Vaccinations & Immunizations

Protect your child from preventable diseases with safe, effective vaccines administered by our caring Nashville team. We follow the CDC's recommended immunization schedule and coordinate with the Tennessee Immunization Registry (TennIIS) to ensure your child receives the right vaccines at the right time for optimal protection and school readiness.

Vaccine Schedule

Comprehensive Vaccination Services

Following CDC guidelines to protect your child from preventable diseases

Routine Immunizations

Complete vaccination schedule from birth through adolescence, including DTaP, MMR, Polio, Hepatitis B, and other essential vaccines.

Travel Vaccines

Specialized vaccines for international travel, including Yellow Fever, Japanese Encephalitis, and other region-specific immunizations.

Seasonal Vaccines

Annual flu shots and other seasonal vaccines to protect against common illnesses during peak transmission periods.

Catch-Up Vaccines

Customized vaccination schedules for children who have missed vaccines or need to catch up on their immunizations.

School Requirements

We provide the official Tennessee Certificate of Immunization required for school and daycare entry in Nashville, ensuring your child is ready for the classroom.

Vaccine Counseling

Expert guidance on vaccine safety, effectiveness, and addressing any concerns or questions you may have about immunizations.

Tennessee School & Daycare Requirements

Navigating state forms and mandates for Nashville schools

Official Immunization Certificate

All children entering daycare, pre-school, or kindergarten in Tennessee must provide the Official Immunization Certificate. Our office generates this official state document for you after verifying your child's records.

  • Pre-K Entry: Requires completed Hepatitis B, DTaP, Polio, Hib, PCV, MMR, Varicella, and Hepatitis A series.
  • Kindergarten Entry: Requires boosters for DTaP, Polio, MMR, and Varicella.
  • 7th Grade Entry: Requires Tdap booster.
New to Tennessee? We can transfer your out-of-state records to the TennIIS system.

College & University

For our graduating seniors heading to colleges like Vanderbilt, Belmont, or UT Knoxville, we provide the necessary Meningitis and MMR documentation required for dormitory living and enrollment.

Sports Physicals

We can combine your child's annual vaccination update with their required TSSAA sports physical, saving you an extra trip before the season starts.

Community Health & Safety

Keeping our Nashville neighbors safe

Flu Season Readiness

Nashville's flu season typically peaks between December and February. We host annual Flu Shot Clinics starting in September to protect your family before the season hits. We also offer drive-thru clinics for established patients during peak demand.

Travel Consultations

Planning a family trip abroad? Whether you're visiting family or exploring the world, our travel medicine specialists can review your itinerary and provide recommended vaccines (like Typhoid or Yellow Fever) based on current CDC travel notices.

Recommended Vaccination Schedule

Following CDC guidelines for optimal protection

Birth to 18 Months

Birth: Hepatitis B (1st dose)
2 months: DTaP, IPV, Hib, PCV13, RV (1st doses)
4 months: DTaP, IPV, Hib, PCV13, RV (2nd doses)
6 months: DTaP, IPV, Hib, PCV13 (3rd doses), Hepatitis B (2nd dose)
12-15 months: MMR, Varicella, Hib, PCV13 (final doses)
15-18 months: DTaP (4th dose)

Preschool to Adolescence

4-6 years: DTaP, IPV, MMR, Varicella (booster doses)
11-12 years: Tdap, HPV (2-3 doses), Meningococcal
16 years: Meningococcal (booster)
Annual: Influenza vaccine (6 months and older)
COVID-19: As recommended by CDC guidelines
Travel: Additional vaccines based on destination

Nashville Community Health

Keeping our city safe and healthy through proactive immunization

Flu Season in TN

Tennessee's flu season typically peaks between December and February. We offer Flu Shot Clinics starting in September to protect your family before the season hits its stride.

Travel Health

Flying out of BNA? We provide comprehensive travel consultations and vaccines (like Typhoid or Yellow Fever) for families traveling internationally. Schedule 4-6 weeks before your trip.

Public Health Partners

We work closely with the Metro Nashville Public Health Department to stay updated on local outbreaks and ensure our vaccine protocols meet the highest community standards.

Tennessee School Immunization Requirements

Planning for the school year? We provide the Official Tennessee Certificate of Immunization required for all children entering school, childcare, or preschool.

Whether your child attends Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) or a private institution, this certificate is mandatory. We review your child's records against the latest state requirements to ensure everything is complete.

We update TennIIS instantly! Your child's records are uploaded to the Tennessee Immunization Registry immediately, so schools can verify compliance without delay.

Required for Entry:

  • Kindergarten
  • 7th Grade Entry
  • New Students to TN Schools
  • Childcare/Preschool Enrollment

* Requirements subject to change by TN Dept of Health.

Vaccine Safety & Effectiveness

Rigorous Testing

All vaccines undergo extensive clinical trials and safety testing before approval by the FDA and CDC.

Continuous Monitoring

Vaccine safety is continuously monitored through multiple surveillance systems to detect any rare side effects.

Proven Effectiveness

Vaccines have successfully eliminated or greatly reduced many serious childhood diseases like polio and measles.

Community Protection

High vaccination rates protect the entire community, including those who cannot be vaccinated due to medical conditions.

Vaccine Impact Statistics

99%

Reduction in Vaccine-Preventable Diseases

2.6M

Lives Saved Annually by Vaccines

0.01%

Serious Adverse Event Rate

50+

Years of Safe Use

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about vaccinations and immunizations

Yes, vaccines are very safe. They undergo rigorous testing before approval and are continuously monitored for safety. Serious side effects are extremely rare, and the benefits far outweigh the minimal risks.

Common side effects include mild fever, soreness at the injection site, and fussiness. These are normal signs that your child's immune system is responding to the vaccine and typically resolve within 1-2 days.

Yes, it's safe and recommended to give multiple vaccines during the same visit. This reduces the number of appointments needed and ensures your child is protected as early as possible. The immune system can handle multiple vaccines simultaneously.

Don't worry! We can create a catch-up schedule to get your child up to date. It's never too late to start or complete the vaccination series. We'll work with you to ensure your child receives all necessary vaccines safely.

No, vaccines do not cause autism. This has been thoroughly studied and debunked by numerous large-scale scientific studies. The original study suggesting a link was fraudulent and has been retracted. Vaccines are safe and essential for protecting your child's health.

Yes! During flu season, we offer dedicated flu shot clinics at our Nashville office. While we encourage appointments to minimize wait times, existing patients can often be accommodated for same-day immunizations.

Protect Your Child with Safe, Effective Vaccines

Schedule your child's vaccinations today and give them the protection they need against preventable diseases. Our experienced team makes the process comfortable and stress-free.

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