Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Pediatric Care in Cincinnati
ESD Pediatric Group has been serving the Greater Cincinnati area for over 80 years, providing comprehensive pediatric care rooted in evidence-based practices and personalized attention. Founded in 1942 by Dr. Gail Englender, a pioneering female pediatrician, the practice has grown to include two locations in Norwood/Hyde Park and Milford while maintaining its commitment to family-centered care. Our team of board-certified physicians and advanced practice providers offers a full range of services, including newborn care, immunizations, ADHD management, asthma treatment, sports physicals, and same-day sick visits.We prioritize accessibility through flexible scheduling, telehealth options, and a secure patient portal for seamless communication. With 18 exam rooms at each location and extended Saturday hours at Milford, we ensure timely, high-quality care for every patient. Our providers collaborate closely with families to address both physical and emotional well-being, supported by on-site RNs and a behavioral health specialist. As a practice deeply embedded in the community, we emphasize preventive care, patient education, and adapting to evolving medical needs while upholding the trust established over eight decades.
Services
Immunizations
Same-Day Visits
Sports Physicals
ADHD Management
Newborn Care
Asthma Treatment
Telehealth Consultations
Prenatal Visits
Sick Child Visits
Well-Child Exams
Details
- Year established: 1942
Highlights and features
- We offer same-day acute visits seven days a week for urgent care needs.
- Our board-certified providers have decades of combined experience in pediatric care.
- We provide telehealth appointments for convenient, HIPAA-compliant virtual consultations.
- Two modern locations with extended Saturday hours in Milford.
- On-site RNs and a behavioral health specialist support comprehensive care.
What people say
Knowledgeable staff
Same-day appointments
Attentive providers
Welcoming environment
Thorough explanations
Services
Immunizations
ESD Pediatric Group provides comprehensive immunization services following CDC-recommended schedules. Our vaccines protect against preventable diseases like measles, polio, influenza, and HPV. We offer individual and combination vaccines with transparent documentation and education for parents.
Same-Day Visits
We accommodate same-day appointments for acute illnesses or injuries during regular business hours. Our flexible scheduling ensures timely care for symptoms like high fever, respiratory distress, or persistent vomiting without requiring emergency room visits.
Sports Physicals
Our sports physicals assess children's health readiness for athletic activities. These exams include medical history reviews, vital checks, and musculoskeletal evaluations to ensure safe participation while identifying potential health risks.
Telehealth Consultations
HIPAA-compliant telehealth services allow remote consultations for non-urgent medical questions. Parents can access care advice, medication guidance, and follow-up discussions through secure video/audio connections during designated hours.
Newborn Care
We provide specialized care for newborns, including post-discharge follow-ups, feeding guidance, and developmental monitoring. Our team supports parents through early challenges with 24/7 provider access and weight-gain tracking protocols.
People
Jeff A. Drasnin
MD, FAAP
Dr. Drasnin has practiced pediatrics for over 25 years, specializing in adolescent health. He emphasizes preventive care and patient education, with a focus on building trust through open communication with families.
Jeff P. Heaton
MD, FAAP
Dr. Heaton specializes in newborn care and developmental pediatrics. With 20+ years of experience, he prioritizes evidence-based treatments and spends extra time explaining diagnoses to ensure parental understanding of treatment plans.
Gretchen Dorman
LISW-S
As our licensed clinical social worker, Gretchen provides behavioral health support for children and families. She specializes in anxiety disorders and parent-child relationship challenges, offering compassionate, goal-oriented therapy sessions.
Questions
What ages does ESD Pediatric Group treat?
We care for patients from newborns through young adults up to age 21, providing age-appropriate preventive and acute care services.
Do you offer after-hours medical advice?
Yes, our providers are available for urgent after-hours consultations. Call our main line and follow the emergency contact instructions.
Can I schedule telehealth visits for routine checkups?
Telehealth is available for non-urgent consultations and follow-ups. Well-child exams and vaccinations require in-person visits.
What should I bring to my child's first appointment?
Please bring insurance cards, vaccination records, and any relevant medical history documents to ensure comprehensive care during your initial visit.
Are walk-in appointments accepted?
We prioritize scheduled appointments but accommodate urgent cases. Call ahead to check availability for same-day acute visit slots.
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Reviews (6)
Shanelle Smith
May 12, 2022
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From booking the first appointment to dealing with forms and billing this office has been horrible. We were told specialized care is impossible because they have 20-30 new patients a day. They do not care about the individual child. My daughter has had the same pediatrician from the day she was born until 5 years old in Los Angeles, and recover great care by the same doctor for years, moving here I researched what I thought was a good office thoroughly, I was very wrong and will not be returning to this office.
Not only did they up charged things in her well visit exam with out telling me they we're not apart of a well exam, the front office staff is over worked, short and not helpful they did not even bother to try and get her previous records and filled out her state forms that she is unvaccinated without even confirming with me. Save your self the hassle and go elsewhere.
Not only did they up charged things in her well visit exam with out telling me they we're not apart of a well exam, the front office staff is over worked, short and not helpful they did not even bother to try and get her previous records and filled out her state forms that she is unvaccinated without even confirming with me. Save your self the hassle and go elsewhere.
Natalie C.
May 06, 2022
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Cannot say enough great things about Dr. Brown at the Milford office. He's seen my now 12yo daughter for years. He's open, and honest. Personable and gentle. She trusts him, and feels comfortable with him. As do I. We are grateful for his patience, his understanding of the severity of allergies, as well as my daughters rare disease. Milford is lucky to have such a gem! We're grateful.
Marilee Bowman
Apr 26, 2022
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The nurses are always helpful and efficient. Dr. Brown is amazing! We never feel like he is rushing us, we consistently have our questions answered, and I feel like he truly cares. I highly recommend ESD!
Angela Wingate
Dec 16, 2021
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Dr. Butz was simply amazing! I had a really awful experience the previous visit. I highly recommend scheduling with her. As a Nurse Anesthetist I have found some practitioners have lost the ability to use proper discernment in diagnosis ever since Covid. This is very short sighted and lends to misdiagnosis and poor treatment. I felt heard by Dr. Butz and it's clear she is and will be able to diagnose appropriately.
Keshia Jordan
Nov 19, 2021
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The staff was very friendly and welcoming. Dr. Butz was great in providing information to help ease some of our fears concerning my son's 1yr checkup. I'm so glad my friend recommended our family to this practice. We were treated like people and not just patients !
Aishlin Hassan
Nov 15, 2021
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ESD always works hard to get my kids in quickly when they're sick. Sometimes the wait can be long but when you have a sick visit that can happen. Doctors and nurse practitioners are always courteous and helpful.
