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Possible ear infection? Our new tool can help.

Ear infections are no fun—for you or your child. Our new ear infection kit* combines an FDA-listed smartphone app with a paper ear tip which detects middle ear fluid in your child’s ear. If the results and symptoms are consistent with an ear infection, we’ll call in a prescription to get your child feeling better quickly.

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Fast, accurate test results from home

Save hours by avoiding in person appts

Trusted by board-certified doctors

*WavelyDx detects middle ear fluid, which is a key physical indicator of ear infections but does not necessarily mean your child has an ear infection. A subscription to Summer Health is required for purchase.

How it works

1

Install the app

After purchasing a kit, download the WavelyDx mobile app (iPhone only) using the access code you received with your ear kit and scan your child’s eardrum.
2

Download your results

Retrieve your WavelyDx clinical report. To learn more about how the phone uses acoustic pings to quickly identify fluid, click here.
3

Share with us

Text a Summer Health pediatrician who will help determine if your child has an ear infection and needs antibiotics in under 15 minutes. It’s that simple!
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24/7

Always available,
day or night

Summer Health is always available for your employees, so answers and peace of mind are just a text away.
95%

response-rate
within 15 minutes

Urgent care questions get responses within 15 minutes, 95% of the time. Get answers insanely fast, mitigating distraction throughout the day.
84%

of visits help avoid in-person encounters

We can resolve 84% of inquiries over text, so your employees avoid the in-person visits that take up precious time and impact their productivity.
70

Net Promoter
Score

Parents love us; our net promoter score is a 70, which rivals some of the most beloved consumer companies, like Apple.
24/7

Always available,
day or night

Summer Health is always available for your employees, so answers and peace of mind are just a text away.
95%

response-rate
within 15 minutes

Urgent care questions get responses within 15 minutes, 95% of the time. Get answers insanely fast, mitigating distraction throughout the day.
84%

of visits help avoid in-person encounters

We can resolve 84% of inquiries over text, so your employees avoid the in-person visits that take up precious time and impact their productivity.
70

Net Promoter
Score

Parents love us; our net promoter score is a 70, which rivals some of the most beloved consumer companies, like Apple.
2.2

minute average
response time

We respond to urgent care questions in an average of 2.2 minutes.  Parents get reassurance in the time it would normally take them to prepare to leave the house for a doctor’s visit.
82%

of conditions treated
on the platform

Summer Health treats a wide array of conditions, and we’re always innovating with partners to increase our virtual clinical capabilities.
6

specialties
and counting

Summer Health offers general pediatric care, urgent care, sleep guidance, nutrition guidance, lactation consultants, behavioral experts, and more.
<18%

referral rate to
in-person care

We refer to in-person care less than 18% of the time, so parents get the help and advice they need without the distraction of an office visit.
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The breadth of our offering

Pediatric care

Summer Health is a radically simple way to access pediatric care. We enable messaged-based doctor-patient relationships so that parents can text with a pediatrician within 15 minutes for anything from urgent needs to developmental milestones.

Nutrition

Whether you have questions about breastfeeding / bottle feeding an infant, are starting solids with your baby, or experience tummy issues with your child, our team of nutritionists is here to help!

Lactation

Breastfeeding can be a wonderful way for you to give your baby ideal nutrition and bond with them. But for some parents it can be challenging and stressful. Is my baby getting enough? Why does it hurt? Our pediatricians and lactation consultants would love to help you through this part of parenthood.

Sleep

Sleep can be one of the most common areas of concern for parents. Is my baby sleeping enough? Too much? What is the safest way for them to sleep? How do I sleep train? Every child is different when it comes to sleep. But there are certain principles that can help you understand your baby's sleeping habits - and our experts are here to help!

Urgent care

24/7 availability with responses in minutes. No appointments, apps, or car rides needed. Families receive at-home diagnostic kits for ear infections. fI prescriptions are needed, we have a concierge solution to help families track the progress and know when they're ready.

...and much, much more

It's the little things that can really slow a parent down. We can provide school notes, referrals, and developmental screens to help families however they need.

Summer Health and WavelyDx have partnered to help you and your family stay ahead of the dreaded inconvenient ear infections. Its bound to happen, so be prepared and avoid an in person visit to the doctors office.

Purchase an ear infection kit today.

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Ear pain FAQ

What are the common symptoms of ear infections in children?

Common symptoms of ear infections in children include ear pain (especially when lying down), tugging or pulling at an ear, trouble sleeping, increased fussiness, trouble hearing or responding to sounds, loss of balance, fever of 100 F (38 C) or higher, drainage of fluid from the ear, headache, and loss of appetite.

What causes ear infections in children?

Ear infections are typically caused by bacteria or viruses and often result from another illness such as a cold, flu, or allergy. These conditions can cause congestion and swelling of the nasal passages, throat, and eustachian tubes, leading to fluid build-up in the middle ear that can become infected.

How are ear infections treated in children?

Treatment for ear infections may vary depending on the cause. Many ear infections clear up on their own, and treatment often begins with managing pain and monitoring the problem. Antibiotics may be used for bacterial infections. Pain relief can be provided through medications like acetaminophen or ibuprofen.

When should I take my child to see a doctor for an ear infection?

You should see a doctor if your child's symptoms last for more than a day, if symptoms are present in a child less than 6 months of age, if ear pain is severe, if your child is sleepless or irritable after a cold, or if there is a discharge of fluid, pus, or bloody fluid from the ear.

Can ear infections in children lead to complications?

Most ear infections don't cause long-term complications, but repeated infections can lead to hearing problems and other serious issues. Complications can include impaired hearing, speech or developmental delays, spread of infection to nearby tissues, and tearing of the eardrum. Prompt evaluation and treatment can reduce the risk of these complications.