At Desert Shores Pediatrics, an in-office triage line is available to answer questions and give advice during routine business hours.

Desert Shores Pediatrics understands the importance of same day sick visits in the pediatric setting.  We reserve allotted times throughout our schedules to accommodate evaluations for these unexpected illnesses.

As part of your routine health care, it is important for us to be able to have honest and upfront conversations with your tween/teen about subjects that can be difficult to discuss, like drugs, smoking, alcohol, depression, suicide risk, and sex.

Desert Shores Pediatrics is proud to manage a variety of chronic medical conditions.  We understand that these conditions often require special attention and involvement of dedicated teams of health care providers. 

Frequently Asked Questions Regarding HPV Vaccine (Gardasil 9)

Breastfeeding support - right where you already receive care! Our pediatric practice offers lactation services with a Certified Lactation Counselor at each office, all of whom are also pediatric providers.

ADD/ADHD: All forms must be filled out for the appropriate provider type and dropped off to our office in order to schedule an appointment for evaluation. Please call our office for additional information.

At Desert Shores we skillfully and passionately provide the following minor surgical procedures for your children.

Don’t forget your annual sports physical! Below is a link to a generic sports physical form that most Arizona schools use and accept.

Weight is one sign of health and we use this, along with other factors, to best determine if further evaluation is needed.  Weight gain is a normal part of growth and development in children and teens. 

Below you will find information and downloadable PDF files as a reference point for wellness checkups for your children at various ages. Please be sure to contact us if you have any comments or questions.