Seeking a Pediatrician in Albany/El Cerrito

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  • Pediatrician and Pediatric Dentist near Albany/El Cerrito

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    Mar 17, 2021

    Hello parents/guardians,

    We live in Albany but are open to providers in Albany, El Cerrito, Berkeley, Kensington and Northern parts of Oakland.

    We had an amazing Pediatrician who went into early retirement.  The new doctor is great but her front office staff is incompetent, rude and untrustworthy - great combination!  We are looking for recommendations for a great doctor who has great office staff as well.

    Our child has been seen by dentists at Alameda Pediatric Dentistry since age 1.  They moved their office closer to Lake Merritt, so it's even further for us to get to. 

    Looking for great providers who are backed up by great front office staff.

    Is there such a combination anymore?

    Please help!

    Mar 17, 2021

    I love both our pediatrician and pediatric dentist! Though they are individual providers.

    • Pediatrician: Jennifer Miller (East Bay Pediatrics, they have offices in Orinda and Berkeley). She may not be accepting new patients though
    • Pediatric Dentist: Hercules Kids Dentistry, either doctor, they're both great. Located in Hercules.

    Hope they work out for you!

    Mar 24, 2021

    We've had a great experience with Olivia Lang at Berkeley Pediatrics. We've only been seeing her for a few months with our baby but we are happy so far - the only issue is that sometimes we wait a bit to see her but we've liked Dr. Lang a lot as well as other doctors we've seen there.

    Mar 24, 2021
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    Berkeley Pediatric Medical Group

    Our child has been seen by Dr. Lisa Swearingen since I was pregnant and the day he was born (Sutter East Bay on Milvia). She's great and is accessible via email as well, but also didn't rush our visits. She also is very practical in her stance, which we also appreciate since my partner and I have an extensive background in medical sciences.

    When our child was about 2, we took him for his first dental visit with Dr. Nick (Nicholas Ching) located in Albany/El Cerrito, and it was a very warm place! He had one other visit prior to COVID and will be going back for his next visit next month. Something else I like about this office is that they bill insurance first and then send us a bill (sometimes) afterwards so we aren't paying like $500 upfront for a child's dental visit. We really love both of these providers and feel that they are very good at working with kids and their caregivers =) 

    Mar 24, 2021
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    Sutter Health Pediatrics on Milvia
    Nicholas Ching, DDS

    I feel the same way about needing great front office staff! We have been happy with Dr. Nick at Children's Dentistry in El Cerrito and the front office staff are competent and professional and there's low staff turnover.  https://www.kidsteethdoctor.com/

    Mar 25, 2021
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    Nicholas Ching, DDS

    Thank you everyone for your input!  Super helpful!

    Apr 15, 2021

  • Recommendation for pediatrician in Richmond, El Cerrito or North Berkeley?

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    Aug 15, 2017

    We recently moved to Richmond from out of state and need a pediatrician for our 12-month old son. We have HealthNet Blue and Gold insurance in case anyone has a similar policy and could recommend pediatricians in Richmond, El Cerrito or north Berkeley. Thanks very much!

    Aug 15, 2017

    We've been going to Berkeley Pediatrics on Walnut St for 18 years and have Health Net Blue and Gold. My daughter will be sad when she ages out of pediatrics. They have been great. As she got older, it has been important to have a doctor of the same gender, so keep that in mind for later.

    Aug 16, 2017
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    Berkeley Pediatric Medical Group

    We go to Berkeley Pediatrics and have Dr. Katrina Michel as our pediatrician.  I'm not sure if they accept your insurance, but they are a great clinic.  I've seen/spoke to a few of the doctors there (when my doctor wasn't available) and they have all been very courteous and informative.  I've only had positive experiences with them and would highly recommend their clinic. 

    Aug 16, 2017
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    Berkeley Pediatric Medical Group

    I like Berkeley Pediatrics. I went there as a child and now my daughter goes there. Nothing but good experiences

    Aug 16, 2017
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    Berkeley Pediatric Medical Group

    I highly recommend Dr Marcia Charles-Mo.  She was my children's pediatrician for 25+ years, and they liked going to her office.  She's kind, gentle, and is firm when she needs to be.  I wish there were more doctors, for adults, like her.  One of her offices is located at 2999 Regent St, at the Berkeley-Oakland border, across the street from Alta Bates Hospital.

    Aug 17, 2017
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    East Bay Pediatrics

    We have been very happy with Kiwi Pediatrics for our three kids. They have been great about addressing the issues and questions we've had, stayed after hours for us to come in for an urgent issue, had us email pictures of bug bites/cuts/swollen eyes from vacation spots to tell us if it was something to worry about (no/yes/no), and just generally been fantastic, helpful, and engaging. They are a bit of a drive for us after we moved but I can't imagine taking our kids anywhere else. 510-652-1720 (Alcatraz) or 510-524-9400 (San Pablo). We particularly like Dr. Salsburg but everyone there is great.

    Aug 23, 2017
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    Kiwi Pediatrics

  • Pediatrician in North Berkeley, Albany, El Cerrito area

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    Nov 4, 2016

    Hello,

    I'm seeking recommendations for a new pediatrician in the North Berkeley/Albany/El Cerrito Plaza area. My family has been with Bayside Medical Group for 10 years.  I have been very happy with their pediatric services, but I'm looking for something closer to home.

    Thank you for any recommendations.

    Nov 4, 2016

    Our daughters have been patients at Kiwi Pediatrics for 8 years. We have been very happy with the care that they have received. The staff is always friendly and the doctors are very knowledgeable. They take a lot of time to answer questions and engage with our kids.  I have never felt rushed there.  The facilities are not fancy but do not let that deter you!  I highly recommend.

    Nov 4, 2016
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    Kiwi Pediatrics

    Berkeley Pediatrics. All of the doctors are wonderful. We've liked Dr. SO and Dr. Lang in particular. They are bright, friendly, and genuinely care about our child and our family. Weekend help and after hours calls have been readily available to us. I can't recommend Berkeley Peds with more love or confidence. 

    Nov 9, 2016
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    Berkeley Pediatric Medical Group

  • New Pediatrician in the East Bay

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    Aug 1, 2016

    Hello, We just moved to Albany and need to find a pediatrician ASAP for our 4 kids (7, 5, 3, 4 months). The youngest needs shots in a week for her 4 month appointment and I don't want to mess with her shot schedule. Any recommendations for a good family pediatrician in Albany/ Berkeley/ El Cerrito? Thanks in advance!

    Aug 1, 2016

    We love Karin Shiffman. She has a solo practice, located near Alta Bates. 

    Aug 3, 2016
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    Karin Schiffman, MD

    We love love love our pediatrician -- Dr. Karin Schiffman. She's in private practice in South Berkeley and I believe she's accepting new patients.

    Aug 3, 2016
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    Karin Schiffman, MD

    We have been seeing Dr. Petra Landman since 2004. My kids, now 15 and 17, still go to her and Dr. Landman has been perfect at adjusting and meeting them "where they are" developmentally since they started at 3 and 5. Both kids, boy and a girl, are comfortable. She gives us all the information we need and in a clear fashion. Her office, with Sutter East Bay is on Milvia, just south of Dwight. She asks about diet and health habits, school, developmentally appropriate questions about friends, school, and now - drugs and sexuality. We have a good experiece throughout their childhood. 

    Aug 3, 2016
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    Sutter Health Pediatrics on Milvia

    We love Berkeley pediatrics

    Aug 3, 2016
    Recommended:
    Berkeley Pediatric Medical Group