Franklin Health Child & Adolescent Developmental Pediatrics
131 Franklin Health Commons
Farmington, Maine
Tel: 207-779-2168
Fax: 207-779-2323
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Clinicians include: Sandy Richard, RN; Iris Silverstein, MD, FAAP; and Linda Riley, LCSW. Dr. Iris Silverstein, a pediatrician who is board-certified by the American Academy of Pediatrics with additional board certification in developmental-behavioral pediatrics, leads the program.
Our Services
Franklin Health Child & Adolescent Developmental Pediatrics promotes the optimal development and abilities of children and adolescents with a wide range of developmental and behavioral concerns including: autism spectrum disorders, Asperger’s syndrome, ADHD, and difficulties with learning and school. Franklin Health Child & Adolescent Developmental Pediatrics provides an important and needed service for this large and growing population. Some of our services include:
- Medication management
- Developmental testing and screening
- Outpatient counseling
Prescription Refills
We ask that you contact our office 5 days before your child is out of medication. All prescription requests received on Friday after 12 noon, will be processed the following Monday and received at the pharmacy by the end of the business day, unless Monday is a holiday. Some medications require the parent or guardian to pick up the prescription in-person. If someone other than the parent/guardian presents, we ask that you contact us with name and relationship. This also will require proper identification and signature.
Appointment Policy
If it is necessary to cancel your scheduled appointment, we ask that you call at least 24 hours in advance. Calling early in the day is appreciated. Appointments are in high demand, and your early cancellation will give another person the possibility to have access to timely medical care. To cancel appointments, please call 207-779-2168. If unable reach the receptionist you may leave a detailed message on the voice mail. If you would like to reschedule your appointment, please be sure to leave your phone number and the best time to return the call.
After Hours
Messages can be left on the answering machine. If you have a question that can not wait, Dr. Silverstein can be reached after hours by calling Franklin Memorial Hospital (207) 778-6031 and ask to have her paged.
Medical Emergencies
In event of a medical emergency please call 911 or contact the Franklin Memorial Hospital Emergency department at 778-6031, or if you are experiencing a mental health crisis and need immediate treatment, please call: Evergreen Behavioral Services Crisis Response Service: 207-779-2843 or the Statewide Emergency Crisis Response 24-Hour Hot Line: 1-888-568-1112.
