Primary care for babies, children and teens
Your child’s doctor is who you can go to for their everyday health needs. Our compassionate care team at Ascension St. John Hospital St. John Children’s Center is dedicated to the care of babies, children and teens. Your child’s pediatrician starts by listening to you and your child. Ask us your questions – big and small. By getting to know you and your child, we deliver personalized care that’s right for your family.
Care for your child’s everyday healthcare needs
We provide care for children from babies through the teenage years. By knowing you and your child well, your child’s pediatric care team can deliver personalized care that fits your child’s physical and emotional health needs. Your doctor is your partner in health, from helping your child recover from childhood illness to managing more serious health concerns. And, your doctor can help your child stay well by finding health problems early when they are most treatable.
Talk with a pediatrician about:
- Any new symptoms
- Care for chronic conditions
- Care for minor illness and injury
- Check-ups
- Childhood growth and development
- Health concerns and questions
- Mental and emotional health care
- Newborn and well-child visits
- Referrals to specialists
- School and sports physicals
- Therapy options
- Vaccinations
Choose pediatric care, close to home
When your child feels sick, call your pediatrician. We offer same-day appointments. Our care team also provides early morning phone calls for your questions about urgent health concerns.Pediatric care teams deliver compassionate, personalized care for children who are sick. Talk with a pediatrician if your child is experiencing:
- Coughing or sore throat
- Diarrhea
- Fever
- Headache
- Pain
- Skin rash
- Vomiting
If your child is experiencing a life-threatening emergency, go directly to the ER or call 911.
Connected to pediatric specialty care
Your child’s primary care doctor can be your first point of contact and ongoing connection into care. If your child needs more specialized care, their doctor can refer you to a specialist. Our pediatric doctors and specialists are part of a national team, working together to deliver the care that’s right for you.
