IMA Pediatrics Cares for Patients Ages Newborn and Up.
Pre-Natal Consultations Available Call Our Office at 732-888-7646
HOURS
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8am-4:30
One Saturday a month from 8am-12pm. Call Our Office for Details
Phone: (732) 888-7646
Fax: (732) 888-7649
Goldi Diamant2023-11-20Caring, friendly, all around lovely experience with Dr. Eyerkuss and the team at IMA Pediatrics. Thank you!
Graham Makely2023-10-23Dr. Eyerkuss genuinely cares about her patients and is so good with my daughter. She’s thorough and passionate about her work. My daughter and I live a good distance from the Hazlet location and we still make the trip because of the quality of care my daughter receives at this practice.
Paul Marks2023-10-20Dr. Emily was fantastic and very caring when working with our 5 year old son. Very knowledgeable! We are super glad to have her as our primary physician for our little guy. Such a charming physician! In addition, the clinic is super clean! What a needle in the hay stack to find this primary physician! Were are grateful to have her! Paul & Benda 🙂
Lisamarie Smith2023-10-20Dr. Eyerkuss was absolutely amazing, she actually sat down and spoke with me and went over concerns I had, it was a really great experience she is fantastic with kids and her staff was amazing as well.
Natasha Vega2023-10-12Amazing doctor. Best pediatrician I’ve too to thus far. Oriented to detail. Very knowledgeable. Answers all questions and take her time every appointment. There is never a rush. Office is also able to accommodate last minute appointments for sick visits. Love this practice.
Kelly Filippino2023-10-05Dr. Eyerkuss and her staff are phenomenal. We recently moved to the area from New York and are so pleased with the practice. All of the staff were so friendly and kind. The exam rooms are so clean. My two daughters and I are looking forward to having Dr. Eyerkuss as their pediatrician for many years to come :)
Melissa Masterson Duva2023-10-03Dr. Emily is fantastic! My husband and I can’t say enough good things about the care she provides to our daughter and to us. When we first brought our daughter home, unbeknownst to us, she wasn’t getting enough milk and Dr. Emily was amazing in helping us to develop a feeding plan, get us connected with resources to help, and calm our nerves. She is a doctor who truly cares and it shows in everything she does. We are so appreciative to be in her care! We are so appreciative
Shannon Pulcine2023-10-03Dr. Eyerkuss was truly amazing. She was so understanding and comforting towards my toddler. She was also very gentle and always takes the time to explain anything you have questions or concerns about!
jody bellofatto2023-09-28Dr Eyerkuss is fabulous!!!! Helpful , kind, understanding , and a good listener. Very happy having her as my children’s doctor. Rest of the staff are great too
john mcgoldrick2023-09-27We recently moved to this practice and we think Dr. Emily Eyerkuss and staff at IMA Pediatrics are sensational. I highly recommend Dr. Eyerkuss.
Meet The IMA Pediatrics Team
Emily Eyerkuss, DO, FAAP
EMILY EYERKUSS, DO, FAAP Dr. Emily Eyerkuss is a Board-Certified Pediatric Physician with a true passion for caring for children and...
What you should know
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What does a Pediatrician do?
A Pediatrician is a physician who has completed training in college, medical school and an accredited residency program dedicated to learning how to diagnose and treat a range of childhood illnesses and support the health and well-being of infants, children, adolescents and young adults. Pediatricians maintain a state-specific medical license as well as board certification by the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) which represents a dedication to the highest level of professionalism in patient care and provides a standard of excellence by which the public can select pediatricians and pediatric subspecialists. Many of these professionals also belong to a nationwide not-for-profit coalition of dedicated pediatricians known as the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), which provides continuing education, annual scientific meetings, publications, seminars and statements from committees to help its members provide excellent care for America’s youth. The AAP also provides a section for parents and caregivers known as HealthyChildren.org which contains valuable information and resources for common topics from newborn care, to sleep and nutrition, and even puberty and school readiness. This useful resource can be found here: https://healthychildren.org/English/Pages/default.aspx.
What does an office visit look like?
Regular checkups or ‘wellness visits’ are an important part of tracking your child’s health and development. Your pediatrician, along with their skilled team of healthcare professionals, will begin by measuring your child’s height, weight, and other metrics to track their growth. A head-to-toe examination will follow, with special attention to any areas of concern. You may be asked to fill out a questionnaire regarding your child’s developmental milestones and any challenges in their daily routine. Relevant immunizations will be discussed and administered as appropriate to your child’s age and health status. You will have an opportunity to address your questions and concerns, and to share your child’s successes with your pediatrician so that you may work together to determine the best ways to help your child grow and thrive.
An ‘acute care’ or sick-visit will be focused primarily on the area of concern whether that is an acute illness, injury, or specific area of your child’s health that you would like to address with your doctor. This visit will include basic measurements and a physical examination, and may also involve some specific testing ordered by your doctor such as viral testing, throat cultures, urine sample evaluations, labwork, x-rays, or referrals to subspecialists.
When does my child need to be seen?
Routine wellness care begins as soon as your baby is born! The hospital or birthing facility where your baby makes their grand entrance will have an on-call doctor available for your baby’s first checkup within their first few hours of life. After they are discharged home from the hospital, your new baby will have their first office visit within their first 2-3 days at home. Your baby will likely be seen again within the following weeks to monitor weight gain, feeding, sleep patterns, etc., and will have their first monthly checkup at 1 month of age. After this visit, your baby will be seen in the office at 2 months, 3 months, 4 months, 6 months, 8-10 months, and 12 months of age. Frequent office visits in the first year of life provide ample opportunities for parent education, close monitoring of growth and development, and a team-based approach to any questions or concerns that arise as you navigate the first year with your new baby. Routine childhood immunizations are an integral part of your baby’s first year and beyond. After the 12 month visit, your baby will be seen again for wellness checks at 15 months, 18 months, 2 years, and 2.5 years, and then will begin coming to the office annually for well visits.
Acute care or ‘sick visits’ can be scheduled at any time, and we will do our best to accommodate you for a same-day visit to address any concerns as they arise. In addition, we have trained physicians and other healthcare providers available 24hrs/day, 7days/week to answer your acute questions after office hours or during weekends. We aim to be an important resource for your and your children around the clock!
When should I schedule an appointment?
Routine well visits can be scheduled in advance, or at the completion of one office visit. We will do our best to accommodate you and your child’s busy schedule so that you have ample time in our office.
A prenatal office visit is encouraged for new parents to tour the office, meet the staff, and chat with your baby’s Pediatrician ahead of their arrival. You are encouraged to ask any questions you may have regarding delivery, newborn care, breastfeeding, circumcision, infant safety, and maternal wellness at this visit and leading up to your infant’s birth.
Same-day sick appointments can be scheduled at any time, and we will do our very best to have your child seen as soon as possible.
What vaccines does my child need? And what if I’m hesitant about vaccination?
The implementation of routine childhood immunizations has led to major improvements in child health and safety and drastically reduced mortality from many vaccine-preventable diseases in childhood. Pediatricians firmly believe in the importance and efficacy of preventative care for children, which includes immunizations. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) advocates for appropriate funding for public immunization programs to help eliminate cost as a barrier for families who wish to keep their children safe with routine vaccination. The Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) can be found here: https://publications.aap.org/redbook/pages/Immunization-Schedules and is published at your pediatrician’s office for your reference. Your pediatrician will discuss each vaccine with you in detail and discuss the importance of each component as well as any potential side-effects and any contraindications or precautions to vaccination. You will have ample opportunity to discuss your concerns with your doctor so that you can feel comfortable and confident that you are doing your best to keep your child safe.