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Scripps understands that raising healthy, well-rounded children is the number one priority for parents. From managing picky eaters and screen time limits to bedtime routines, our pediatricians can help guide you, always taking into account your parenting goals and philosophy.

Expert care for children of all ages

Generations of San Diegans have relied on Scripps for excellence in health care. Our board-certified pediatricians accept new patients and provide care at convenient locations throughout San Diego.

From infancy through the teenage years, our pediatricians provide comprehensive primary care to support your child's health, growth and development.

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Daniel Lichtmann, MD, Pediatrics, Scripps Clinic

Pediatric medicine focuses on the physical, emotional and developmental health of infants, children and adolescents. This care includes preventive medicine, developmental screenings, immunizations and the treatment of illness and injuries, such as ear infections and the flu. Annual wellness exams for your child may also include hearing and vision screenings.

Pediatricians provide many services, including:

Newborn and infant care
Wellness visits
Adolescent care
Camp, school and sports physicals
Developmental, hearing and vision screenings
Vaccinations
Routine lab work
Diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illness
Health education
Consultation on school or behavioral issues
International travel preparation

Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley

3811 Valley Centre Dr.
San Diego, CA 92130

Scripps Clinic Rancho Bernardo

15004 Innovation Dr.
San Diego, CA 92128

Scripps Clinic Santee

278 Town Center Parkway Suite 105
Santee, CA 92071

Scripps Coastal Medical Center Carlsbad

2176 Salk Ave.
Carlsbad, CA 92008

Scripps Coastal Medical Center Eastlake

971 Lane Ave.
Chula Vista, CA 91914

Scripps Coastal Medical Center Hillcrest

501 Washington St. Suites 525, 508, 600
San Diego, CA 92103

Scripps Coastal Medical Center Encinitas - Pediatrics

477 North El Camino Real Suite B105
Encinitas, CA 92024

Pediatrics (Children's Health)

Scripps Coastal Medical Center Jefferson

2205 Vista Way
Oceanside, CA 92054

Scripps Medical Center Jefferson

2205 Vista Way
Oceanside, CA 92054

How to choose a pediatrician

Our Doctor Finder can help you choose a pediatrician who is right for your family. Whether you’re looking for a pediatrician who speaks a certain language or has specific expertise in nutrition or sports medicine, our Doctor Finder can help.

The Doctor Finder tool can be used to search for a doctor by name, specialty, hospital affiliation, gender, language and practice location. Many of our physicians have videos online to help you get to know them.

If you’re expecting a new baby and choosing a pediatrician for the first time, we recommend selecting a pediatrician in your third trimester. Many Scripps pediatricians will schedule a prenatal visit so you can get to know each other before the baby arrives. Ask as many questions as you need to be sure you’ve found the right doctor for your family.

Once you have chosen your pediatrician, let your obstetrician know the pediatrician you have chosen. When you are ready for delivery, the hospital may also ask you for this information. Please be aware that you cannot schedule an appointment for your infant until after the baby is born.

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Where can I get same-day care for my child?

When your child is ill or injured, your Scripps Clinic or Scripps Coastal Medical Center pediatrician's office may have a same-day appointment available. If not, Scripps Virtual Care, HealthExpress walk-in clinics and urgent care locations may be an option.

Virtual Care at Scripps allows your child to receive care with a Scripps provider at your convenience from home or another location.

Telemedicine options include video visits and e-visits; we also offer a free symptom checker so you can evaluate your child’s symptoms and determine the best route of care.

Scripps HealthExpress same-day, walk-in clinics provide care for minor illnesses and injuries and administer select vaccinations. HealthExpress clinics are open every day, including weekends and holidays. You can go online to view wait times at nearby HealthExpress clinics, then select the On My Way option to be added to the queue of patients waiting to be seen.

When it’s a more serious illness or injury, but not serious enough for the emergency room, our three urgent care centers see infants and children as well.

Always go the emergency room when life or limb are at risk. The emergency physicians and staff are ready for any critical situation 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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