Best Pediatric Care Providers in Houston, TX
Pediatricians and pediatric nurse practitioners provide well-child checkups, vaccinations, developmental screenings, and sick visits for newborns, infants, and children. Browse verified profiles and connect with pediatric care providers serving families in Houston, Texas.
60+ pediatric care providers found in Houston, TX
Denver Niles
Lydia Michelle Rabon
MD
Thomas Randolph Mccarty
M.D.
Stephanie Joy Doniger
MD
Kathryn Mackenzie Dupont
MD MPH
Andrea Tran Vo
MD
Brandi Ramagos
NP
Beth Marie D'amico
MD
Kathryn Miriam Kothari
MD
Sindhu Sudanagunta
MD
Amanda Mccarthy
M.D., MPH
Nicole Saizon Hardy
M.D.
Amy M Cooper
MD
Steven Kyle Perilman
MD
Brianna Wapples
MD
Brittany Marie Wippel
MD
Shubhada Hooli
MD
Alexandra Green
CRNP
Brandy Boeger
CPNP
Aleha Saleh
MSN, RN, ACPNP
Thomas Bramwell Welch-horan
MD
Sharon Won
Stacey Meredith Shubert
C.P.N.P
Heidi a Castillo
M.D.
Diana S Osorio
M.D.
Jennifer Margaret Barr
FNP
Yisha Cheng
MD
Daniel Hsu
M.D.
Catherine Elizabeth Foster
M.D.
Hani Abou Hatab
M.D
Darlene Estrada Acorda
PNP
Aderonke Olufikayo Adekunle-ojo
M.D.
Oluwatosin S Adenuga
MD
Aviva Presser Aiden
MD, PhD
Roukaya Al Hammoud
MD
Morouge Mohammed Al Ramadhan
M.D
Kiyetta H. Alade
MD
Michael Alavi
DO
Joseph Y Allen
M.D.
Tess Allen
APRN
Anika Ampadu
Viia Dionne Anderson
RN, CNP
Catherine Oldenkamp Anglin
Gabriel Anzueto
MD
Wendy Erika Araiza
APRN
Ellen Ariail
MD
Terry Armstrong
RN, CPNP
David Wayne Ashby
D.O.
Ayhan Atmanli
MD, PhD
Brittany Clare Avila
Meenakshi Awasthi
MD, MPP, MS
Taketo Baba
M.D.
Pamela Bailey
MD
Carol Baker
MD
Denise E Baker
CPNP-PC
Myra Ancayan Baker
APRN
Richard Blake Barber
DO
Michelle S Barratt
M.D.
Rachel N Barton
DNP, CPNP
Brian Scott Bassham
M.D.
What Does a Pediatrician Do?
Pediatric care providers manage your child's health from the first newborn exam through childhood. They perform well-child visits, administer vaccinations, track developmental milestones, diagnose and treat childhood illnesses, and refer to specialists when needed. Many families choose their pediatrician before birth and have the provider visit the baby in the hospital. Building a relationship with a pediatrician you trust is one of the most important steps in your care team.
Common credentials
How to Choose a Pediatrician in Houston
Visit the practice before your due date — many pediatricians offer prenatal meet-and-greet appointments.
Ask about their approach to common topics: vaccination schedules, breastfeeding support, sleep guidance, and when to call versus go to urgent care.
Check their availability — same-day sick visits, after-hours advice lines, and weekend hours matter when you have a newborn.
Consider logistics: location, parking, wait times, and whether they offer telehealth for minor concerns.
Ask if the practice has lactation support or can refer you quickly if breastfeeding issues arise.
Cost and Insurance for Pediatric Care Providers in Texas
Typical cost
Well-child visits and vaccinations are covered by insurance as preventive care. Sick visits have standard copays. Without insurance, well-child visits typically cost $100 to $300.
Insurance coverage
Preventive pediatric care, including all recommended well-child visits and vaccinations, is covered at no cost under the ACA. Sick visits are covered with your plan's standard copay and deductible.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pediatric Care Providers in Houston
When should I choose a pediatrician?
Ideally during the third trimester, around 28 to 34 weeks. Many pediatric practices offer prenatal consultations where you can meet the doctor, ask questions, and get a feel for the practice. Having a pediatrician selected before birth means they can see your baby in the hospital.
How often does a newborn need to see a pediatrician?
Newborns typically have their first visit within 2 to 3 days of hospital discharge, then at 1 month, 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 9 months, and 12 months. These well-child visits include growth tracking, developmental assessments, and vaccinations.
What is the difference between a pediatrician and a family doctor?
Pediatricians specialize exclusively in children's health from birth through adolescence, with extra training in childhood development, diseases, and behavior. Family medicine doctors treat patients of all ages. Both can provide excellent newborn and pediatric care.
Related Care in Houston
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Sleep Consultants in Houston
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