Business Details
29 Years
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Emergency
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Your Child's Trusted Pediatric Care Provider
Since 1997, Pediatric Place has been dedicated to providing comprehensive pediatric care with a focus on continuity, quality, and cost-effectiveness. Our practice emphasizes the importance of maintaining all medical records in one centralized location to ensure consistent care and accurate comparisons during follow-up visits. We prioritize same-day urgent appointments during extended weekday hours and Saturday mornings to accommodate families' needs. Our team of board-certified pediatricians and certified nurse practitioners delivers expert care from infancy through age 21, specializing in well-child checkups, immunizations, developmental screenings, and acute illness treatment. We maintain strong partnerships with local pharmacies and health departments for vaccine distribution while advocating for primary care over urgent care for non-emergencies.Our services include asthma management, lactation support, nutritional counseling, and sports physicals, all delivered with a commitment to patient education and family-centered care. We utilize evidence-based resources like HealthyChildren.org to empower parents with accurate health information. Our practice adheres to strict continuity of care protocols, ensuring seamless communication between providers and reliable documentation of all patient interactions. We operate with transparent billing practices and work closely with insurance providers to minimize out-of-pocket expenses for families. Our team remains accessible through evening hours and on-call services to address urgent medical concerns outside regular office hours.
Services
Newborn Care
Immunizations
Well Child Physicals
Asthma Treatment
Nutritional Counseling
Suture Removal
Developmental Screening
Sports Physicals
Breastfeeding Support
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We provide same-day urgent appointments during extended weekday hours and Saturday mornings
- Our team maintains centralized medical records for consistent care tracking
- Board-certified pediatricians and nurse practitioners deliver specialized care
- We prioritize cost-effective primary care over urgent care options
- Lactation support and nutritional counseling services available on-site
What people say
Exceptional continuity of care
Knowledgeable staff
Timely appointments
Expert lactation support
Thorough developmental screenings
Services
Well Child Physicals
Our comprehensive well-child visits follow AAP-recommended schedules for growth monitoring and developmental screening. Services include age-appropriate health assessments, immunization administration, and parental guidance on nutrition and safety. Each exam documents developmental milestones and addresses any emerging health concerns through personalized care plans.
Asthma Treatment
We provide specialized asthma management including diagnostic testing, inhaler therapy, and nebulizer treatments. Our approach combines symptom tracking with environmental control strategies to reduce flare-ups. Patients receive personalized action plans and regular follow-ups to maintain optimal respiratory health and activity levels.
Immunizations
Our vaccine program follows CDC guidelines for routine childhood immunizations and seasonal flu shots. We offer HPV, meningococcal, and travel vaccines while maintaining detailed immunization records. Educational resources help families understand vaccine benefits and safety protocols through evidence-based counseling sessions.
Breastfeeding Support
Certified lactation counselors provide one-on-one assistance with breastfeeding techniques and milk supply concerns. We address common challenges like latching difficulties and nipple pain through personalized guidance. Educational materials and follow-up appointments ensure successful breastfeeding experiences for new mothers.
Same Day Sick Appointments
We prioritize acute illness evaluations with immediate appointment availability during office hours. Services include rapid strep tests, respiratory panels, and injury assessments. Our team coordinates evening and Saturday hours to reduce reliance on urgent care centers while maintaining continuity of medical records.
People
Cynthia Schaeffer
Board Certified Pediatrician
Dr. Schaeffer leads our practice with 25+ years of pediatric experience. She specializes in adolescent medicine and serves as our AAP liaison for vaccine education programs.
Meghan Begley
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Certified in pediatric emergency care, Ms. Begley manages acute illnesses and chronic conditions. She coordinates our sports physical program and developmental screening initiatives.
Adrienne Bourguet Valente
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Specializing in newborn care and breastfeeding support, she directs our lactation counseling services. Holds additional certification in pediatric nutrition management.
Gwyn Reece
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Focuses on asthma management and allergy care. Developed our respiratory treatment protocols using evidence-based guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Elizabeth DiSanti
Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Manages ADHD evaluations and behavioral health consultations. Coordinates care with local schools to support children's developmental needs through comprehensive treatment plans.
Questions
What services require urgent care versus primary care?
We handle all non-emergency illnesses and injuries during office hours. For life-threatening emergencies, visit the nearest ER or call 911 immediately.
How do I access after-hours medical advice?
Page our on-call provider through our main number after hours. A medical professional will return your call promptly for urgent concerns.
What vaccine options are available?
We follow CDC-recommended schedules for all routine childhood vaccines. Additional options include flu shots, HPV vaccines, and travel immunizations.
Do you offer same-day appointments?
Yes, we reserve slots daily for urgent medical issues. Evening hours Mon-Thu and Saturday mornings help accommodate immediate care needs.
How are medical records maintained?
All patient records are centralized in our system to ensure continuity. We coordinate with urgent care centers to obtain external visit notes when necessary.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We work with most major insurance providers. Contact our billing department directly to verify specific plan participation and coverage details.
Reviews (4)
Elsa A.
Apr 18, 2022
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My son has been coming to pediatric place since he was born. I have nothing but good things to say about Pediatric Place. The staff is friendly and nice. Their hours are so convenient and have a patient portal! I've always been able to be seen same day if needed. I've hardly ever had to wait an unreasonable amount of time on the phone. Highly recommend Pediatric Place.
Amanda Kelly
Mar 06, 2022
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DO NOT TAKE YOUR KIDS TO Pediatric Place in Pasadena! They used to be amazing not any more! Called last Wednesday 02/26 to schedule a appointment for my daughter who has been having occasional chest pains! It was scheduled for today 03/02 @3PM Arrive early today at 2:30PM they tell me they have no record of a appointment for my daughter. Then after 5 mins they tell me her appointment was actually at 2PM not 3PM and they can not see her. So they go from no appointment to the appointment was at 2PM. Take off work/Took her out of school early to be told this! They used to be great but went down hill the past year!
Kathy Wynne
Dec 19, 2021
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Really. I have never heard that doctor book appointment for children every 10 minutes. We only late 6 minutes and called in wait another 6 minutes for response. Then we have to wait for next 2 appointments ahead of us. Usually you come and you have to wait 10-15 minutes already. I thought I found my new place. I have to reconsider.
Kimberly
Mar 27, 2021
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I have been taking my child here since birth. Love Dr. Schaeffer and the staff. My child is extremely terrified of needles, but the nurses there are very patient. I'm extremely picky and will leave when I am not satisfied. I've never have thought of taking me child elsewhere.