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Meet Our Cover Sponsors
Every day, our doctors and nurses work with patients who need compassionate medical care.
At Brookwood’s Women’s Medical Center, we are here to care for women through all phases of life. We offer a full scope of women’s services, including obstetrics, gynecology, urogynecology, fertility, maternal fetal medicine, gynecologic oncology, pelvic pain, obstetrics ER, women’s diagnostics, robot-assisted surgeries, women’s operating room (specific for women’s surgeries), breast cancer navigator, birth navigator, Level III NICU, neonatologists, classes for new moms and dads, breastfeeding support groups, cord blood donation program and more.
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What makes us special? The Women’s Medical Center is a leader in gynecologic robotic surgeries. Our surgeons have conducted almost 8,000 robotic minimally invasive gynecologic surgeries, including more than 6,000 hysterectomies. We also hold several awards and distinctions, recognized by the Joint Commission (perinatal care certification), the State of Alabama Breastfeeding Committee (Better Bama Babies), BCBS Distinction Center for Maternity Care, International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (consultant care award) and many more.
To learn more about the Women’s Medical Center, visit www.brookwoodwomens.com 844-367-0045
CHILDCARE RESOURCES
Childcare Resources is a Birmingham, Alabama based nonprofit organization and United Way of Central Alabama partner agency whose mission is to make quality care and education of children happen by providing information, education, and assistance to families, providers of child care, and the community.
Serving children, families, and child care providers in Blount, Jefferson, Shelby, and Walker counties, Childcare Resources provides training and technical assistance for child care providers and individuals interested in a career in early care and education. Our Supplemental Child Care Program provides financial assistance for low-to-moderate income working families with young children (birth to age 5) who meet eligibility requirements. Families searching for child care can request a free customized child care search by calling our agency or utilizing our free on-line child care search.
The agency also offers Head Start/Early Head Start services for families with children aged six weeks to five- years old in select zip codes of Jefferson County. These services promote the school readiness of children from low-income families by supporting their development in a comprehensive way at no cost for qualifying families.
For more information about our Head Start Program, visit www.ccr-bhm.org/head-start. Call 205-945-0018 or visit www.ccr-bhm.org to learn more.
CHILDREN’S OF ALABAMA
Since 1911, Children’s of Alabama has provided specialized medical care for ill and injured children. Ranked among the best children’s hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, Children’s serves patients from every county in Alabama and nearly every state. With more than 3.5 million square feet, it is one of the largest pediatric medical facilities in the United States.
Children’s offers inpatient and outpatient services at its Russell Campus on Birmingham’s historic Southside with additional specialty services provided at Children’s South, Children’s on 3rd and in Huntsville and Montgomery. Primary medical care is provided in more than a dozen communities across central Alabama. Children’s is the only health system in Alabama dedicated solely to the care and treatment of children. It is a private, not-forprofit medical center that serves as the teaching hospital for the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) pediatric medicine, surgery, psychiatry, research and residency programs. The medical staff consists of UAB faculty and Children’s full-time physicians as well as private practicing community physicians.
1600 7th Ave. South, Birmingham, AL 35233 205-638-9100 www.ChildrensAL.org
HIGHLANDS SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP
Highlands School’s Higher Degree of Learning does not end when the school year is over. We offer a quality summer program as well. Highlands summer camp offers challenging activities, talented teachers and the great variety that you have come to expect from Highlands School. • Online registration starting in early February • Half days or full days available (Enrichment and Traditional) • Come for one week or all seven • Early drop-off and late pick up available
Our Enrichment camps include active, artistic, academic and just plain fun choices. Be sure to note that we offer morning sessions, some afternoon sessions and some full day camps! We also offer full day Traditional Day Camp which includes weekly themes and trips to the pool.
Open to Kindergarten through 8th grade from June 6-July 29, 2022 (no camp July 4th week). HIGHLANDS SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP
4901 Old Leeds Road Birmingham, AL 35213 Summer Director, Lisa Camp, lcamp@highlandsschool.org
(205) 956-9731 ext. 606
The Dauphin Island Sea Lab is a centerpiece in the state of Alabama’s marine research and education programs and a center for transformative oceanic and coastal research. DISL programs reach all corners of the state and beyond to research and educate about the changes in the marine environments. Located on the eastern tip of Dauphin Island, a barrier island in the northern Gulf of Mexico, DISL is surrounded by Mobile Bay, the Mississippi Sound, and the waters of the Gulf, making it a perfect location to conduct a wide range of marine science activity.
DISL’s Discovery Hall Programs include academic year classes for K-12 students, summer overnight and day camps, professional development workshops, and public outreach. The BayMobile, DISL’s traveling science classroom, visits underserved schools throughout the state of Alabama which do not have the opportunity or the means to visit the DISL on a field trip.
The Alabama Aquarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab highlights the four key habitats of coastal Alabama: the Mo-
bile Tensaw River Delta, Mobile Bay, the Barrier Islands, and the Northern Gulf of Mexico. DISL’s University Programs consists of two parts: summer undergraduate and graduate courses and year-round graduate programs. The summer proGrowing Independence gram consists of three summer sessions with about two dozen courses offered. The graduate program offers a variety
Behavioral Services of disciplines for Ph.D. and master students to choose from as they continue their studies.
CLINIC LOCATIONS
ADVERTISER THE LEARNING TREEBirmingham – Anniston – Montgomery - Mobile
The Learning Tree, Inc. serves children with intellectual disabilities and autism. More than 700 children are served each year primarily from across Alabama and the southeastern region of the country. Programs include preschool services, residential, educational, clinic-based applied behavioral analysis services, and consultation services. Current programs are located in Huntsville, Birmingham,
Anniston, Jacksonville, Tallassee, Montgomery and Mobile. Growing Independence Behavioral Services, outpatient clinics for applied behavior analysis (ABA) services, are located in Birmingham, Anniston, Montgomery, and Mobile. For Clinic Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) assessment and Growing Independence services call our referral line at (334) 425-6418 or for other intreatment for preschool and school-aged children Behavioral Services quiries visit our website at with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). www.learning-tree.org
www.disl.org, 251-861-2141 101 Bienville Boulevard, Dauphin Island, Alabama 36528
Birmingham - Anniston Montgomery - Mobile
For Clinic services call our referral line at (334) 425-6418 or visit www.learning-tree.org
• Licensed Behavior Analysts MCCALLA ORTHODONTICS & PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY • Private pay patients accepted & many health insurance plans. At McCalla Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Olga Sanchez
Hernandez and staff, provide denGrowingindependence@learning-tree.org • 334-425-6418tal care for patients from the ages of 1 to 18 years of age, and handicapped patients. Our services include preventive, restorative, and emergency treatment. Dr. Sanchez
Hernandez also provides orthodontic treatment for children and adults.
We combine pediatric dentistry and orthodontics to allow for all the dental needs of our patients to be met under one roof. The dental services needed are provided, while at the same time the development of an adequate occlusion is monitored closely. This allows for orthodontic treatment to be provided in a timely manner increasing the quality of service. Our staff operates as a team and is committed to high quality service with emphasis on individual needs in a comfortable environment. Our hygienists are especially qualified to deal with children and adolescent specific needs. All of our personnel are kept abreast of the latest developments through continuing education courses. Come visit our website at www.mccallasmiles.com and take a virtual tour of our office.
Dr Olga Sanchez Hernandez 205-477-8004 www.mccallasmiles.com
ODYSSEY EARLY SCHOOLS
Odyssey was created by educators who dreamed of opening an early learning center where children could be nurtured and taught by a highly trained and loving staff. That dream was realized when our Inverness school opened in 1995, and then again in 2001, with the opening of our second school in Trace Crossings.
Odyssey’s goal is to create a life-long love of learning. We have developed our own age appropriate curriculum, specifically designed to introduce each age grouping to language, reading, math, science and more, so that your child will possess a strong foundation for Kindergarten and beyond. Additionally, we guarantee teachers with four-year education degrees in all preschool classrooms and offer exceptional child-to-teacher ratios.
At our schools, you can watch your child’s entire day in live, streaming, HD video over the Internet, through an individual, secure connection linked directly to your child’s classroom. We want our parents to know what happens during their child’s day, and Odyssey is the only Over-the-Mountain daycare to offer this service. Our team works tirelessly to earn its reputation as the best childcare option for Birmingham parents,and we invite you to visit today to witness for yourself what so many other families have known since 1995! Visit www.odysseyearlyschool.com for more info.
www.odysseyearlyschool.com INVERNESS CAMPUS 205-991-0039 TRACE CROSSINGS CAMPUS 205-988-8829
Dr. Tabitha J. Gatrey, a native of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, is a board-certified pediatric dentist. She is a graduate of Xavier University in New Orleans cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. She went on to receive her Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry with Research Honors. While serving as Chief Resident, Dr. Gatrey also completed her residency in Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry. During residency Dr. Gatrey completed training with special needs persons and medically compromised children at the Sparks Dental Clinic. Visiting the dentist at Pediatric Smiles is a fun adventure. We like dental visits to be a positive experience for future visits that last through adulthood. Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have.
4823 Promenade Pkwy. Suite 101
Bessemer, AL 35022 205-230-9000
205-230-9000 info@psmilesal.com www.psmiles.com
PUROHIT PEDIATRIC CLINIC
NEW ADDITION TO OUR GRANDVIEW LOCATION! Dr. Faye Knowles is a proud Caribbean Native, born in the island of Antigua with family roots in the neighboring island of Saint Lucia. She remained in the Caribbean for medical school, attending St. George’s University in the beautiful island of Grenada. Dr. Knowles completed the clinical portion of her training in Brooklyn and Queens, New York. She then moved to neighboring New Jersey for Pediatric Residency at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, graduating from that program in 2015.
Dr. Knowles is passionate about fitness and the physical, emotional and spiritual wellness that can result from regular exercise. Dr. Knowles became Board Certified in Pediatrics in 2019 and will be working towards Obesity Medicine Certification in the next few years. Dr. Knowles is married to her husband Thierry, and they have two fur children: ‘Kitty” and her canine sister “Khaleesi”. In her free time, you will find Dr. Knowles exercising in a wide array of forms, anything from running, Olympic weightlifting, yoga or kickboxing to name a few!
Four locations to serve you: Grandview | Moody Anniston | Roanoke www.purohitpeds.com
ANGELICA ROHNER PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
Dr. Angelica Rohner is a specialist in the field of Pediatric and Adolescent Dentistry.
What’s so special? Pediatric dentists are the pediatricians of dentistry, dedicated to the oral health of children, ranging from infants to teens.
Dr. Rohner and her highly trained staff work hard to make each child’s dental visit fun and exciting, resulting in a great attitude toward dentistry and, ultimately, oral health. On a daily basis we hear our patients say, “I love the dentist!”
We take pride in great clinical and conversational experiences with our patients. We realize that taking care of our patient’s guardian is equally important. Our office works with you to schedule appointments that work best for your child and their schedule. Our convenient location makes a trip to the dentist easy. We also supply text, email and/or phone confirmations and communication pathways.
It is an honor for our patient’s parents to trust us with the well being of their children. This is never taken lightly and is evident in the time that the doctor takes to speak with each parent at every dental visit. Let Dr. Rohner and her dental team take care of you and your child.
205-870-0892 www.drrohner.com
RONALD McDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF ALABAMA
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Alabama (RMHCA) serves 73 families every night, providing them with a “home-away-fromhome” while their children receive medical care in Birmingham. In addition to providing a comfortable bedroom with a private bathroom, we surround families with love and support from volunteers, staff and other guest families who share the same hopes and fears. We provide volunteer-provided meals, family program and activities, indoor and outdoor play areas, laundry facilities, WiFi and much more so that our guest families can concentrate on what is most important – their child’s health.
Our two Ronald McDonald Family Rooms, located at UAB Women & Infants Center and DCH Regional Medical Center (Tuscaloosa), provide an inviting oasis of calm for families, while increasing their ability to advocate for their child. They can find comfort, care and support without leaving their child’s side.
We may not be able to make the medicine taste better or take away painful treatments. But by keeping families together and close to their child’s medical team, RMHCA and its supporters can help lessen the burden and ensure families have the stability and resources to get and keep their child healthy and happy. Learn more at RMHCA.org RMHCA.org www.RMHCA.org
Coming soon to Cahaba Heights
next to TrustCare’s Urgent Care Clinic at 3965 Crosshaven Drive. TrustCare Kids will offer pediatric primary care and walk-in urgent care for children (birth through college). No appointment or existing patient relationship is required.
Lighted panels and benches in the waiting area, animal exam tables and interactive smart panels in all rooms entertain children and help them feel at ease.
Accidents and illnesses can happen at any time, including nights and weekends. TrustCare Kids experienced pediatric specialists will provide quality, compassionate care, communicate with your pediatrician’s office as needed, aim to get you in-and-out within an hour, and help your child Feel Better Faster. To learn more, visit trustcarekids.com.
UAB CALLAHAN EYE HOSPITAL & CLINICS
For nearly 60 years, UAB Callahan Eye Hospital & Clinics has focused on delivering innovative eye care and pioneering breakthroughs in the preservation and restoration of eyesight. Backed by the knowledge, experience, and advanced treatment UAB is known for, we are one of only three Level 1 Ocular Trauma Centers in the nation with a 24/7 eye emergency department, and we are the only dedicated hospital in Alabama specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of the eye.
Our top-notch pediatric ophthalmologists and optometrists specialize in eye care for your youngest family members – starting from birth. Our practices are sensory inclusive, certified through KultureCity, and our providers are expertly trained to know just what to do to make the eye exam experience comfortable for everyone.
With nearly 20 clinic locations throughout Alabama, UAB Callahan Eye Hospital & Clinics is your home for comprehensive and specialty eye care for the entire family, regardless of where you live. We are committed to providing your family with vision services, including eye exams, eyeglasses, contact lenses, and cataract and strabismus evaluations, and many of our locations offer full-service optical stores, where patients receive 15 percent off.
To schedule an appointment at one of our convenient locations, please call or text 844.UAB.EYES or visit UABMEDICINE.ORG/EYE.
Coming Soon to Cahaba Heights
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URGENT CARE FOR CHILDREN
When your child is sick, you don’t want to spend hours in a waiting room. At Urgent Care for Children, we understand this and constantly strive to serve every patient with compassionate, quality care that is affordable and accessible.
Urgent Care for Children (UC4C) was founded by a group of physicians who saw a need to provide a continuum of care for local pediatricians and offered an affordable alternative to the emergency room. As parents themselves, they understood that children’s illnesses or injuries don’t follow normal business hours.
UC4C operates seven clinics statewide in addition to a telemedicine portal that brings our clinic to you. Our licensed, on-site pediatricians and pediatric nurse practitioners offer acute diagnostic and treatment care for children ages 0-21 with non-life-threatening needs during the day, after-hours and on weekends, 365 days a year. • Fever, allergies, sore throat/ coughs/colds, asthma, flu • Sprains/strains, earaches, bruises & lacerations • Insect bites/stings, minor burns, rashes • Vomiting, upset stomach, diarrhea
Urgent Care for Children is also equipped with on-site laboratory and x-ray services, as well as an in-house pharmacy. We offer COVID, strep, and flu tests for adults and children.
KUMON OF HOOVER — REAL & VIRTUAL CLASS OPTIONS
Kumon is an after-school math and reading enrichment program that unlocks the potential of children, so they can achieve more on their own. Through daily practice and mastery of materials, students increase confidence, improve concentration, and develop better study skills. Kumon has 26,000 centers in 50 countries and more than four million students studying worldwide.
As the world’s largest after- school math and reading program, Kumon accelerates your child’s learning – from as young as three years old all the way through high school. Kumon goes beyond tutoring, by actively developing critical thinking skills as children progress independently through a carefully crafted math and reading curriculum. Kumon’s timetested self-learning program uses engaging worksheets and guidance from an on-site instructor to present new concepts and materials, giving children an academic advantage in the classroom – and throughout life.
As a result, many Kumon students study above grade level. Parents are encouraged to attend a free orientation at the Kumon Math & Reading Center of Hoover to find out more about enrolling their children in the Kumon Program. For a limited time, enjoy 50% OFF REGISTRATION! Call for details: 205-444-9485, visit our website, www.kumon.com/hoover-al or email hoover_al@ikumon.com.
