Best Pediatric Care Providers in Knoxville, TN
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 Knoxville, Tennessee.
60+ pediatric care providers found in Knoxville, TN
Makenna Black
Lisa Ann Bogosian
NP
Kristin Marie Gipson
PNP
Kelly N Greene
PNP
Paige Jenkins
DNP, CPNP-PC
Morgin N Johnson
PNP
Abigail Jones
PNP
Amelia Leigh Anne Ketring
APRN
Amber B Knapper
CPNP
Allison Michelle Raymes
Jamie Thomas Sharpe
ANP-BC, CPNP-PC
Mackenzie Travis
Mary Louise Ward
CPNP
Kaitlyn Brooke White
CPNP-PC
Alexandria Leigh Yardley
DNP, CPNP-PC
Karlyn J Zandstra
PNP
John R. Williams
M.D.
Joseph F. Childs
M.D.
Megan Renee Gaddis
M.D.
Kenneth D. Wicker
M.D.
Benjamin Batchelor
n.p.
Jan Bishop
M.D.
Michael C. Blake
M.D.
Myra S. Campbell
APRN
John R. Carder
M.D.
Arminda Gail Carter
CPNP
Mary J Cathey
CPNP
Cady Kington Cavalea
CPNP-AC/PC, CLC
Lise Christensen
M.D.
Shannon Cohen
M.D.
Frances W. Craig
M.D.
Basilia Pendleton Dameron
N.P.
Robert K. Dickson
M.D.
Audra Downs
C.P.N.P
Kelly Elizabeth Earnest
CPNP
Heather Edgley
M.D.
Kelsey Horner Fredericks
NP
Lauri Michelle Gingerich
CPNP
Abigail M'lynn Gordon
DNP, CPNP
Amanda Harper
Deann Richele Holbrook
M.D.
Sara Holland
CPNP
Dawn M. Huff
M.D.
Lauren Vannoy Johnson
NP
Amber Jones
Billy Paul Jones
M.D.
Kimberly Kim
M.D.
Ameeta Lall
M.D.
Judy a Marciel
P.N.P.
Jordan Brush Mccreary
FNP-BC
Mary Whitsitt Miller
NP
Janice M Mills
Daniel L. New
M.D.
Hannah Hunt Nicaud
NP
Phillip a Noe
N.P.
Sara Lynne Norton
NP
Lori B. Nunley
M.D.
Kaitlin Kirk Ogle
CPNP
Ellen Sofia Pappano
M.D.
Jeanann Pardue
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 Knoxville
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 Tennessee
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 Knoxville
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 Knoxville
Building your care team often involves more than one type of provider. Families in Knoxville also search for:
Lactation Consultants in Knoxville
Lactation consultants are specialists in breastfeeding and infant feeding.
Sleep Consultants in Knoxville
Certified pediatric sleep consultants help families establish healthy sleep habits for newborns, infants, and toddlers using evidence-based methods tailored to your parenting style.
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