Happy day for me. Several people I care a lot about got the COVID vaccine today, overcoming some hesitancy. What do I say to my patients who are unsure about the vaccine? This:

1. Talk to me. I’m happy to spend as much time with you as you need to discuss COVID and the vaccine. As it should be with any trusted primary care physician.

2. Over 95% of doctors got the vaccine as soon as it was available to them, and if you focus on physicians who actually care for COVID patients it is nearly 100%.

3. I am vaccinated, as is all my family including my 14 and 16 year olds. With no hesitation.

4. No corners were cut in the development of these vaccines, only red tape was cut. I’m happy to discuss how they were made and how they work.