Columbia Heights: New Patients

We believe kids do better when they have reliable, comprehensive care — whether it’s working to keep your child healthy through preventive care, helping your child feel better when they’re sick or coordinating care when additional services are needed. Our goal is to provide your family with the foundation for a lifetime of good health.

At Children’s Health Centers, through primary care “plus,” your child has access to a medical home when your child is well. This medical home provides assessment, basic treatment and care resources for primary care as well as some specialty services. Additionally, if your child is sick, he or she is welcome at any of our health centers around the city – wherever is most convenient for you.

Immunization Policy

Our team firmly believes in the effectiveness of immunizations to prevent serious illnesses and save lives. We also firmly believe in the safety of immunizations. Our offices follow the immunization schedule outlined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American Academy of Pediatrics, which has been scientifically tested for safety and efficacy.

There is no such thing as an approved "alternative" immunization schedule. We will be happy to provide information to help you understand the science behind immunizations, as we have a commitment to our patients to keep them safe and provide the best pediatric care available. This includes giving immunizations on time, according to the CDC/AAP schedule.