Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pediatric Care Partner in Riverside, CA
Mission Pediatrics was founded in 1984 with a commitment to redefining pediatric care through innovation and creativity. Our practice is built on four core concepts: prioritizing safety above all else, fostering a culture of courtesy, delivering a delightfully different medical experience, and maintaining efficient operations. We operate under four pillarsclarity of vision, constant communication, caring in action, and unity in purposeto ensure consistent, high-quality care. Our team includes board-certified pediatricians, physician associates, and nurse practitioners who provide comprehensive services from newborn care to adolescent medicine.With seven themed offices across Riverside and San Bernardino counties, we combine engaging environments with 24-hour on-call advice and hospital care. Our providers have decades of collective experience, emphasizing preventive care, patient education, and community engagement. We actively support local arts and businesses while maintaining rigorous safety protocols and continuous staff training. Our mission remains focused on making healthcare accessible, educational, and enjoyable for children and their families.
Services
ADD Evaluations
Asthma Management
Immunizations
Telemedicine
Sports Physicals
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in pediatric care with board-certified providers.
- Our themed offices create a comforting environment to reduce child anxiety.
- 24-hour on-call advice ensures continuous support for urgent medical questions.
- Providers specialize in comprehensive care from newborns to adolescents.
- Active community involvement demonstrates our commitment to local wellbeing.
What people say
Caring providers
Fun themed offices
Thorough examinations
24-hour advice line
Child-friendly atmosphere
Services
ADD Evaluations
We conduct comprehensive ADD/ADHD evaluations and provide tailored treatment plans when providers are accepting new patients. Our approach includes diagnostic assessments, personalized management strategies, and referrals for specialized psychiatric care when needed. Services emphasize accurate diagnosis and ongoing support for children with attention-related challenges.
Asthma Management
Our team offers specialized asthma care with thorough examinations and albuterol treatments. We focus on long-term condition management through personalized action plans, trigger identification, and regular monitoring. Services aim to reduce attack frequency and severity while improving patients' quality of life through evidence-based interventions.
Immunizations
We administer CDC-recommended vaccines following AAP guidelines, including routine childhood immunizations and seasonal flu shots. Our providers offer counseling about vaccine safety and benefits while addressing parental concerns. Services balance strict medical protocols with flexible scheduling options for families requiring alternative timelines.
Telemedicine
Full-time telehealth services provide accessible medical consultations through secure virtual platforms. Our providers conduct remote evaluations for non-urgent conditions, follow-up appointments, and health guidance. This service maintains care continuity while offering convenient access to pediatric expertise from home environments.
Sports Physicals
We perform comprehensive pre-participation physicals evaluating cardiovascular health, musculoskeletal function, and overall fitness for sports. Exams include injury risk assessments and personalized recommendations to ensure safe athletic participation. Our providers emphasize preventive care to support young athletes' long-term wellbeing.
People
Tim Watson
CEO and Medical Director
Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatrics with decades of experience. Founded Mission Pediatrics' themed office concept to improve pediatric experiences. Oversees clinical operations and quality initiatives across all locations while maintaining active patient care.
Ed Agas
Assistant Medical Director
Board-certified pediatrician providing comprehensive care with focus on preventive medicine. Contributes to policy development and clinical training programs. Recognized for compassionate patient interactions and commitment to community health education.
Jesusa Gigi Aquino
Pediatrician
Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatrics offering full-spectrum pediatric services. Specializes in newborn care and developmental screenings. Actively participates in staff training initiatives and office theme development projects.
Daved van Stralen
Pediatrician
Board-certified physician directing the Integrative Care Clinic for children with complex medical needs. Focuses on coordinating specialized treatments while maintaining general pediatric care services. Contributes to medical protocol development across practice locations.
Kathryn Porter
Physician Associate
Board-certified provider delivering patient-centered care with emphasis on family education. Assists in training resident physicians and maintaining clinical quality standards. Known for thorough patient evaluations and clear communication with caregivers.
Questions
What ages does Mission Pediatrics treat?
We provide care from newborns through age 21, offering comprehensive pediatric services across all developmental stages.
Do you offer same-day sick appointments?
Yes, we prioritize urgent care needs with same-day availability at all locations for acute illnesses or injuries.
Are vaccines mandatory at your practice?
While we strongly recommend following CDC guidelines, we work with families needing alternative scheduling while emphasizing vaccine benefits.
Can I choose which provider sees my child?
Yes, patients may select any available provider, though urgent appointments may require seeing the first available clinician.
Do you accept Medi-Cal insurance?
Yes, we accept Medi-Cal and multiple other insurance plans while offering self-pay options for uninsured patients.
Are evening or weekend hours available?
Standard hours are 9am-5pm Mon-Fri, with limited Saturday availability at select offices for established patients.
Reviews (3)
S. Flores
May 30, 2021
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Dr. Lee gives exceptional care to my kids. He always makes sure to answer all of my questions and takes the time to explain what I do not understand. Staff is very friendly and it is easy to schedule appointments.
Pedro Lopez
Jan 21, 2021
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Called over and over to see about setting up an appointment, but the lazy representative keeps putting me on hold, and hanging up on me.
Corey Park
Nov 30, 2020
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We love Dr. Lee! Everyone here is so kind and knowledgeable. This location is less crowded than the others and they can normally get us in quickly.
