Stonebridge Pediatrics Pa

Our experience with Dr. Dollins was extremely disappointing and upsetting. Twelve hours after my wife gave birth to our second daughter, Dr. Dollins made her break down in tears and feel like a terrible mother. She was condescending, dismissive, and made us feel deliberately belittled for asking reasonable questions. The issue began when we asked why the Hepatitis B vaccine needs to be administered on the first day of life. Instead of explaining with understanding or evidence, Dr. Dollins laughed at us and accused us of “relying on politics instead of science”—even though we had not mentioned anything political. She told us to “trust her and her research,” yet provided no actual studies or scientific references, only personal opinions. We made it clear that we are not anti-vaccine, but that based on our own research, we believe the Hep B vaccine isn’t immediately necessary for a low-risk newborn. When I asked how a baby could contract Hep B if the mother doesn’t have it, she… responded, “We’re not here to judge, but life happens.” That comment was dismissive and inappropriate, implying moral judgment rather than providing science-based guidance. When we declined the erythromycin ophthalmic ointment, she again laughed and sarcastically asked, “Why?” When I asked what it was for, she said, “For gonorrhea and chlamydia.” I replied that my wife does not have either infection, and Dr. Dollins repeated, “Like I said, life happens.” That statement was both offensive and suggestive—essentially implying infidelity. She then said, “Sorry, I don’t want your daughter to go blind,” to which I said, “Oh a fear tactic, I see.” Her response: “Yep.” Such behavior is unprofessional, disrespectful, and unacceptable from a medical professional—especially when directed toward new parents hours after delivery. We hope this review serves as serious feedback that this type of treatment is not appropriate in any setting. Dr. Dollins owes my wife an apology.