Fisher Pediatrics

10/05/2026

We have been seeing an increase in e bike/ e scooter accidents and ER visits among our patients. The injuries are severe. Please read the article about e bike safety. From a safety standpoint, children ages 9-12 should not be riding e bikes. Ages 9-15 should be on a class 1 which goes up to 20 mph while pedaling. Ages 16 and up can ride class 1 or 2 which allows up to 20 mph with a throttle. Always, always, always, wear a helmet. Elbow and knee pads wouldn't be a bad idea either as we are seeing some pretty bad road rash with the e bike and e scooter accidents.

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10/05/2026

Don't let the flu ruin fall break, football games, or Halloween! For your convenience, flu shots are available for the entire family at Fisher Pediatrics. Call the office or schedule through the portal.

10/02/2026

Last year when we had one case of measles in Indiana, the media covered it frequently. Now we have over 20 cases and I haven't seen it mentioned. On Sept 27th there was a confirmed case of measles at the Fort Wayne Zoo. Anyone at the Fort Wayne Zoo was exposed to measles, and symptoms would likely happen over the next two weeks. So far all but one of the cases of measles have been in unvaccinated patients, but regardless, it is helpful to be aware that measles is now in Indiana. With 20+ cases, I expect the number to go up, not down, over the winter. If we hear that it has spread to Hancock or Marion counties we will update on Facebook. Thanks, Dr. Fisher

09/29/2026

Fisher Pediatrics is excited for all things fall! We've got a fun photo op this year with our Cat in the Hat scarecrow. Be sure to tag us! We'd love to see your pics 🎃
Oh, and stay tuned for the 3rd annual staff pumpkin decorating contest. Pumpkins will be displayed on October 5th. You can cast your votes in person or on our socials 🎃

09/28/2026

Last year was the first time the US had less than 50% of children vaccinated for flu. This article shows a steady decline in immunization for the last several years and slightly under 500 kids have died over the last two winters, most of which were unvaccinated. This trend will definitely keep us busy this winter, but I wish it were not the case for the safety of our children. Flu vaccines decrease your chance of death by 80% or more, even when the shot "doesn't match". Dr Fisher

09/27/2026

I give a "New Dads" class every month at Community North. This month one of the dads asked how he can tell if the doctor they are interviewing to be their pediatrician "knows what he/she is doing." It is a great question, you can't tell from the look of the office, or by how friendly the doctor is, and reviews usually focus on the service and personal connection to the doctor, and not about if they prescribe the appropriate antibiotic at the right dose, for the right duration, for the right reason, or if they are up to date on the most recent evidence based guidelines. My advice to the dad was that he should ask that at the meet and greets they were going to go to prior to delivering their newborn. How would I answer that question? I have been doing this for 25 years, it would be easy to "coast" at this point, but that just isn't in me. Throughout my career I have sporadically taught PA and NP students, and currently have a contract with Butler University to train their Physician Assistant students, having a new student roughly every month. I find this is one of the best ways to stay up to date. Teaching is a responsibility, and I don't want our students leaving our office being trained on outdated dogma, I want them to be as current as possible. This makes me question myself almost on a daily basis. They ask a lot of questions, and if I feel like my answer doesn't have a solid, current, medical rational, I will admit that and research what is current. This back and forth questioning of everything we do has already led to practice guidelines being updated in our office that directly impact patient care. Caitlynn (our PNP) has also been very helpful in pushing us both to continue our education. We both will often question the other about a decision or treatment strategy, which will often lead us to investigate the issue or condition further. I very much encourage being questioned by staff and students about why I am doing things, which keeps me on my toes, pushes us to be better, and never allows us to become complacent. The end result is better, more up to date care for your children. Have a great week (and make sure to get your flu shot!) - Dr Fisher

09/26/2026

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The office is open Saturday, September 26th from 8:30-11:30 for sick and acute care visits. Call or schedule thru the portal.

09/19/2026

Hello, I am excited introduce "The Story of the Swamp Monster", a book I wrote many years ago, but just recently published. There are copies in the exam rooms, and if you read it, I would really appreciate a review on Amazon or Barnes & Noble to hopefully help the book's exposure on those websites. Additionally, if you want a copy of your own, the paperback and kindle versions are available on Amazon, and the paperback and hardcover versions are available on Barnes & Nobles. We plan to have some for sale at the office in October. The book deals with nighttime fears and anxiety, and finding the similarities between ourselves and others, even when initially we seem very different! There was an early version of the book on our website for a few weeks, but it has been reworked considerably since then. Hopefully those of you with preschool and grade school children will enjoy it. Have a great weekend, Dr. Fisher

09/18/2026

The office is open Saturday, September 19th from 8:30-10:30 for sick and acute visits. Call or schedule through the portal.

09/17/2026

Parents, Did you know you can get your flu shot at Fisher Pediatics, too? Schedule the family to come in and get vaccinated together.