648 Pediatricians Found in Ama, LA

We found 648 Pediatricians available in Ama, LA with an average 4 stars across 2,083 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 262 Pediatricians listed are accepting new patients and 145 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Tammy Ann Harvey, DO

Allergy & Immunology
21 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Kenner, LA5.5 mi
"I have been a patient of Dr Harvey for nearly 3 years and her level of care for her patients is unmatched." View Profile

Dr. Lissa Lachandra Gates, MD

Pediatrics
19 years exp
Luling, LA5.1 mi
"I am always amazed by the skills of Dr. Gates. She knows her job very well." View Profile

Dr. Dean Anthony Leone, MD

Adolescent Medicine
34 years exp
Luling, LA5.1 mi
"Both Of my boys just love Dr. Leone. He always makes them feel comfortable. They think he is cool." View Profile

Dr. Samuel Young Brown, MD

Pediatrics
59 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Kenner, LA5.5 mi
"Moved here 3 months ago and went to 2 different Pediatricians before finding this wonderful office! The staff was friendly and courteous." View Profile

Dr. Otholino Remedios

Pediatrics
51 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Metairie, LA7.3 mi
"Dr Remedios really cares about his patients and has the presence of mind to let parents know the importance of the details necessary to make good decisions in every situation." View Profile

Dr. Stephen Lewis Nelson, MD

Pediatrics
26 years exp
New Orleans, LA8.9 mi
"We love Dr. Nelson - he provides wonderful care for 3 of my children" View Profile

Dr. Danielle Madere Calix, MD

Pediatrics
27 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Destrehan, LA4.3 mi
"Very knowledgeable and friendly with patients and parents" View Profile

Dr. Brandi K Jones, MD

Pediatrics
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Kenner, LA6.2 mi
"Dr. Jones has been my primary physician for about 20 years. Ive watched her career grow and the Driftwood Ochsner location develop." View Profile

Dr. Patricia Maier Granier, MD

Pediatrics
33 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Metairie, LA5.2 mi
"Our family absolutely LOVES Dr. Granier. She has been a part of our family for years. She was my doctor when I was a child, and of corse I choose her for my children." View Profile

Dr. Michael Felix Wasserman, MD

Pediatrics
49 years exp
Destrehan, LA4.7 mi
"Dr Wasserman and staff are incredible. He cared for my children from birth into their teen years. Moving to the northshore prevented us from continuing to go to his practice. ??" View Profile

Dr. Keith Joseph Capone, MD

Pediatrics
47 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Metairie, LA8.0 mi
"Dr. Capone has been excellent for both of my boys. He explains things in ways that anyone can understand, he has an amazing bedside manner, and he always makes my boys smile." View Profile

Dr. Michael Gary Heller, MD

Pediatrics
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Metairie, LA7.3 mi
Dr. Michael Gary Heller, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Metairie, LA, with other offices in NEW ORLEANS, LA and New Orleans, LA(and 9 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Marc Alan Fisher, MD

Pediatrics
41 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Orleans, LA9.9 mi
"Am a physician in another specialty, and I've taken my kids to see Dr. Marc for a dozen years ." View Profile

Dr. John C Oubre, MD

Pediatrics
21 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Orleans, LA8.8 mi
"He takes his time with me. He listens to what I have to say. Great Doctor!!" View Profile

Dr. Amy Glick

Pediatrics
30 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Metairie, LA7.2 mi
"Dr. Glick is so kind, thorough, intelligent and down to earth. She is passionate in what she does. My son has autism and she always treats him like her own." View Profile

Dr. Michelle Genet, MD

Pediatrics
29 years exp
Destrehan, LA4.3 mi
"Always takes her time and genuinely cares about her patients. It's rare to find a doctor that actually takes the time to follow up after your visit also. She's great!" View Profile

Dr. Theodore E Atkinson, MD

Neurology
46 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Orleans, LA8.8 mi
"he is the best!!.. We love Dr. Atkinson, he takes time with you and is always respectful of your time, not long wait times ect." View Profile

Dr. Theresa Lynn Dise, MD

Pediatrics
41 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Metairie, LA7.3 mi
"Absolutely love her. She and her staff are fantastic. I feel so comfortable and respected in her care. My children love her too." View Profile

Dr. Claire Neumann, MD

Pediatrics
26 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Metairie, LA
Dr. Claire Neumann, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Metairie, LA. They have 26 years of experience. Their specialties include Pediatrics, Internist/pediatrician. View Profile

Dr. Thomas Alchediak, MD

Pediatrics
42 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Metairie, LA7.3 mi
"He is the best pediatrician I have ever had for my children. I highly recommend him." View Profile

Dr. Emily Brown Vigour, MD

Pediatrics
23 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Metairie, LA7.3 mi
Dr. Emily Brown Vigour, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Metairie, LA, with other offices in Marrero, LA and Gretna, LA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Betty Lo, MD

Pediatrics
34 years exp
Accepting New Patients
METAIRIE, LA7.6 mi
"Over the course of my life, I’ve had a few doctors and I can tell you, Dr. Lo is absolutely the most conscientious and best Doctor I’ve ever been too She’s always so upbeat with me when I go to see Dr. Lo I feel like I’m going to see a part of the family." View Profile

Dr. Elizabeth A Adams, MD

Pediatrics
32 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Metairie, LA
"I switched to Dr. Adams around four years ago because I was not satisfied with our previous pediatrician." View Profile

Dr. Scott Brandon Simeon, MD

Internal Medicine
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Kenner, LA6.0 mi
Dr. Scott Brandon Simeon, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Kenner, LA. He has 29 years of experience. His specialties include Pediatrics, Internal Medicine. View Profile

Dr. Keith C Kappel, MD

Pediatrics
44 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Metairie, LA
"He is a great doctor" View Profile

Dr. Scott Rory Zander, MD

Pediatrics
49 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Metairie, LA7.2 mi
"He is a phenomenal doctor. He was my personal pediatrician my whole life and was so fantastic that he is the only pediatrician I would trust for the care of my two children." View Profile

Dr. Neela Jayesh Shukla, MD

Adolescent Medicine
52 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Destrehan, LA5.4 mi
Dr. Neela Jayesh Shukla, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Destrehan, LA, with another office in Metairie, LA. They have 52 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Joshua Mizell, MD

Pediatrics
20 years exp
Accepting New Patients
METAIRIE, LA7.6 mi
"The best physician I've ever had. Been seeing him for years, and he always takes his time to make sure that we're taking the right steps." View Profile

Dr. Jeanne Marie Rademacher, MD

Pediatrics
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Destrehan, LA4.6 mi
Dr. Jeanne Marie Rademacher, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Destrehan, LA, with other offices in Metairie, LA and New Orleans, LA(and 14 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Mohan Dhanenkula Gandhi, MD

Allergy & Immunology
56 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Destrehan, LA5.4 mi
"He's the best at what he do. great caring doctor..." View Profile

Dr. Cary Anderson Culbertson, MD

Pediatrics
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Metairie, LA
"I LOVE Dr. Culbertson so much! I moved all the way to Slidell and I still travel to her for my son's appointments. She is always available and is always willing to help." View Profile

Dr. Horatio Sprague Eustis, MD

Ophthalmology
46 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Jefferson, LA8.7 mi
Dr. Horatio Sprague Eustis, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Jefferson, LA, with other offices in New Orleans, LA and New Orleans, LA(and 7 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Kirk Andrew Thame, MD

Gastroenterology
34 years exp
New Orleans, LA9.9 mi
"I saw Dr. Thames when I was 16 after we were referred to him from the ER. First and foremost, he is possibly the nicest doctor I've ever had." View Profile

Dr. Terry Lu Cummings, MD

Pediatrics
38 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Orleans, LA9.5 mi
"Dr. Cummings is very thorough, and I really appreciate that she doesn't try to push medications, as I prefer not to take prescriptions unless they are really needed, esp." View Profile

Dr. Patrice Bridget Evers, MD

Pediatrics
32 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Metairie, LA7.3 mi
"I was referred to Dr. Evers by a friend who is in pharmaceutical sales. We absolutely love her." View Profile

Dr. Janine Tracy Lissard, MD

Pediatrics
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Harahan, LA4.5 mi
"Thanks dr Lissard you very friendly explain to your patient very well thanks" View Profile

Dr. Jeffrey Carter Poole, MD

Dermatology
33 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Metairie, LA7.3 mi
Dr. Jeffrey Carter Poole, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Metairie, LA, with another office in Metairie, LA. He has 33 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. John S Barbara, MD

Pediatrics
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Metairie, LA
Dr. John S Barbara, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Metairie, LA. They have 43 years of experience. Their specialties include Pediatrics, Internist/pediatrician. View Profile

Dr. Harish Chander Anand, MD

Pediatrics
56 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Orleans, LA9.9 mi
"Efficient" View Profile

Dr. Daniel Richard Bronfin, MD

Pediatrics
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Orleans, LA8.8 mi
"Very calm and detailed with examination. A++" View Profile

Dr. Susan Penton Caldwell, MD

Internal Medicine
27 years exp
Metairie, LA7.3 mi
"Knowledgeable, kind, and patient" View Profile

Dr. David Leonard Schneider, MD

Allergy & Immunology
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Metairie, LA7.3 mi
Dr. David Leonard Schneider, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Metairie, LA, with other offices in Hammond, LA and Santa Rosa, CA(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Carlos Alberto Trujillo, MD

Pediatrics
46 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Orleans, LA9.9 mi
Dr. Carlos Alberto Trujillo, MD is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA, with other offices in New Orleans, LA and Marrero, LA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. George James Schwartzenburg, MD

Pediatrics
30 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Metairie, LA7.3 mi
Dr. George James Schwartzenburg, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Metairie, LA, with other offices in Baton Rouge, LA and Baton Rouge, LA(and 6 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Anas Youssef Khouri, MD

Pediatrics
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Harahan, LA4.5 mi
Dr. Anas Youssef Khouri, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Harahan, LA, with another office in Metairie, LA. She has 37 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. David Anderson Estes, MD

Pediatrics
40 years exp
Metairie, LA8.0 mi
"Dr Estes has taken care of my children for 20 years now. He is a kind,caring, professional physician. He has a gentle manner which puts kids at ease. Excellent clinician." View Profile

Dr. Charles M Kantrow, MD

Pediatrics
37 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Orleans, LA8.9 mi
"Excellent doctor who is very knowledgeable and really great with kids. Can always trust his advice and recommendations." View Profile

Dr. Judy Marie Moreau, DO

Pediatrics
21 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Orleans, LA8.9 mi
Dr. Judy Marie Moreau, DO is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA, with another office in Metairie, LA. She has 21 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Diane Katz Africk, MD

Pediatrics
46 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Orleans, LA8.9 mi
"She has been my granddaughter doctor for 10 and a half years. We love her she is just like family" View Profile

Dr. Lesley Ann Saketkoo, MD

Rheumatology
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Orleans, LA9.9 mi
"The best doctor I have ever had, she’s wonderful, I really loved my first visit with her, such an awesome human been!" View Profile

Dr. Jennifer M Parkerson, MD

Pediatrics
42 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Metairie, LA7.3 mi
"Dr. Parkerson sees all of our children. She is always pleasant and explains everything no matter the issue. I highly recommend her." View Profile

Dr. Naglaa A Shourbaji, MD

Pediatrics
51 years exp
New Orleans, LA8.8 mi
"Excellent doctor. Caring and supportive. Could not have chosen a better doctor to care for my son." View Profile

Dr. Dean Scott Edell, MD

Pulmonology
39 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Orleans, LA9.9 mi
"Dr. Edell is an amazing doctor..Thank God for doctors like him." View Profile

Dr. Stephanie C Arnaud, MD

Pediatrics
23 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Metairie, LA7.3 mi
"Compassionate, caring, excellent bedside manner, she has been my daughter's pediatrician for 7+ years." View Profile

Dr. Brandon Lane Phillips, MD

Cardiovascular Disease
22 years exp
New Orleans, LA8.8 mi
"Excellent physician" View Profile

Dr. Margaret P Strong, MD

Pediatrics
46 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Orleans, LA9.9 mi
"Dr. Strong cared for our special needs son for many years. What a wonderful doctor.She is caring, efficient, and thorough." View Profile

Dr. Sarah Sandlin Stender, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
47 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Orleans, LA10.0 mi
"A great Dr . Was my pediatric diabetes doctor for 10 years ?? I was so sad when I transition into a adult & I couldn’t see her anymore" View Profile

Dr. Scott Hamilton Davis, MD

Pediatrics
48 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Metairie, LA7.3 mi
Dr. Scott Hamilton Davis, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Metairie, LA, with other offices in New Orleans, LA and Metairie, LA(and 8 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Fernando Andres Urrego, MD

Pediatrics
28 years exp
New Orleans, LA8.9 mi
"The best." View Profile

Dr. Patricia Borkowski Guidry, MD

Internal Medicine
29 years exp
New Orleans, LA8.8 mi
Dr. Patricia Borkowski Guidry, MD is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA, with another office in New Orleans, LA. She has 29 years of experience. 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 Ama 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 Ama 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 Ama who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Pediatricians providing telehealth services in Ama. 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 Ama?
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 Ama?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Ama. 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 Ama have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Ama. This helps you find a Pediatrician that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Pediatricians in Ama 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 Ama with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Pediatricians in Ama. 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 Ama?
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 Ama 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 Ama 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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