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Your Anchorage Pediatric Care Specialists
Alaska Center for Pediatrics has been dedicated to providing comprehensive pediatric care for over four decades. Our practice operates as a Patient Centered Medical Home, emphasizing collaborative partnerships with families to ensure optimal child health outcomes. Our team of board-certified pediatricians and nurse practitioners delivers evidence-based care across all developmental stages, from newborns to young adults. We specialize in preventive medicine, chronic condition management, and acute care services while maintaining 24/7 accessibility through nurse triage and on-call support.Our providers integrate behavioral health consultations and lactation support to address holistic family needs. With a commitment to continuous quality improvement, we coordinate care across medical specialties and community resources while maintaining strict adherence to privacy standards. Our adolescent transition program prepares young adults for independent healthcare management, ensuring seamless transitions to adult care providers by age 22.
Services
Well Child Checks
Problem-Oriented Visits
Behavioral Health
Lactation Support
Immunizations
Newborn Care
Chronic Illness Management
Telemedicine Visits
Adolescent Transition
Same-Day Appointments
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 medical care through in-office nurse triage and on-call services
- Our team includes Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) for specialized breastfeeding support
- We provide evidence-based behavioral health consultations for childhood concerns
- Our adolescent transition program prepares young adults for independent healthcare management
- We coordinate comprehensive care for children with chronic illnesses and disabilities
Associations and certifications
- Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH)
Services
Well Child Checks
Our comprehensive wellness exams follow AAP guidelines with developmental surveillance, behavioral assessments, and immunizations. Providers offer age-appropriate guidance while tracking growth metrics and conducting necessary screenings. These visits establish baseline health data and preventive care strategies tailored to each child's needs.
Behavioral Health
We provide solution-focused behavioral consultations addressing common childhood concerns and family dynamics. Our approach combines psychotherapy techniques with practical parenting strategies to support emotional development. Services include evidence-based interventions for behavioral challenges and mental health screening.
Lactation Support
All providers receive lactation training with specialized support available through IBCLC-certified consultants. We address breastfeeding challenges while coordinating care with hospital lactation services when needed. Our team provides practical solutions for establishing and maintaining successful breastfeeding relationships.
Problem-Oriented Visits
We evaluate and manage acute illnesses, chronic conditions, and developmental concerns through targeted medical assessments. Our providers diagnose and treat respiratory infections, asthma, ADHD, and other common pediatric conditions. Telemedicine options available for non-urgent evaluations requiring no physical examination.
Adolescent Transition
Our program prepares teens for adult healthcare through gradual independence development starting at age 13. We implement confidential health discussions while maintaining family involvement through documented acknowledgment agreements. Services include reproductive health education and self-management skill development.
People
Samuel Abernathy
Pediatrician
Dr. Abernathy specializes in childhood obesity and sports medicine with 15+ years of pediatric experience. He combines nutritional expertise with family-centered care approaches to promote healthy lifestyles.
Chelsea Banks
Pediatrician
Dr. Banks focuses on newborn care and cross-cultural pediatrics with particular interest in early childhood development. She brings international medical experience to her Anchorage practice.
Beverly Burden
Nurse Practitioner
Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with expertise in culturally sensitive care delivery. Combines family values with medical best practices for holistic patient management.
Jessica Adams
Behavioral Health Specialist
Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in evidence-based parenting interventions and ADHD behavioral therapy. Provides practical solutions for family dynamics and childhood behavioral challenges.
Kelly Day
Lactation Consultant
Physician Assistant and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant with specialized training in breastfeeding medicine and pediatric nutrition.
Questions
What age range do you treat?
We provide care from newborns through young adults up to age 22.
Do you offer same-day appointments?
Yes, we reserve daily slots for urgent visits and offer after-hours nurse triage.
Are telemedicine visits available?
Yes, we offer virtual consultations for non-urgent medical concerns.
Do you accept my insurance?
We work with major insurers including Blue Cross, United Healthcare, and Medicaid.
What behavioral health services do you offer?
We provide solution-focused behavioral consultations for common childhood concerns.
How do I get after-hours medical advice?
Call our main line to reach our 24/7 pediatric nurse triage service.
