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Your Trusted Pediatric Care Provider in Columbia, SC
At Palmetto Pediatric & Adolescent Clinic PA, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate healthcare for children and adolescents. Our team of board-certified or board-eligible pediatricians has completed rigorous training, including medical school and residency programs, to ensure the highest standard of care. We prioritize patient education, empowering families to make informed decisions about their children's health. As a patient-centered medical home accredited by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), we focus on preventive care, chronic disease management, and building long-term relationships between patients, families, and our healthcare team.Our offices are equipped to handle routine and urgent care needs, with licensed nurses available 24/7 to address medical concerns. Through technology and electronic health records, we streamline care coordination, reduce unnecessary testing, and promote proactive health planning. We are committed to continuous quality improvement, using patient feedback and rigorous assessments to enhance our services. Whether you visit us during regular hours or require emergency sick visits at our Downtown location, our goal is to deliver consistent, high-quality care tailored to each family's unique needs.
Services
Newborn Care
Adolescent Health
Immunizations
Asthma Education
Chronic Disease Management
Urgent Sick Visits
Preventive Care
Breastfeeding Support
Developmental Screenings
Telehealth Consultations
Highlights and features
- All physicians are board-certified or board-eligible in pediatrics
- 24/7 access to licensed pediatric nurses for urgent questions
- Patient-centered medical home model for coordinated care
- Electronic health records for efficient care tracking and planning
- Multiple locations offering extended hours for emergencies
Associations and certifications
- National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA)
What people say
Exceptional doctors
24/7 nurse support
Well-organized records
Caring environment
Effective communication
Services
Newborn Care
Our newborn care services provide comprehensive health assessments, feeding guidance, and developmental monitoring for infants. Board-certified pediatricians deliver personalized care plans to support healthy growth during critical early months. Services include jaundice evaluation, vaccination scheduling, and parental education on infant care best practices.
Adolescent Health
Specialized adolescent health services address physical, emotional, and social development for teens. Our providers offer confidential consultations on nutrition, mental health, and preventive care while maintaining appropriate family involvement. Annual checkups include growth tracking, immunization updates, and risk assessment for common teenage health concerns.
Asthma Education
Certified asthma educators provide personalized management plans, trigger identification, and inhaler technique training. We offer pulmonary function testing and collaborate with families to create school action plans. Our goal is to minimize emergency visits through proactive disease management and regular follow-up assessments.
Immunizations
We administer all CDC-recommended childhood and adolescent vaccines in accordance with state requirements. Our team provides detailed information about vaccine safety, schedules, and documentation for school enrollment. Immunization records are maintained electronically for easy access and timely booster reminders.
Chronic Disease Management
Comprehensive management programs for conditions like diabetes, allergies, and ADHD utilize coordinated care approaches. Electronic health records track treatment progress across specialists, while regular family conferences ensure consistent care plans. We emphasize patient education to empower self-management as children mature.
People
James Dewar
Pediatrician
Dr. Dewar specializes in pediatric primary care with focus on developmental screenings and preventive medicine. He completed his residency at [omitted] and maintains active board certification.
Sonya Head
Pediatrician
Dr. Head provides comprehensive care for children with special healthcare needs. Her practice emphasizes family-centered treatment plans and chronic condition management.
Melissa Mills
Pediatrician
Dr. Mills specializes in adolescent medicine with expertise in nutrition counseling and mental health screening. She actively participates in quality improvement initiatives.
Jennifer Soroos
Pediatrician
Dr. Soroos focuses on newborn care and early childhood development. She serves as a clinical instructor for medical students and residents.
Michael Barker
Pediatrician
Dr. Barker has practiced pediatrics for over 20 years with emphasis on urgent care and acute illness management.
Questions
What ages do you treat?
We care for patients from newborns through 21 years old.
Do you offer same-day sick appointments?
Yes, all offices provide urgent care visits during regular hours.
Are your physicians board-certified?
All pediatricians are board-certified or board-eligible in pediatrics.
How can I access medical records?
Through our secure patient portal or by contacting our billing department.
Do you accept my insurance?
Contact your provider to confirm we're a participating provider.
What after-hours support exists?
Licensed nurses answer calls 24/7 for medical advice and triage.
Reviews (6)
Moriah Paddock
May 24, 2022
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Dr. Miller is wonderful. From our very first visit after our baby was born to now her 12 month check up. All the staff are wonderful. The doctor answers your questions with no judgment. All the staff are wonderful and are great about making quick emergency appointments when you have a little babe and you're a new overly worried mama. We will be seeing dr. Miller for hopefully all of my daughter's pediatric needs.
Kelly Grahovac
May 19, 2022
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My child trusts Dr. Miller and they have a great repoire. If I need to bring her in for a visit the staff is always able to accommodate our schedule. Dr. Miller has been instrumental in my daughter's health care. She has identified important issues early on and is kind and helpful. I chose Palmetto Pediatrics initially because of their staff lactation consultant and I'm so pleased with the care My child has received.
Marcia Drinkwalter
May 18, 2022
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Dr. Miller and her Associates are absolutely the best pediatricians. Besides been always so nice to the kids. Her team is available anytime we call for anything. I really appreciate been a patient at that practice.
LaTasha Moore
May 06, 2022
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We always have a great experience when we are seen by Dr. Mills! We love how she takes time out to first ask our girls what is going on with their health during their appointments and then ask us, as parents, if we have anything else to add. The office staff are very nice as well!
Wendy Hahne
May 02, 2022
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We love Palmetto Ped and Dr C. Miller. She's been our doctor for 16 years now and we feel very comfortable with her and confident in her care.
Rita Green
Apr 26, 2022
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Everyone is always friendly & willing to help solve any issues my kids maybe having. I highly recommend this group to anyone in need of services for there children. One of the best in the Irmo area.
