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COVID-19 Updates: Visitor Guidelines, Vaccines & More

Safety Measures at Riley Children’s Health

We are taking thoughtful steps to ensure our spaces remain safe for patients, parents and caregivers. View safety measures, mask policy and visiting guidelines.

COVID-19 Vaccines

The COVID-19 vaccine is available to anyone 12 and older. People younger than 18 must receive the Pfizer vaccine. To schedule an appointment, call 211 or visit ourshot.in.gov. Several COVID-19 vaccine locations also offer walk-in appointments. View full details.

Actualizaciones de COVID-19: Políticas para visitantes, vacunas y más

Medidas de seguridad en Riley Children's Health

Estamos adoptando medidas reflexivas para garantizar que nuestros espacios sigan siendo seguros para los pacientes, los padres y los cuidadores. Vea las medidas de seguridad, la política de uso de mascarillas y las directrices de visitas.

Vacunas contra la COVID-19

La vacuna contra la COVID-19 está disponible para cualquier persona mayor de 12 años. Las personas menores de 18 años deben recibir la vacuna de Pfizer. Para programar una cita, llame al 211 o visite la página ourshot.in.gov. Varios centros de vacunación contra la COVID-19 atienden sin cita previa. Vea todos los detalles.

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Melissa K. Bear, MD, MS

Pediatric Hematology - Oncology

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Specialties & Details

Specialties

Pediatric Hematology - Oncology

Education

Masters degree: Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
School of Medicine: Medical College of Pennsylvania
Internship: Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
Residency: Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
Fellowship: Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN

Hospitals & Affiliations

Riley Physicians
IU Health Physicians

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