Business Details
31 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Pediatric Care Provider in San Diego & Riverside Counties
Since 1995, we have been the largest pediatric primary care group in San Diego and southern Riverside counties, serving over 200,000 families. Our team of 170+ board-certified pediatricians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants delivers comprehensive care across 29 locations, with a focus on quality accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care. We offer same-day appointments for sick or injured children, extended evening and weekend hours at select sites, and 24/7 nurse triage support. Our partnership with Rady Childrens Hospital ensures seamless access to specialized care, while MyChart provides secure online access to health records. We accept all major insurance plans, including Medi-Cal, with no unexpected out-of-pocket costs.Our providers guide families from newborn care through adolescence, offering lactation support, virtual visits, and evidence-based health resources. With offices open 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday and strategically located across the region, we prioritize convenience and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our accreditation standards, collaborative healthcare approach, and patient-centered service model. We provide after-hours care at dedicated CPEC locations with evening and weekend appointments available by phone or online scheduling. Through continuous innovation and community-focused care, we aim to be the trusted healthcare partner for families throughout childhood and early adulthood.
Services
Pediatric Primary Care
Newborn Care
After-Hours Services
Lactation Support
Virtual Visits
Well-Child Exams
Sick-Child Appointments
MyChart Access
Nurse Triage
Extended Hours Care
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have 25+ years of specialized pediatric care experience in the region
- Our team includes 170+ board-certified pediatric care providers
- We offer same-day appointments for sick or injured children
- We provide seamless access to Rady Childrens Hospital specialists
- Our practices maintain AAAHC accreditation for quality standards
Associations and certifications
- Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care
What people say
On time
Very helpful
Awesome doctors
Flexible
Go above and beyond
Services
Pediatric Primary Care
Comprehensive medical care for children from birth to age 21, including preventive check-ups, immunizations, and chronic condition management. Our board-certified providers deliver personalized care through regular well-child visits and acute illness treatment. With 29 locations across San Diego and Riverside counties, we ensure accessible healthcare for families through extended hours and same-day sick visit availability.
Newborn Care
Specialized healthcare services for newborns including initial post-birth check-ups, feeding support, and developmental monitoring. Our providers guide parents through early childcare with prenatal meet-and-greet appointments and immediate postnatal care scheduling. We coordinate lactation consulting services and provide comprehensive resources for new parents through our Health Hub educational platform.
After-Hours Services
Extended-hour medical care for acute childhood illnesses and injuries outside regular office hours. Available at dedicated CPEC locations with evening and weekend appointments, our service includes nurse triage support and virtual visit options. Patients can schedule after-hours care through MyChart or by calling designated regional phone lines for San Diego and Riverside County locations.
Lactation Support
Specialized breastfeeding assistance from International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC) through individual consultations and virtual support groups. Our trained providers address feeding challenges and offer practical solutions to enhance breastfeeding success across all our service areas in San Diego and southern Riverside counties.
MyChart Access
Secure digital platform providing 24/7 access to children's medical records, test results, and appointment scheduling. Parents can communicate with providers, request medication refills, and manage healthcare needs online. The system integrates with Rady Childrens Hospital for comprehensive care coordination and immediate access to released medical information.
Questions
What ages do your providers care for?
We treat patients from birth through age 18, with select care available for young adults aged 19-21 based on insurance coverage.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call your preferred CPCMG office during business hours, use MyChart online scheduling, or contact the Welcome Center at 858-502-1177 for new patient appointments.
Do you accept Medi-Cal insurance?
Yes, we accept Medi-Cal along with most HMO, PPO, EPO, indemnity, and fee-for-service health plans without additional out-of-pocket expenses.
Are after-hours services available?
Yes, we offer evening and weekend care at dedicated CPEC locations with appointments available by phone or through MyChart.
How do I access my child's medical records?
Use our secure MyChart portal to view health records, current medications, and test results 24/7 with immediate access to released information.
What support exists for breastfeeding mothers?
Our IBCLC-certified lactation consultants provide individualized breastfeeding support through in-person consultations and virtual support groups across our service area.
Reviews (5)
Nando B.
Jan 06, 2022
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Review is based on wait times. My family comes here for Dr. Coullahan who is GREAT! But they must do something about the scheduling here. Im in the waiting room right now and there are about 20 people in the waiting room. We all know how contagious Omicron, and this is very uncomfortable. Prior to our arrival we also filled out the questionnaire to "save" time and we still waited 40 mins to be called back.
This doesn't include the time it takes for the doctor to come to the room. On average it takes 2 hours minimum from my experience to get in and out of this place and today was 1hr 45 mins. Really takes a chunk out of your day just for a routine check up.
This doesn't include the time it takes for the doctor to come to the room. On average it takes 2 hours minimum from my experience to get in and out of this place and today was 1hr 45 mins. Really takes a chunk out of your day just for a routine check up.
Jennifer M.
Jan 09, 2020
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This review is about the wait time. Not sure if they just over schedule appointments, but it's always the same here you can get here right on time for your appt but you are always in the waiting room for an hour, and then after you get into the room then you're waiting another 45min for the doctor. It's ridiculous, why even give you an appt time seems like just a walk-in time. If they could incorporate some sort texting to let patients know when the doctor is ready to see them, like restaurants do, or something so the wait time isn't as bad.
Angelica S.
Sep 25, 2019
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Absolutely love this office. Dr. Coullahan is the best. She always takes her time with my littles and really cares about them and their well being, always checking everything from their heads to their toes, paying attention to detail is her specialty. Dr. Coullahan was the physician who checked on both of my littles before we left the hospital after their births. Highly recommend her and her professionalism. The office staff is always courteous and on top of things. The office is always clean and welcoming!
Tania G.
May 21, 2019
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I only came to two check ups here before i had to make a switch. They have great doctors but the only issue is that no matter if you make an appointment, they request for you to arrive 30min before appointment time AND from arrival to be seen it takes a little over an hour. I couldnt. my infant was too impatient and so were we. Im just not happy with having to miss time (pay) from work because i have to show up 30min early AND still wait about another 30-40 after appointment time to be seen
Adam O.
Oct 20, 2018
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Almost 2 hours waiting inside the doctor's office for my 3 and 1.5 year old to get a couple vaccinations. They were both screaming in tears from frustration before we even got the shots! When one of them got an earache outside business hours on the weekend, there was no hotline to call for assistance, no 24 hour urgent care locally. I drove them 30 miles to Temecula to the 24 urgent care, which turned out to be a 3rd party office, not actually a Radys office.
Then 30 miles back down to Escondido to get the antibiotics! I used to think Kaiser's service was poor but at least they have someone to call 24 hours, and you can usually get an urgent appointment with a doctor for things like earaches.
Then 30 miles back down to Escondido to get the antibiotics! I used to think Kaiser's service was poor but at least they have someone to call 24 hours, and you can usually get an urgent appointment with a doctor for things like earaches.
