Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Child's Health is Our Priority
Catalina Pediatrics has been dedicated to the health and well-being of Tucson's children since 1975. Our practice focuses on shaping the health of your child to ensure a strong foundation for adulthood, combining compassionate care with medical expertise. We offer comprehensive services including prenatal visits, well-child checkups, same-day sick appointments, and mental health consultations. Our team of five board-certified pediatricians brings decades of experience and a personalized approach to every patient interaction. We prioritize family-centered care, recognizing the importance of involving parents in every aspect of their child's health journey.Our commitment to innovation is reflected in our telemedicine services, which provide accessible care when in-office visits are not possible. We maintain partnerships with local hospitals and specialists to ensure coordinated care for complex cases. Our office policies are designed to create a welcoming environment that respects both patient needs and medical best practices. Through continuous improvement initiatives, we strive to exceed patient expectations while maintaining the highest clinical standards. For over four decades, Catalina Pediatrics has built a trusted reputation as a cornerstone of Tucson's pediatric healthcare community.
Services
Pediatric Care
Prenatal Visits
Telemedicine
Mental Health Consults
Vaccine Clinic
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- Board-certified pediatricians with decades of combined experience
- Comprehensive care from prenatal visits through young adulthood
- Convenient telemedicine options for remote consultations
- Same-day sick appointment availability
- Established partnerships with local hospitals and specialists
Associations and certifications
- American Academy of Pediatrics
Services
Pediatric Care
Comprehensive medical care for infants, children, and young adults. Our services include routine checkups, developmental screenings, and chronic condition management. We emphasize preventive care while providing timely treatment for acute illnesses, ensuring optimal health outcomes through every stage of childhood development.
Telemedicine
Secure remote consultations for non-emergency medical concerns. This service enables convenient access to pediatric care through video appointments, particularly beneficial for follow-ups, minor illnesses, and medication management. Our telemedicine platform maintains strict privacy standards while delivering quality healthcare from the comfort of your home.
Vaccine Clinic
Comprehensive vaccination services following CDC-recommended schedules. We provide routine immunizations and travel vaccines in a dedicated clinic setting. Our staff ensures proper documentation and maintains detailed records while addressing parental concerns about vaccine safety and efficacy through personalized consultations.
Mental Health
Integrated mental health assessments and referrals for children and adolescents. We address common behavioral concerns, anxiety, and developmental issues through initial evaluations and coordinated care with specialists. Our approach emphasizes early intervention and family involvement in managing mental health challenges.
Prenatal Visits
Pre-birth consultations to establish pediatric care plans. These visits help expectant parents understand newborn care requirements, vaccination schedules, and office procedures. We provide guidance on infant feeding, sleep safety, and developmental expectations to prepare families for their child's arrival.
People
Dr. Christine Forgione
Pediatrician
Board-certified pediatrician with expertise in child health and wellness. Dr. Forgione specializes in preventive care and patient education, focusing on building strong doctor-patient relationships that support long-term health outcomes.
Dr. Patricia Eck
Program Director
Arizona State University graduate and TMC Pediatric Residency Program Director. Dr. Eck brings extensive emergency medicine experience to general pediatrics, emphasizing comprehensive care and community health education through her clinical practice.
Questions
What ages do you treat?
We care for infants, children, and young adults up to age 21, providing continuous medical care through all developmental stages from newborns to college-aged patients.
Do you offer same-day appointments?
Yes, we provide same-day and next-day sick visit availability for urgent medical concerns while maintaining scheduled slots for routine wellness examinations.
Are telemedicine visits covered by insurance?
Most major insurance plans cover our telemedicine services at the same rate as in-office visits. Check with our billing department to confirm your specific plan benefits.
What vaccines do you administer?
We provide all CDC-recommended childhood vaccines including DTaP, MMR, polio, hepatitis, HPV, and annual flu vaccines, with proper documentation for school and travel requirements.
Do you accept new patients?
Yes, we welcome new patients and families. Contact our office to schedule an introductory visit and transfer medical records from previous healthcare providers.
Reviews (6)
Jen Haley-Brown
Jun 16, 2022
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My children have seen Dr. Moussa and her colleagues for more than a decade. In that time, the practice has consistently been responsive to our concerns about our children, willing to work with us to find an appointment, and informed about research-based best practices for pediatrics. I have also appreciated how the practice has weathered the Covid pandemic, again using current, scientific research as the guide for its recommendations.
We are grateful for this practice, and for Dr. Moussa in particular-she is an incredibly kind, perceptive, and intelligent practitioner. She is an important member of the village we rely on in raising our children, and I can not imagine a better pediatrician match for our family.
We are grateful for this practice, and for Dr. Moussa in particular-she is an incredibly kind, perceptive, and intelligent practitioner. She is an important member of the village we rely on in raising our children, and I can not imagine a better pediatrician match for our family.
Chely Munguia
Jan 18, 2022
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I love Catalina Pediatrics my kids have been here for years. However, my recent visit with the nurse Stacey has not been in the least a positive one. She came into the room was very short, rude, belittling, and never acknowledged my kids. In a pediatric office you expect courtesy, friendliness, and someone who gets children. She may be knowledgeable but lacks good beside manner when it comes to kids. I love the rest of the staff, Gloria at check-in is wonderful, the physicians are super good, and the MA's are great too. All in all it's a great practice with one exception.
Sarah Rodriguez
Dec 03, 2021
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I have a son with behavioral concerns and developmental delays. They don't seem to have any compassion or empathy. Yes, Dr. Johnson is polite but not helpful. He doesn't ask questions, just seems to want to move to the next patient. The med assistant was cold when giving a shot and seemed annoyed. She didn't even tell my son good job or interact in a kind way when my son way clearly scared (as to be expected). It's been a cold experience the last 2-3 times. I'm going elsewhere.
Ron Holaday
Nov 24, 2021
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My children and I have been very thankful for Catalina Pediatrics the past 4 years. All the doctors have been great. Dr. Goldberg has been awesome, with the exception of the last visit, when he matter of factly told us we would have to find another doctor if we chose not to receive all vaccinations. My 10 year old son tried to share his concerns about vaccines, but was discounted as being unwise for not "trusting science".
I felt so sorry for my children and was saddened by Dr. Goldberg's careless response. Clearly, he thinks he is right, but it's still sad that he did not express care or concern for my children's feelings/beliefs. My children are aware that the Covid shot is experimental and do not want to be part of the experiment, especially when it goes against their conscience. Common sense tells them things are not right.
We have done research and read the accounts of many who have suffered on account of this shot. We are aware of the cover-ups, the lies and the propaganda. We will find a practice that allows for freedom of choice.
I felt so sorry for my children and was saddened by Dr. Goldberg's careless response. Clearly, he thinks he is right, but it's still sad that he did not express care or concern for my children's feelings/beliefs. My children are aware that the Covid shot is experimental and do not want to be part of the experiment, especially when it goes against their conscience. Common sense tells them things are not right.
We have done research and read the accounts of many who have suffered on account of this shot. We are aware of the cover-ups, the lies and the propaganda. We will find a practice that allows for freedom of choice.
Lynn McCracken
Aug 09, 2021
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We chose Catalina Peds 12 years ago and have loved them since day one. We have seen most the doctors there and loved them all. Our Dr is so great about including us in the decision process and discussing our concerns and care of our children. I have recommended Catalina Peds to anyone who asks. It is a far drive from our home, but the care we receive is totally worth it.
Jackie Donahue
Jun 05, 2021
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I would give the Dr's 5 stars for sure but front staff is very rude. I called last week becuase my 6 month old was sick and had many symptoms. Alicia I think was her name answered the phone and while I was explaining to her why I was calling she cut me off and said "Date of birth" I told her and then she had the gaul to say "what is she being seen for"? Hello if she wasn't so rude and didnt' cut me off she would have known.
This is not the first time she has been rude. In face everytime I call staff is rude and when I go in lady at the front is not very pleasant either. Does not greet you when you come in or aknowledge you when you leave. Just very unfriendly and I have 4 kids that go to that office. If it wasn't for Dr. Lloyd. I would take my children elsewhere - It is simply not ok for staff to act that way!
This is not the first time she has been rude. In face everytime I call staff is rude and when I go in lady at the front is not very pleasant either. Does not greet you when you come in or aknowledge you when you leave. Just very unfriendly and I have 4 kids that go to that office. If it wasn't for Dr. Lloyd. I would take my children elsewhere - It is simply not ok for staff to act that way!
