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Comprehensive pediatic care in Aptos, CA
Kids are bundles of energy that come in packages of all sizes. Pediatricians understand that children aren’t simply small adults. Many factors can affect their growth and development.
The pediatricians with Dignity Health Medical Foundation like to take a holistic approach to children’s health. Our pediatricians specialize in your children's physical, emotional, and social health throughout every stage of their lives.
Pediatric services offered
- Immunizations
- Back to school physicals
- Diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses
- Hearing screenings
- Nutritional counseling
- Outpatient surgery recovery
- Pediatric behavioral health resources
- Treatment of skin conditions
Meet our pediatricians
Philosophy of Care: I like to think that I learn from my patients as much they learn from me. I strive to continue learning throughout my career from all of my patients so I can deliver the care that I would want for my own children.
Philosophy of Care: I like to think that I learn from my patients as much they learn from me. I strive to continue learning throughout my career from all of my patients so I can deliver the care that I would want for my own children.
Philosophy of Care: Recognizing that each child is different and learning how to provide the best care for them is the first step. I strive to provide the same level of care to your child that I would want for my own child.
Philosophy of Care: Recognizing that each child is different and learning how to provide the best care for them is the first step. I strive to provide the same level of care to your child that I would want for my own child.
Philosophy of Care: I want to give children the best beginning of their life that I can. My hope is that both parents and children feel like I create a very warm, welcoming, inviting appointment and that I’ve really spent time with them.
Philosophy of Care: I want to give children the best beginning of their life that I can. My hope is that both parents and children feel like I create a very warm, welcoming, inviting appointment and that I’ve really spent time with them.
Pediatric pre-visit questionnaires
Parents, you can conveniently fill out the "Bright Futures" pre-visit questionnaires prior to your child's visit.
- Newborn 2-5 days old visit
- One-month visit
- Two-month visit
- Four-month visit
- Six-month visit
- Nine-month visit
- 12-month visit
- 15-month visit
- 18-month visit
- Two-year visit
Urgent care available to pediatric patients
For same-day, and after-hours treatment of non-emergency medical conditions, pediatrics patients can also visit our urgent care center. Conveniently located on 41st Avenue in Santa Cruz, our urgent care specialists treat a range of conditions such as flu, colds, cuts and fractures. Open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Dignity Health lactation consultants
Helping make sure you and your baby get off to a great start is important. Sometimes that means having someone to answer your questions, help you to learn about breastfeeding, and how to use a breast pump, should you need it.
A lactation consultant will also help you prepare for breastfeeding while you’re pregnant, addressing any concerns you may have. And once your baby is here, she’ll be there to make you feel more confident as you embark on motherhood and breastfeeding.
Why breastfeeding is important
There are so many great reasons to breastfeed your baby. Breastfeeding helps ensure that babies get the nutrients they need to grow and thrive, which means they may also get sick less often.
It’s also good for moms because it may lower your chances of getting cancer and diabetes.
Our lactation consultant can answer your questions regarding:
Breast pain and soreness
Milk supply
When to add solid food
We can offer support when you’re ready to go back to work. We understand that every woman is different. What works for one family might not work for you. But our lactation consultant can help.
Care when you need it
With clinics throughout California, a Dignity Health Medical Foundation physician is right around the corner, waiting to assist you along your wellness journey.
Primary care services
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