Best Pediatric Care Providers in Dallas, 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 Dallas, Texas.
60+ pediatric care providers found in Dallas, TX
Caroline Akin
NP
Glynnis Joan Barot
Blair Blackman
RN, CPNP
Wendy Mingyee Chung
M.D.
Joan Heilskov
NNP PNP
Ashley Luck
CPNP-PC
Kimberly Katheryne Miklis
RN, CPNP, NNP
Cary Ogier
PNP
Debra Lyn Stevens
NNP/PNP
Betty Jean Brown-trask
PNP-BC, FNP-C
Gordon Bruce
MD
Melissa Gee
PNP
J. Murray Greenwood
MD
Anna Suessman
D.O.
Jonathan Moses Priego
MD
Jerry Payikkada George
M.D.
Chiamaka F. Acho
Drew W Alexander
M.D.
Rebecca Sherman Allen
CPNP
Abigail Alsup
APRN
Arunkumar N Badi
MD, PhD
Tina H Bayle
CPNP-PC/AC
Tabitha Viola Brock
CPNP
Nicole Julia Corrigan-garrett
MD
Kristen Haney Dawson
APRN-CNP
Angela M Denton
NP
Fadiyla Dopwell Louis-obike
M.D.
Jennifer Dugger
PNP
John Charles Edlin
M.D.
Kim Erickson
M.S.,R.N.,C.P.N.P
Lisa W Genecov
MD
Dalia K George
ACPNP
Massuma Kazemi
M.D.
Julianne Kennedy
Charles G. Knox
M.D.
Ellyn Baker Kopp
APRN, CPNP-PC
Courtney Lofgren
CPNP-PC
Tracey Dawn Marsh
RN, CPNP
Todd Anthony Mastrovitch
MD
Stephanie Elaine Mcdonald
PNP
Tristena Melton
RN, CPNP
Emily Denise Miller
APRN
Jessica Brooke Sample
RN, CPNP-PC
Jennifer Rebecca Scoper
MS, APRN, CPNP-PC
Rhiannon Simes
NP
Laura Tiehen
Holly Tomlin
MSN, RN, CPNP
Elena Wurtz
RN, MSN, PNP-AC
Elisa Basora Rovira
MD
Christina E Norris
CPNP
Leticia Pryor
PNP-PC
Jennifer Tracy
Claire Usala
Shanmuga Pujitha Jonnalagadda
M.D.,
Sheryl L Frierson
MD
Richard C Adams
Heather Maria Benham
DNP, RN, CPNP
Jeffrey Black
Cherlyn Mendoza Caneda
PNP
Marsha Bainbridge Carpenter
MD
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 Dallas
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 Dallas
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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