Business Details
Your Child's Health is Our Priority
Pediatric Associates is a dedicated pediatric care practice serving families in Phoenix, Arizona. Our team of experienced providers prioritizes individualized care, fostering trusting relationships to support children's physical and emotional development. We offer comprehensive services including well-child visits, immunizations, diagnosis and treatment of childhood illnesses, developmental screenings, and chronic care management. Our practice emphasizes open communication with parents, ensuring each child receives personalized attention. With same-day sick appointments, telehealth options, and a focus on preventive care, we strive to make healthcare accessible and convenient for families.Our providers, including board-certified pediatricians, bring decades of combined experience to deliver high-quality care tailored to each patient's needs. We are committed to community health education, offering resources on topics like nutrition, safety, and mental health. Our facility is designed to create a welcoming environment for children, with efficient processes to minimize wait times while maintaining thorough, compassionate care.
Services
Well Child Visits
Sick Child Visits
Telehealth Consultations
ADHD/ADD Evaluations
Asthma Management
Behavioral Health Services
Chronic Care Management
Newborn Care
Sports Physicals
Immunizations
Highlights and features
- We offer same-day sick appointments for urgent care needs
- Our board-certified pediatricians provide personalized, family-centered care
- We maintain comprehensive preventive care schedules for all childhood stages
- Our practice offers telehealth consultations for added convenience
- We coordinate specialty care referrals with local pediatric specialists
What people say
Exceptional provider bedside manner
Same-day sick appointments available
Thorough developmental screenings
Knowledgeable and patient staff
Effective chronic condition management
Services
Well Child Visits
Our comprehensive well-child visits track growth and development while providing age-appropriate health guidance. These appointments include physical exams, immunizations, developmental screenings, and personalized parenting advice. Our providers follow AAP-recommended schedules from newborns through adolescence, ensuring early detection of potential health issues while building long-term patient relationships.
Sick Child Visits
We prioritize same-day appointments for children with acute illnesses or injuries. Our providers diagnose and treat common conditions like ear infections, respiratory illnesses, and minor injuries. For severe symptoms requiring immediate attention, we provide rapid referrals to emergency services while maintaining continuity of care through follow-up visits.
Telehealth Consultations
Our telehealth service offers convenient medical consultations through secure video conferencing. This option works for non-urgent concerns like medication refills, mild illnesses, or follow-up discussions. While not replacing physical exams, virtual visits maintain care continuity by connecting patients with their regular pediatricians for accessible healthcare solutions.
ADHD/ADD Evaluations
We provide comprehensive evaluations for attention-deficit disorders using standardized assessment tools and parent/teacher input. Our approach combines clinical diagnosis with ongoing management strategies, including medication guidance and behavioral interventions tailored to each child's developmental needs and family circumstances.
Sports Physicals
Our pre-participation physical exams ensure student athletes meet health requirements for school sports. These evaluations assess cardiovascular health, musculoskeletal function, and overall fitness while providing injury prevention guidance. We complete required documentation for Arizona Interscholastic Association compliance and offer follow-up care for sports-related health concerns.
People
Dr. David Lersch
Pediatrician
Board-certified pediatrician with over 30 years of experience serving Phoenix families. Specializes in newborn care and adolescent health, maintaining active hospital privileges for continuity of care.
Dr. James Padrez
Pediatrician
Experienced provider focusing on preventive care and chronic disease management. Recognized for compassionate patient interactions and thorough developmental assessments during well-child visits.
Dr. Nadia Day
Pediatrician
Dedicated to family-centered care with expertise in managing complex pediatric conditions. Known for exceptional communication skills and coordinating specialty care referrals for patients with special needs.
Dr. Theresa LoCoco
Pediatrician
Skilled in newborn transitions and early childhood development. Provides culturally competent care for diverse families, with particular focus on nutrition and growth monitoring.
Dr. Anne Maiden-Hope
Pediatrician
Specializes in adolescent medicine and behavioral health integration. Implements evidence-based screening tools for mental health concerns during routine checkups.
Questions
What ages do you treat?
We care for patients from newborns through adolescence up to age 21, providing continuous care through all childhood developmental stages.
Do you offer same-day appointments?
Yes, we schedule same-day sick visits daily and strive to accommodate urgent care needs while maintaining quality patient interactions.
Can I request a specific provider?
Yes, patients may request any available provider when scheduling appointments, though urgent visits may require seeing the first available physician.
Do you provide telehealth services?
Yes, we offer virtual consultations for non-urgent matters, medication management, and follow-up discussions through secure video conferencing platforms.
What hospital affiliations do you have?
Our providers are affiliated with Phoenix Children's Hospital and HonorHealth Shea Medical Center for inpatient care and delivery services.
How do I get prescription refills?
Contact our office directly during business hours to request medication refills, allowing 24-48 hours processing time for prescription renewals.
