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WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE INCONVENIENCE. IF YOU ARE CALLING WITH GENERAL QUESTIONS, PLEASE SEND US A PORTAL MESSAGE. IF YOU GET DISCONNECTED, PLEASE CALL US BACK. WE ARE WORKING ON THIS WITH OUR PHONE COMPANY AND HOPE TO GET THIS RESOLVED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
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Update: Immunization Schedule
East Bay Pediatrics does not anticipate any changes to our vaccine schedule or to the availability of vaccines to our patients. We stand by the American Academy of Pediatrics published vaccine schedule which is also supported by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the West Coast Health Alliance (WCHA).
California also passed a law AB144 which went into effect Jan 1, 2026: Health insurance companies in California must pay for vaccines recommended by the California Department of Public Health even if federal recommendations narrow.
East Bay Pediatrics does not anticipate any changes to our vaccine schedule or to the availability of vaccines to our patients. We stand by the American Academy of Pediatrics published vaccine schedule which is also supported by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the West Coast Health Alliance (WCHA).
California also passed a law AB144 which went into effect Jan 1, 2026: Health insurance companies in California must pay for vaccines recommended by the California Department of Public Health even if federal recommendations narrow.
2025-26 Immunization Recommendations
California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has joined with Washington, Oregon, and Hawaii to form the West Coast Health Alliance (WCHA), which has recently published its recommendations for Immunizations for this fall and winter. Click here to view their recommendations, which include giving COVID vaccine to all those who desire vaccination.
To learn how to get these vaccinations for your child, click on the Appointments tab in the menu and choose Influenza, COVID or RSV.
California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has joined with Washington, Oregon, and Hawaii to form the West Coast Health Alliance (WCHA), which has recently published its recommendations for Immunizations for this fall and winter. Click here to view their recommendations, which include giving COVID vaccine to all those who desire vaccination.
To learn how to get these vaccinations for your child, click on the Appointments tab in the menu and choose Influenza, COVID or RSV.
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2025-2026 Flu Season - Flu Vaccine
Starting in September, East Bay Pediatrics patients can schedule an appointment to get a Flu vaccine. We are also offering flu to parents. Please visit our Flu Vaccine page for more information. https://www.eastbaypediatrics.com/flu-vaccine.html ___________________________________________ |
November 14, 2025
Baby Formula Recall Update (ByHeart) ByHeart has issued a nationwide voluntary recall of all its infant formula products after a cluster of infant botulism cases was identified in babies who had consumed their formula. While the exact source of contamination has not been confirmed, federal and state health agencies are actively investigating, and unopened cans are being tested for C. botulinum spores. At this time, at least 15 infants in 12 states have been diagnosed with botulism, but no deaths have been reported. ByHeart accounts for only about 1% of U.S. formula sales, so this recall is not expected to cause shortages. If your family uses ByHeart formula: stop using it immediately and follow FDA instructions for returns or refunds. The CDC recommends keeping the formula for one month so that it can be tested if your baby develops symptoms. Monitor your baby closely for symptoms such as constipation, weak feeding, a weak cry, droopy eyelids, or reduced movement, and seek medical care right away for any concerns. Most other infant formulas remain safe, and it is generally fine to switch to another comparable product. For more details, including symptoms to watch for and safe formula-handling practices, please see the American Academy of Pediatrics FAQ (linked here: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/tips-tools/ask-the-pediatrician/Pages/What-should-I-know-about-the-infant-formula-recall.aspx) Risk period: If a baby has been drinking ByHeart formula but is switched off it, the highest-risk window for symptoms is roughly the first 7-14 days after stopping, with risk continuing to decline after that. By 3-4 weeks, a baby who remains completely asymptomatic is very unlikely to develop infant botulism from prior exposure. Reassurance: Infant botulism typically starts slowly (often first with constipation, then weaker feeding, weaker cry, decreased movement). It does not appear suddenly in a well-baby who has been symptom-free for weeks. If parents notice any early signs, they should contact their pediatrician right away, but if their baby looks normal and feeds normally through those first couple of weeks, they are generally past the main risk period. Feeding supplies: Bottles and nipples do not need to be thrown away, but they require more than regular dish soap and water. Wash them well in hot, soapy water to remove any formula residue, then sterilize with a sterilizer. Spores may require UV sterilization if your sterilizer has that setting. This extra sterilization step is important because botulism spores can survive routine washing but are killed by proper UV sterilization. August 29, 2025
2025-2026 Flu Season - Flu Vaccine Starting in September, East Bay Pediatrics patients can schedule an appointment to get a Flu vaccine. We are also offering flu to parents. Please visit our Flu Vaccine page for more information. https://www.eastbaypediatrics.com/flu-vaccine.html 
Dear Friends, It's "Time to Say Goodbye." As you know, I have been gradually reducing my days in the office over the past few years. I shall be retiring from active practice on May 15, 2025. Please notify East Bay Pediatrics staff of your provider preference for ongoing care. Families who have designated me as the primary provider for their children should choose one of my colleagues to serve in this role. I am very enthusiastic about the ten board-certified pediatricians who practice at East Bay Pediatrics. All of these physicians are experienced providers with intelligence, skill, judgment, and concern for patient care. Our two newest associates Beth Hodges, and Lauren Bouton are exceptional caregivers with many years of private practice experience in other locations. It has been both a privilege and a pleasure to have provided care to thousands of children over the past 50 years. I have much enjoyed the role as your consultant on how you want to raise your children - the relationships have been rewarding, the ability for us to educate each other has been invaluable, and the opportunity to promote wellness and to prevent illness has been my goal. Communication and compassionate care have been important guiding principles. I am proud that East Bay Pediatrics will continue to serve our children and adolescents in independent practice for our community in the years to come. I shall miss all of you and the outstanding staff at East Bay Pediatrics. . Sincerely, , Richard L. Oken, M.D. FAAP Measles FAQ: 1. My child had the measles vaccine series. Does my child need another? Measles vaccines are usually given at 1 year and 4 years old. If your child had two MMR vaccines, your child does not need another MMR vaccine, even during an outbreak. 2. My child has only had one measles vaccine. Should my child get the second shot now? One dose provides 93% protection. So if your child had the first vaccine, your child is sufficiently protected and can get the second dose at the 4 year old visit. 3. My child is under 1 year old and has not received the measles vaccine. Should my child receive a measles vaccine now? Our area is currently not considered a high risk area. Most babies can wait until the 1 year visit to be vaccinated. 4. We are traveling to a high risk area. Should my child receive a measles vaccine? The AAP and CDC recommend measles vaccination prior to international travel and travel to high risk areas. Right now, high risk areas include certain regions in Texas and New Mexico. -If your child has already had two MMR shots, your child does not need another dose. -If your child has had one MMR shot, your child has sufficient protection and can wait until the next well visit for a second shot. -If your child is over 6 months old and has not yet had the MMR shot, your child can receive the vaccine before the first birthday but it will not count toward the routine series and will still need two shots after 1 year old. Ideally the shot is given at least two weeks prior to travel. Most of the time, this dose can be given during a routine visit. Please call our nurses to schedule a vaccine appointment if you do not already have an appointment 925-438-1100, option 3 -If your child is under 6 months old, your child is too young to receive MMR vaccine. 5. When should I worry that my child has measles? Usually there is a known exposure to measles since the disease is rare in the US. Measles presents with fever and rash at the same time. The rash usually starts in the face and spreads down to the trunk. The child will be lethargic and have cold symptoms such as cough and congestion and red eyes. If your child may have been exposed to someone with measles and has these symptoms, please call. Our doctors will see the child outside the office to prevent further spread. If your child is very sick, go to the ER. Welcome Dr. Lauren Bouton!
East Bay Pediatrics is happy to welcome the addition of Dr. Lauren Bouton to our team. Dr. Bouton is a Bay Area native who has returned home after practicing for several years in Oregon. Learn more on Our Providers page. 
FLU VACCINE AND COVID Online scheduling is no longer available, please call our office if you need to schedule an appointment. Online scheduling will re-open next season around September. We will update our website once available. See video below
Latest NewsWinter illnesses are here! 11/5/2022 After a few years of few illnesses to worry about other than COVID-19, winter illnesses have hit us hard. Remember to wash your hands regularly. Wear your mask if you are not feeling well. Stay home if you have a fever! Read More Here. |
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Berkeley Office
2999 Regent Street #325 Berkeley, CA 94705 Fax: (510) 841-5650 HOURS: Monday - Friday: 8AM-5:30PM Saturday Urgent Care (see Appointment Page) Sunday: Closed Directions from Ashby BART Station (0.9 mile walk): - Head north on Adeline St. towards Essex St. - Turn right onto Ashby St. and walk for 0.7 miles - Turn right onto Regent St. |
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Orinda Office
96 Davis Road, Suite 2 Orinda, CA 94563 Fax: (925) 254-1054 HOURS: Monday - Friday: 8AM-5:30PM Saturday & Sunday: Closed Directions from Orinda BART Station (0.5 mile walk): - Head northeast on Camino Pablo towards Brookwood Rd. - Turn left onto Southwood Dr. - Turn left onto Northwood Dr. - Turn left onto Davis Rd. (entrance is on Bates Blvd.) |
Phone Numbers
Main Line
(925) 438-1100
Medical Advice
(and same day sick appointments)
(925) 254-9203 & choose option 3
Hours: 9:00am-12:30pm and 2:00pm-5:00pm
Future Appointments
(and Medical Records, Forms)
(925) 438-1100 & choose option 5
New patients option 6
Hours: 9:30am-12:30pm and 2:00pm-4:30pm
Referrals and Authorizations
(925) 438-1100 & choose option 7
Hours: 9:30am-12:30pm and 2:00pm-4:30pm
Billing & Insurance
(925) 438-1100 & choose option 7
or contact our billing company PedsOne at (866) 371-6118
Hours: 9:30am-12:30pm and 2:00pm-4:30pm
(925) 438-1100
Medical Advice
(and same day sick appointments)
(925) 254-9203 & choose option 3
Hours: 9:00am-12:30pm and 2:00pm-5:00pm
Future Appointments
(and Medical Records, Forms)
(925) 438-1100 & choose option 5
New patients option 6
Hours: 9:30am-12:30pm and 2:00pm-4:30pm
Referrals and Authorizations
(925) 438-1100 & choose option 7
Hours: 9:30am-12:30pm and 2:00pm-4:30pm
Billing & Insurance
(925) 438-1100 & choose option 7
or contact our billing company PedsOne at (866) 371-6118
Hours: 9:30am-12:30pm and 2:00pm-4:30pm
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