Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Pediatric Partner in Southern Pines
Sandhills Pediatrics has been a trusted healthcare provider for families in the Sandhills community since 1966. Founded by Dr. David Bruton and Dr. William Clark, our practice has grown to include 15 pediatricians, 8 nurse practitioners, and a multidisciplinary team of mental health professionals, all dedicated to improving the health and happiness of children. Our team brings over 180 years of combined pediatric experience, offering comprehensive care that spans physical health, mental wellness, and preventive services.We prioritize medical caring through compassionate guidance, balancing quality care with convenience through extended hours, multiple locations, and streamlined scheduling. Our commitment to the community extends beyond our offices, as we actively engage in outreach and education to foster a healthier, happier environment for all families.
Services
Pediatric Care
Vaccinations
Mental Health Services
Well-Child Visits
Telemedicine
Details
- Year established: 1966
Highlights and features
- We have over 180 years of combined pediatric experience caring for children.
- Our team includes specialists in physical and mental healthcare.
- We offer extended hours, weekend clinics, and multiple office locations.
- We prioritize community health through education and outreach programs.
- Our providers are board-certified and trained in leading medical institutions.
What people say
Compassionate care
Experienced providers
Comprehensive services
Family-friendly environment
Accessible telemedicine
Services
Pediatric Care
Our pediatric care services cover routine check-ups, acute illness treatment, and chronic condition management. We provide personalized care for infants, children, and adolescents, focusing on preventive health and early intervention. Our team ensures comprehensive, family-centered care tailored to each child's unique needs.
Vaccinations
We offer all recommended vaccines, including flu, RSV, and COVID-19 immunizations, following AAP guidelines. Our vaccination programs protect against preventable diseases, with schedules for children up to 18 years old. We provide education on vaccine safety and community health benefits.
Mental Health Services
Our mental health services include therapy for anxiety, trauma, and behavioral disorders, provided by psychiatrists and licensed counselors. We specialize in child and adolescent mental health, offering evidence-based treatments like CBT and TF-CBT. Services are integrated with primary care for holistic wellness.
Well-Child Visits
Well-child visits include developmental screenings, growth monitoring, and age-appropriate health education. We offer convenient online scheduling for routine exams and immunizations. These visits ensure children meet health milestones and receive timely preventive care.
Telemedicine
Telemedicine appointments provide remote access to pediatric care for non-urgent concerns. Patients can consult providers via secure video from home, reducing travel time. This service supports continuity of care for established patients with follow-up needs or minor health questions.
People
Joseph Boals, MD
Pediatrician
Dr. Boals graduated from the University of Tennessee-Memphis School of Medicine and joined Sandhills Pediatrics in 1996. He specializes in asthma and infectious disease management, combining clinical expertise with a focus on family-centered care.
Sarah Locklear Brewington, MD
Pediatrician
A member of the Lumbee tribe, Dr. Brewington graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill and joined the practice in 2009. She focuses on adolescent medicine and reducing health disparities for Native American children through culturally competent care.
Christoph Diasio, MD
Pediatrician
Dr. Diasio, board-certified in pediatrics, has led statewide pediatric advocacy efforts and participated in RSV vaccine trials. He joined Sandhills Pediatrics in 2001, emphasizing vaccine safety and practice management innovation.
Wendy Jones, MD
Child Psychiatrist
Board-certified in child/adolescent psychiatry, Dr. Jones integrates behavioral health into primary care. She joined the practice in 2013, specializing in trauma-informed care and autism spectrum disorder treatment for Sandhills patients.
Lindsay Johannes-Monroe, PhD
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Johannes-Monroe specializes in trauma and anxiety disorders for children and families. She joined Sandhills Pediatrics after completing a postdoctoral fellowship at Nationwide Children's Hospital, providing evidence-based therapies like TF-CBT.
Questions
What vaccines are currently available at Sandhills Pediatrics?
We offer flu vaccines, RSV immunizations (Beyfortus), and the 2025-2026 Moderna COVID vaccine. Our schedule follows AAP recommendations for children from birth through 18 years old.
How can I schedule a well-child visit?
Use our patient portal to schedule online, or call any office during business hours. Established patients can book appointments with their preferred provider through the portal's scheduling feature.
Do you accept Medicaid patients?
Yes, we participate with Carolina Complete Health, Wellcare, and NC Medicaid Direct. Patients with other plans should contact enrollment brokers to switch providers or verify coverage details.
What are your weekend walk-in hours?
Weekend walk-ins are available at the Southern Pines office only from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM for established patients with urgent concerns.
How do I access medical records?
Use our patient portal to view vaccine records, appointment history, and secure messages with providers. Visit the office to complete identity verification for portal access.
Reviews (4)
Mark P.
May 03, 2022
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My family and I showed up for an appointment, for an annual check up, and we were turned away for not placing a mouth diaper on. There was absolutely no exception to their policy. We were not sick. This is discrimination and prejudice. I thought we were passed this in this country.
Anthony Imperial
Apr 25, 2022
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If you're still thinking masks are saving your life then this clinic is for you. If you think getting your 500th booster shot is the best thing for your health then this clinic is for you. If you're afraid to shake hands because of coofid then definitely take your children here. Definitely look at "the data" from the CDC and make sure you give your child all 40+ vaccines or you are endangering everyone's lives. What a joke.
Felicia Doyle
Feb 03, 2022
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We just switched to Sandhills because of a terrible experience at Rainbow pediatrics. Having three children, transferring all records, medical history and paperwork is no easy feat. After our first visit, I am so relieved that we made the change. Dr. Sexton is so caring, takes his time and is very thorough. Much more so than I ever experienced at Rainbow Pediatrics. I look forward to many years with this pediatrician. Thank you so much!
Jen Marr
Sep 24, 2021
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The nurse practitioner is rude, assumptive and dismissive. I am a mother of three. We move a lot. my kids have seen many a care provider. We have had the experience of an appt with her twice, once with my husband present and both were the same. Did not allow me to ask a single thing, and I did have some concerns. She had decided who we were and how we lived within the first four minutes of walking in the room. Moves way too fast. Two kids in and out in under twenty minutes, including weight/height checks and vaccines. Sounds good on the surface but yeah, it isn't.
