FAQs
Answers to these frequently asked questions are intended to provide brief information relevant to your child's health and how our practice is run. If you would like to speak with us regarding any of these topics, do not hesitate to call us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you accepting new patients?
Yes, we are welcoming new patients to our practice! Please see the list of insurances that we accept under the Insurances section of our website.
Before scheduling an appointment with our pediatric office, please ensure all healthcare records are shared with us. This helps us facilitate a seamless transition and deliver the highest standard of care tailored to your child’s needs. Medical records give us valuable insight into your child's medical history, past treatments, and ongoing health needs.
What days are you open?
Our office is typically open:
Monday -Thursday 7am-630pm.
Friday 7am-4:30pm.
Saturday and Sunday 9am
As our schedule is subject to change, please call to confirm office hours.
How do I make an appointment?
To make an appointment with your pediatrician, please call our office. To ensure the best use of time, for both our clinicians and patients, we offer scheduled appointments for well visits, sick visits, chronic medical issues and medication management as well as designated walk-in hours for quick sick visits.
Do you accept my health insurance?
Please refer to our Insurance page to review a list of accepted insurance carriers. Call our office if you have insurance questions.
How do we contact the after hours doctor?
Our dedicated pediatric team is available 24/7 to provide after-hours phone advice. Call our office for urgent concerns.
We also encourage you to check our child health resources before calling for after-hours urgent care.
For non-urgent matters mild illness, scheduling appointments, or refilling medications, please call during regular office hours.
IN THE EVENT OF A LIFE THREATENING EMERGENCY, CALL 911.
What is a pediatrician?
A pediatrician is a medical doctor who specializes in the care of children. Pediatricians have undergone special training in the health and illnesses of infants, children, teens, and young adults, and are certified by the American Board of Pediatrics after passing a comprehensive exam.
Pediatricians provide preventive health care for children in good health and medical care for children who are acutely or chronically ill.
They also provide parents with support and advice on concerns such as growth and development, safety and prevention, nutrition, and emotional wellness to foster a lifetime of good health.
May I request a specific pediatrician for my visit?
Every effort is made to arrange your child's care and follow-up visits with the pediatrician of your choice. When your child is ill and needs to be seen the same day, they may see any one of our care providers.
How often does my child need to be seen in the office?
Our routine well-child visits schedule follows the American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines.
Why does my child need to receive vaccinations?
Immunizations are vital shots given to children at various ages to protect them from serious and potentially fatal childhood diseases. Ensuring your child receives these immunizations on schedule is the best way to safeguard their health. The American Academy of Pediatrics reports that vaccinations have decreased infections from vaccine-preventable diseases by over 90%.
What immunizations will my child receive?
To help protect your child from many serious infectious diseases, we follow the immunization schedule recommended by The American Academy of Pediatrics.
My child needs to see a specialist. What do I do?
For referrals: Most referrals are completed and submitted directly to the specialist's office. Please schedule your appointment with the specialist after your referral has been submitted.
When will I receive lab or test results?
You will receive a call immediately with any lab results that require urgent attention. Other abnormal lab results will be addressed promptly by the clinician who ordered the labs or tests. Normal values are reviewed and addressed by the care provider who ordered them.
How do I obtain a prescription refill?
For medication refills, please ensure there are no refills available by calling your pharmacy. If there are no refills available, call our office and our team can assist you. We have a medication refill line that is checked regularly.
Does your practice support breastfeeding mothers?
Yes, we promote breastfeeding. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends breastfeeding babies for the first six to twelve months. Breastfeeding helps defend children against infections, prevents allergies, and protects against many chronic conditions.
While experts believe that breast milk is the best nutritional choice for infants, breastfeeding may not be possible for all women. Some women have specific considerations that impede breastfeeding. In these cases, an iron-fortified, milk-based infant formula is a good alternative.
We will gladly discuss your diet and feeding concerns at your child's well-care visit.
I just gave birth. When should I schedule my baby's first doctor visit?
We recommend that your newborn be seen in our office 1-2 days after discharge from the hospital. Our staff understands the importance of this first visit and will make every effort to schedule this visit promptly.
When should my baby start solid foods?
As all children are different, we advise following several appropriate steps to advance your child's diet based on age and development. Please discuss these steps with your child's pediatrician at your child's well visit.


