25 of the Best Pediatricians Near Me in Middletown, DE

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MediFind found 42 specialists near Middletown, DE

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    Nemours Children's Health, Middletown

    200 Cleaver Farm Road, Suite 201, 
    Middletown, DE 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    6+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Punjabi

    Gurjeet Kaur is a primary care provider, a Pediatrics specialist and a General Practice provider in Middletown, Delaware. She has been practicing medicine for over 6 years. Dr. Kaur is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1, Food Allergy, Obesity in Children, Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Kaur is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
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    Nemours Children's Health, Middletown

    200 Cleaver Farm Road, Suite 201, 
    Middletown, DE 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chitra Vaidy is a primary care provider, a Pediatrics specialist and a General Practice provider in Middletown, Delaware. She has been practicing medicine for over 32 years. Dr. Vaidy is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Food Allergy, Obesity in Children, Common Cold, and Pityriasis Rosea. Dr. Vaidy is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

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    Nemours Children's Health, Middletown

    200 Cleaver Farm Road, Suite 201, 
    Middletown, DE 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gerard Kuhn, MD, is a board-certified pediatrician. He is an advocate for early literacy. He serves on the board of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF). I discovered during medical school that I enjoyed taking care of children most of all. I like being a part of helping families take care of their children’s health and watching them grow. I prefer the broad spectrum of pediatrics, which is why I went into primary care. I care about the quality of medical care children receive on a daily basis. I’m passionate about educating and coaching families in certain areas of childhood health that need attention. Childhood obesity is an example, where I help families understand the importance of healthy eating and exercise — and doing as both as a family.Another passion of mine would be helping families recognize the importance of early literacy. Again, this is a family activity. Children want to learn, and parents play a big part in that early learning by introducing books. I’m involved with Reach Out and Read. I’m involved with community service, like serving on the board of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation to help lend some medical expertise. I’m also on the board of the Friends of the National Library of Medicine. Dr. Kuhn is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Food Allergy, Obesity in Children, Common Cold, and Developmental Dysphasia Familial. Dr. Kuhn is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

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    Pediatric Associates Whitehall

    735 Mapleton Avenue, 
    Middletown, DE 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Danielle Sanders is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Middletown, Delaware. Dr. Sanders is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vascular Birthmark, Stork Bite, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and Developmental Dysphasia Familial.

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    Nemours Children's Health, Middletown

    200 Cleaver Farm Road, Suite 201, 
    Middletown, DE 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Valerie Agbeko is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Middletown, Delaware. She has been practicing medicine for over 22 years. Dr. Agbeko is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Scarlet Fever, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Developmental Dysphasia Familial. Dr. Agbeko is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
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    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
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    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

    Westside Family Healthcare

    404 Foxhunt Drive, 
    Bear, DE 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alireza Pirestani is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Bear, Delaware. Dr. Pirestani is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Food Allergy, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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    Nemours Children's Health, Middletown

    200 Cleaver Farm Road, Suite 201, 
    Middletown, DE 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michelle Kurman is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Middletown, Delaware. She has been practicing medicine for over 25 years. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rotor Syndrome, Obesity in Children, Delayed Growth, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Kurman is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

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    Pediatric Associates Whitehall

    735 Mapleton Avenue, 
    Middletown, DE 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Eduardo Delgado is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Middletown, Delaware. His clinical expertise encompasses Autism Spectrum Disorder, Stork Bite, Vascular Birthmark, and Umbilical Hernia.

    Expertise in
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    Pediatrics | General Practice
    Expertise in
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    Nemours Children's Health, Becks Woods

    141 Becks Woods Drive, 
    Bear, DE 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Justin D’Antuono, MD, FAAP, is a board-certified primary care pediatrician, and a fellow of the American Association of Pediatrics. He has been working with children for much of his adult life, and enjoys working to keep kids healthy throughout childhood. Ever since high school, I’ve loved working with kids. In college, I volunteered at a major children’s hospital in the northeast. I like watching children grow and develop throughout their childhood. I’ve always found helping sick children, and helping them do what kids should be doing — being happy and healthy — very rewarding. I’m passionate about preventive care to help keep children from getting sick. Simple things such as nutrition, fitness and good sleep habits, if started at an early age, will have a big pay-off later on in life in the overall health and well-being of a child.It’s also important to me to help parents with their everyday challenges, and to aid in developing parenting techniques and strategies for families. Parenting is the toughest job in the world, but it’s the best job in the world. The home atmosphere plays a huge role in a child’s development. I have two of my own kids, so I can offer practical suggestions based on what has worked in my family. We are moving our practice toward the medical home model where the family can feel that this is a place where we can take care of more than just medical problems, but also social/emotional challenges. I make myself as accessible as possible to my patients, whether it be by phone, email or appointment times, in order to fully address any concerns that parents may have. Dr. D'antuono is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Food Allergy, Obesity in Children, Common Cold, and Cluster Headache. Dr. D'antuono is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
    5
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    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
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    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

    Nemours Children's Health, Becks Woods

    141 Becks Woods Drive, 
    Bear, DE 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    14+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Trisha Jordan is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Bear, Delaware. She has been practicing medicine for over 14 years. Dr. Jordan is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Common Cold, Candida Infection of the Skin, Food Allergy, and Obesity in Children. Dr. Jordan is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

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    Pediatrics | General Practice
    Expertise in
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    Nemours Children's Health, Newark

    200 Biddle Ave., Suite 100, 
    Newark, DE 
     (10.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Preethi Kumar, MD, is a board-certified pediatrician. She is passionate about teaching families about ways to get and stay healthy. I get immense pleasure from treating children because these are the kids who see you for close to 20 years. You see them grow up. Over that time, you see children sick, you treat them to get well, you watch them grow, and you see them flourish. Sometimes those kids, once they’ve grown and started their own families, bring their children to us. I get a lot of satisfaction from that. I love teaching and explaining things to families. This is more than a job to me, it’s a passion. Making one child feel better, having one family comfortable and happy, I’ve done my job. At the end of the day, what I’m looking for is, “How many did I treat today? How many did I make happy? How many lives did I make feel better today?” When I see people walking out of here happy and healthy, that’s all I need. One big way I try to make a difference is through education and teaching. I give talks at schools.I try to make a difference to my patients by being available when they need me. I make a lot of follow-up phone calls. I talk with parents and ask about their other children. I talk with them if my families see me out shopping or in the community. I try to remember the little details, all as a part of knowing the family and building a relationship with them. Educating the parents gives them the best tools to make the right decisions for their child. Dr. Kumar is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Common Cold, Food Allergy, Cluster Headache, and Obesity in Children. Dr. Kumar is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

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    Nemours Children's Health Middletown

    200 Cleaver Farms Rd Ste 201, 
    Middletown, DE 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elizabeth Crowe is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Middletown, Delaware. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Delayed Growth, Herpangina, and Developmental Dysphasia Familial.

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    Office

    3920 DuPont Pkwy, 
    Townsend, DE 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Katherine Callaghan is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Townsend, Delaware. Her clinical expertise encompasses Autism Spectrum Disorder.

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    Pediatrics
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    Pediatrics

    Delaware Pediatrics

    3920 Dupont Parkway, Suite A, 
    Townsend, DE 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Hann is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Townsend, Delaware. His clinical expertise encompasses Autism Spectrum Disorder, Croup, 15q11.2 Microdeletion, and Jacobsen Syndrome.

    Expertise in
    10
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    Expertise in
    10
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    Premier Pediatrics

    2600 Glasgow Avenue, Glasgow Medical Center, Suite 213, 
    Newark, DE 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rebecca Achterhof is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Achterhof is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Food Allergy, Obesity in Children, Hepatitis, and Acquired Tracheomalacia.

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    Premier Pediatrics

    2600 Glasgow Avenue, Glasgow Medical Center, Suite 213, 
    Newark, DE 
     (10.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bradley Smith is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Smith is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Herpangina, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Scarlet Fever.

    Expertise in
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    Pediatrics
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    Pediatrics

    Partners In Womens Health PA

    215 North St Ste A, 
    Elkton, MD 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Agnes Daliva is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Elkton, Maryland. Dr. Daliva is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Asthma in Children, Delayed Growth, Undescended Testicle, and Diarrhea.

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    Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine

    Adult And Adolescent Medicine Of Middletown LLC

    102 Sleepy Hollow Dr Ste 200, 
    Middletown, DE 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Darrin Campo is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Middletown, Delaware.

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    Office Of Irene Szeto, MD

    121 Becks Wood Drive, Suite 100, 
    Bear, DE 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Irene Szeto is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Bear, Delaware. Her clinical expertise encompasses Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS), Mesenteric Artery Ischemia, Strongyloidiasis, and Adult T-Cell Leukemia. Dr. Szeto is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

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    Delaware Modern Pediatrics

    300 Biddle Avenue, Springside Plaza, Connor Building, Suite 206, 
    Newark, DE 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Epstein is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Newark, Delaware. His clinical expertise encompasses Croup, Developmental Dysphasia Familial, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

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    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
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    Bear Internal Medicine And Pediatrics

    1400 Peoples Plaza, Suite 201, 
    Newark, DE 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shilpa Mehta is a Pediatrics specialist and an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Newark, Delaware. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Alopecia Areata, and Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis.

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    Bear Internal Medicine And Pediatrics

    1400 Peoples Plaza, Suite 201, 
    Newark, DE 
     (10.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nemishh Mehta is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Newark, Delaware. His clinical expertise encompasses Developmental Dysphasia Familial, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU), and Obesity in Children.

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    Nemours Children's Health, Becks Woods

    141 Becks Woods Drive, 
    Bear, DE 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rachel Overdevest is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Bear, Delaware. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly and Polydactyly. Dr. Overdevest is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

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    Union Hospital Of Cecil County

    111 W High St, Union Primary Care Of Elkton Suite 314, 
    Elkton, MD 
     (12.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kandis Samuels is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics in Elkton, Maryland. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

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    Office Of Marita Fallorina, MD

    1 Catherine Street, Suite 1, 
    New Castle, DE 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marita Fallorina is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics in New Castle, Delaware. Her clinical expertise encompasses Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Ascites, Venous Insufficiency, and Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers.

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    How do I find a Pediatrician near Middletown, DE?

    A Pediatrician is a type of primary care provider, and is responsible for your ongoing healthcare monitoring and maintenance, and is your first line of treatment. You should see your Pediatrician near Middletown, DE at least once a year. If new symptoms arise, they will also help you get properly diagnosed, although for many situations you will need to see a specialist near Middletown, DE to get diagnosed and treated.

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    What are the different kinds of primary care providers, including Pediatricians,  near Middletown, DE?

    • A pediatrician is an expert in childhood growth and development and they are frequently the primary care provider for children under 18.
    • Adults near Middletown, DE generally see an Internist, a General Practitioner, or a Family Practitioner (often informally called a Family Doctor) for their primary care.
    • Older adults near Middletown, DE may see a Geriatrician, which is a provider that specializes in the care of older people.
    • Some women near Middletown, DE choose to receive their primary care from their OB/GYN (obstetrician/gynecologist), though if you have multiple medical issues, it may be in your best interest to find a primary care physician.

    How do I get a referral near Middletown, DE from my Pediatrician?

    Typically, your Middletown Pediatrician will refer you to a specialist if they believe it to be necessary. You can also explore your symptoms or research your diagnosis to see what kinds of providers commonly treat your health condition near Middletown, DE.

    Should I get a second opinion from another Pediatrician near Middletown, DE for my health condition?

    When you’re making important health decisions, it’s always recommended to get medical opinions from more than one provider, whether that be another Pediatrician or a specialist near Middletown, DE. If you just received a diagnosis from you Pediatrician, but something in your gut tells you to seek more guidance, it’s OK to consult with another doctor near Middletown, DE to get additional insight into your condition and care. Second opinions are highly valuable because they can either confirm or disprove your original diagnosis or provide different perspectives from different Pediatrician. Most doctors, including Pediatricians, will not get offended and welcome second opinions, especially if you were diagnosed with a serious or rare condition. You can even use MediFind to search for another Pediatrician or specialist near Middletown, DE who can provide a second opinion.

    How do I find a specialist near Middletown, DE, in addition to my Pediatrician, for my specific condition?

    There are over 7,000 conditions that providers, including Pediatricians and specialists need to treat. With so many conditions, it is nearly impossible for any provider to be an expert in every unique condition, even in just one geographic area like Middletown. However, plenty of research has shown that experience is the best predictor of expertise, and it is important to find a Middletown doctor who has a lot of experience with your particular condition. MediFind can help you find a doctor or a second opinion for your condition. 
    When talking with your Pediatrician, be honest and don’t hold anything back, since your doctor can only help you with the information you give them. Understanding the full picture will give your Pediatrician more to work with and help them provide you with the best care.

    How can I learn about the latest research and medical advances my Pediatrician in Middletown may know about?

    Pediatricians know there is new scientific research happening all the time, and in fact, it’s estimated that the total body of medical knowledge now doubles every 73 days. That’s a lot of information to keep up with, even for an excellent Pediatrician. MediFind can help you explore the latest medical advances, research, and breakthroughs for your health condition, giving you access to the same cutting-edge information as your Middletown Pediatrician.

    How can I research clinical trials my Pediatrician might tell me about, especially ones that are located near Middletown, DE?

    How can I research clinical trials my Pediatrician might tell me about, especially ones that are located near Middletown, DE?
    Depending on your specific health condition, your Pediatrician may bring up clinical trials near Middletown, DE during one of your appointments. The purpose of clinical trials is to find improvements or discoveries for diseases and treatments, and your Pediatrician may be working to stay on top of these developments, or refer you to a specialist who focuses on your condition. MediFind can help you easily search and filter clinical trials for your health condition, including those near Middletown, DE, that your Pediatrician might bring up. You can also learn more about what to consider when exploring clinical trials that you may wish to discuss with your Pediatrician.

    What should I bring with me to an appointment with my Pediatrician near Middletown, DE?

    Bring your list of concerns (or reasons for your visit) with you on a piece of paper or your phone, so you can easily recall them when speaking to your Pediatrician in Middletown. You may want to consider bringing a friend or loved one for support, and to help you recall the information after your Pediatrician visit. Bring a notebook so you can take notes, copies of your medical records (dating back at least one year), a list of current medications, supplements and allergies to medications, your family history of disease, and a list of symptoms (and details about how long they last and how often they occur) to discuss with your Middletown Pediatrician.

    When talking with your Pediatrician, be honest and don’t hold anything back, since your doctor can only help you with the information you give them. Understanding the full picture will give your Pediatrician more to work with and help them provide you with the best care.

    How can I get the most out of my Pediatrician appointment near Middletown, DE?

    Being a “good patient” isn’t just about listening to your Pediatrician. It’s about engaging in your health together to ensure you receive a high quality of care, which is called practicing patient autonomy. It’s important to be honest with your Middletown Pediatrician, and hide nothing, even if it’s embarrassing. You should also speak up and voice your concerns, and listen and ask questions of your Pediatrician. You may also consider doing your own research on your condition and talking to other patients before or after speaking with your Pediatrician.

    What questions should I ask my Middletown Pediatrician?

    A few topics you may wish to ask your Pediatrician about include: diagnosis details, symptom management, medical care, second opinions from other Pediatricians, whether you should see a specialist near Middletown, DE other than your Pediatrician, treatment plans, side effects, and expectations for follow-up appointments with your Pediatrician.

    Can a Pediatrician near Middletown, DE help me check symptoms?

    Depending on your symptoms,  a Pediatrician near Middletown, DE may be able to provide a different point of view on your health. You can also explore your symptoms and bring the results with you to your Pediatrician visit for discussion.

    What types of insurance are accepted by Pediatricians near Middletown, DE?

    You should always contact your Pediatrician’s office to make sure they take your health insurance. Every Pediatrician has different arrangements with insurance providers. The most commonly accepted insurance near Middletown, DE may not be the same as elsewhere, but some of the largest insurance providers are: Anthem/Blue Cross Blue Shield, Centene, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, HCSC (Health Care Service Corporation), CVS Health/Aetna, Kaiser Permanente, Molina Healthcare, and Cigna.

    How far should I travel to find the best Pediatrician near Middletown, DE?

    Despite our increasingly connected world, there are times when you need to see your Pediatrician in person in Middletown. For Pediatricians, this study concluded that people typically only travel about 18 minutes. So, a good rule of thumb is to select a primary care physician that is located near you in Middletown, somewhere between 15-30 minutes away. For more specialized care, you may need to travel considerably further, but look for specialists within 45 minutes of your home near Middletown, DE if possible.

    In recent years, many Pediatricians  have also adopted telehealth, also commonly called telemedicine, which is the use of digital technology to provide or supplement patient care. Telehealth can help reduce the burden of physical travel to your Pediatrician near Middletown, DE. You might wish to consider contacting your Pediatrician’s office to learn about the telehealth options they offer for Middletown, as well as your insurance provider.