241 Pediatricians Found in Lakeside, CA

We found 241 Pediatricians available in Lakeside, CA with an average 4 stars across 1,317 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 143 Pediatricians listed are accepting new patients and 102 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Tamar Heisler

Pediatrics
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Franklin, TN
Dr. Tami Heisler is a Board-Certified Pediatrician with over 10 years of experience providing compassionate and personalized care to children and their families at As You Are. View Profile

Dr. Tracy Ching-Hue Burton

Pediatrics
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Franklin, TN
Dr. Tracy Burton is a Board-Certified Pediatrician with over 10 years of experience providing expert care to children and families as the Chief Medical Officer at As You Are. View Profile

Shanekwah Melville, DNP, APRN, FNP-C

Family Medicine
10 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Houston, TX
Dr. Shanekwah Melville is a dedicated board-certified family nurse practitioner and the founder of Serenity Healthcare, PLLC, located in Houston, Texas. View Profile

Nicole Baldwin, APRN, FNP-BC

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

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Dr. Kenneth V Akey, MD

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

Dr. Robert Hyun Cho, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
22 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Beverly Hills, CA
"One of the best people on the planet!!" 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. Nathan Allan Mcfarland, MD

Internal Medicine
27 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lakeside, CA0.2 mi
"When l lived in Lakeside, my Medicare plan offered several physicians to choose from. I am so glad l chose Dr. McFarland! He is empathetic, and actually listens to your concerns." View Profile

Shanekwah Melville, DNP, APRN, FNP-C

Family Medicine
10 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Houston, TX
Dr. Shanekwah Melville is a dedicated board-certified family nurse practitioner and the founder of Serenity Healthcare, PLLC, located in Houston, Texas. View Profile

Dr. Tamar Heisler

Pediatrics
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Franklin, TN
Dr. Tami Heisler is a Board-Certified Pediatrician with over 10 years of experience providing compassionate and personalized care to children and their families at As You Are. View Profile

Dr. Tracy Ching-Hue Burton

Pediatrics
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Franklin, TN
Dr. Tracy Burton is a Board-Certified Pediatrician with over 10 years of experience providing expert care to children and families as the Chief Medical Officer at As You Are. View Profile

Eliza Rivera-Mitu, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, BC-ADM

Psychiatry
13 years exp
Accepting New Patients
CARSON, CA
Eliza Rivera-Mitu, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, BC-ADM is a health care provider primarily located in CARSON, CA, with another office in CARSON, CA. She has 13 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Shamini Govender, MD

Pediatrics
28 years exp
Santee, CA4.0 mi
"Wonderful Doctor! Patient, thorough, good with my kids. Glad we saw her!" View Profile

Dr. Besma Yako Mikhail

Pediatrics
23 years exp
Accepting New Patients
El Cajon, CA3.9 mi
"She’s the best dr i have ever been seen and she is so nice with kids" View Profile

Dr. Mohammed Tawfik Bailony, MD

Pediatrics
52 years exp
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"my son has been his client all his 17 years of life. very friendly and knowledgeable. it may take a bit long to see him (the office is always full), but he's worth the wait." View Profile

Dr. David Allen Steele, MD

Pediatrics
31 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"Dr steel has been the greatest pediatrician my 3 children have had over the years. He has been thier doctor since day one. Faith, Joy & Elijah Benson. They are 19,17,and 14 now." View Profile

Dr. Neethi Antonia Ratnesar, MD

Internal Medicine
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
Dr. Neethi Antonia Ratnesar, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and La Mesa, CA. She has 28 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. John Carl Hansen, MD

Pediatrics
40 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"Dr. Hansen has been my son's pediatrician since he was about 1, my son is now nine. Dr. Hansen has been with us through regular checkups to an ADD diagnosis." View Profile

Dr. Trevor Howard Henderson, MD

Pediatrics
30 years exp
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
Dr. Trevor Howard Henderson, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Cherie Grace Chu, MD

Pediatrics
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"She always takes the time to listen to my concerns and checks up after to make sure everything is going well. Wonderful Dr!" View Profile

Dr. Michael David Berent, MD

Pediatrics
38 years exp
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"HE WAS GREAT..VERY GOOD AT LISTENING AND MAKING OUR SON COMFORTABLE IN THE OFFICE..VERY KIND , TIMELY AND ACCURATE IN HIS DIAGNOSIS ...." View Profile

Dr. George Henry Madany, MD

Pediatrics
33 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"Dr. Madany is the most incredible physician I've met in my life. He has helped us with many life threatening issues and his quick thinking and diagnosis saved our Newborn son." View Profile

Dr. John Galloway Lynn, MD

Pediatrics
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
El Cajon, CA4.5 mi
"From the first visit my kids became good, love him he’s so nice and smart ????" View Profile

Dr. Majid Shahbaz, MD

Geriatric Medicine
39 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.4 mi
"Dr. Shahbaz is one of those truly gifted physicians. He is a fantastic diagnostician. He takes a comprehensive family history and closely watches your health." View Profile

Dr. Joel Myron Snyder, MD

Adolescent Medicine
53 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
Dr. Joel Myron Snyder, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Patricia Marie Kettlehake, MD

Pediatrics
31 years exp
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
Dr. Patricia Marie Kettlehake, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in Coronado, CA and Coronado, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Kimberly Sprague, MD

Pediatrics
17 years exp
Santee, CA4.0 mi
"Dr. Sprague was very patient with my grandson during a physical, explaining everything to both of us in terms we could understand." View Profile

Dr. Blanca Ines Fresno, MD

Pediatrics
46 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"Dr Fresno was absolutely fantastic! She took her time and made sure all of our concerns were addressed. I highly recommend her!" View Profile

Dr. Maria Kristina Gray, MD

Pediatrics
19 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi

Dr. Violeta Curbelo, MD

Pediatrics
54 years exp
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"I worked with Dr Curbelo many years ago and I believe that I was her and Dr Argoud's first Nurse Practitioner In their practice!" View Profile

Dr. Willy J Rios Araico, MD

Adolescent Medicine
55 years exp
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
Dr. Willy J Rios Araico, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Abraham Edwin Broudy, MD

Pediatrics
40 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"Dr. Broudy has phenomenal bedside manner with our baby and is kind and patient with him, even though our baby has been fussy most visits." View Profile

Dr. Katherine K Feinstein, DO

Pediatrics
44 years exp
EL CAJON, CA3.3 mi
Dr. Katherine K Feinstein, DO is a health care provider primarily located in EL CAJON, CA. She has 44 years of experience. Her specialties include Pediatrics. View Profile

Dr. Robert Loring Warner, MD

Pediatrics
27 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"Dr. Warner and his team are first class. It is always a pleasure visiting his office and my children receive excellent medical care from him and the other Dr.'s in the practice." View Profile

Dr. Anita Pinto, MD

Pediatrics
35 years exp
El Cajon, CA4.8 mi
Dr. Anita Pinto, MD is a health care provider primarily located in El Cajon, CA, with other offices in El Cajon, CA and El Cajon, CA(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Stephanie Joy Powell, MD

Pediatrics
26 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"My boys have been seeing Dr. Powell since the day we adopted them. Dr. Powell is patient, kind, and extremely thorough." View Profile

Dr. Erin Lin Fortune, MD

Pediatrics
22 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"Dr. Fortune is an amazing doctor. She literally saved my daughter's life." View Profile

Dr. Barry Herschel Goldberg, MD

Adolescent Medicine
58 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"Is this the dude from The Goldbergs?" View Profile

Dr. Myloan Thi Vu, MD

Pediatrics
46 years exp
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
Dr. Myloan Thi Vu, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Veda Changping Wu, MD

Pediatrics
32 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"Dr. Wu is attentive, spends time, and is quick to respond to emails which is great as a first time parent!" View Profile

Dr. Mark David Haberman, MD

Internal Medicine
35 years exp
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"I can't say enough wonderful things, knowledge in all aspects of medical field, caring, efficient ,friendly, I trust every thing here has to say medically. He cares." View Profile

Dr. Carlos Marcelino Garcia, MD

Pediatrics
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"Doctor Garcia has been my childrens pediatrician since they were born, I admire and love him. His diagnose is SPOT ON." View Profile

Dr. Marvin Jerry Zaguli, MD

Pediatrics
49 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
Dr. Marvin Jerry Zaguli, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Stuart A Cohen, MD

Pediatrics
46 years exp
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
Dr. Stuart A Cohen, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and San Diego, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Mandhir Singh Suri, MD

Neonatology
37 years exp
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
Dr. Mandhir Singh Suri, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in SAN DIEGO, CA and Chula Vista, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Emily Julia Wang, MD

Pediatrics
23 years exp
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
Dr. Emily Julia Wang, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with another office in La Mesa, CA. She has 23 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Jershonda F Hartsfield, MD

Pediatrics
25 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"Dr. Hartsfield is one of the most knowledgeable, professional, efficient yet personable, compassionate & caring doctors that I have ever encountered." View Profile

Dr. Marta Awdykovych, MD

Pediatrics
42 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"Dr. Awdykovych has been our childrens' pediatrician for almost 8 years and we couldn't ask for better care." View Profile

Dr. Dennis Michael Butler, MD

Pediatrics
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"Dr. Butler is amazing. Both of my sons visits Dr. Butler for wellness visits and sick visits. Anytime we are there Dr. Butler and his staff are friendly and caring." View Profile

Dr. Frederick George Johnson, MD

Pediatrics
42 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"Dr. Johnson is incredibly personable and approachable. He's patient, great with our son, an effective listener and allows you to ask questions. " View Profile

Dr. John Abraham Kafka, MD

Pediatrics
49 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"Dr. Kafka has been my children's doctor for several years now. He pays very close attention to details. I have noticed Dr. Kafka truly cares." View Profile

Dr. Rosemary Cella Page, DO

Pediatrics
24 years exp
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
Dr. Rosemary Cella Page, DO is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with another office in La Mesa, CA. She has 24 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Laurence Vernon Ashbacher, MD

Pediatrics
51 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.9 mi
"Dr.Ashbacher has been my family pediatrician for 19 years. He is an excellent Dr. Always attentive and listens to all my concerns." View Profile

Dr. Ronald William Woerpel, MD

Adolescent Medicine
50 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"I am devastated that I can no longer have Dr. Woerpel as my kids' pediatrician due to a change in my husband's health carrier policy. Dr. Woerpel is an outstanding doctor." View Profile

Dr. Brenda Luz Figueroa-Rodriguez, MD

Pediatrics
25 years exp
Accepting New Patients
El Cajon, CA4.5 mi
"She’s a great doctor! ???????" View Profile

Dr. Huong Thile Nguyen, MD

Family Medicine
51 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
Dr. Huong Thile Nguyen, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in San Diego, CA and La Mesa, CA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Paula A Dozzi, MD

Pediatrics
32 years exp
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"She was my doctor in Sedona Arizona. Her bedside manner is very caring and she was very dedicated to finding a solution to my symptoms." View Profile

Dr. Shari Robyn Jacobs, MD

Pediatrics
28 years exp
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"Both of my girls go to Dr.Jacobs. She's AMAZING! She always makes me feel welcome, she makes me feel like she CARES about my girls." View Profile

Dr. Laura Norton Petrovich, MD

Internal Medicine
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"Overall Dr. Laura Petrovitch is warm, caring and knowledgeable physician. I have no issues as of yet with her but her staff is another thing. " View Profile

Dr. Michael Edward Martin, MD

Allergy & Immunology
53 years exp
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"Dr. Martin helped me through a very difficult time when I had devastating adverse reactions to medication that another doctor had prescribed." View Profile

Dr. Carmelita Luna Uy, MD

Pediatrics
39 years exp
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"taking care of my daughter and son since child birth up to now and always there answering our children problem when they are sick even in the middle of the night ." View Profile

Dr. Dori Rosenthal Mortimer, MD

Pediatrics
35 years exp
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
Dr. Dori Rosenthal Mortimer, MD is a health care provider primarily located in La Mesa, CA, with other offices in Poway, CA and San Diego, CA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Michael Donald Antos, MD

Pediatrics
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"Dr. Antos has been the primary physician for my 6 children ranging from my first who is now 21, to my last who is now 5." View Profile

Dr. Teresa K Hardisty, MD

Pediatrics
40 years exp
Accepting New Patients
La Mesa, CA7.6 mi
"We've been seeing Dr. Hardisty for more than 5 years. My kids are healthy, but they still have benefitted greatly from having Dr. Hardisty as their pediatrician." 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

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to search for a Pediatrician in Lakeside 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 Lakeside 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 Lakeside who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Pediatricians providing telehealth services in Lakeside. 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 Lakeside?
Use the "Ratings" filter at the top of the search page to filter results by the average star rating. Browse individual profiles to see patient reviews and ratings in detail. When comparing Pediatricians, look at both the average star rating and how many patients have submitted reviews.
Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with a Pediatrician in Lakeside?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Lakeside. 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 Lakeside have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Lakeside. This helps you find a Pediatrician that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Pediatricians in Lakeside 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 Lakeside with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Pediatricians in Lakeside. 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 Lakeside?
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 Lakeside 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 Lakeside 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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