we serve and tireless efforts of our entire team — from our providers and nurses to our administrative staff — who prioritize patient education, meticulous record-keeping, and ensuring every child in our care receives their necessary immunizations on schedule. We believe strongly in the power of vaccines to protect not just individual children, but our entire community."
Kadesha Debrew, mother of 2-year-old Kenzie Taylor said, “Park Avenue Pediatrics always encourages me to make sure my daughter is up to date with all her vaccinations and nurses are always patient with my baby when it comes to administering the shots.”
Ashley Hux, said, “Our main goal is to help spread preventative care awareness to our parents. Last season we had a very harsh late flu season and it's important for our parents to know how critical it is for their children to receive a flu shot, especially very vulnerable ones under 2 years of age.”
The importance of high infant immunization rates cannot be overstated, Tiwari said. “Vaccines are one of the most effective public health interventions, dramatically reducing the incidence of life-threatening diseases. By preventing widespread outbreaks of diseases like measles, mumps, pertussis, influenza, and polio, strong immunization programs contribute to community protection or herd immunity, safeguarding those who are too young to be vaccinated, have compromised immune systems, or cannot receive certain vaccines for medical reasons.”
Studies by organizations like the CDC have shown that routine childhood immunizations and influenza immunizations prevent millions of illnesses, hospitalizations, and deaths, leading to substantial direct and societal cost savings.
“The recognition of Park Avenue Pediatrics serves as an inspiring example for healthcare providers across the region and underscores the vital role that local practices play in safeguarding public health.”
