Vaccination

Children Vaccination Clinic

Which children clinic should I choose for my child’s vaccination? 

Any Paediatrician OR Child Specialist near me ? OR …

These questions often come to the minds of new parents. But the guidance on this topic is sparse. Let us further delve into this.

Immunisation of children for vaccine preventable diseases is of paramount importance for all the stakeholders. Many vaccines are, thankfully, available in Government facilities but if you decide to get your child’s vaccination done at private children clinic, give a thought …Ask following questions and try to decide based on the further information.

Are vaccines given daily?

Vaccination of child is a priority and if it is not available when parents are free and motivated for the same, it might at best delay or at worst leads to missed vaccine shots. 

What are charges for vaccine? 

Vaccines are a costly affair, given the number of vaccines available now. Many times parents are unnecessarily charged over and above vaccine cost. 

Is Counselling for vaccines available? 

There are various issues parents needs to know about vaccines- which disease it is for? How efficacious? Any side effects? How many doses needed? And many more. Paediatrician needs to invest his time and effort in that. 

Is cold chain maintained for vaccines? 

Maintaining proper temperature for vaccine is an important issue for preserving its effectiveness. From manufacturing to administration to a child, it is important at each stage. Vaccines are to be kept in various compartments of refrigerators as per the guidelines and temperature must be monitored with a temperature monitoring device attached to refrigerator. 

Is there transparency for credibility of vaccine dose?

Vaccines must be checked for expiry dates, storage temperature etc. The label on vaccine containing all the details should be pasted from vaccine dose to patient’s vaccination record. 

Other Desirable qualities?

Implementing infection prevention and control measures, post vaccination observation, record maintenance, parental reminders for next dose, screening for vaccine eligibility and contraindications are few desirable qualities to look for in children vaccination clinic.

We at Smile Children Clinic, Viral Apartment, Opp. Shoppers Stop, Andheri west, Mumbai are very meticulous and protocolised in all respects about Children vaccination program. Child health is our priority! Our patient’s testimonials speak about our expert and trustworthy Children Vaccination Clinic. To book an appointment for vaccinating your kid, please call on 9226893706.