New Patients
Nothing satisfies us more than watching a child grow into a healthy, happy adult.
We Love to Meet New Families!
Whether you are expecting a new baby, have recently moved to our area, or are looking for a new doctor for your children, we thank you for trusting us with your child’s health. Puddle Dock Pediatrics welcomes new families of all kinds with children up to 18 years of age.
Are We a Good Fit?
Choosing a pediatrician for your child is an important decision. It is crucial that your pediatrician’s philosophy on health and wellness aligns closely with that of your family. Only then can shared decision-making be based on mutual respect.
Learn more about our mission, services, and office policies.
Evidence-Based Care
Our practice uses evidence-based practice guidelines, including the responsible use of antibiotics and adherence to the vaccination schedule outlined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
Welcoming Environment
We want our office to be a safe place for families of all kinds, and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind.
Partnerships Built on Trust
We value effective communication and strive to establish long term relationships built on mutual respect and trust.
Office Hours
Please look at our office hours and make sure they will work for your family.
Are You Expecting?
Thank you for considering us to care for your new addition! Contact us to schedule a free pre-natal visit (remote or in person) to determine whether we are the right fit for your family.
Transferring Care to Puddle Dock Pediatrics
There is no need to schedule a visit to establish care, although we are always happy to give new families a tour of our office.
Please request your child’s complete medical record from their pediatrician to initiate the transfer process; vaccine records are required prior to scheduling your child’s first visit at Puddle Dock. New patient paperwork can be completed during this first visit.
Is your child sick?
We do not require a check-up prior to being seen for a sick visit, but we do require medical records. Sick visits are subject to availability. Please call our office to schedule.
Check-up time?
Schedule your child’s next well child visit with us per our care guidelines. Please note, insurance plans differ as to whether they will cover a check-up for kids older than three years every calendar year or every 365 days. It’s up to you to know when your child is due for a check-up and when your insurance will cover it. If a visit comes back as non-covered, you will be responsible for full payment.
Need to follow-up for chronic conditions?
If your child needs management for a long-term medical condition, please schedule an appointment separate from any check-up or other sick visit. Examples of chronic conditions include asthma, allergies, eczema, ADHD, acne, depression, irregular menstrual cycles, constipation, or anything else requiring medications on a regular basis.
Next Steps
- Review our Financial Policy and accepted Insurance PlansCall your insurance company to verify that Dr. Smith is listed, and to change your child’s Primary Care Provider (PCP) to her if necessary. If your insurance plan is not on our list, we are always happy to see you out-of-network or on a cash-pay basis.
- Review our Vaccination Policy
- Complete our New Patient FormsFeel free to print and complete them at home to save time at your first visit.
- Complete a Medical Record Release FormSubmit the completed form to your previous pediatrician’s office. This is especially important for children with any significant past medical problems, including but not limited to ADHD, asthma, behavioral or psychiatric concerns, growth delays, any specialist visits, abnormal labs, etc.
- Fax Immunization RecordsIf moving from out of state, please fax our office your child’s immunization records as soon as you can. Please note, we will require this prior to scheduling a first visit.
- Contact our office to schedule your first visit
