Peninsula Pediatrics, part of Stanford Medicine Children’s Health, is one of Northern California’s most dedicated and passionate providers of care for infants, children and teens. We have been serving Bay Area families for generations, and we have a great reputation for quality and patient safety.
On September 21, the San Mateo location of Peninsula Pediatrics discovered a temperature malfunction in a refrigerator where childhood vaccines are stored. Additionally, the team found opportunities for improvement related to the quality control processes in the storage and monitoring of these vaccines. An immediate investigation began.
As a result, and in an abundance of caution, 1551 families have been contacted in order to provide free re-vaccinations for their children. This is because the affected vaccines, though not harmful, may have lost potency due to temperature variations, thus providing less immunity than expected.
To date, there is no evidence of any patient harm. The refrigerator, which went in service January 14, has been replaced, and enhanced quality control safeguards have been instituted, including enhanced processes for monitoring. We regret the stress and inconvenience this event has created.
Our organization and care teams care deeply about all of our patients and their families, and want to ensure their trust and safety while in our care.
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