How To Choose The Right Pediatrician

Leading the Way for Quality Childcare Health in Tuscon, AZ

Mesquite Pediatrics in Tucson, AZ, is home to Dr. Jeff Couchman, Dr. Susan McMahon, and Dr. Nicole Abdy. Our doctors lead the way in experience, skills, and compassion for children.

They are licensed board-certified pediatric doctors who embrace continued education of the newest health trends for children and ongoing education of their fantastic staff of professionals. Your choice of a pediatric doctor must be able to connect with you and your child. We want to give you tips on how to choose the right pediatrician.

How to Choose the Right Pediatrician

You need to trust your pediatrician in their decision-making skills related to your child's health, and your child must like their doctor; otherwise, this relationship is not a good match, nor will it work successfully. 

In these rare cases, seeking child healthcare at another office is best. The foundation of excellent child healthcare starts with the parent-child-doctor relationship.

Our goal at Mesquite Pediatrics in Tucson, AZ, is for your child to always look forward to their doctor's visit. We never want a child to be fearful of us. We strive to be your child's trusted friend and one they mesh well with and can confide in anytime. 

We need full parent-child cooperation to ensure your child lives the best and healthiest life possible. Consider the following to choose the right pediatrician.

•  The office environment is non-threatening, kid-friendly, cozy, and comfortable.
• Check out the doctor's credentials and longevity in practice.
• Does this doctor offer same-day sick visits?
• Are the office hours of this doctor going to work for your schedule?
• Is your child assigned to the same doctor in a group practice?
• Is the doctor easy to talk with, a good listener, caring/compassionate/trusting?
• Is this doctor close to your home?

You can eliminate the child's fears by explaining to the best of your ability what they can expect when visiting the doctor. Some things we may do based on the reason for the visit include,

• Comprehensive physical exam
• Lab work
• X-rays
• Height
• Weight
• Reviewing immunizations
• Behavioral/Growth screenings
• Assessment of chronic conditions

Mesquite Pediatrics Awaits Your Call

If you seek an experienced and exceptional pediatrician for your child, please call Mesquite Pediatrics in Tucson, AZ, and request a consultation appointment with Dr. Couchman, Dr. McMahon, or Dr. Abdy at (520) 648-5437. We want to meet you and your child and will ensure you choose the right pediatrician to meet your child's healthcare needs.