21 Pediatricians Found in Ottumwa, IA

We found 21 Pediatricians available in Ottumwa, IA with an average 4 stars across 55 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 10 Pediatricians listed are accepting new patients and 5 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Michael Scott Applegate, MD

Pediatrics
30 years exp
Ottumwa, IA2.5 mi
Dr. Michael Scott Applegate, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Ottumwa, IA, with other offices in Lincoln, NE and Lincoln, NE(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Eric L Dodson, DO

Pediatrics
31 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Ottumwa, IA2.5 mi
"Dr. Dodson is very thorough and went above and beyond when we had an emergency." View Profile

Nicole Baldwin, APRN, FNP-BC

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

Dr. Debra Kay Miller, MD

Pediatrics
46 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Ottumwa, IA2.4 mi
Dr. Debra Kay Miller, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Ottumwa, IA. She has 46 years of experience. Her specialties include Pediatrics. View Profile

Dr. Hazel M Ashraf, MD

Adolescent Medicine
51 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Ottumwa, IA2.4 mi
Dr. Hazel M Ashraf, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Ottumwa, IA, with another office in Ottumwa, IA. She has 51 years of experience. 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

Dr. Donalee Wilkins Foster, MD

Pediatrics
47 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Ottumwa, IA2.5 mi
Dr. Donalee Wilkins Foster, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Ottumwa, IA. They have 47 years of experience. Their specialties include Pediatrics. View Profile

Dr. John David Wilson, MD

Pediatrics
36 years exp
Ottumwa, IA2.5 mi
Dr. John David Wilson, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Ottumwa, IA. He has 36 years of experience. His specialties include Pediatrics, Internal Medicine. View Profile

Dr. William Peyton Miller, MD

Pediatrics
45 years exp
Ottumwa, IA2.5 mi
"Dr. Miller was my children's pediatrician when he had his practice in Hot Springs,Arkansas. He was wonderful and caring and very knowledgeable. Never a misdiagnosis." View Profile

Dr. Ronda Dennis-Smithart, MD

Pediatrics
44 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Ottumwa, IA2.5 mi
"Dr. Dennis Smithart goes above and beyond for her patients. We are so grateful that she is our daughter's pediatrician." View Profile

Dr. Johanna Delacroix, MD

Pediatrics
22 years exp
Ottumwa, IA2.5 mi
"She speaks fluently in english, French and Spanish. Caring and thorough!!!" View Profile

Dr. Nancie Loraine Nordwick, MD

Pediatrics
34 years exp
Ottumwa, IA2.5 mi
"I liked this doctor and would recommend her." View Profile

Dr. Nancy Collins Obrien

Pediatrics
44 years exp
OTTUMWA, IA2.5 mi
Dr. Nancy Collins Obrien is a health care provider primarily located in OTTUMWA, IA. She has 44 years of experience. Her specialties include Pediatrics, Oncology. View Profile

Dr. Susan Faye Wolf

Pediatrics
39 years exp
OTTUMWA, IA2.5 mi
Dr. Susan Faye Wolf is a health care provider primarily located in OTTUMWA, IA. She has 39 years of experience. Her specialties include Pediatrics. View Profile

Jessica Rae Whitman

Pediatrics
Accepting New Patients
Ottumwa, IA2.7 mi
Jessica Rae Whitman is a health care provider primarily located in Ottumwa, IA. Her specialties include Pediatrics, Nurse Practitioner. View Profile

Megan Danielle Griffin

Nurse Practitioner
Accepting New Patients
Ottumwa, IA2.7 mi
Megan Danielle Griffin is a health care provider primarily located in Ottumwa, IA, with other offices in Ottumwa, IA and Ottumwa, IA. View Profile

Cheryll A Jones

Nurse Practitioner
Ottumwa, IA2.8 mi
Cheryll A Jones is a health care provider primarily located in Ottumwa, IA. Her specialties include Pediatrics, Nurse Practitioner. View Profile

Dr. Megan Rutledge

Nurse Practitioner
Ottumwa, IA2.9 mi
Dr. Megan Rutledge is a health care provider primarily located in Ottumwa, IA. Her specialties include Pediatrics, Nurse Practitioner. View Profile

Victoria Ann Life

Nurse Practitioner
Ottumwa, IA2.9 mi
Victoria Ann Life is a health care provider primarily located in Ottumwa, IA. Her specialties include Pediatrics, Nurse Practitioner. View Profile

Laurie Lynn Glover

Nurse Practitioner
Ottumwa, IA2.9 mi
Laurie Lynn Glover is a health care provider primarily located in Ottumwa, IA. Her specialties include Pediatrics, Nurse Practitioner. View Profile

Jessica May Graff

Nurse Practitioner
Accepting New Patients
OTTUMWA, IA3.8 mi
Jessica May Graff is a health care provider primarily located in OTTUMWA, IA, with another office in Iowa City, IA. Her specialties include Pediatrics, Nurse Practitioner. 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 Ottumwa 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 Ottumwa 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 Ottumwa who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Pediatricians providing telehealth services in Ottumwa. 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 Ottumwa?
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 Ottumwa?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Ottumwa. 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 Ottumwa have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Ottumwa. This helps you find a Pediatrician that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Pediatricians in Ottumwa 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 Ottumwa with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Pediatricians in Ottumwa. 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 Ottumwa?
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 Ottumwa 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 Ottumwa 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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