We'll be welcoming our first child into the world in less than 6 weeks (I hope). With that being said does anyone have recommendations for a pediatrician in the area...
Ana B. replied:
I used to have DrLiberato, she is good but... My son had a cough for months and "they" (pediatric health care alliance) couldn't figure out what it was!! I switched to Dr Smith My First Doctor and Immediately she was able to figure out the problem! The office is not pretty but the staff and the doctor are amazing!!
Candy M. replied:
Now I do love Dr.Thole at Weecare as well and Evie her Arnp my son started of with them as a new born and I was distraught when we had to switch due to insurance.
Stephanie S. replied:
Dr Bowers!! hands down the best
Janett C. replied:
I give another vote for Premier Care Pediatrics. I see Dr. Pruitt there. It is in Fishhawk. They came highly recommended when I was pregnant and didn't know where to go. Dealing with my son very sick with Croup now. They got me an appointment right away when I called on Thursday. Today I had to call on call doctor and Dr Pruitt herself was on call and called me back in less than 5 minutes and called in a prescription for me to pharmacy. Love them!
Rebecca C. replied:
I run a family daycare and have an opening for infants. We provide lots of love care with 3 teachers on staff. I live in Apollo beach and have been open for 5 years now and licensed. Please call me 813-646-4630 or 813-892-1079. You can look at my Facebook as well. Beckyslittlelearners familydaycare.
Brein H. replied:
We love Dr. Bowers at Pediatric Healthcare Alliance. All three (soon to be 4) of our kids go to her.
Claire M. replied:
We use My First Doctor - Dr Smith - who is on Big Bend near Summerfields. She is great because she will try to fit you in even if she is fully booked. We originally registered with the pediatric Alliance, and the first time i had to book in urgently for my baby with a severe throat infection, I was told that the nearest appointment was in four days time. I explained the urgency ... infection and young baby ... but I was told that all I could do was go to another branch that was miles away.
Claire M. replied:
My eldest went to Creative World on US41 and we were very happy with them. I didn't like the fact that KidsRKids made us pay to be on their waiting list but still wouldn't guarantee a place at the end of it. I have heard some very good things from friends about the new Montessori in Waterset.
Amy A. replied:
Dr. Bowers is the best!! My daughter just loves to see her. Takes her time with the kids and is very caring!!
Sharon G. replied:
I used Pediatric Health Care Alliance on Parsons in Brandon over a period of 25 years which covered two children. Wouldn't have gone anywhere else.
Carrie S. replied:
I use to go to DR Liberato too, while she is good and I did love her....insurance reasons I left. I go to dr. Smith now, and she just caught brohnchitis in 3 week cough that an urgent care did not.
Tasha M. replied:
Dr Lori Bowers 10729 Queens Town Dr Riverview, FL (813) 672-3497http://www.pedialliance.com/
Mary S. replied:
Premier Care Pediatrics, it's worth the drive to fishhawk
Tiffany T. replied:
We like Dr Bowers too!
Jennifer S. replied:
Dr. Bowers and Dr. Liberato are both awesome at pediatric health care alliance
Tracy D. replied:
Dr. Thole amazing!
Anastasia H. replied:
If you don't mind the 25 min. drive, Healthpoint Pediatrics in south Tampa-been going there for 11 years. They are amazing! I won't take my daughter anywhere else. Dr. Salud is our fave but they have other amazing doctors as well. Feel free to PM me if you have any other questions.
Claire M. replied:
I agree .. the office is small ... and doesn't have any toys for kids ... just a TV with a Disney film playing ... and you can wait 30 mins in the waiting room on a busy day as she is the only doctor in there. However ... she has always been absolutely amazing ... came to the hospital for the birth of my son ..... he was preemie and had some early breathing issues, so she gave me her personal cell number and said that I could call her anytime in those first few weeks out of hospital. She has always fitted us in even on full days. She even stayed open late on her half day Saturday waiting for me to get there after a last minute call. She is sweet and lovely and never ever derogatory or judgmental on how you raise your child. I cannot speak highly enough about Dr Smith (just don't let the waiting room sway your judgement) xxxx
Carrie S. replied:
My first Pediatrician years ago was just like this office/dr. Loved it. So friendly knew my kids by name, I miss here, but I feel like Dr Smith is a high possibility of standing next to my first one!
Fallon A. replied:
Kathy Knight Jones is the best in home daycare you can find! It's very rare that she has an opening but it's worth a shot. She is the best of the best!
Linda G. replied:
Dr Santa Maria. Believe it or not he is in Sun City Ctr.
Candy M. replied:
Dr Santa Maria refuses to update to todays times.You cant even have your child tested for flu
In need of recommendations for a reliable, good nanny/daycare...8 mth little girl, starting dec 1. Thanks friends ☺️
Carmen M. replied:
The Learning Experience is the best:-)
Pilar F. replied:
Lamb of God!!! The baby room is amazing! My baby girl attends and I'm also a preschool teacher there:) we have different discounts right now! Come visit us!! Jamie Warwick Brinkman is our Director
Janelle M. replied:
Open Arms Early Childhood Center at Lamb of God is really amazing.http://www.openarmslithia.org
Lisa D. replied:
The Learning Experience! My two year old has done great there and starting my newborn there in January (he'll be 3.5 months)...
Can anyone recommend a good daycare/preschool in the Auburndale area??
May P. replied:
As a preschool in Lakeland I tell parents to check out DCF website and review the places reports to start. www.myflorida.com/childcareI hope this helps. Also you may want to consider a home based provider. :)