Firefly Pediatrics of Holland

07/20/2026

Please note these out of office dates: July 25-August 1 and August 6-9. I will not be responding to texts, emails, or portal messages during this time. Patients, please CALL for emergent situations only. The remainder of messages will be addressed upon my return. This time away is so vitally important so that I can recharge my batteries and bring my best to you during the remainder of the year. Please take care of any refill requests by July 24. Thanks for your understanding!

07/12/2026

04/12/2026

With graduation season around the corner and my son getting ready for his SAT’s, I have been thinking of all the lessons I’d like to impart upon my younger kids before sending them off to college. It is never too early to start preparing your kids for independence! Here is a good list to start with.

03/02/2026

You can never spend enough time reading with your children! 🩵

March 2 is Read Across America Day!

02/25/2026

The office will be closed from Friday, February 27 through Friday, March 6 for Midwinter Break. We will reopen on Monday March 9. Members, Dr. Zink will be available by phone for emergencies/urgent situations during this time. See your email for details.

02/03/2026

Today is National Women Physicians Day. It honors the birthday of Elizabeth Blackwell, the first female medical doctor in the US. Today we recognize women doctors across the country and the progress they have made since Blackwell’s time. Women currently make up more than half of all students in medical schools. We recognize their unique challenges and strive to support the women currently practicing medicine. And we fully encourage all of the girls who would like to become our future physicians!

01/02/2026

Great analogy.

Alt text. A meme by Unbiased Science Podcast. On the left side is an image of a seatbelt, while on the right side is an image of a syringe. Both images are stylised and in black. The text reads:

SEATBELTS & VACCINES

Both need to be in place before an incident occurs to be effective.

Both save thousands of lives daily.

Both can reduce the severity of outcomes if something bad occurs.

Adverse events or injuries associated with their use are far more rare and less severe than consequences if they are not used.

Their use does not give you a pass for reckless behavior.

THE UNBIASED SCIENCE PODCAST

01/02/2026

Happy New Year from Firefly Pediatrics! Wishing you a year of health and happiness. What are you going to accomplish in 2026? 🎉