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Your Trusted Pediatric Care Partner in Topeka, KS
Pediatric Associates Of Topeka is a dedicated pediatric care practice serving families in Topeka, Kansas. Our team of experienced pediatricians and healthcare professionals provides comprehensive medical services for children from newborns to young adults. We prioritize creating a child-friendly environment where families receive personalized, compassionate care tailored to their unique needs. Our services include prenatal visits, well-child checkups, immunizations, and treatment for acute and chronic conditions. We emphasize collaboration with parents to ensure optimal health outcomes and foster a supportive atmosphere for both patients and their families. With decades of combined experience, our providers are committed to staying at the forefront of pediatric medicine through ongoing education and training.We pride ourselves on accessibility, offering flexible appointment scheduling and after-hours emergency support. Our practice is designed to be a trusted partner in your child's healthcare journey, combining medical expertise with a warm, understanding approach. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering reliable, evidence-based care that promotes long-term wellness. Established as a cornerstone of pediatric healthcare in the community, we continue to serve generations of families with dedication and integrity.
Services
Well-Child Checkups
Immunizations
Sick Appointments
Prenatal Visits
School Physicals
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency phone support for urgent pediatric concerns.
- Our providers have decades of combined experience in pediatric medicine.
- We maintain a child-friendly environment to reduce patient anxiety.
- We provide same-day sick appointments and walk-in clinic hours.
- Our team includes board-certified pediatricians and experienced mid-level providers.
What people say
Sweet and helpful staff
Amazing doctors
Family-like atmosphere
Prompt appointments
Experienced pediatricians
Services
Well-Child Checkups
Comprehensive health assessments for children at all developmental stages ensure proper growth and early detection of potential issues. Our providers monitor physical, cognitive, and emotional development while offering parental guidance. These visits include vaccinations, nutritional counseling, and age-appropriate health education to promote lifelong wellness habits for young patients.
Immunizations
We provide complete immunization schedules following CDC guidelines to protect children against preventable diseases. Our practice offers flu shots, routine childhood vaccines, and catch-up immunizations in a comfortable environment. Educating families about vaccine safety and benefits remains a priority while maintaining strict compliance with health regulations.
Sick Appointments
Timely treatment for acute illnesses and injuries ensures rapid recovery for young patients. Our providers diagnose and manage conditions like strep throat, ear infections, and respiratory illnesses with evidence-based protocols. We offer same-day appointments and after-hours phone triage to address urgent health concerns promptly.
Prenatal Visits
Expectant parents receive personalized guidance about newborn care and pediatric healthcare options during prenatal consultations. These visits allow families to tour our facility, meet providers, and ask questions about their child's future medical needs. We emphasize building early trust between parents and pediatricians to ensure smooth postnatal transitions.
School Physicals
Required health evaluations for academic and athletic participation ensure students meet wellness standards. Our providers complete necessary documentation while assessing cardiovascular health, immunization status, and overall fitness. We offer efficient service during peak seasons to accommodate school enrollment deadlines and sports team requirements.
People
Dr. Sara Nelson
Pediatrician
Board-certified pediatrician with over 20 years' experience in Topeka. Recipient of Topeka's Best Pediatrician award, Dr. Nelson focuses on preventive care and family-centered treatment approaches. She maintains active medical education through professional development programs.
Dr. Eleni Grammatikopoulou
Pediatrician
Greek-born pediatrician with 10+ years' local practice experience. Specializes in developmental pediatrics and cultural competency in healthcare. Actively participates in community health education initiatives while maintaining board certification through continuing education.
Dr. Holly Serk
Pediatrician
Topeka native with extensive emergency medicine background. Focuses on acute care management and pediatric trauma response. Committed to community engagement through local school health programs and youth sports medical support.
Dr. Lauren Olson
Pediatrician
Former emergency department specialist with 14 years' pediatric experience. Expertise in urgent care protocols and rapid diagnostic assessment. Actively involved in medical student mentorship programs while maintaining clinical excellence in primary care delivery.
Dr. Cody Heston
Pediatrician
Rural health advocate with agricultural community roots. Specializes in environmental pediatrics and outdoor safety education. Combines farm-life perspective with modern medical practices to address diverse patient needs across socioeconomic backgrounds.
Questions
What services do you offer for newborns?
We provide comprehensive newborn care including initial health assessments, feeding guidance, and developmental monitoring during the critical first year of life.
How can I schedule an urgent appointment?
Call our office during business hours for same-day sick appointments or use our after-hours phone triage system for urgent concerns.
Do you accept walk-in patients?
Yes, our walk-in clinic operates Monday-Friday 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM for established patients with acute needs.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept major insurance providers including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, United Healthcare, Tricare, and Medicaid (Kancare).
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
We offer Saturday morning appointments by schedule and 24/7 emergency phone support for urgent pediatric concerns.
How do you handle medication refills?
Refills require provider approval and can be requested during business hours through our patient portal or by phone.
