98 Pediatricians Found in Bessemer, AL

We found 98 Pediatricians available in Bessemer, AL with an average 4 stars across 634 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 61 Pediatricians listed are accepting new patients and 31 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Alanna Janine Albano

Pediatrics
Flexible scheduling
17 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Franklin, TN
Board-Certified Pediatrician | Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics | Telehealth Autism EvaluationsDr. Alanna Albano is a board-certified pediatrician with more than eight years of experience helping children thrive through early, family-centered care. View Profile

Nicole Baldwin, APRN, FNP-BC

Family Medicine
Spent time with me
8 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Orlando, FL
"That was the wrong doctor !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I absolutely apologize to you!" View Profile

Dr. Derrol Dawkins, MD

Pediatrics
Gave an accurate diagnosis
46 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Birmingham, AL9.3 mi
Derrol Dawkins, M.D., is a board-certified pediatrician based in Birmingham, Alabama. View Profile

SR Fredy David Valero Hernandez

Pediatrics
9 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Franklin, TN
Dr. David Valero is a Board-Certified Pediatrician with over a decade of experience in general and functional medicine at As You Are. View Profile

Dr. Andrea Christine Loeffert

Pediatrics
14 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Franklin, TN
Dr. Andrea Loeffert is a Board-Certified Pediatrician with the American Board of Pediatrics, bringing over a decade of hands-on experience in child health and development at As You Are. View Profile

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Dr. Kenneth V Akey, MD

Adolescent Medicine
53 years exp
Accepting New Patients
NEWNAN, GA
Dr. Kenneth V Akey, MD is a health care provider primarily located in NEWNAN, GA, with other offices in Costa Mesa, CA and Hayden, ID(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Rees Evans Oliver, MD

Neonatology
31 years exp
Bessemer, AL3.0 mi
"Dr. Rees far exceeded our expectations. He spent so much time with my family, he was honest, and knew how to give us news we may not want to hear in the kindest way possible." View Profile

Dr. Edward Josiah Lose, MD

Pediatrics
42 years exp
Bessemer, AL3.0 mi
"I really liked Dr. Lose. He was kind, compassionate, and took the time to explain diagnosis and treatment plan." View Profile

Nicole Baldwin, APRN, FNP-BC

Family Medicine
Provided follow-up after the visit
8 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Orlando, FL
"That was the wrong doctor !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I absolutely apologize to you!" View Profile

Dr. Alanna Janine Albano

Pediatrics
Spent time with me
17 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Franklin, TN
Board-Certified Pediatrician | Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics | Telehealth Autism EvaluationsDr. Alanna Albano is a board-certified pediatrician with more than eight years of experience helping children thrive through early, family-centered care. View Profile

Dr. Hernan Moreno, MD

Pediatrics
63 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Bessemer, AL5.1 mi
"Dr. Moreno is the most knowledgeable and supportive pediatrician you could ask for." View Profile

Dr. Kim Reaves Paisley, MD

Hospital Medicine
17 years exp
Bessemer, AL3.0 mi
Dr. Kim Reaves Paisley, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Bessemer, AL, with other offices in Birmingham, AL and Bessemer, AL. She has 17 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Bassam R Babi, MD

Pediatrics
38 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Bessemer, AL3.0 mi
"Dr. Babi and team took excellent care of our children. Sadly, we are moving out of state but will miss Dr. Babi!" View Profile

SR Fredy David Valero Hernandez

Pediatrics
9 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Franklin, TN
Dr. David Valero is a Board-Certified Pediatrician with over a decade of experience in general and functional medicine at As You Are. View Profile

Dr. Andrea Christine Loeffert

Pediatrics
14 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Franklin, TN
Dr. Andrea Loeffert is a Board-Certified Pediatrician with the American Board of Pediatrics, bringing over a decade of hands-on experience in child health and development at As You Are. View Profile

Dr. Iris Denise Brown Fancher

Pediatrics
41 years exp
Bessemer, AL0.9 mi
Dr. Iris Denise Brown Fancher is a health care provider primarily located in Bessemer, AL. They have 41 years of experience. Their specialties include Pediatrics. View Profile

Dr. Tracy Lynn Brookings, MD

Pediatrics
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Bessemer, AL3.0 mi
"When I take my grand children she is good with them always take time to talk to the children. I feel that she know children and the problems" View Profile

Dr. Charlotte Margot Prejean, MD

Pediatrics
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Bessemer, AL3.0 mi
Dr. Charlotte Margot Prejean, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Bessemer, AL, with other offices in Bessemer, AL and Bessemer, AL. She has 28 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Hugh James Cheek, MD

Pediatrics
14 years exp
Bessemer, AL3.0 mi
"If having a doctor who genuinely cares about your child is very important to you, then Dr. Cheek is your guy. Amazing staff as well." View Profile

Dr. Abby Morris Allen, MD

Pediatrics
19 years exp
Bessemer, AL3.0 mi
"Dr. Allen is a professional and compassionate pediatrician. She has been my grandchildren's doctor over two years now and we all love and appreciate her." View Profile

Dr. John Lewis Buttler, MD

Pediatrics
Accepting New Patients
Bessemer, AL5.1 mi
Dr. John Lewis Buttler, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Bessemer, AL, with another office in Birmingham, AL. Their specialties include Pediatrics. View Profile

Dr. Andrew David Posey, DO

Family Medicine
15 years exp
Bessemer, AL3.0 mi
Dr. Andrew David Posey, DO is a health care provider primarily located in Bessemer, AL, with another office in Bessemer, AL. He has 15 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Janet Chandler Harris, MD

Pediatrics
35 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Bessemer, AL3.0 mi
Dr. Janet Chandler Harris, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Bessemer, AL, with other offices in Bessemer, AL and Bessemer, AL. She has 35 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Delsadie Pullar Callins

Pediatrics
55 years exp
Bessemer, AL0.9 mi
Dr. Delsadie Pullar Callins is a health care provider primarily located in Bessemer, AL. They have 55 years of experience. Their specialties include Pediatrics. View Profile

Dr. Lashaundra Marie Thedford-Smith, MD

Family Medicine
17 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Bessemer, AL3.0 mi
Dr. Lashaundra Marie Thedford-Smith, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Bessemer, AL, with other offices in Bessemer, AL and Bessemer, AL. View Profile

Dr. Hoyt Thomas Smith Jr, MD

Pediatrics
Accepting New Patients
Bessemer, AL2.7 mi
Dr. Hoyt Thomas Smith Jr, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Bessemer, AL. Their specialties include Pediatrics. View Profile

Dr. Stephen Taylor Mcclanahan, MD

Pediatrics
10 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Bessemer, AL3.0 mi
"Absolutely phenomenal physician. Dr. McClanahan is knowledgeable and caring and treats everyone like family. We drive 30 minutes to be his patients because it is worth it." View Profile

Dr. Charles William Schlappi, DDS

Pediatrics
12 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Bessemer, AL3.0 mi
Dr. Charles William Schlappi, DDS is a health care provider primarily located in Bessemer, AL, with other offices in Birmingham, AL and Bessemer, AL(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Hope Mcarn Weeks, MD

Pediatrics
41 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Bessemer, AL5.1 mi
"She hugged my daughter. My daughter was not crying or upset or needed a hug. It was a greeting - like, how are you doing since I saw you last - feeling OK?" View Profile

Dr. Hubert Alfredo Rodriguez Jr, MD

Anesthesiology
Bessemer, AL2.7 mi
Dr. Hubert Alfredo Rodriguez Jr, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Bessemer, AL. Their specialties include Pediatrics, Anesthesiology. View Profile

Dr. Mekeisha Renae Pickens, MD

Pediatrics
15 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Bessemer, AL3.0 mi
Dr. Mekeisha Renae Pickens, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Bessemer, AL, with other offices in Bessemer, AL and Bessemer, AL. She has 15 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Catherine Gentry Cotney, MD

Pediatrics
16 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Bessemer, AL3.0 mi
Dr. Catherine Gentry Cotney, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Bessemer, AL, with other offices in Bessemer, AL and Birmingham, AL(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Margaret Elaine Wester

Pediatrics
9 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Bessemer, AL3.0 mi
Dr. Margaret Elaine Wester is a health care provider primarily located in Bessemer, AL, with other offices in Birmingham, AL and Bessemer, AL(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Gayl J Spence

Pediatrics
Accepting New Patients
Bessemer, AL5.1 mi
Gayl J Spence is a health care provider primarily located in Bessemer, AL. Their specialties include Pediatrics. View Profile

Carrie M Sanders

Nurse Practitioner
Bessemer, AL5.1 mi
Carrie M Sanders is a health care provider primarily located in Bessemer, AL. Her specialties include Pediatrics, Nurse Practitioner. View Profile

Katelyn Koski

Nurse Practitioner
Accepting New Patients
Bessemer, AL5.5 mi
Katelyn Koski is a health care provider primarily located in Bessemer, AL, with another office in Bessemer, AL. Her specialties include Pediatrics, Nurse Practitioner. View Profile

Dr. Charles Raymond Law, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
34 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Birmingham, AL5.3 mi
"We LOVE seeing Dr. Law!!!!" View Profile

Dr. Brian Paul Dudgeon, MD

Pediatrics
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Hoover, AL7.5 mi
Dr. Brian Paul Dudgeon, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Hoover, AL, with another office in Birmingham, AL. He has 29 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Kenneth Lee Elmer, MD

Pediatrics
43 years exp
BIRMINGHAM, AL9.1 mi
"Dr Elmer has treated my children and my grandchildren. He is a very compassionate, caring, knowledgible doctor." View Profile

Dr. Natalie Helen Tibbetts, MD

Pediatrics
22 years exp
BIRMINGHAM, AL9.1 mi
"She always makes out kids feel at ease without lying to them." View Profile

Dr. Muhammed Khurram Siddiqui, MD

Pediatrics
36 years exp
Birmingham, AL9.2 mi
"Great doctor and staff!" View Profile

Dr. Gary Morgan Bullock, DO

Pediatrics
28 years exp
HOOVER, AL9.5 mi
"Maybe God will have our paths cross." View Profile

Dr. Jacqueline W Stewart, MD

Pediatrics
50 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Birmingham, AL9.2 mi
"I absolutely love Dr. Stewart! She was my doctor as a child and children's doctor and now my grandchild. She has shown genuine concern for all of my kids and her staff as well." View Profile

Dr. Nancy Lynn Zumstein, MD

Pediatrics
35 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Birmingham, AL9.1 mi
"She was pediatrician throughout my childhood through adolescence. I’m 29 now and still remember the impact she had on me aa kid . So happy to see she still is around ." View Profile

Dr. John Nick Petelos, MD

Pediatrics
49 years exp
Hoover, AL7.5 mi
"My son had been sick with fever for 8 days when we saw Dr. Petelos. We had visited 2 doctors before including my regular pediatrician." View Profile

Dr. Elizabeth Sahlie, MD

Pediatrics
34 years exp
Accepting New Patients
BIRMINGHAM, AL9.1 mi
"Dr. Sahlie was my pediatrician from the time I was about 9 months old until my late teens. She was wonderful then and she is now wonderful with my son." View Profile

Dr. Zachary Michael Stone, MD

Internal Medicine
20 years exp
Hoover, AL9.7 mi
Dr. Zachary Michael Stone, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Hoover, AL, with other offices in Hoover, AL and Fort Myers, FL. He has 20 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Jeffery Davis Stone, MD

Pediatrics
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Hoover, AL7.5 mi
"I enjoy having you as Lexi Lynn's Pediatrician although it was not just teething she ended up witth and ear infection and bronchitis and needed amoxicillin, zythromicin, ad c-phen drops." View Profile

Dr. Laura Lynette London, MD

Pediatrics
25 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Birmingham, AL9.3 mi
"Dr. London is a beautiful spirited woman. Her professionalism is amazing." View Profile

Dr. Joshua Bailey Miller

Family Medicine
22 years exp
Hoover, AL9.6 mi
"Dr Miller ,in my opinion is a excellent doctor that really cares about his patients... Thank you so much for the service you provide.." View Profile

Dr. Maria Janette Meyers, MD

Pediatrics
32 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Midfield, AL3.7 mi
Dr. Maria Janette Meyers, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Midfield, AL. She has 32 years of experience. Her specialties include Pediatrics. View Profile

Dr. Vera D Guevara-Egorshin, MD

Pediatrics
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Midfield, AL3.7 mi
"She's a great person inside and out.... Knows each patient very well to have so many... she works with every situation as they come her way.... never had a wrong diagnostic..." View Profile

Dr. Derrol Dawkins, MD

Pediatrics
Spent time with me
46 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Birmingham, AL9.3 mi
Derrol Dawkins, M.D., is a board-certified pediatrician based in Birmingham, Alabama. View Profile

Dr. Sonya Elizabeth Pritchard, MD

Psychiatry
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
HOMEWOOD, AL8.4 mi
"Dr Pritchard is a fantastic listener and shows immense compassion for her patients." View Profile

Dr. Rosalyn Lenette Morgan, MD

Pediatrics
44 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Birmingham, AL8.1 mi
Dr. Rosalyn Lenette Morgan, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Birmingham, AL. She has 44 years of experience. Her specialties include Pediatrics. View Profile

Dr. Manci Martha Balas, MD

Pediatrics
34 years exp
Accepting New Patients
BIRMINGHAM, AL4.5 mi
Dr. Manci Martha Balas, MD is a health care provider primarily located in BIRMINGHAM, AL, with another office in BIRMINGHAM, AL. She has 34 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Jo Lynne Herzog, MD

Dermatology
42 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Birmingham, AL9.2 mi
"Dr Herzog is exellant knowing how to improve and give you natural results I am always pleased with the fillers ,she is an artist taking years off ." View Profile

Dr. Caesar John Cortopassi, MD

Pediatrics
49 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Hoover, AL7.5 mi
"My daughter is alive today because of the dedication, skill and humanity of Dr. Cortopassi. Could not say enough nice things about him." View Profile

Dr. Carl Herndon Coghill, MD

Neonatology
43 years exp
Birmingham, AL9.2 mi
Dr. Carl Herndon Coghill, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Birmingham, AL, with other offices in Alabaster, AL and Birmingham, AL(and 6 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Artie Cortez Nelson, MD

Pediatrics
42 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Birmingham, AL9.3 mi
"Dr. Nelson is compassionate and understanding." View Profile

Dr. Toren James Anderson, MD

Pediatrics
30 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Hoover, AL7.5 mi
"kkkkk" View Profile

Dr. Susanne Smith Matthews, MD

Pediatrics
38 years exp
VESTAVIA, AL9.4 mi
"The entire staff at Metro were great when my son was their patient; we left when we relocated out-of-state." View Profile

Dr. Julia Mcmath Stewart, MD

Pediatrics
17 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Hoover, AL7.5 mi
Dr. Julia Mcmath Stewart, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Hoover, AL, with another office in Birmingham, AL. She has 17 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Craig Matthew Wilson, MD

Infectious Disease
44 years exp
Vestavia, AL8.1 mi
Dr. Craig Matthew Wilson, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Vestavia, AL, with another office in Vestavia, AL. He has 44 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Jeffrey Allen Malone, MD

Adolescent Medicine
Hoover, AL7.8 mi
"Dr. Malone was new to us, so we were a bit apprehensive." View Profile

What is a Pediatrician and How Can They Help You?

A pediatrician provides medical care for children from birth through adolescence. These physicians emphasize developmental health, preventive care, and early illness detection in growing patients.

Pediatricians complete medical school and a three-year pediatric residency. Some pursue subspecialty fellowship training in pediatric cardiology, neonatal medicine, or adolescent health, while general pediatricians provide broad-spectrum child healthcare.

A Pediatrician's clinical activities include:

  • Concentrates on pediatric health needs and developmental progression
  • Conducts wellness evaluations, administers immunizations, assesses growth trajectories, manages acute and chronic pediatric illnesses
  • Addresses infectious processes, respiratory conditions, allergic disorders, developmental concerns, behavioral challenges, and childhood pathologies
  • Uses pediatric-appropriate medications, vaccination protocols, developmental surveillance, and family-focused care
  • Also called: children's physician, pediatric specialist, MD, DO

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What's the best way to search for a Pediatrician in Bessemer who accepts my health insurance?
Navigate to the insurance filter located at the top of the search page and select your health plan. This will display only Pediatricians in Bessemer who are in-network with your carrier. For additional confirmation, visit each doctor's profile or reach out to their office by phone.
Where can I find Pediatricians in Bessemer who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Pediatricians providing telehealth services in Bessemer. Check each doctor's profile for video visit options and online scheduling availability. You may also call their office to set up a remote consultation.
What's the easiest way to locate highly-rated Pediatricians in Bessemer?
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Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with a Pediatrician in Bessemer?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Bessemer. If you don't see same-day openings listed online, try calling their office—walk-in times may be available that don't appear on the website.
Which Pediatricians in Bessemer have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Bessemer. This helps you find a Pediatrician that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Pediatricians in Bessemer without calling?
Search for Pediatricians who have "Book Online" or "Request Now" options on their profiles. Click these buttons to access online appointment scheduling. If a provider doesn't offer web-based booking, their phone number will be available for traditional scheduling.
How do I locate a Pediatrician in Bessemer with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Pediatricians in Bessemer. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
How do I leave feedback about my appointment with a Pediatrician in Bessemer?
Go to your doctor's profile page and click the "Leave a Review" button or link. You can share your rating and write about your experience. Patient reviews like yours help others in the community choose the right Pediatrician.
How can I locate a Pediatrician in Bessemer who is fluent in my preferred language?
Review the language information displayed on individual profiles for Pediatricians. If this information isn't available online, contact the office directly to ask about the doctor's language capabilities or whether interpreters are available.
How do I search for a Pediatrician in Bessemer who works at a particular hospital or medical center?
Check the "Hospital Affiliation" and "Locations" sections on each provider's profile to see where Pediatricians practice. You can also enter a specific hospital or medical group name into the search tool to find Pediatricians who work there.

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