Our Favorite Local Activities & Safety Tips

Leo’s Dr.STITCH Story

Leo , Age 1 Incident: Leo fell and hit his forehead. “As first-time parents we needed reassurance and calm when our 19-month-old son Leo took an awful fall and needed care immediately. The care and compassion we received from the second Kristen the care coordinator answered the phone to the moment we met Dr. Pinsky was nothing short of wonderful […]

Mia’s Dr.STITCH Story

Mia , Age 3 Incident: Mia fell on the patio stairs and split her chin open. “We called Dr.STITCH after my 3-year-old daughter fell on the patio stairs and split her chin open. We called Dr.STITCH who advised us to text them a picture of her wound and they quickly responded with the address of their closest location. They got […]

Max’s Dr.STITCH Story

Max, Age 4 Incident: Max hit his head on the table corner. “Dr. Veera was fantastic with my 4-year-old and the coordinator made everything seamless. We were in and out in an hour. Thank you Dr. STITCH!”

Tyler’s Dr.STITCH Story

Tyler, Age 3 “Dr.STITCH is one of those services you hope you never need but when you do, they’re lifesavers. I was enjoying a Saturday morning at the splash park when my three-year-old son, my only child, slipped and sliced his chin open. The lifeguards said he was fine, but I just couldn’t get past how deep it looked. Thankfully, […]

Jacob’s Dr.STITCH Story

Jacob, Age 15 “My experience was great and was so easy. We simply sent a picture of the wound to Amy who showed it to the doctor. The doctor instructed us to meet him at the hospital the next morning at 8:00 a.m. We were in and out in less than an hour. The whole staff was waiting for us, […]

BBQ Safety Tips

As summertime approaches, families everywhere are starting up their grills. Enjoying the flavors of the season outdoors with family and friends is a favorite pastime for so many of us, whether it’s at a backyard cookout or around the fire at a campsite. These are fun and relaxing times—the perfect way to make lasting summertime memories—and the best way to […]

Playground Safety Tips for Summer Fun

As gardens start to turn green, and chilly winds turn to pleasant breezes, we look forward to spending more time outside. Warmer weather means more outdoor play—and the playground is a welcome respite after a winter of indoor activities. Experts agree that outdoor activities are important for nurturing healthy, well-socialized kids.1 Here at Dr.STITCH, we’re all about heading outside for […]

Reese’s Dr.STITCH Story

Reese, Age 6 Incident: Reese was playing when she fell and sustained a chin laceration. “My daughter fell and hit her chin. Upset and anxious, she was very nervous about getting stiches again. I called Dr.STITCH and they directed me to go to the hospital with my daughter to meet the plastic surgeon, Dr. Parizh. Dr. Parizh had the best […]

Elizabeth’s Dr.STITCH Story

Elizabeth, Age 4 Incident: Elizabeth was playing in the snow when she fell and needed to get stitches above her eyebrow. “I can’t say enough good things about our experience with Dr.STITCH (well, apart from the fact that it was required at all!). My 4-year-old busted her forehead open on a chair, and at the recommendation of a friend, I […]

Bryson’s Dr.STITCH Story

Bryson, Age 2 Incident: Bryson was playing at home when he collided with the windowsill and needed stitches near his eyebrow. “Dr. Parizh was amazing meeting us at Winthrop on Christmas day. He has such amazing patience and took amazing care of my 2-year-old son. He [Dr. Parizh] explained everything and offered the best treatment plan.” […]