Choosing a pediatrician is an important decision. After all, this is someone who may care for your child from their first checkups through their teenage years.
The right pediatrician should be someone your family trusts, who listens to your concerns and takes an active role in supporting your child’s health and development. So, how do you know when you’ve found the right fit?
What Should You Look for in a Pediatrician?
As you explore your options, consider what will matter most to your family:
- A comfortable connection: You should feel heard, respected and comfortable asking questions, regarding a fever, a milestone or something that just doesn’t seem quite right.
- Proactive care: Look for a pediatrician who considers your child’s overall health and development, not just the concern that brought you into the office.
- Convenient access: Location and appointment options can make a big difference when you’re balancing your child’s care with everyday family life.
- Connected resources: Having access to pediatric specialists and additional services can make it easier to navigate your child’s changing healthcare needs.
“A pediatrician is more than someone you see when your child is sick. We have the privilege of getting to know your child and family over time, including your personalities, priorities, and what matters most to you. That relationship helps us better understand your concerns, anticipate your child’s needs, and work together to support their health and development. Our goal is to help the child and family thrive through every stage.”
Kristin Wilson, MD, MBA, FAAP
Division Chief of General Pediatrics, Renown Health
Why Choose the Experts Renown Health?
Renown provides family-centered pediatric care for children from birth through their teens, including checkups, sick visits and ongoing support. Families can also access wellness exams, immunizations and referrals to pediatric specialists at locations across northern Nevada.
Specialty Care
And when your child needs additional expertise, you don’t have to navigate that next step alone. Renown offers pediatric specialties including behavioral health, cardiology, neurology, orthopedics and surgery.
Families also have access to Renown Children’s Hospital, northern Nevada’s only pediatric hospital, and Renown Children’s ER, the region’s only Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Care for Today and Every Stage Ahead
Finding the right pediatrician is ultimately about finding the right partnership for your family. A provider who knows your child over time can become an important resource as new questions, milestones and health needs arise.
With primary care, pediatric specialties and children’s hospital services available within one health system, Renown Health offers families access to care through every stage of childhood.
FAQ: Choosing a Pediatrician
When should I start looking for a pediatrician?
It’s helpful to choose a pediatrician before your baby arrives or whenever your family is preparing for a move or change in healthcare providers. This gives you time to find a provider who feels like the right fit.
What should I ask when choosing a pediatrician?
Ask about the provider’s approach to preventive care, communication, appointment availability and how they coordinate care if your child needs to see a specialist. Most importantly, consider whether you feel comfortable asking questions and discussing concerns.
How often should my child see a pediatrician?
Children typically see their pediatrician for routine wellness visits as well as when they are sick or have a health concern. Your pediatrician can recommend a schedule based on your child’s age and individual needs.
What pediatric services does Renown Health offer?
Renown Health provides pediatric checkups, sick visits and ongoing care from birth through the teen years, along with access to pediatric specialists and children’s hospital services.
How can I find a Renown pediatrician?
Families can explore pediatric providers and book appointments online. New patients can schedule online, while established patients can use MyChart to schedule appointments, view test results and message their care team.