25 of the Best Pediatricians Near Me in Kentwood, MI

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    Expertise in
    47
    conditions

    Dr. Brooke E. Geddie
    Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    47
    conditions

    Dr. Brooke E. Geddie
    Pediatrics

    Corewell Health Pediatric Ophthalmology - 35 Michigan St NE

    35 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 5101, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (6.4 miles away)
    616-267-2605
    Experience:
    21+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Brooke Geddie is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 21 years. Dr. Geddie is highly rated in 47 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Coloboma, Strabismus, Congenital Cataract, Esotropia, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Geddie is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Ophthalmology & Otolaryngology.

    Expertise in
    39
    conditions

    Dr. Julie A. Conley
    Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    39
    conditions

    Dr. Julie A. Conley
    Pediatrics

    Corewell Health Pediatric Ophthalmology - 35 Michigan St NE

    35 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 5101, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (6.4 miles away)
    616-267-2605
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Julie Conley is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Conley is highly rated in 39 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Legius Syndrome, Esotropia, and RASopathies. Dr. Conley is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Expertise in
    35
    conditions

    Dr. Patrick J. Droste
    Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    35
    conditions

    Dr. Patrick J. Droste
    Pediatrics

    Pediatric Ophthalmology PC - Cascade Road

    5050 Cascade Road Southeast, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (7.1 miles away)
    616-957-0866
    Experience:
    46+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Patrick Droste is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 46 years. Dr. Droste is highly rated in 35 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Esotropia, Amblyopia, and Brown Syndrome. Dr. Droste is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Droste is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    33
    conditions

    Dr. Matthew R. Steensma
    Pediatrics | Surgical Oncology
    Expertise in
    33
    conditions

    Dr. Matthew R. Steensma
    Pediatrics | Surgical Oncology

    Corewell Health Orthopedic Oncology - Lemmen-Holton

    145 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 5500, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (6.4 miles away)
    616-486-5961
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Steensma is a Pediatrics specialist and a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 24 years. Dr. Steensma is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fibrosarcoma, Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor, Neurofibromatosis, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Steensma is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Steensma is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    23
    conditions

    Dr. Anna Carlson
    Pediatrics | General Surgery
    Expertise in
    23
    conditions

    Dr. Anna Carlson
    Pediatrics | General Surgery

    Corewell Health Pediatric Craniofacial And Plastic Surgery - 35 Michigan St NE

    35 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 5201, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (6.4 miles away)
    616-486-5885
    Experience:
    12+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Anna Carlson is a Pediatrics specialist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 12 years. Dr. Carlson is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Craniosynostosis, Plagiocephaly, Metopic Ridge, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft. Dr. Carlson is board certified in American Board Of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Carlson is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions

    Dr. Jason P. Coles
    Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions

    Dr. Jason P. Coles
    Pediatrics

    Helen DeVos Children's Hospital Pulmonary And Sleep Medicine

    35 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 3003, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (6.4 miles away)
    616-267-2200
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Coles is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 23 years. Dr. Coles is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Central Sleep Apnea, Drowsiness, and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness. Dr. Coles is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Sleep Medicine - 2009. Dr. Coles is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    6
    conditions

    Dr. Sara H. Mccune
    Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions

    Dr. Sara H. Mccune
    Pediatrics

    Corewell Health Pediatrics - 1545 68th St SE

    1545 68th Street Southeast, Suite 100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    616-267-7881
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Sara Mccune is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 22 years. Dr. Mccune is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Food Allergy, Obesity in Children, Candida Infection of the Skin, and Familial Multiple Nevi Flammei. Dr. Mccune is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions

    Dr. Paul R. Mark
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions

    Dr. Paul R. Mark
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics

    Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Medical Genetics - 25 Michigan St NE

    25 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 2100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (6.4 miles away)
    616-391-2700
    Experience:
    35+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Paul Mark is a Pediatrics specialist and a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 35 years. Dr. Mark is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses VACTERL Association, Peters Plus Syndrome, Orofaciodigital Syndrome 6, and Chromosome 21q Deletion. Dr. Mark is board certified in American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions

    Dr. Troy Quigg
    Pediatrics | Pediatric Hematology Oncology
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions

    Dr. Troy Quigg
    Pediatrics | Pediatric Hematology Oncology

    Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant - 35 Michigan St NE

    35 Michigan Street Northeast, Floor 2, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (6.4 miles away)
    616-391-9127
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Troy Quigg is a Pediatrics specialist and a Pediatric Hematologist Oncology provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. Dr. Quigg is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID), Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Hepatic Venoocclusive Disease with Immunodeficiency, Juvenile Myelomonocytic Leukemia (JMML), and Bone Marrow Transplant. Dr. Quigg is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions

    Dr. Lesley A. Reid
    Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions

    Dr. Lesley A. Reid
    Pediatrics

    Corewell Health Pediatrics - 1545 68th St SE

    1545 68th Street Southeast, Suite 100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    616-267-7881
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Lesley Reid is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 19 years. Dr. Reid is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Increased Head Circumference, Vascular Birthmark, and Stork Bite. Dr. Reid is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions

    Dr. Jayne A. Rauwerda
    Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions

    Dr. Jayne A. Rauwerda
    Pediatrics

    Alger Pediatrics

    733 Alger Street Southeast, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.3 miles away)
    616-243-9515
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Jayne Rauwerda is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 25 years. Dr. Rauwerda is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Croup, and Delayed Growth. Dr. Rauwerda is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Rauwerda is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions

    Dr. Ronald M. Hofman
    Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions

    Dr. Ronald M. Hofman
    Pediatrics

    Alger Pediatrics

    733 Alger Street Southeast, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.3 miles away)
    616-243-9515
    Experience:
    45+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Ronald Hofman is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 45 years. Dr. Hofman is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Roseola, Croup, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD). Dr. Hofman is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Hofman is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions

    Dr. Stephanie R. Walter
    Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions

    Dr. Stephanie R. Walter
    Pediatrics

    Alger Pediatrics

    733 Alger Street Southeast, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.3 miles away)
    616-243-9515
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Stephanie Walter is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 16 years. Dr. Walter is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Croup, Herpangina, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Walter is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Walter is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions

    Dr. William B. Stratbucker
    Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions

    Dr. William B. Stratbucker
    Pediatrics

    Corewell Health Pediatric Healthy Weight Center - 35 Michigan St NE

    35 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 1800, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (6.4 miles away)
    616-391-7999
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    William Stratbucker is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 29 years. Dr. Stratbucker is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Polydactyly, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Newborn Low Blood Sugar. Dr. Stratbucker is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Stratbucker is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    87
    conditions

    Dr. Linda Z. Rossetti
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
    Expertise in
    87
    conditions

    Dr. Linda Z. Rossetti
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics

    Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Medical Genetics - 25 Michigan St NE

    25 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 2100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (6.4 miles away)
    616-391-2700
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Linda Rossetti is a Pediatrics specialist and a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Rossetti is highly rated in 87 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Smith-Magenis Syndrome, Miller-Dieker Syndrome, Chromosome 6q Duplication, and Chromosome 8p Deletion. Dr. Rossetti is board certified in American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics and American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions

    Dr. Jeremy R. Veenema
    Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions

    Dr. Jeremy R. Veenema
    Pediatrics

    Alger Pediatrics

    733 Alger Street Southeast, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (4.3 miles away)
    616-243-9515
    Experience:
    13+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Jeremy Veenema is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 13 years. Dr. Veenema is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Herpangina, Croup, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Veenema is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Veenema is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions

    Dr. Stason Vandegrift
    Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions

    Dr. Stason Vandegrift
    Pediatrics

    Corewell Health Pediatrics - 1545 68th St SE

    1545 68th Street Southeast, Suite 100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    616-267-7881
    Experience:
    8+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Stason Vandegrift is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 8 years. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children, Stork Bite, Vascular Birthmark, and Delayed Growth. Dr. Vandegrift is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions

    Dr. James R. Jokerst
    Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions

    Dr. James R. Jokerst
    Pediatrics

    Pediatric Associates Of Kentwood

    4444 Kalamazoo Avenue Southeast, Suite 103, 
    Kentwood, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    616-281-5800
    Experience:
    38+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    James Jokerst is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Kentwood, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 38 years. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children. Dr. Jokerst is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Jokerst is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions

    Dr. Dana L. Leary
    Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions

    Dr. Dana L. Leary
    Pediatrics

    Pediatric Associates Of Kentwood

    4444 Kalamazoo Avenue Southeast, Suite 103, 
    Kentwood, MI 
     (1.3 miles away)
    616-281-5800
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients

    Dana Leary is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Kentwood, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 37 years. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children. Dr. Leary is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Leary is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions

    Dr. Laurel A. Taylor
    Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions

    Dr. Laurel A. Taylor
    Pediatrics

    Brookville Pediatric & Internal Medicine - Wyoming

    1200 56th Street Southwest, 
    Wyoming, MI 
     (3.1 miles away)
    616-243-5707
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients

    Laurel Taylor is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Wyoming, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 25 years. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children. Dr. Taylor is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Taylor is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions

    Dr. Megan M. Edison
    Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions

    Dr. Megan M. Edison
    Pediatrics

    Brookville Pediatric & Internal Medicine - Wyoming

    1200 56th Street Southwest, 
    Wyoming, MI 
     (3.1 miles away)
    616-243-5707
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Megan Edison is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Wyoming, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 26 years. Her clinical expertise encompasses Croup. Dr. Edison is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Edison is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions

    Dr. Benjamin G. Sarver
    Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions

    Dr. Benjamin G. Sarver
    Pediatrics

    Brookville Pediatric & Internal Medicine - Wyoming

    1200 56th Street Southwest, 
    Wyoming, MI 
     (3.1 miles away)
    616-243-5707
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Benjamin Sarver is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Wyoming, Michigan. His clinical expertise encompasses Croup and Obesity in Children. Dr. Sarver is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    24
    conditions

    Dr. David L. Weatherly
    Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    24
    conditions

    Dr. David L. Weatherly
    Pediatrics

    Urologic Consultants PC - Michigan Street

    25 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 3300, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (6.4 miles away)
    616-459-4171
    Experience:
    16+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    David Weatherly is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 16 years. Dr. Weatherly is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Undescended Testicle, Bilateral Hydronephrosis, Anorchia, and Hypospadias. Dr. Weatherly is board certified in American Board Of Urology and American Board Of Urology. Dr. Weatherly is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    22
    conditions

    Dr. Theodore D. Barber
    Pediatrics | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Expertise in
    22
    conditions

    Dr. Theodore D. Barber
    Pediatrics | Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Urologic Consultants PC

    25 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 3300, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (6.4 miles away)
    616-459-4171
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Theodore Barber is a Pediatrics specialist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has been practicing medicine for over 24 years. Dr. Barber is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anorchia, Hypospadias, Horseshoe Kidney, Lithotripsy, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Barber is board certified in American Board Of Urology, Pediatric Urology - 2014 and American Board Of Urology, Urology - 2012. Dr. Barber is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    21
    conditions

    Dr. Jessica R. Priestley
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
    Expertise in
    21
    conditions

    Dr. Jessica R. Priestley
    Pediatrics | Medical Genetics

    Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Biochemical Genetics - 25 Michigan St NE

    25 Michigan Street Northeast, Suite 2100, 
    Grand Rapids, MI 
     (6.4 miles away)
    616-486-9830
    Experience:
    8+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Offers Telehealth

    Jessica Priestley is a Pediatrics specialist and a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has been practicing medicine for over 8 years. Dr. Priestley is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fabry Disease, Biotinidase Deficiency, Ornithine Transcarbamylase Deficiency, and Multiple Sulfatase Deficiency. Dr. Priestley is board certified in American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics, American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics, and American Board Of Pediatrics.

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    How do I find a Pediatrician near Kentwood, MI?

    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 Kentwood, MI 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 Kentwood, MI 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 Kentwood, MI?

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

    Typically, your Kentwood 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 Kentwood, MI.

    Should I get a second opinion from another Pediatrician near Kentwood, MI 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 Kentwood, MI. 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 Kentwood, MI 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 Kentwood, MI who can provide a second opinion.

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

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

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

    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 Kentwood. 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 Kentwood 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 Kentwood, MI?

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

    Can a Pediatrician near Kentwood, MI help me check symptoms?

    Depending on your symptoms,  a Pediatrician near Kentwood, MI 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 are the most common health conditions that a Pediatrician near Kentwood, MI might treat?

    Asthma in Children
    Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    Asthma in Children
    Autism Spectrum Disorder
    Bronchitis
    Croup
    Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)
    Otitis
    Fifth Disease
    Obesity in Children
    Fifth Disease
    Scabies
    Urinary Tract Infection in Children
    Pertussis

    What types of insurance are accepted by Pediatricians near Kentwood, MI?

    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 Kentwood, MI 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 Kentwood, MI?

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

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