As of December 20th, 2019 Chesapeake Pediatrics will no longer be accepting new patients who do not follow the Center for Disease Control’s (CDC) Vaccination Schedule (www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules), as well as recommendations set forth by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). We strongly believe in the effectiveness and the safety of this vaccine schedule. If you decide not to follow this schedule or refuse vaccines, we ask that you find another practice that shares your views.

For those current patients of Chesapeake Pediatrics that are unvaccinated or behind on vaccines, we are requiring that these families catch up on the required vaccines by the next scheduled well child check-up. If you decide not to obtain vaccines, we again ask that you find another practice that shares your views.

Vaccinations are a crucial part in preventing disease among the general population. Vaccines not only benefit those who receive them, but also the vulnerable population who may not be eligible for vaccination due to age or other medical contraindications. While you may decide to assume risk that you or your child might contract a vaccine-preventable illness, we cannot assume risk for our patients.

Should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to discuss these with your provider.

We thank you for your cooperation and consideration in the matter.

Sincerely,
Chesapeake Pediatrics