25 of the Best Pediatricians Near Me in sarasota, FL

Looking for the best pediatrician near sarasota, FL? Find a top pediatrician near you in sarasota, FL who is an expert in your specific condition. A pediatrician is a doctor who treats a wide range of conditions for children under the age of 18.

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    Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota

    1700 S Tamiami Trl, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
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    John Ruffin is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sarasota, Florida. His clinical expertise encompasses Viral Gastroenteritis, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). Dr. Ruffin is currently accepting new patients.

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    SMH Physician Services Inc

    5350 University Pkwy Ste 101, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (4.5 miles away)
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    Enas Sallam is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Sallam is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Vitamin D Deficiency, Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (VEDS), Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Sallam is currently accepting new patients.

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    Theo L. Meyer III Pediatrics Chartered

    1666 Mound St, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (0.7 miles away)
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    Jesus Hermida is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Hermida is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Developmental Dysphasia Familial, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD). Dr. Hermida is currently accepting new patients.

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    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, Sarasota

    5881 Rand Boulevard, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (7.9 miles away)
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    Dr. Montes is a Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine physician in the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Department of Pediatric Medicine, seeing patients in Sarasota, Florida. He joined the medical staff in 2019. Some of Dr. Montes areas of clinical expertise include pediatric rehabilitation and caring for children with disabilities. Previously, Dr. Montes was the medical director of the Pediatric Rehabilitation Department at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and chief of pediatrics at Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Medical Center. Dr. Montes earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School at Houston. He completed a pediatric internship and residency at LAC/USC Pediatric Pavilion in Los Angeles. Dr. Montes is fluent in Spanish. His clinical expertise encompasses Immune Defect due to Absence of Thymus. Dr. Montes is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Montes is currently accepting new patients.

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    Weiss Pediatric Care

    2201 Cantu Ct, Suite 117, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (5.3 miles away)
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    Fellow of the American Board of Pediatrics, Dr. Stevens has over 12 years of experience in pediatric care. She provides a holistic approach to care for her patients. Dr. Stevens has worked in various pediatric healthcare settings and brings a unique set of skills to Weiss Pediatric Care. She provides well-child checkups, treatment of acute illnesses, ADHD management, referrals and other expertise and services. Dr. Stevens is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Obesity in Children, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection. Dr. Stevens is board certified in Board Certified, Pediatrics. Dr. Stevens is currently accepting new patients.

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    Theo L. Meyer III Pediatrics Chartered

    1666 Mound St, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (0.7 miles away)
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    Theo Meyer-Iii is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sarasota, Florida. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children. Dr. Meyer-Iii is currently accepting new patients.

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    Lightshare Behavioral Wellness And Recovery

    1750 17th St, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Sahar Dowidar is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children and Otitis Media with Effusion. Dr. Dowidar is currently accepting new patients.

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    Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota

    1700 S Tamiami Trl, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
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    Cristina Dickson is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pain. Dr. Dickson is currently accepting new patients.

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    Paradise Pediatrics Healthcare PLLC

    3400 Bee Ridge Rd Ste 120, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.9 miles away)
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    Suzanne Southerland is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children. Dr. Southerland is currently accepting new patients.

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    Gulfshore Cardiology PL

    1961 Floyd St Ste A, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (1.9 miles away)
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    Virginia Good is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children.

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    Childrens Health Center

    1750 17th St Ste E, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (2.3 miles away)
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    Yen Le is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension.

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    Ashfaq S Fatmi MD

    1951 Northgate Blvd, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (2.5 miles away)
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    Ashfaq Fatmi is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sarasota, Florida. His clinical expertise encompasses Scarlet Fever. Dr. Fatmi is currently accepting new patients.

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    Comprehensive Childcare Associates

    2020 Cattlemen Rd Ste 600, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (3.7 miles away)
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    Janet Minella is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Her clinical expertise encompasses Umbilical Hernia and Hernia. Dr. Minella is currently accepting new patients.

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    2201 Cantu Ct Ste 117, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (3.7 miles away)
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    Robert Weiss is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sarasota, Florida. His clinical expertise encompasses Vascular Birthmark and Stork Bite. Dr. Weiss is currently accepting new patients.

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    Comprehensive Childcare Associates

    2020 Cattlemen Rd Ste 600, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (3.7 miles away)
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    Marlene Murphy is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children and Umbilical Hernia. Dr. Murphy is currently accepting new patients.

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    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, Sarasota

    5881 Rand Boulevard, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Dr. Blanco specializes in pediatric medicine at the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Outpatient Care location in Sarasota, Florida. She has worked as a pediatrician in the Sarasota area since 2001. Dr. Blanco also is a clinical assistant professor for both the University of South Florida College of Medicine and the Florida State University College of Medicine. Dr. Blanco earned her medical degree from the University of South Florida College of Medicine and trained in the USF Health Residency Program at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. Videos Meet Patricia Blanco, M.D. Dr. Blanco is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Blanco is currently accepting new patients.

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    Johns Hopkins All Children's Outpatient Care, Sarasota

    5881 Rand Boulevard, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Dr. Gonzalez-Abello specializes in pediatric medicine at Johns Hopkins All Children’s. She sees patients at the hospital’s Outpatient Care Center in Sarasota. She joined the hospital staff in 2025. She has been practicing as a general pediatrician throughout west central Florida for over 25 years, most recently with CenterPlace Health, a Federally Qualified Health Center in Sarasota, where she was also chief medical officer. Her clinical interests include asthma, obesity, ADHD, autism, developmental delays and medical missionary work. Dr. Gonzalez-Abello earned her medical degree from the University of Miami. She completed her residency at the University of South Florida/Tampa General Hospital. She also earned a Master of Science in biomedical engineering from the University of Miami. She speaks English and Spanish. Dr. Gonzalez-Abello is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Gonzalez-Abello is currently accepting new patients.

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    5650 Bollettieri Boulevard, 
    Bradenton, FL 
     (9.0 miles away)
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    Dr. Howard specializes in pediatric sports medicine at Johns Hopkins All Children’s. She sees patients at the hospital’s main campus in St. Petersburg, Florida, at the Sarasota Outpatient Care location and at IMG Academy in Bradenton. She joined the hospital staff in 2024. She was previously a pediatrics and sports medicine physician with Evara Health, and has provided medical coverage for numerous leagues and sporting events at various levels, including NCAA and professional. She earned her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in East Lansing, Michigan. She completed her pediatric residency through University of Florida-Orlando at Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children, followed by a fellowship in sports medicine at Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital in St. Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Howard is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Howard is currently accepting new patients.

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    Westside Medical Care, Inc.

    2225 59th St W, Ste B, 
    Bradenton, FL 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Eva Laukhuf is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Bradenton, Florida. Dr. Laukhuf is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Obesity in Children, Anemia, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Laukhuf is board certified in AB Pediatrics - Pediatrics. Dr. Laukhuf is currently accepting new patients.

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    2020 Cattlemen Rd, Suite 600, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (5.1 miles away)
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    Donald Featherman is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Featherman is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Roseola, Umbilical Hernia, and Croup. Dr. Featherman is currently accepting new patients.

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    John A. Pettit O.D.

    3920 Bee Ridge Rd Bldg A, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (5.1 miles away)
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    Carola Fleener is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Fleener is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Asthma in Children, Delayed Growth, and Roseola. Dr. Fleener is currently accepting new patients.

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    John A. Pettit O.D.

    3920 Bee Ridge Rd Bldg A, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (5.1 miles away)
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    Barbara Landy is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Landy is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Asthma in Children, Diarrhea, and Increased Head Circumference. Dr. Landy is currently accepting new patients.

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    Gulf Coast Pediatrics Of Sarasota P.A.

    5664 Bee Ridge Rd Ste 202, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (5.1 miles away)
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    Richard Perez-Ii is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Perez-Ii is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Delayed Growth, and Anorchia. Dr. Perez-Ii is currently accepting new patients.

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    Sarasota CO Health Dept

    2200 Ringling Blvd, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    David Lyons is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sarasota, Florida.

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    Sarasota CO Health Dept

    2200 Ringling Blvd, 
    Sarasota, FL 
     (0.3 miles away)
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    Jean De Guia is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sarasota, Florida.

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    How do I find a Pediatrician near sarasota, FL?

    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 sarasota, FL 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 sarasota, FL to get diagnosed and treated.

    You can find a Pediatrician in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:
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    What are the different kinds of primary care providers, including Pediatricians,  near sarasota, FL?

    • A pediatrician is an expert in childhood growth and development and they are frequently the primary care provider for children under 18.
    • Adults near sarasota, FL generally see an Internist, a General Practitioner, or a Family Practitioner (often informally called a Family Doctor) for their primary care.
    • Older adults near sarasota, FL may see a Geriatrician, which is a provider that specializes in the care of older people.
    • Some women near sarasota, FL 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 sarasota, FL from my Pediatrician?

    Typically, your sarasota 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 sarasota, FL.

    Should I get a second opinion from another Pediatrician near sarasota, FL 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 sarasota, FL. 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 sarasota, FL 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 sarasota, FL who can provide a second opinion.

    How do I find a specialist near sarasota, FL, 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 sarasota. However, plenty of research has shown that experience is the best predictor of expertise, and it is important to find a sarasota 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 sarasota 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 sarasota Pediatrician.

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

    How can I research clinical trials my Pediatrician might tell me about, especially ones that are located near sarasota, FL?
    Depending on your specific health condition, your Pediatrician may bring up clinical trials near sarasota, FL 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 sarasota, FL, 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 sarasota, FL?

    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 sarasota. 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 sarasota 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 sarasota, FL?

    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 sarasota 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 sarasota 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 sarasota, FL other than your Pediatrician, treatment plans, side effects, and expectations for follow-up appointments with your Pediatrician.

    Can a Pediatrician near sarasota, FL help me check symptoms?

    Depending on your symptoms,  a Pediatrician near sarasota, FL 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 sarasota, FL?

    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 sarasota, FL 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 sarasota, FL?

    Despite our increasingly connected world, there are times when you need to see your Pediatrician in person in sarasota. 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 sarasota, 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 sarasota, FL 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 sarasota, FL. You might wish to consider contacting your Pediatrician’s office to learn about the telehealth options they offer for sarasota, as well as your insurance provider.

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