Search

Pediatrics
Close Icon
See All Pediatrics in Anchorage, Alaska

Find and Book Pediatricians Near Me in Anchorage, AK

There are 156 Pediatricians in Anchorage, AK and 28% of those with reviews are rated 4-star or higher. Popular hospitals in the area include Alaska Regional Hospital, Providence Alaska Medical Center and Alaska Native Medical Center.
Filter & Sort
Close Icon
Filter By

Insurance

Insurance
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (75)
  • Cigna (60)
  • Aetna (59)
  • Premera Blue Cross (45)
  • Anthem (32)
  • UnitedHealthCare (31)
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield (27)
  • First Choice Health (20)
  • MultiPlan (20)
  • First Health (14)
  • Humana (10)
  • Health Net (6)
  • Midwest Health Plan (5)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (4)
  • Ambetter (3)
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts (2)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of California (2)
  • Connecticare (2)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (2)
  • Kaiser Permanente (2)
  • Moda Health (2)
  • Optima Health (2)
  • Altius Health Plans (1)
  • Amerigroup (Wellpoint) (1)
  • Anthem Blue Cross (1)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Life and Health Insurance Company (1)
  • Blue Care Network of Michigan (1)
  • Blue Care Network of Michigan (BCN) (1)
  • Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (1)
  • Blue Cross & Blue Shield of South Carolina (1)
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama (1)
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida, Inc. d/b/a Florida Blue (1)
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (1)
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (1)
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana (1)
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota (1)
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (1)
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico (1)
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (1)
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma (1)
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (1)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona (1)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas (1)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware (1)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida (1)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia (1)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Indiana (1)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City (1)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (1)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi (1)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Missouri (1)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Pennsylvania (1)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York (1)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin (1)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming (1)
  • Blue Cross of Idaho (1)
  • Blue Medicare Advantage (1)
  • Blue Shield of California (1)
  • Blue Shield of Northeastern New York (1)
  • BlueAdvantage Administrators of Arkansas (1)
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee (1)
  • Capital Blue Cross (1)
  • CareFirst BlueChoice, Inc. (1)
  • CBA Blue (1)
  • ChoiceCare Network (1)
  • Cigna-HealthSpring (1)
  • Delta Dental (1)
  • Delta Dental of Minnesota (1)
  • Delta Dental of New York (1)
  • Delta Dental of Washington (1)
  • EmblemHealth (1)
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield (1)
  • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield (1)
  • Florida Blue (1)
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield (1)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (1)
  • Humana Benefit Plan of Illinois (1)
  • Humana Employers Health Plan of Georgia (1)
  • Humana Health Benefit Plan of Louisiana (1)
  • Humana Health Plan of Ohio (1)
  • Humana Health Plan of Texas (1)
  • Humana Veterans (1)
  • Humana/CompBenefits (1)
  • HumanaOne (1)
  • Independence Blue Cross (1)
  • inHealth (1)
  • Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Colorado (1)
  • Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Georgia, Inc. (1)
  • Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of the Mid-Atlantic States, Inc. (1)
  • Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of the Northwest (1)
  • Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc. (1)
  • Medicaid (1)
  • Medicaid of Alabama (1)
  • Medicaid of Alaska (1)
  • Medicaid of Arkansas (1)
  • Medicaid of California (1)
  • Medicaid of Colorado (1)
  • Medicaid of Connecticut (1)
  • Medicaid of Delaware (1)
  • Medicaid of Florida (1)
  • Medicaid of Georgia (1)
  • Medicaid of Hawaii (1)
  • Medicaid of Idaho (1)
  • Medicaid of Illinois (1)
  • Medicaid of Indiana (1)
  • Medicaid of Iowa (1)
  • Medicaid of Kansas (1)
  • Medicaid of Kentucky (1)
  • Medicaid of Louisiana (1)
  • Medicaid of Maryland (1)
  • Medicaid of Massachusetts (1)
  • Medicaid of Michigan (1)
  • Medicaid of Minnesota (1)
  • Medicaid of Mississippi (1)
  • Medicaid of Missouri (1)
  • Medicaid of Montana (1)
  • Medicaid of Nebraska (1)
  • Medicaid of Nevada (1)
  • Medicaid of New Hampshire (1)
  • Medicaid of New Jersey (1)
  • Medicaid of New York (1)
  • Medicaid of North Carolina (1)
  • Medicaid of North Dakota (1)
  • Medicaid of Ohio (1)
  • Medicaid of Oklahoma (1)
  • Medicaid of Oregon (1)
  • Medicaid of Pennsylvania (1)
  • Medicaid of Rhode Island (1)
  • Medicaid of South Carolina (1)
  • Medicaid of South Dakota (1)
  • Medicaid of Tennessee (1)
  • Medicaid of Texas (1)
  • Medicaid of Utah (1)
  • Medicaid of Vermont (1)
  • Medicaid of Virginia (1)
  • Medicaid of Washington State (1)
  • Medicaid of West Virginia (1)
  • Medicaid of Wisconsin (1)
  • Medicaid of Wyoming (1)
  • Medical Mutual of Ohio (1)
  • Medicare of Oklahoma (1)
  • Medicare of Texas (1)
  • Peach State Health Plan (1)
  • Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield (1)
  • Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield of Utah (1)
  • Regence Blue Shield of Washington (1)
  • Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon (1)
  • SIHO Insurance Services (1)
  • Trigon Blue Cross Blue Shield (1)
  • Tufts Health Plan (1)
  • United Concordia (1)
  • UnitedHealth Group (1)
  • UnitedHealthcare Benefits of Texas (1)
  • UnitedHealthcare of California (1)
  • UnitedHealthcare Plan of the River Valley (1)
  • UnitedHealthOne (1)
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield (1)
View All

Gender

Gender
  • Female (86)
  • Male (70)

Distance

Distance
  • 1 mile (2)
  • 5 miles (154)
  • 10 miles (156)
  • 25 miles (158)
  • 50 miles (173)
  • 100 miles (179)
  • National (92148)

Specialty

Specialty
  • Internal Medicine (10)
  • Allergy & Immunology (3)
  • Anesthesiology (2)
  • Speech-Language Pathology (2)
  • Chiropractic (2)
  • Acupuncture (1)
  • Pediatric Medicine (1)
  • Aerospace Medicine (1)
  • Allergy & Asthma (1)
  • Chinese Herbal Medicine (1)
  • Applied Kinesiology (1)
  • Opticianry (1)
  • Nutrition Consulting (1)
  • Chiropractic Nutrition (1)
  • Genetics (1)
  • Cornea & Contact Management (1)
  • Emergency Medicine (1)
  • Family Medicine (1)
  • Holistic Medicine (1)
  • Neonatal Medicine (1)
  • Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (1)
  • Neurorehabilitation (1)
  • Ophthalmic Pathology (1)
  • Optometry (1)
  • Pediatric Cardiology (1)
  • Sports Vision (1)
  • Vision Therapy (1)
View All

Age

Age
  • Under 40 (43)
  • 41-50 (32)
  • 51-60 (28)
  • 61-70 (21)
  • Over 70 (25)

Availability

Availability
  • Today (31)
  • Tomorrow (30)
  • Accepts new patients (66)
  • Telehealth (42)

Language

Language
  • Arabic (1)
  • Chinese (2)
  • French (3)
  • Japanese (2)
  • Spanish (5)

Patient Satisfaction

Patient Satisfaction
  • 5 Stars (32)
  • 4 Stars And Higher (43)
  • 3 Stars And Higher (52)
  • 2 Stars And Higher (54)
  • 1 Star And Higher (55)

Affiliated Facility

Affiliated Facility
  • Alaska Regional Hospital (36)
  • Providence Alaska Medical Center (20)
  • Alaska Native Medical Center (17)
  • Mat-su Regional Medical Center (2)
  • Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center (1)
  • West Valley Medical Center (1)
  • Palomar Medical Center Escondido (1)
  • Childrens Medical Center Plano (1)
  • UW Medical Center - Northwest (1)
  • UW Medical Center - Montlake (1)
  • Rhode Island Hospital (1)
  • Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido (1)
  • Dayton Childrens Hospital (1)
  • Samaritan Albany General Hospital (1)
  • Utah Valley Hospital (1)
  • Centra Lynchburg General Hospital (1)
  • Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital (1)
  • Seattle Children's Hospital (1)
  • Baptist Health Hardin (1)
  • UnityPoint Health - Methodist Hospital (1)
  • Mountain View Hospital (1)
  • Summerlin Hospital Medical Center (1)
View All
Insurance Coverage
Close Icon
156 Results for Pediatrics near Anchorage, AK
Photo: Dr. Jodyne Butto, MD

Dr. Jodyne Butto, MD

Pediatrics
5.0 (1)
Accepting new patients
Offers telehealth
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
Phone Icon (907) 268-2545
On staff at Alaska Regional Hospital
Photo: Dr. Mary Blenkush, MD

Dr. Mary Blenkush, MD

Pediatrics
0
Accepting new patients
Offers telehealth
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
Phone Icon (907) 268-2545
On staff at Alaska Regional Hospital
Photo: Dr. Chelsea Banks, MD

Dr. Chelsea Banks, MD

Pediatrics
0
Accepting new patients
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
Phone Icon (907) 268-2545
On staff at Alaska Regional Hospital
Photo: Dr. Adrian Furman, MD

Dr. Adrian Furman, MD

Pediatrics
5.0 (1)
Accepting new patients
Offers telehealth
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(833) 878-8918
On staff at Alaska Regional Hospital
Photo: Dr. Janet Shen, MD

Dr. Janet Shen, MD

Pediatrics
5.0 (4)
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience
Offers telehealth
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(833) 928-4378
On staff at Alaska Regional Hospital
Photo: Dr. Laura Jones, MD

Dr. Laura Jones, MD

Pediatrics
5.0 (1)
Accepting new patients
28 years of experience
Offers telehealth
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(907) 921-1617
On staff at Alaska Regional Hospital
Photo: Dr. Jeff Brand, MD

Dr. Jeff Brand, MD

Pediatrics
5.0 (3)
Accepting new patients
Offers telehealth
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(833) 874-4606
On staff at Alaska Regional Hospital
Photo: Dr. Daniel Tulip, MD

Dr. Daniel Tulip, MD

Pediatrics
5.0 (3)
Accepting new patients
41 years of experience
Offers telehealth
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(907) 931-5211
On staff at Alaska Regional Hospital
Photo: Dr. Stephen Baker, MD

Dr. Stephen Baker, MD

Pediatrics
5.0 (6)
Accepting new patients
32 years of experience
Offers telehealth
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(833) 861-6057
On staff at Alaska Regional Hospital
Photo: Dr. Thomas Hepler, MD

Dr. Thomas Hepler, MD

Pediatrics
4.5 (2)
Accepting new patients
26 years of experience
Offers telehealth
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(907) 931-5247
On staff at Alaska Regional Hospital
Photo: Dr. Mary Ann Jacob, MD

Dr. Mary Ann Jacob, MD

Pediatrics
3.9 (10)
Accepting new patients
Offers telehealth
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(907) 931-5094
On staff at Alaska Regional Hospital
Photo: Dr. Jeanette Legenza, MD

Dr. Jeanette Legenza, MD

Pediatrics
3.7 (3)
Accepting new patients
23 years of experience
Offers telehealth
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(907) 931-5024
On staff at Alaska Regional Hospital
Photo: Dr. Michelle Laufer, MD

Dr. Michelle Laufer, MD

Pediatrics
5.0 (1)
Accepting new patients
23 years of experience
Offers telehealth
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(907) 615-5837
On staff at Alaska Regional Hospital
Photo: Dr. Jodyne Butto, MD

Dr. Jodyne Butto, MD

Pediatrics
5.0 (1)
Accepting new patients
Offers telehealth
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(907) 313-8605
On staff at Alaska Regional Hospital
Photo: Dr. Mary Blenkush, MD

Dr. Mary Blenkush, MD

Pediatrics
0
Accepting new patients
Offers telehealth
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(888) 216-9298
On staff at Alaska Regional Hospital
Photo: Dr. Norman Herron, MD

Dr. Norman Herron, MD

Pediatrics
0
Accepting new patients
Offers telehealth
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(833) 869-5062
On staff at Alaska Regional Hospital
Photo: Dr. Monique Child, MD

Dr. Monique Child, MD

Pediatrics
3.2 (13)
Accepting new patients
21 years of experience
Offers telehealth
2.8 mi
Tel: (833) 866-6571
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(833) 866-6571
On staff at Alaska Regional Hospital
Photo: Dr. James Briggs, MD

Dr. James Briggs, MD

Pediatrics
3.3 (6)
Accepting new patients
Offers telehealth
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(833) 864-9482
On staff at Alaska Regional Hospital

Healthcare at a Glance in Anchorage, AK

Residents of Anchorage have several healthcare facilities available to them, including Providence — the region’s most established healthcare system. Children’s Hospital at Providence Alaska Medical Center is Anchorage’s only dedicated children’s hospital. The Anchorage VA Medical Center is Alaska’s primary veteran’s care facility in the area and has six community-based outpatient clinics throughout the region’s neighboring cities.

Anchorage’s Top-Rated Facilities

U.S. News marks Providence Alaska Medical Center as high performing in one adult specialty and 6 conditions & procedures, including:

  • heart attack
  • heart failure
  • kidney failure

Alaska Native Medical Center is a 173-bed hospital and level-2 trauma center. U.S. News rates Alaska Native Medical Center as high performing in three procedures and conditions, including:

  • chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
  • heart failure
  • pneumonia
4 Sources

Pediatrician Frequently Asked Questions

Medically reviewed by Karen Gill, M.D. – Written by Tim Jewell
What is a pediatrician?

Pediatricians play a key role in your child’s healthcare.

A pediatrician is a specialized physician trained to take care of your child’s physical, mental, and emotional health starting at birth until the age of 18, or sometimes older.

A pediatrician near you can complete “well child visits” and annual physicals, manage and treat any health conditions, and make sure your child is hitting all of their behavioral and physical milestones.

What procedures do pediatricians perform?

Chevron Icon

Pediatricians can perform the following procedures on babies and children:

There are procedures that pediatricians are required to know based on guidelines from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).

Some pediatrician's offices may not be equipped to perform all of the procedures listed above. Contact your local pediatrician for a more comprehensive list of the procedures that your pediatrician can perform.

What conditions do pediatricians treat?

Chevron Icon

Pediatricians diagnose and in some cases treat the following conditions:

  • ear, nose, throat, and neck conditions like ear infections and strep throat (otolaryngology)
  • allergies to food like nuts and fish or allergens in the environment like pollen or chemicals, as well as immune system disorders (allergy, asthma, immunology)
  • behaviors that may be considered disruptive to daily life resulting from social, emotional, or cognitive causes, such as ADD, ADHD, or autism spectrum disorder
  • digestive conditions that may make it hard for your child to eat or pass waste (gastroenterology)
  • physical or cognitive conditions that affect your child's ability to speak (speech-language pathology)
  • hearing difficulties either present when your child is born or caused by injuries (audiology)
  • conditions that make it difficult for your child to walk, talk, or perform basic daily activities (rehabilitative medicine or physical and occupational therapy)
  • complications that happen when your child is born too early (neonatology)
  • heart conditions present when your child is born or that develop throughout childhood (cardiology)
  • brain or nervous system disorders (neurology)
  • cancers that develop during childhood (oncology)

This list isn't exhaustive — pediatricians may specialize in a wide variety of conditions because their primary focus is on the holistic health of your child.

Get in touch with your local pediatrician to learn more about what conditions they can treat or specialize in.

What should I ask a pediatrician?

Chevron Icon

Top questions to ask a pediatrician during your or your child’s appointment that you may have not thought of:

  • How long have you been treating children? When did you start your practice?
  • What philosophy guides your approach to treating children? What are your beliefs about circumcision, vaccination, holistic medicine, or discipline?
  • Are there other doctors or pediatricians in your practice? Who covers for you when you're away or on vacation? Do you have any nurse practitioners, physician's assistants, or nurses who can help me?
  • How long can I expect my child's check-ups to last?
  • Are there any other specialists in your practice that can help my child, too?
  • When is your office open? Can you do same-day emergency visits? Do you have emergency hours or contact information for any urgent conditions or symptoms my child may have?
  • Do I need to call first and verify that it's an emergency with one of your staff?
  • Are you able to come to my home for a medical visit if I or my child can't travel? Or do you offer virtual visits?
  • Will my child's condition or treatment impact their lifestyle?
  • Are there any lifestyle changes that I or my child can make to help with their symptoms or condition?

Taking care of a child's medical needs may require skills distinct from those of a general physician.

Finding the right pediatrician means finding someone who can address your child's medical needs while also treating your child with patience, empathy, and respect.

Pediatricians also need to take into consideration other factors in the child's life that may be contributing to their conditions or behaviors. Keep this in mind when you choose your pediatrician.