As a general rule, if Plymouth Public Schools are closed due to a weather emergency, then Performance Pediatrics will be closed as well. During a weather emergency, it is a good idea to keep your family at home and off of potentially dangerous roads. As long as there isn't a power outage, we will be able to call you prior to your child's appointment to reschedule for a better time.

If you want a copy of your child's medical records (or for patients 18 and over), please submit a completed Record Request Form to us along with payment (if applicable).

On October 12, 2007, we issued this Urgent message to our patients about over-the-counter cold medicines.

While Dr. McAllister firmly believes in the safety and effectiveness of the CDC's recommended vaccine schedule, he also believes that every family should have the right to make medical decisions for themselves. If you are interested in an alternative vaccine schedule for your child, please read our vaccine policy, vaccine billing policy and refusal to vaccinate release form. At your child's appointment Dr. McAllister will review the policies with you.

The Massachusetts Health Connector is an independent state agency that helps Massachusetts residents find health insurance coverage at low or no-cost for people who qualify.

Yes. Please see our Proxy Policy on our Policy Page and complete the form.

It is always best to wear, or bring, a pair of shorts and loose fitting t-shirt or sports bra to your appointment. In order to do a thorough exam, the doctor needs to be able to see your body and to see how it works.  For example, a knee injury: The doctor needs to be able to see the knee you hurt as well as the other knee to compare them. He needs to be able to feel the joint, and he needs to be able to see the joint move.  In addition, he will need to see and examine your hips because at times hip injuries can cause knee pain. If the doctor cannot perform an appropriate exam in the clothing you are wearing he may have you change into an exam gown.

We are happy to take credit cards (American Express, Master Card, Visa and Discover). We also accept cash and checks.

The FAAP designation after a pediatrician's name stands for Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Pediatricians who maintain their FAAP designation have obtained board certification in pediatrics and made an ongoing commitment to lifelong learning and advocacy for children.

In honor of the grand opening of Performance Pediatrics, Dr. McAllister's mother, Beverly, knit this baby blanket. Yes, she does work on commission.