Best Pediatric Care Providers in San Diego, CA
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 San Diego, California.
60+ pediatric care providers found in San Diego, CA
John Charles Arnold
MD
Lisa Lyons Arnold
PNP
Lisa Rene Burns
MSN, CPNP-PC
James J Chun
M.D.
James Donald Coullahan
MD
Nicoletta Vasiliki Frankenstein
MD, MS
Lorena Marie Fujii
N.P.
Walter Gilbert
M.D.
Kriste Grau
PNP
Cheryl Pizarro Heet
NP
Kathleen Elizabeth Hervan
N.P.
Deborah Lee Hill
RN, MSN, CPNP
Krystal Louise Hoge
NP
Chadley Ryan Huebner
M.D.
Kristofer Adam Kazlauskas
M.D.
Kimberly H Kelley
PNP
Mary Ellen Malinowski
CPNP
Ann T Martin
CPNP
Edmund Alfred Milder
M.D.
Nanda Ramchandar
M.D.
Jacqueline D. Rychnovsky
PhD, RN, CPNP
Emily Marie Witt
Ari S. Zeldin
M.D.
Sandra Joy Foley
PNP
Nicole Denise Kastner
RN,MSN,CPNP
Barbara J. Lounsbury
MD
Sharon Kay Mann
NP
Kaitlin Phelan
Jennifer L. Huntley
DO
Roman G. Mcinnerney
DO
Kathryn H. Abare
NP
Emily A. Abcede
ARNP, CPNP
Amethyst Amy Alayari
MD
Joyce Arpilleda
MD
Justin Joseph Assioun
MD
Nisa S. Atigapramoj
M.D.
Karla Augustin
Lukas Robert Austin-page
M.D.
Anaise Aquino Avakian
PNP-PC
Anna Christine Balderas
CPNP
Nicole Lynn Barbera
D.O.
Angela Michelle Barney
MD
Samantha Shafer Beasley
NP
Thomas Bellomo
MD
Rebecca Lynn Bennett
NP MS
Rakesh Bhattacharjee
M.D.
Tami Bolf-schmidt
NP
Kendall Bonatus
PNP-AC
Heather L. Books
MD
Adam Lawrence Braddock
MD
John Scott Bradley
M.D.
Kelly E. Branch
CPNP
Marilyn Braun
NP
Amy Williams Bryl
MD
Reginaldo F. Cagampan
NP
Melissa Campbell
MSN, RN, CPNP, CNS
Christopher Ray Cannavino
M.D.
Todd N. Chamoy
CPNP, FNP, DNP
David Chao
M.D.
Gayathri Chelvakumar
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 San Diego
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 California
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 San Diego
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 San Diego
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Sleep Consultants in San Diego
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