Distinguished physician, beautiful wife, mother and grandmother and special Friend - all words to describe the life and achievements of Celeste J. Welkon. A founding partner of Pediatrics South, Dr. Welkon lost her ten-year battle with cancer June 13, 2008. It was a privilege for all of us to have worked with her. Memorial donations may be made to the Magee-Women’s Foundation.
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Condolences are offered to Dr. Scott Tyson upon the death of his father, Dr. Robert Glenn Tyson. History dictates that Pediatrics South has its roots in the practice Dr. Robert opened in the early 50’s—working from a tiny office located in Mitchell’s Corners, before opening his open site in the former Mt. Lebanon Federal Bank building at Those who knew him and benefitted from his medical expertise, consider this the end of an era—where single practitioners were unhampered by the dictates of HMO’s and the prevalence of mal practice suits. His son, Scott, and the late Celeste J. Welkon formed a partnership to take up the reins of the elder Dr. Tyson’s practice. In due time, they chose the name Pediatrics South to denote their endeavor. In addition to Scott, Dr. Tyson is survived by his wife, Lesley, and another son, Dane, who lives in the
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Pediatrics South will be closed on Saturday, July 4th
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| SWINE FLU Outbreak information... Because this situation changes quickly, we have linked to the CDC for the most current and up to date information |
| Does your child use an ALBUTEROL INHALER? Read about the important changes taking place in 2009! |
| (4/09) NEW VACCINATION NOTICE: The Allegheny County Health Department has EXTENDED their vaccination requirements for Varivax, Menactra and TDAP until SEPTEMBER 2009 MAKE SURE TO CHECK WITH SCHOOL!
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