Best Pediatric Care Providers in Buffalo, NY
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 Buffalo, New York.
60+ pediatric care providers found in Buffalo, NY
Clare Hall
CNM
Emily S Friedan
M.D.
Richard P. Maniace
P.N.P.
Patricia Keane Polowy
NP
Christine E Scime
C.P.N.P.
Lauren E Sheehan
Melissa Tessoni Stepanski
CPNP-PC
Shamim M Islam
MD
Natalie Anne Appleby
PNP
Melissa Anne Azaula
MD
Alexandra Anna Billi
FNP
Kristina Bradfield-mcgee
D.O
Ryan Kenneth Breuer
Anita Crawley
PNP
Sarah Elizabeth Dipalma
M.D.
Cheryl Drabik
PNP
Mary Ellen Emborsky
DO
Jill Fennell
Elizabeth Giordano
NP
Shelby Leanne Hall
MD
Amanda B. Hassinger
M.D,
Mary Caitlin Hayes
Mark Daniel Hicar
MD
Colleen Ann Hurley
CPNP
Patrick Kenney
M.D.
Mark Anthony Kenyon
MD
Jeremy J Killion
MD
Marsha Burns Kay Langan
PNP
Julianne Parente Napor
CPNP
Christine Nelson-tuttle
PNP
Kirsten Ann Thibodeau Nutty
LNP
Nicole Ann Patterson
FNP
Michelle Dolores Penque
MD
Chelsea Porter
FNP-BC
Teresa Quattrin
MD
Susana Ruano
MD
Mary T Sheppard
PNP
Jessica Michelle Smith
FNP
Katherine E Stellrecht
PNP
Tamara C Tempfer
PNP
Heather Marie Territo
M.D.
Katherine Vermilye
MD
Laura Ann White
FNP
Matthew L. Wiese
M.D.
Casey Marie Wild
NP
Karl Oliver Ang Yu
M.D., Ph.D.
Denise Ann Rokitka
MD
Saikat Pal
Omar S Alibrahim
MD
Gale R Burstein
MD
Julie Anne Comella Higgins
NP
Dalinda Ann Condino
MD
Dorothy Daigler
PNP
Deborah Dee
PNP
Joanne R Denz
PNP
Tiffany Nicole Fabiano
NP
Howard Syd Faden
MD
Allyson Jeanne Fried
PNP
Julie Golubski
Sarah A. Judkiewicz
PNP
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 Buffalo
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 New York
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 Buffalo
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.
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