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Pediatrics

Our Pediatrics Philosophy

At Lifetime Health Pediatrics we strive to provide quality, comprehensive health care for your children from birth through the college years. We offer:

Preventive Care - Monitor growth, development and behavior, screen for early signs of disease and administer immunizations to prevent serious illnesses.
Sick Care - Diagnose and treat illness.
Emotional Health -Identify and help parents treat behavioral and emotional problems in their children or family.

We recognize and value the uniqueness of each of our families. Our goal is to provide care that meets your individual needs. We encourage parents to be advocates for their children and are happy to address any concerns you may have.

Lifetime Health Pediatrics Practice

Lifetime Health Medical Group has pediatricians available at three of our full-service health centers conveniently located throughout Western New York. Family medicine practitioners also see pediatric patients four locations, including the Hamburg Health Center. We offer flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, because we understand that a family's time is precious.

Our offices are designed to meet the needs of patients by providing primary care and specialty services under the same roof. Some of the features that make our group unique are:

Nurse Support by Phone 24/7 - Our nurses are available 24 hours a day for phone advice. They can answer questions about routine care and illnesses whenever you call, day or night. There is also a pediatrician on-call.
On site Pharmacies - Each office has a full-service pharmacy in the building for your convenience. Almost all of your prescription and over-the-counter medications can be obtained quickly and efficiently without driving to an outside pharmacy. The pharmacists will provide you detailed information about medications and address any special concerns.
On site X-ray Services - We also have x-ray services in the building with radiologists on site. This allows our patients to have routine radiology procedures done without going to an outside facility.
On site Lab Services - Laboratory services also are available on site for the convenience of our patients and their families. Our lab technicians draw blood, run tests and communicate with providers and patients about results.
Urgent Care by Lifetime Health - We understand that not all medical problems arise at convenient times. Our group offers same day urgent care by appointment or walk-in on afternoons, evenings and weekends at multiple locations. If your child has an injury or illness outside of normal office hours, Urgent Care gives you an option for quality medical care that may help you avoid long waits in an emergency room. Call 656-4040 for a same day appointment or to hear hours for each location.
Hospitalization - We see newborns at several area hospitals. If your child needs to be hospitalized for illness, we admit to Women & Children's Hospital of Buffalo. We work closely with the on-site hospital physicians to ensure effective communication with all the providers caring for your child.

Courtesy visits are available for patients and families looking for a new provider. We welcome new patients and families and look forward to establishing a long-term relationship based on the health and wellness of your child.

Recommended Childhood Immunization Schedules:

Information courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices.

Minor Consent Form:

Please fill out and sign prior to your visit if your child (under 18 years old) will be coming to his or her visit with an adult who is not parent or guardian or without an adult. Click here to download the form.

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Pediatric Patients Can Be Seen at the Following Locations:

Amherst Health Center
Matthew Bartels, MD, FAAP , accepting new patients
Jesenia Cruz, MD, accepting new patients (family medicine)
Michael Jordan, MD (family medicine)
Sukhwinder Kodial, MD, accepting new patients (family medicine)
Esfandiar Mafi, MD, accepting new patients (family medicine)
Ann Wands, DO, accepting new patients (family medicine)
Michele Arcara, NP

Hamburg Health Center
Douglas Golding, MD (family medicine)
Mary Katherine Kolbert, MD (family medicine)
Elizabeth Vasquez, FNP (family medicine)

West Seneca Health Center
Pramila Penta, MD (family medicine)
Mark Perry, MD, FAAP
Robyn Steinacher, DO, FAAP , accepting new patients
Erin Diebold, PA

William E. Mosher Health Center
Maritza Baez, MD , accepting new patients (family medicine)
Stephanie Fretz, MD, accepting new patients
Michele Arcara, NP