Seeking a New Pediatrician - Mesa,AZ

Updated on May 16, 2008
J.C. asks from Mesa, AZ
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I was hoping one of you moms has a great pediatrician you could tell me about? I'm not at all happy with my current one and would to hear some suggestions. Please help. My daughter has been sent for extra tests twice now and she's been perfectly healthy both times, worring me for nothing. Plus last time I went in I waited 1hr 40 mins (for her shots)because the receptionist was gabbing with the other girls in the office- I had to go up to her desk and show her my name and the 4 people behind me on the sign in sheet she hadn't even glanced at. I have found it's hard to get someone to 'refer' me to a Dr but I thought this is a good forum to ask other moms for a Dr they want their children to grow up with.

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Thanks to all who have told me about their pediatricians! Now I have some names to look for in my insurance booklet without being so clueless! I hope you all know how much it means to have the weight off my shoulders and be able to confidently choose a Dr for my precious little girl.

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R.A.

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I take my daughter to Apache Junction Pediatrics. There phone number is ###-###-####. They are great

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J.M.

answers from Phoenix on

Dr Sonja Stevenson w/ Healing Hearts Pediatrics - she is located at Dobson & Galveston (Ray Rd) in Gilbert/Chandler. She was also refered to me by a friend. I have been using ever since my son was born (7 1/2yrs ago) I also have a 2yr old daughter. They both really like her. She seems to be more attentive to the kids than most drs are. I have had to see other ones when she is booked but they like her the best. She is awsome. Hope this helps

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J.G.

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We go to Gilbert Pediatrics on Greenfeild and Southern also! They are all great! They also just added another office off of Power and Pecos. We have seen Dr Gutherie and Auxier and both are wonderful!

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C.C.

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We use East Valley Pediatrics. I noticed several others recommended them (Dr. Garner, and the one in Superstition Springs are both East Valley Pediatrics). We like the fact that they have several locations and a large number of doctors to choose from. We go to the Baseline office the most often, but the one in Superstition Springs is open for after hours care (evenings, Sat & Sun). The nice thing is that we can always get in to see a doctor that day. They also have two separate waiting rooms, one for well-visits and one for sick patients. We absolutely LOVE Dr. Kendra Hall, but she is currently moving to their new office at Power and ??(somewhere south). Check them out on the web!

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B.C.

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I LOVE LOVE LOVE my Dr. It is Dr. Kendra Hall at East Valley Pediatrics...the office is on baseline and lindsey. She is very straight forward, so if you don't like that you will not like her, but I have only had great experiences with her. Another that I had before my insurance changed is Dr. Saba, and Dr. Sietter, they are at Banner Desert Medical Offices...I don't know the name of the practice though! But both of those dr.'s are excellent...DO NOT GET DR. IORIO (he is in the same office as Sietter, and Saba) though! He is horrible! Good luck!

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S.G.

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I am thouroughly pleased with the crew at Mesa Pediatrics. They have several offices throughout the east valley, can get in on a moments notice, never kept waiting, staff extremely friendly and helpful, supportive, a bit conservative on their approach (which I prefer...but also gives room for negotiation), clean, wonderful website that answers almost every question you could think of (especially the ones that come being a new mom at 3 am), and the "after hours" response time is amazing. Check out their website at mesapeds.com. We go to the San Tan office...Dr. DeMets. She is fantastic!! Hope this helps!

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J.S.

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Dr Brenda Kronberg in Supersitition Springs Mall is fabulous. I no longer have children to take to her but my daughter takes her children there. I don't know if the office staff has changed, but is used to be great!
Dr Chang is also wonderful. He is in the East Valley.

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D.J.

answers from Phoenix on

We like Charles Martin with Southwest Pediatrics. Blessings!

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D.C.

answers from Phoenix on

Although my daughter is only 6 weeks old and we are lucky enough that she has not been sick I have to say Dr. Mark Gentile in Gilbert is amazing! He was my pediatrician growing up as well as my younger brothers. He is located off Williams Field & Val Vista. The staff is excellent and no question was ever too silly for them (I called 3x when her umbillical cord stump fell off)and they answer phones 24hrs a day for those late night scares. Good luck!

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P.M.

answers from Phoenix on

We go to Mesa Pediatrics, which is now in Tempe at McClintock and Guadelupe and probably called something else! But the doctors are the same. The phone is ###-###-####.

There is also an East Mesa location, but I don't know where it is.

The doctor we usually see is Dr. Schwartz.

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N.P.

answers from Phoenix on

We go to Mesa Pediatrics. Their web site is www.mesapeds.com. I go to the San Tan location and see Dr. Da Silva, but I was also working w/Dr. DeMets who I really liked as well.

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A.T.

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We go to Pueblo Peds- they have an office in Mesa, but we go to the one on ValVista/202 that just opened up- it's much closer for us.
I personally love Dr. Medhi Salek- I've seen some of the other docs, but they're not as personable... My boys all love him and never hesitate if we need to take them in. He's relatively young and friendly but professional at the same time. He always listens to ME, the MOM!!! and I love that!
Good luck in your search.

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J.N.

answers from Phoenix on

We take our son to Pueblo Pediatrics. They have 2 office locations, one in Mesa and one in Gilbert. Check them out online at www.pueblopeds.com. We primarily see Dr. Ciminello and love him. My son has also seen Dr. Chiles and I thought he was great as well. The offices are super clean, the receptionists are very nice and we have never waited more than 15 minutes for our appointment. Their nurses are extremely helpful and call you back very quickly when you leave a message on their line. They have saved me from going into the office on a few occasions. OVerall, I have been extremely pleased with this office and would recommend them to anyone and everyone.

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R.S.

answers from Indianapolis on

We see Dr. Chang at Palo Verde Pediatrics. He is great! Staff is very friendly and any time I have a question or concern, they are happy to return my call within an hour!

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120 S Val Vista Dr
Gilbert, AZ 85296

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J.G.

answers from Phoenix on

We go to Gilbert Pediatrics on Greenfeild and Southern! They are all great! The only time i have had to wait a long time was at the nite time pediatrics at there office! WE see Dr. Caroll and hes great. But all the doctors so far seem great!
Good Luck

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C.M.

answers from Phoenix on

I don't know where you live, but we see Dr. Susan Apley at Camelback Pediatrics. She is fantastic!!! She has taken us, in the 2 years we've been here, through ear tubes, a heart murmur, RSV in a newborn and a CVR (skull reconstruction for fused sutures). She has seen us on the weekend to avoid the ER and hospitalization and for the most part, we've never had to wait an unusual amount of time. She is at Camelback and 44th. ###-###-#### www.camelbackpediatrics.com

good luck.

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K.H.

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We really like Dr. Glen Garner ###-###-####. He is in N. Gilbert (maybe Mesa).

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K.K.

answers from Phoenix on

I have a fantastic doctor, but she is at Frank Lloyd Wright and Shea and I am not sure if that's convenient for you. Her name is Tracey Drummond. We have been with her 11 years. NEver had a problem and she is so wonderful. I don't have her number handy, so email me back if you want it.

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D.S.

answers from Phoenix on

Hi

I am using 2 different pediatricians because I have 3 sons with different needs and they are both great. I don't where you live, but Papago Buttes Pediatrics is great but I am not sure if they are accepting new patients ###-###-####) and also north scottsdale pediatrics ###-###-####). My doctors are Dr Cesal, Dr Cannon, and Dr Sotelo.

D.

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J.C.

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We see Dr. Alan Chang at Palo Verde Pediatrics on ValVista and Elliot and we love him! My children have really grown to love and trust him and his name comes up often at our house! We have been seeing him since my son was 18 months and he is now almost five!

I like their office because there is a sick side and a well side with two totally separate entrances. They do not have any toys in the waiting room, but they do play children's movies. Their staff has always been very friendly and compassionate.

Our cousins see Dr. Chang as well, and we have four friends that also use this office, but see some of the other doctors. I have only ever seen another Dr. when ours was on vacation, which was once. Their phone number is ###-###-####.

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H.A.

answers from Phoenix on

We have been going to Dr. Ronald Jones since the boys were born (5 & 9 yrs. old.) He is awesome...takes time with you and I drive about 20 miles (so that says something!) He is located in Chandler at Alma School and Warner. Good luck!

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M.G.

answers from Phoenix on

I would highly recommend our doctor. His name is Gary Mallis and his phone number is ###-###-####. He is in North Scottsdale right next to the new hospital on Thompson Peak. I have been going to him for more than 10 years and my teenagers still prefer him to any specialist!

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S.W.

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I have used Pueblo Peds for 11 years and love them. They have 2 offices, one at Country Club and Baseline in Mesa and a new one at 202 and Val Vista in Gilbert by the new hospital. Although Dr Chiles who owns the practice is great, my kids prefer Dr Ciminello!

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V.B.

answers from Phoenix on

We go to Lindy Jones at All About Kids Pediatrics, I love her. Also, I love the nurses there. Any time I have called with a question I have gotten a quick return call and great nurses advice. I've seen her partner once and she was great too. (Dr. Shapta sp?) the are in Tempe, Baseline and Rural. Good luck

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C.A.

answers from Phoenix on

I take my daughter to see Dr. Hunn. He is located at 650 W. Southern Ave, Suite 1 in Mesa, 85210 (between Country Club and Alma School). My daughter is only 4 months, so we haven't needed too much done other than her monthly appointments. He's an older guy (graduated in 1964), but seems genuine. He is the only doctor in the office, and is willing to take the time to talk with you and discuss your concerns if you have any. I never feel like I'm being rushed, and I have never had to wait more than 15 minutes to see him. You can also get an appointment that day or the next if need be. He will also let you schedule an "interview" with him. His number is ###-###-####. Hope this helps.

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T.M.

answers from Phoenix on

I am happy with Sierra Piedatrics. I like both doctors there, Dr. Cabey and Dr. Yin (both are women, by the way). I always get my calls returned the same day. I am happy with the nursing staff as well. They are located near Val Vista and Baseline (near Wildflower). Phone ###-###-####. Address 1546 N. Parkway Dr. Suite 101, Gilbert 85234.

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N.H.

answers from Phoenix on

I see some folks on this blog like Dr. Alan Chang. I can't say too much about him other than he screwed up my son's circumcision.

I highly recommend "All About Kids Pediatrics"
....specifically Dr. Lyndy Jones. The office is located on Rural Road next to the entrance to the 60.

ALL ABOUT KIDS PEDIATRICS
4450 S Rural Rd Ste C216
Tempe, AZ 85282
Phone: ###-###-####

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