Business Details
27 Years
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Emergency
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Pediatric Care Services in East Greenwich, RI
Founded in 1999, East Greenwich Pediatrics has been dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare for children from birth through age 19. Our practice is built on a foundation of partnership with parents, ensuring care that addresses both the physical and emotional needs of our patients. With a team of experienced pediatricians and advanced practitioners, we offer preventive care, acute illness management, and chronic condition support in a warm, family-centered environment. We prioritize developmental screenings and behavioral health services, recognizing their importance in holistic care.Our commitment extends to offering telemedicine visits, urgent weekend appointments, and prenatal consultations to accommodate modern family needs. We continually invest in professional development, evidenced by our providers' affiliations with institutions like the American Academy of Pediatrics and Brown University. Our practice's longevity and dedicated staff reflect our unwavering commitment to community health and trustworthiness in pediatric care.
Services
Pediatric Primary Care
Developmental Screenings
Telemedicine Visits
Vaccination Clinics
Behavioral Health Services
Urgent Care Visits
Allergy Management
Newborn Care
Prenatal Consultations
Chronic Disease Management
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 24-hour virtual consult support with licensed pediatricians.
- Our providers have extensive academic affiliations with Brown University and the American Academy of Pediatrics.
- We implement evidence-based developmental screenings at key growth milestones.
- We provide urgent weekend appointments by appointment for acute needs.
- Our team includes specialists in behavioral health and chronic disease management.
Services
Pediatric Primary Care
Our comprehensive pediatric primary care covers preventive check-ups, immunizations, and growth monitoring for children from birth through adolescence. We provide routine screenings for developmental milestones and chronic conditions in a family-centered environment. Our services emphasize preventive care through regular wellness visits and personalized health education for parents.
Developmental Screenings
We conduct formal developmental screenings at 18 and 30-month well visits using standardized tools. Our nurse practitioners evaluate motor skills, language development, and behavioral patterns to identify early intervention opportunities. Results inform personalized care plans and referral recommendations for specialized therapies when needed.
Telemedicine Visits
Virtual visits allow convenient access to pediatric care for non-urgent concerns like rashes, allergies, and behavioral follow-ups. Our secure platform enables real-time consultations with established patients' regular providers. This service maintains continuity of care while accommodating busy family schedules during the pandemic and beyond.
Vaccination Clinics
We offer scheduled vaccination clinics for routine immunizations including annual flu shots and the COVID-19 vaccine. Our practice provides both traditional injections and nasal spray options for eligible patients. Vaccination records are maintained in accordance with state requirements and school entry regulations.
Behavioral Health Services
Our behavioral health services integrate psychological support with pediatric primary care. We offer screenings for anxiety, depression, and ADHD using validated assessment tools. Patients receive coordinated care plans that may include referrals to our on-site psychologist or community specialists for comprehensive treatment.
People
Cindy Klipfel
Pediatrician
Board-certified pediatrician with 20+ years of experience in newborn care and breastfeeding support. Previously served on the faculty at Brown University and instrumental in achieving Baby Friendly designation for Women and Infants Hospital.
Peter Pogacar
Pediatrician
Experienced pediatrician and current Chair of the Rhode Island Chapter's Pediatric Council. Served on active duty at naval bases before joining the practice in 2005. Specializes in pediatric primary care and community health initiatives.
Karen Maule
Pediatrician
Harvard-trained pediatrician with national recognition in injury prevention programs. Joined the practice in 2012 after completing residency at Children's Memorial Hospital. Provides comprehensive care for infants through adolescents.
Heather Pelletier
Pediatric Psychologist
Licensed pediatric psychologist specializing in behavioral pain management and child mental health. Previously affiliated with Hasbro Children's Hospital and maintains clinical faculty appointments at Brown University. Implements evidence-based interventions for emotional and physical symptom management.
Jennifer King
School Psychologist
Doctorate-holding school psychologist with 15 years of experience in special education evaluation. Currently completing postdoctoral training under Dr. Pelletier. Expert in early childhood development and educational process navigation for families.
Questions
What ages do you treat?
We provide care for children from birth through age 19.
Do you offer telemedicine visits?
Yes, we offer virtual consultations for established patients with non-urgent concerns.
How do I schedule an urgent weekend appointment?
Call our office between 8:00-10:00 AM on weekends for urgent visit scheduling.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept major carriers including BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, and Tricare. Visit our website for detailed insurance information.
Do you offer developmental screenings?
Yes, formal developmental assessments are conducted at 18 and 30-month well visits using standardized tools.
Are after-hours services available?
Yes, our physicians are on call after hours for urgent medical concerns requiring immediate attention.
Reviews (4)
Erika Kosiba
Jun 10, 2021
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Dr. Klipfel is giving out advice and information to people who are not their patient's parents. And letting others sign medical forms that are again not the patients parents. Going to be looking for a new pediatrician for both of my children and will not accept the disrespect of this place any longer.
Ryan Front
May 15, 2020
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Called in search of a new pediatrician for my son and was interrupted and basically hung up on when I mentioned the word new patient. With the great reviews you would think a secretary could at least show some respect and give you the time of day.
Vanessa Lachance
Mar 31, 2020
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Amazing facility and top of the line pediatricians. Highly recommend for parents with children of all ages. Both my boys [ages 10 and 18 months] come here and I love it.
Sheri Pellegrino
Jun 24, 2019
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My son has been going to East Greenwich Pediatrics since he was born seeing Dr Pogacar. now 9 he has seen all the physicians due to who was on call, they are open on weekends for sick visits for a 4 hour time frame. The ease of the office and information is amazing. The staff is warming, polite and welcoming. I can't say anything bad about them. I will miss the day when my son turns a adult and can no longer be seen!. Thank you EG Pediatrics for all you have done on this journey with my son!
