Adolescent

Adolescence is a time of transition toward adulthood. Here at Town Pediatrics it is our goal to provide an environment that both recognizes and supports our teenagers as they evolve and learn to become more knowledgeable and independent. During this phase of development, most teenagers are healthy but many express concerns or have questions about their health that they may wish to discuss in a confidential manner. It is our policy to respect those wishes in a way that is healthy and safe and abide by state law for adolescent confidentiality. Our environment is such that it provides your teenager the opportunity to become more comfortable speaking alone with their healthcare provider, as they will need to do independently once that they are adults. As part of this process, we also strongly believe that through your teen’s evolution, you (as their parents) still expect and need to be involved in your adolescent’s healthcare as much as possible. We understand the importance of this dynamic and as part of our practice will encourage your teen to include their parents through any decision-making process.

In order to respect both adolescent privacy rights as well as parental concerns regarding involvement in their child’s decision making, we here at Town Pediatrics have developed a policy that is consistent with Virginia State law as well as policies established by the Society for Adolescent Medicine and the American Academy of Pediatrics. We will provide a copy of the full policy at the 12^th year Well child exam, this will give us the opportunity to discuss it with you and your teen. Links to these policies can be found below.

We consider it a privilege to take care of your teen and look forward to continuing to work together as your adolescent grows and matures.

Town Pediatrics Adolescent Confidentiality Protocols/Workflow

Adolescent Right of Confidentiality Policy

Town Pediatrics Adolescent Consent, Disclosure and Authorization Letter and Form

Town Pediatrics Health Rights for Teens

Vaccine Information for Teens

What kinds of vaccines should you be getting when you’re in your teens? Some guidance in the handouts below.

HPV Information

HPV Info En Espanol

Resources for teens and parents:

Loudoun County Adolescent Health Department Resources

Loudoun County Health Department Services include:

Immunizations
Dental Health
Tuberculosis (TB) Screening
HIV Testing
Family Planning Services (as of April 1, 2020)
Maternity Care Enrollment
Pregnancy Testing
Sexually Transmitted Disease Clinic

Leesburg Clinic

102 Heritage Way NE, Suites 100 & 101, Leesburg, VA 20176…703-777-0236

Ashburn Clinic (TB & WIC only)

45201 Research Place, Suite 120, Ashburn, VA 20147…703-777-0236

Loudoun County Department of Family Services-Reference card

Adult Protective Services (703)777-0437
- After Hours and weekend call (703)777-0445
Child Protective Services (703)771-5437
- 24-hour statewide hotline (800)552-7096
Cold Weather Shelter (703) 258-3033
- Seasonal Emergency Shelter (Open November 15-March 31)
Coordinated Entry Services (703) 777-0420
- Homeless Services Intake Line
Loudoun Abused Women’s Shelter (703) 777-6552
- 24-hour Hotline/Domestic Violence Services
Loudoun Hunger Relief (703)777-5911
- Emergency Food and Nutrition Items
Mental Health Hotline (703) 777-0320
- Emergency Mental Health Services
Mobile Hope Loudoun (703) 771-1400
- Emergency Youth Services
Non-Emergency Police (703) 777-1021
- Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office Non-Emergency Line
The Good Shepherd Alliance (703) 724-1555
- Emergency Shelter and Transitional Housing