starlight pediatrics patient portal

Minimum Requirements and Security

a personal computer equipped with an Internet browser that has 128-bit encryption enabled and configured to accept cookies (e.g., Internet Explorer 7 or 8, Safari, or Firefox; Internet Explorer 6 may not allow you to view some materials, such as test results);

Security, Confidentiality, and Usage Guidelines for Patient Portal

YOU MUST NOT SEND ANY MESSAGES REQUIRING URGENT ATTENTION USING PATIENT PORTAL. Doing so may create a delay in your receiving necessary medical treatment and could result in loss of life, permanent injury, or significant deterioration in your health.

How We Protect Your Personal Health Information

We consider the privacy of your health information to be one of the most important elements in our relationship with you and one we take very seriously.

Your Responsibilities

Patient Portal is a communication service offered as a convenience to our patients. We reserve the right to change the terms, conditions, and notices under which Patient Portal is offered.

Patient Portal Messaging

By using Patient Portal, you acknowledge and agree that this messaging service is intended to facilitate dialogue regarding personal health matters. You agree not to use Patient Portal to post or send or post any illicit or offensive material.

Discontinuing Use of Patient Portal

You may discontinue your use of Patient Portal at any time by sending a secure message to your primary care provider's office requesting this change.

Your Clinical Information

As we provide your health care, we are required to maintain documentation of your medical history, current conditions, treatment plan, and all treatments given, including the results of all tests, procedures, and therapies.

What is Starlight Pediatrics?from starlightpeds.com

Starlight Pediatrics, PLLC, offers comprehensive physicals and well visits as part of a preventive health care plan. A variety of physicals are available for sports, school, and other activities. They also have extensive training in evaluating mental health issues common in children, including anxiety and depression.

What is a pediatric specialist?from starlightpeds.com

The providers specialize in diagnosing and treating a wide range of acute and chronic illnesses, including colds and flu, asthma, allergies, and minor wounds. For sick visits, the pediatric specialists provide same-day appointments and after-hours care. Referrals are available for specialized dermatology care, allergy testing, COVID testing, and chronic health conditions.

How to help a child cope with a scary doctor visit?

Help your child cope with his or her feelings. For example, tell your child you understand it is scary for him or her to go to the doctor and that you were scared when you were little too. But, reassure him or her that you will be there for him or her during the visit and afterwards.

How to help a child who is scared of going to the doctor?

Read books with your child about going to the doctor. Books help a child identify with others going to the doctor and realize that they are not alone if they are feeling scared, and that they will survive this experience.

What are the health issues that foster children have?

Children and adolescents in foster care have a higher prevalence of physical, developmental, dental and behavioral health issues than any other group of children, including other poor children.

Why do children need to be told what to expect?

Children need to be told what to expect because they may not feel comfortable asking, or not even know how or what to ask. When children know ahead of time what is going to happen and not happen, they can prepare themselves for what is coming. They can think about it and get used to their feelings about it.

When was Sterling Physicians founded?from sterlingphysicians.org

Founded in 1977, Sterling Physicians has been providing compassionate, friendly, and evidence-based medical care to Southeast Michigan for over 40 years.

Where can I get PCR test in New Britain?from starlingphysicians.com

Testing: COVID PCR testing is available at 300 Kensington Avenue in New Britain: Mon-Fri, 7:30 am-4:00 pm. Appointments are required. Please contact your provider’s office first since they will need to order the test.