Pediatric Travel Center

Every year families all over the United States travel abroad to different countries to expose themselves to new and vibrant cultures. Unfortunately they also end up exposing themselves to infections and bacteria. It is estimated that half of all the US based vacationers visiting under-developed countries contract some form of illness during this time. The Pediatric Travel Center is dedicated to preparing families for their International trips from a health care perspective. We want you to have the best holiday possible and with our guidance, support and suggestions, you will be well prepared to make this happen.

Purpose of the Pediatric Travel Center
The immune system of young children is in a growing and developing phase. It is not as robust as that of adults and consequently children have a tendency of contracting viruses and suffering from infections more so than adults. When you visit a foreign country, your child is exposed to a whole new set of bacteria and depending on their age, the risk varies. Our pediatric travel center has a team of travel specialists who make it their business to know how to protect your child. Following your consultation with us, you will rest assured knowing that you have taken all steps possible to keep your child healthy and safe during your vacation.

Travel Services Offered
Before you embark on any International travel, it is a good idea to check in with our pediatric travel specialists as they can provide you substantial support from a healthcare perspective.

Firstly our team is well-informed of the risks associated with different countries and combinations of countries in different parts of the world. The first part of our services include providing you with a country specific briefing on all the potential risks you might have to prepare yourself for.

Prescriptions for Appropriate Pre-emptive Medication
Secondly we will provide you suggestion on the medications you should carry with you when you are going to specific countries. We are aware of the more common predicaments American children face in certain parts of the world and will provide you prescriptions and instructions of the medicines that will work best in case of any illness. Your peace of mind will be infinitely more when you know what might come your way and more importantly that you are well equipped to deal with it.

Our pediatric travel team is also equipped to provide all the required vaccines including ones for diseases that are eradicated in the United States but not in other countries. Of course we will also advise you on which ones you should take depending on the country you are visiting.

Our 24-Hour Support
Finally if the worst happens and your child gets ill, we offer a 24-hour helpline with trained personnel ready to offer you all the advice, guidance and support you need in this worrying time.

The best way to handle the unexpected is to expect it. With our help at the Winthrop Pediatric Travel Center, you will know what you can expect from your visit to the country of your choice. Even better, you have all the tools you need to manage any crisis in the unlikely event that it should occur.

Contact Winthrop Pediatric Associates today to make an appointment.

Winthrop Pediatric Associates proudly serves Nassau & Suffolk counties in Long Island, New York, and the entire NY-Metropolitan area.