24 Pediatricians Found in Slaughter, LA

We found 24 Pediatricians available in Slaughter, LA with an average 4 stars across 54 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 6 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Katherine L Perkins, MD

Pediatrics
Accepting New Patients
Slaughter, LA0.0 mi
Dr. Katherine L Perkins, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Slaughter, LA, with other offices in Jackson, LA and JACKSON, LA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Amanda Clair Talbot, MD

Pediatrics
21 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Zachary, LA5.6 mi
"The doctor and staffs are awesome!!" View Profile

Dr. Kent Michael Rhodes, MD

Internal Medicine
38 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Zachary, LA5.6 mi
"As a grandmother accompanying my daughter with her new born, I was very impressed with Dr. Rhodes. He was very easy to talk to." View Profile

Dr. Brannon C Perilloux, MD

Pediatrics
31 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Zachary, LA6.1 mi
"Dr. Perilloux is one pediatrician who listens to my concerns and those of my pre-teen. He is well educated in ADHD management and helps us parents just as much." View Profile

Dr. Elenita Santos Mata, MD

Adolescent Medicine
46 years exp
Zachary, LA5.6 mi
Dr. Elenita Santos Mata, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Zachary, LA, with other offices in Baton Rouge, LA and Baton Rouge, LA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Kevin James Dean, MD

Internal Medicine
25 years exp
Zachary, LA5.6 mi
"I've been sick all my life with genetic diseases, so you can imagine how many primary doctors and specialists I've seen." View Profile

Dr. Nagaraj Nanjappa, MD

Emergency Medicine
51 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Zachary, LA5.5 mi
Dr. Nagaraj Nanjappa, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Zachary, LA, with other offices in Zachary, LA and Kentwood, LA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Tommie Brian Stretch, MD

Adolescent Medicine
40 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Zachary, LA5.6 mi
"Dr. Stretch has been my children's doctor for the past 13 years now , in my opinion he is the very best around the Miss-Lou area." View Profile

Dr. Stephen L Beasley, MD

Emergency Medicine
49 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Zachary, LA8.1 mi
"Dr. Beasley saw my four year old whom had high fever, chills, and a bad cough. He listened to my concerns and ordered test. Explained the diagnosis and follow up care recommended." View Profile

Dr. Amy Stockstill Giarrusso, MD

Internal Medicine
23 years exp
Zachary, LA5.6 mi
Dr. Amy Stockstill Giarrusso, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Zachary, LA, with another office in Zachary, LA. She has 23 years of experience. View Profile

Stephanie Cooper

Nurse Practitioner
Pride, LA5.3 mi
Stephanie Cooper is a health care provider primarily located in Pride, LA, with another office in Pride, LA. View Profile

Dr. Megan Elizabeth Collins, MD

Pediatrics
9 years exp
Zachary, LA5.6 mi
Dr. Megan Elizabeth Collins, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Zachary, LA, with other offices in Kansas City, MO and Baton Rouge, LA(and 8 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Anne Martin

Neonatology
10 years exp
Zachary, LA5.6 mi
Dr. Anne Martin is a health care provider primarily located in Zachary, LA, with another office in Zachary, LA. She has 10 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Chana O Heintz

Pediatrics
7 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Zachary, LA5.6 mi
Dr. Chana O Heintz is a health care provider primarily located in Zachary, LA, with other offices in Monroe, NY and Zachary, LA. She has 7 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Ashley Elizabeth Willis, MD

Allergy & Immunology
7 years exp
Zachary, LA5.6 mi
Dr. Ashley Elizabeth Willis, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Zachary, LA, with another office in Zachary, LA. She has 7 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Bikal Sapkota

Pediatrics
12 years exp
Zachary, LA5.6 mi
Dr. Bikal Sapkota is a health care provider primarily located in Zachary, LA, with other offices in Zachary, LA and Amarillo, TX. He has 12 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Olusola Abigail Tijani, MD

Internal Medicine
8 years exp
Zachary, LA5.6 mi
Dr. Olusola Abigail Tijani, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Zachary, LA, with another office in Zachary, LA. She has 8 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Taira Lynn Woodroffe, MD

Pediatrics
21 years exp
Zachary, LA5.6 mi
Dr. Taira Lynn Woodroffe, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Zachary, LA. She has 21 years of experience. Her specialties include Pediatrics. View Profile

Dr. Richie Rose Tulagan Diaz, MD

Hospital Medicine
8 years exp
Zachary, LA5.6 mi
Dr. Richie Rose Tulagan Diaz, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Zachary, LA, with other offices in Baton Rouge, LA and Zachary, LA. She has 8 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Melissa Anne Eddy Shelby

Pediatrics
9 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Zachary, LA5.6 mi
Dr. Melissa Anne Eddy Shelby is a health care provider primarily located in Zachary, LA, with other offices in Zachary, LA and Zachary, LA. She has 9 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Elenita Santos Mata, MD

Pediatrics
46 years exp
Zachary, LA5.6 mi
Dr. Elenita Santos Mata, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Zachary, LA. They have 46 years of experience. Their specialties include Pediatrics. View Profile

Dr. Gerald Vance Hannan, MD

Pediatrics
Zachary, LA5.7 mi
Dr. Gerald Vance Hannan, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Zachary, LA. Their specialties include Pediatrics. View Profile

Lynnette Faith David

Nurse Practitioner
Accepting New Patients
Zachary, LA5.7 mi
Lynnette Faith David is a health care provider primarily located in Zachary, LA, with other offices in Zachary, LA and Zachary, LA. View Profile

Dr. Patricia Treloar Peairs

Pediatrics
40 years exp
Pride, LA8.8 mi
Dr. Patricia Treloar Peairs is a health care provider primarily located in Pride, LA. She has 40 years of experience. Her specialties include Pediatrics. 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 Slaughter 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 Slaughter 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 Slaughter who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Pediatricians providing telehealth services in Slaughter. 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 Slaughter?
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 Slaughter?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Slaughter. 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 Slaughter have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Slaughter. This helps you find a Pediatrician that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Pediatricians in Slaughter 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 Slaughter with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Pediatricians in Slaughter. 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 Slaughter?
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 Slaughter 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 Slaughter 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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