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4th of July

Independence Day, July 4th, is a momentous occasion in our nations history. We in the United States of America celebrate this day with trips to the beach, vacations, and fireworks. Please have a joyous and safe 4th of July. Sunscreen: Sunscreen should be applied and re-applied after a couple hours in the sun for all […]

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Ear Piercing

Ear Piercing is still done in our office by Dr. Perilloux. Please see the page on our website regarding Ear Piercing. Ear piercing in the lower ear lobe only. We pierce with 24K gold earrings only. Ear piercing is $70 Contact our office (225) 928-0867 if interested or for more information.

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International Travel Medicine

Our physicians are very knowledgeable and active in Travel Medicine advice, procedures and vaccines. We are one of only a couple offices in Baton Rouge that can administer the Yellow Fever vaccine to adults and children. We prescribe prophylaxis for malaria too. We have all the travel vaccines that are required for international travel. Please […]

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Woman’s Hospital Baby Grand

Woman’s Hospital holds an event called Baby Grand. Part of that event on a Saturday morning is a section or area called “meet the pediatricians” which some of our pediatricians will be in attendance. This is a great opportunity for expectant mothers to talk with and learn a little about different pediatricians in the Baton […]

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FAQ about partnership with Ochsner Health

This page has been developed to provide you with answers to frequently asked questions about the new agreement between Associates in Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine and Ochsner Health. Please email [email protected] if you have any additional questions. Why is Associates in Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine joining Ochsner? Associates in Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine is passionate […]

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COVID-19 Vaccines Facts and Myths

COVID-19 Vaccine Facts and Myths COVID-19 vaccines help your body develop immunity to the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 without you having to get the illness. The Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines available as of January 2021 are messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccines.  Messenger RNA is a single strand of genetic code that cells can “read” and […]

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Back to School and COVID-19

  The spring and summer of 2020 has brought many changes to all of our lives due to COVID-19.  COVID-19 is a moving target; however, each day, we are getting one step closer to defeating it.  We as Pediatricians daily get asked questions about COVID-19 as it relates to children. 1. Should my children go […]

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APAM FOR COVID

Associates in Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Dr. Elofson, Fakouri, Perilloux and Cook are available for your medicine needs.  The American Academy of Pediatrics and CDC are recommending NOT deferring your check-ups and vaccines if your child is under 2 years old.  Our office is OPEN in the mornings, primarily, for well-visits and non-contagious conditions.  Protect […]

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Measles

Measles (rubeola) is an extremely contagious disease. News reports from the CDC and others are indicating that the Winter 2019 Measles outbreak that started in Washington state, has spread to at least 18 other states, including Texas, specifically many cases in the Houston area. While we in Baton Rouge have not yet seen a recent […]

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Infant Sleep Training

Does your baby wake throughout the night?  Is she very difficult to get to sleep?  Does your toddler leave his room at night and try to get in your bed? Our pediatricians in Baton Rouge are very experienced with solving infant sleep problems.  In addition to examining the child for any physical reasons for poor […]

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