What is cholesterol and why do we need it? Cholesterol is a type of fat in the blood that is needed for building hormones and cells. Everyone needs some cholesterol in their blood. Cholesterol mostly comes from animal products such as meats, eggs, and dairy products, and the more we consume, the higher our total cholesterol level will be. 

Flu season is upon us and Parkside Pediatrics has plenty of Flu vaccine availible to our patients.  The single best way to help prevent getting seasonal flu is by getting a flu vaccine.  Parkside Pediatrics is able to give flu vaccine to our patients at their regularly schedlued visits, as well as special "flu shot" visits.

Parkside Pediatrics is pleased to announce the release of its web based Patient Portal. Since the opening of our office in the fall of 2006, we have made every attempt to be available to our patients and their families. Our goal at Parkside is to breakdown communication barriers and offer the highest level of pediatric service in the Upstate.