Pediatric care
The relationship with your pediatrician is important to your child’s healthy development. Our network has hundreds of exceptional pediatricians, and we’ll help you find the right one. Contact us to set up an online pediatric consultation.
If your child is experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately
Our services
- Urgent care, same-day care
- General pediatric care
- Annual wellness visits
- Vaccinations to protect children from disease
- Virtual and in-clinic after-hours care
Pediatric specialties
Many chronic conditions and diseases begin during childhood, and can affect development and growth. We offer a wide range of pediatric specialties to meet your child’s medical needs.
Our specialists will work closely with your child’s pediatrician to provide personalized care. They’ll also help you find necessary support and referrals as they enter adulthood.
Please note: Some specialties may only be available in select locations.
Optum NY (formerly CareMount Medical)
- Allergy and Immunology (allergies and immune system)
- Anesthesiology (sedation)
- Endocrinology (hormones)
- Gastroenterology (digestive system)
- Gynecology (female sexual and reproductive health)
- Neurology (brain)
- Ophthalmology (eyes)
- Otolaryngology (ear, nose and throat)
Optum NY (formerly ProHEALTH Medical)
- Allergy and Immunology (allergies and immune system)
- Behavioral health and Developmental health (autism, ADHD and developmental disabilities) – Available for children five years and older.
- Cardiology (heart)
- Dermatology (hair, skin, and nails)
- Gastroenterology (digestive system)
- Gynecology (female sexual and reproductive health)
- Hematology and Oncology (blood disorders and cancer care)
- Neurology (brain)
- Nuclear medicine (imaging and radiation) – Available for children 10 years and older.
- Nutrition (healthy diet) – Available for children four years and older.
- Ophthalmology (eyes)
- Orthopedics (musculoskeletal disorders) – Available for children 12 months and older.
- Otolaryngology (ear, nose and throat)
- Physical therapy (improve body movement) – Available for children four years and older.
- Podiatry (foot and ankle)
- Pulmonology (lungs)
Optum NJ (formerly Riverside Medical)
- Allergy and Immunology (allergies and immune system)
- Audiology (hearing)
- Behavioral health and Developmental health (autism, ADHD and developmental disabilities) – ProHEALTH locations offer services for child five and up.
- Gastroenterology (digestive system)
- Gynecology (female sexual and reproductive health)
- Optometry (eyes)
- Otolaryngology (ear, nose and throat)
- Podiatry (foot and ankle)
- Sleep medicine (sleep problems and disorders)
- Radiology (imaging)
No-cost virtual parenting classes
Optum is here to help expecting families. Our virtual classes feature a live pediatrician that will answer your questions.
Care for every stage
Our pediatricians are trained to treat children as they grow, which means consistent preventive care, addressing changing concerns and building an ongoing understanding of your child’s unique needs.
Here’s what you can expect from your pediatrician throughout the years of your child’s development:
Newborn
We’ll get to know you and your child through an initial exam and a medical history review. In the first few weeks after their birth, we’ll pay close attention to your child’s weight gain, nutritional needs and vitamin levels (especially Vitamin K). We’ll be there to answer any questions that you may have.
Learn more about our Vitamin K and Erythromycin Policy ›
Infant
Your baby will be seen every two to three months. Don’t worry, we’ll always remind you of when to set up your next appointment.
At each visit we will:
- Give them a comprehensive physical exam
- Measure your baby’s head size, and check their length and weight
- Ask about common issues like colic, reflux, or trouble sleeping or feeding
- Screen regularly for age-appropriate development
- Assist you (mom) if you are experiencing postpartum depression
- Administer vaccines when due
- Answer any questions you may have
At age one, we will also perform a lab test to check for anemia (low iron levels).
Toddler age
Beginning at age two, your toddler will be seen annually. At these visits we will:
- Give them a comprehensive physical exam
- Measure height and weight
- Screen regularly for age-appropriate development
- Ask about common issues like temper tantrums, trouble sleeping, picky eating, etc.
- Administer vaccines when due
At age two, we’ll perform two lab tests to screen your child for lead and anemia again. At age three, we will start checking their blood pressure annually.
School age
Your child will be seen annually during his or her early school years. At these visits, we will:
- Give a comprehensive physical examination
- Measure weight, height and blood pressure
- Regular screenings for vision and age-appropriate development
- Discuss school, nutrition, sleep, and social/behavioral health discussion
- Administer vaccines when due
At around age 11, we will do a blood test to check cholesterol levels and screen for anemia.
Adolescence
Your child will continue to be seen annually throughout middle and high school. At these visits, we will:
- Give a comprehensive physical examination
- Measure weight, height and blood pressure and conduct a vision screening
- Address challenges that can develop around puberty (depression, stress, etc.)
- Talk about health, safety and risk behaviors to help them make better choices
- Administer vaccines when due
When your teen is around 13 or 14, we will offer to do part of the visit with you (parents) in the room and part of the discussion or exam with you outside. This proactive approach gives young people the option to speak privately with their long-time pediatrician if they need to.
For teens looking to transition to a more mature medical setting, Optum offers specialized adolescent care.
Visit our Adolescent Care page ›
18 years and older
By the time your teen is 18 years old, he or she may choose to switch to an adult internal medicine provider. However, we are happy to continue seeing them until 21 years old, at the discretion of your pediatrician, but you (as the parent) will no longer be required to attend the visits.
We get to know your child’s needs well throughout our time together, and we’d be happy to help them find the right primary care physician or OB/GYN (gynecologist) when the time comes.
Immunizations for your child
Getting your child immunized against preventable diseases helps set them up for a healthy life. At Optum, we believe the best approach is to follow the recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Learn more about our Pediatric Immunization Policy ›
Medical care and help
To find a pediatrician or pediatric specialist near you, visit our Providers page.
Contact us if you have any questions