Jonathan M. Flanzbaum, M.D.

After almost 30 years in practice, my "philosophy" remains somewhat fluid in keeping with new learning and with the changing world. However, some things remain constant. With infants, I do believe that vaccines are both necessary to protect each child as well as being a social obligation. Toddlers should be able to play and learn to interact with other children. They do not need to be "taught" at this age. I think that early childhood is short, and that it is more important for a child to learn social skills and the value of play than to learn how to read and write before kindergarten. School age children should be allowed to grow in their own way, and each child should be able to explore the interests that he or she is drawn to. I believe that arts, music and sports are as vital to a child's growth and development as academics. I do not think a teenager should ever feel the pressure to give up a sport or music for the sake of one more AP class. While I do understand the importance of a strong academic record, I find that it is equally important for children to be well rounded, with varied interests and experiences. The amount of stress our children are under today is immense and it is my job as a pediatrician and your job as a parent to recognize this and help our children find pathways to a more settled presence. I value exercise. One cannot have a healthy mind without a healthy body. Nor can one have a healthy body without a healthy mind. Balance is key and this starts at an early age. I believe my job as a pediatrician is not raise or parent your children, but to guide you with my experience and knowledge on the various ways you may choose to rear your children.

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