Office location: 793 Sunset Blvd. O'Fallon, IL 62269
Phone: (618) 668-BIRD (618-668-2473)
Jill Johnston, MD, FAAP
Kevin Ponciroli, MD, FAAP
Welcome MELISSA THOLE, FNP-BC
We are thrilled to announce that our Redbird Pediatrics family is growing! We would like to welcome Melissa Thole to our office.
Melissa Thole grew up Highland IL. She attended Chamberlain University where she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, graduating with honors, in 2009. She completed her Masters of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain University with honors in 2016. Melissa is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner by the American Nursing Credentialing Center. She has been practicing as a Nurse Practitioner in pediatric primary care since 2019.
Please help us welcome her to Redbird Pediatrics.
accepting new patients
Redbird Pediatrics is a premier pediatric practice located in O'Fallon, Illinois.
Dr. Jill Johnston and Dr. Kevin Ponciroli are board certified pediatricians with a combined 35 years of experience serving families in St. Clair County.
Become a patient today by registering on our patient portal.
PFIZER COVID-19 VACCINE OFFICE UPDATES
Kids 12 years of age and older
The FDA and CDC recently approved a bivalent formulation of the Pfizer COVID vaccine that is to be used as a single booster dose at least 2 months following a primary vaccination series or last booster dose of any original (monovalent) COVID vaccine. The updated bivalent booster contain 2 components of the SARS-CoV-2 virus: one of the original strain and the other in common between the BA.4 and BA.5 omicron variants. The updated boosters are expected to provide increased protection against the currently circulating omicron variant.
We will be offering this booster on a weekly basis and it can be scheduled with this year's flu vaccine. If you would like to request that your child get the vaccine, please let us know through your patient portal account, by emailing us at mydocs@redbirdpediatrics.com, or by calling the office. (We will not be offering online scheduling for the vaccine.)
We will no longer be offering the primary series for the COVID vaccine for this age group.
Fact Sheet for Recipients and Caregivers - 12 and older
This Fact Sheet from the FDA contains information to help you understand the risks and benefits of kids 12 years of age and older receiving the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine.
Kids 5 to 11 years of age
The FDA and CDC recently approved a bivalent formulation of the Pfizer COVID vaccine that is to be used as a single booster dose at least 2 months following a primary vaccination series or last booster dose of any original (monovalent) COVID vaccine. The updated bivalent booster contain 2 components of the SARS-CoV-2 virus: one of the original strain and the other in common between the BA.4 and BA.5 omicron variants. The updated boosters are expected to provide increased protection against the currently circulating omicron variant.
We will be offering this booster on a weekly basis and it can be scheduled with this year's flu vaccine. If you would like to request that your child get the vaccine, please let us know through your patient portal account, by emailing us at mydocs@redbirdpediatrics.com, or by calling the office. (We will not be offering online scheduling for the vaccine.)
We will no longer be offering the primary series for the COVID vaccine for this age group.
Fact Sheet for Recipients and Caregivers - 5 to 11 years
This Fact Sheet from the FDA contains information to help you understand the risks and benefits of kids 5 to 11 years of age receiving the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine.
Kids 6 months to 4 years of age
We will continue to offer the Pfizer COVID vaccine in the 3-dose series (2nd dose is given 3 weeks after the 1st; 3rd is given 8 weeks after the second). We will be offering this booster every few weeks and it can be scheduled with this year's flu vaccine. If you would like to request that your child get the vaccine, please let us know through your patient portal account, by emailing us at mydocs@redbirdpediatrics.com, or by calling the office. (We will not be offering online scheduling for the vaccine.)
Fact Sheet for Recipients and Caregivers - 6 mo to 4 years
This Fact Sheet from the FDA contains information to help you understand the risks and benefits of kids 6 months to 4 years of age receiving the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine.
FAQs from the American Academy of Pediatrics
Many parents have questions about COVID-19 vaccine, which is now available to anyone age 5 and up. Here are answers to some of the most common questions families may have.
About Us
Compassionate Healthcare
Experienced Medical Professionals
Experienced Medical Professionals
Our mission at Redbird Pediatrics is to provide personalized, high-quality healthcare. We are dedicated to improving and maintaining your child's health through preventative care and treatment of both acute and chronic medical issues.
Experienced Medical Professionals
Experienced Medical Professionals
Experienced Medical Professionals
Our Board Certified Pediatricians combine for over 30 years of experience seeing patients in St. Clair County. We offer a broad array of services geared to address today’s most common health issues and illnesses.
A Personal Approach
Experienced Medical Professionals
A Personal Approach
We know there is no such thing as one-size-fits-all cure, so we never use a one-size-fits-all approach to your child. Our goal is to improve and maintain your child's overall health and to empower you with an understanding of their growth and development.
Services we provide
Preventative Care
Chronic Medical Issues
Preventative Care
We offer a variety of preventative care services including vaccinations, in-house routine lab monitoring, sports physicals. and wellness exams.
Acute Sick Visits
Chronic Medical Issues
Preventative Care
Our staff provides expert medical care for many acute symptoms such as ear infections, strep throat, flu, colds, and other illnesses.
Chronic Medical Issues
Chronic Medical Issues
Chronic Medical Issues
You can rely on us to treat all of your children's chronic care needs, including allergies, asthma, ADHD, and other mental health issues.
Newborn Care
Lactation Assistance
Chronic Medical Issues
Having a baby is such an exciting time. We know that every infant and family are unique, and our goal is to work together with you to keep your baby happy and healthy.
Lactation Assistance
Lactation Assistance
Lactation Assistance
New moms need support and information when learning to breastfeed. We offer in-office consultations to help moms overcome whatever challenges they may face in feeding their baby.
Mental Health
Lactation Assistance
Lactation Assistance
We evaluate, treat, and help facilitate a team-based approach to your child's mental health issues, ranging from ADHD to anxiety and depression.
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Redbird Pediatrics
793 Sunset Boulevard, O Fallon, Illinois 62269
Phone: (618) 668-BIRD (or 618-668-2473) Fax: (833) 989-2239 Email: mydocs@redbirdpediatrics.com
Hours
Office hours:
Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
The office is closed 12:00pm - 1:00 pm for lunch
Saturday and Sunday: CLOSED