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Comprehensive Pediatric Care for Children in Coastal North Carolina
Seashore Pediatrics has been dedicated to providing exceptional medical care for children from birth through adolescence since our founding. Our team of board-certified pediatricians and nurse practitioners works collaboratively to deliver compassionate, comprehensive services tailored to meet the unique needs of every child. With locations in Loris, Shallotte, and Southport, we serve as a trusted medical home for families across coastal North Carolina. Our practice emphasizes preventative care through well-child checks, sports physicals, and immunizations while maintaining rigorous safety standards aligned with CDC and AAP guidelines. We offer acute and chronic disease management, patient education on nutrition and safety, and 24/7 after-hours call service directly connecting families with our providers.Our extended acute care hours on evenings and weekends ensure timely access to pediatric expertise during urgent situations. Backed by decades of combined experience, our team includes specialists in lactation services, ADHD management, and behavioral health, reflecting our commitment to holistic pediatric care. We prioritize transparent communication, maintaining clear referral coordination processes for specialist care and offering flexible appointment scheduling across all locations. Our facilities are equipped to handle routine screenings, medical clearances for procedures, and comprehensive health counseling for parents and children alike.
Services
Well-child checkups
Immunizations
Acute illness care
Chronic disease management
Sports physicals
Lactation services
ADHD management
Medical clearances
Referral coordination
Parent counseling
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 after-hours call service directly connecting families with providers
- Our team includes specialists in lactation services and behavioral health
- We provide extended acute care hours on evenings and weekends
- Our physicians maintain board certification through AAP-recognized programs
- We coordinate referrals to pediatric specialists across North and South Carolina
Services
Well-child checkups
Comprehensive health assessments tracking growth and development from infancy through adolescence. Our providers conduct physical exams, developmental screenings, and immunizations according to CDC-recommended schedules. Parents receive personalized guidance on nutrition, safety, and age-appropriate health concerns.
Immunizations
Complete vaccine schedule administration following AAP and CDC guidelines. We provide all recommended childhood immunizations including annual flu shots. Our practice maintains strict vaccine safety protocols while educating families about disease prevention benefits through evidence-based counseling.
Acute illness care
Prompt evaluation and treatment for sudden illnesses or injuries. Our extended hours locations offer weekend and evening access for urgent pediatric care needs. Providers diagnose infections, manage symptoms, and determine appropriate follow-up care for common childhood ailments.
Chronic disease management
Specialized treatment plans for children with persistent health conditions. Our team monitors asthma, diabetes, and other chronic illnesses through regular checkups, medication management, and family education programs. We coordinate care with specialists when complex cases require multidisciplinary approaches.
Lactation services
Expert guidance for nursing mothers addressing breastfeeding challenges. Certified providers offer personalized consultations on proper latch techniques, milk supply issues, and infant nutrition. We provide ongoing support through follow-up visits and community resource referrals for extended care.
People
Donald N. Ludlow, Jr., MD, FAAP
Founder
Founder of Seashore Pediatrics with board certification from the American Board of Pediatrics. Completed medical training at Hahnemann University and residency at Duke University Medical Center. Specializes in pediatric primary care with over 25 years of clinical experience.
Tatiana Filajdic, DNP
Nurse Practitioner
Doctor of Nursing Practice specializing in pediatric primary care. Board-certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners with clinical expertise in child health development and family-centered care. Graduated from the University of Missouri-St. Louis with dual nursing degrees.
Jennifer Roberts, FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
Family Nurse Practitioner with specialized interest in ADHD management and childhood development. Holds nursing degrees from Capella University and Carson Newman University. Provides patient-centered care emphasizing family security and child wellness education.
Erica Nethercutt, FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
Board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with neonatal and pediatric care experience. Completed Doctor of Nursing Practice at UNCW with focus on lactation services and behavioral health. Serves Shallotte and surrounding areas with comprehensive pediatric healthcare solutions.
Madisyn Creekmore, MPAS, PA-C
Physician Assistant
Board-certified Physician Assistant through NCCPA with pediatric specialty training. Graduated from High Point University's Physician Assistant program. Focuses on family-centered care supporting child development through every growth stage in a welcoming clinical environment.
Questions
What ages do you treat?
We provide care from birth through adolescence, with specialized services for infants, children, and teenagers.
Do you offer after-hours care?
Yes, we have extended acute care hours until 8pm weekdays and 9am-5pm weekends at our Shallotte location.
Are vaccines required for patients?
We follow CDC and AAP guidelines recommending all standard immunizations for optimal disease prevention and community health.
How do referrals work?
Our referral coordinator processes specialist referrals across NC and SC based on your child's insurance coverage and medical needs.
What forms should I complete before my visit?
New patient forms are available online to print and complete prior to your first appointment.
Do you accept my insurance?
Contact our office directly to verify participation with your specific insurance plan and coverage details.
Reviews (7)
Kristina Parker
Oct 17, 2021
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This place is horrible !!!! Will cancel your appointment for being stuck in traffic and only 6 minutes late but expect you to wait 45 minutes past your appointment time to even get called back !!!! Nurses are rude and have no compassion!! The doctors are always having to google what is wrong with your child!! Dont choose this place for care with your kids. Best decision we made was to switch
Noel Hafer
Sep 18, 2021
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We were on vacation at ocean isle and our foster daughter started running a fever and wouldnt eat. We needed a place to take her to be seen but every urgent care place we called wouldnt see kids under 4.. but then we called seashore pediatrics and they came to our rescue. They got us right in. They were so kind and fast . They had us in and out in under an hour and she was on her way to feeling better. They were a great blessing! If youre looking for a place to take you kids when on vacation this is a great option. If we lived in this area this would be my pick for a pediatrician for
Melody Myers Lozano
Sep 13, 2021
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Absolutely the worst docto office I have ever been to. The waits are always atleast an hour or more. Impossible to get someone to call you back with test results. My son has lost over a week of school due to the way this place is so poorly run and managed. The last time my son had a lead test this incompetent place actually LOST the results and I… had to take him back again. It took 2 months to get a lead test result because the first time they didn't want to admit they lost them and finally they did a month later and took another month to get scheduled, tested and results back. Absolutely
Michelle Adams
Jul 18, 2021
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I love the doctors and nurses. The front desk staff are rude and unhelpful. They tried to tell me I never showed and I did because my husband was with me and that they called and left a voicemail and they never did that either. So apparently they didnt have a scheduled appointment for him for his 2 month visit. We went for his one month but they claimed we didnt.
Eva Bodnar
Nov 05, 2020
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My daughter is very sensitive when it comes to the doctor. She also has to see an endocrinologist so doctor visits make her extremely nervous and she cries the entire visit. We have had to switch doctors and offices soooo many times because we couldnt find the right fit and certain doctors would just say oh shes fussy so I wont mess with her. But Doctor Glasgow was so patient and still did his best to examine her. He is absolutely our favorite pediatrician in the area.
Matt Hardee
Jul 04, 2020
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We moved to the area in the Fall of 2016. At first visited another practice a couple of times & weren't very impressed, then found Seashore & loved it! The wait time was minimal, front desk staff friendly, & we liked the different doctors & nurses we saw...we even take them store bought pies every Christmas to show our appreciation for all that they do. But something happened in the year 2018...Staff in the office began turning over/leaving left & right...some of the way they ran things began to change, wait time has increased to the SHORTEST wait we have now is 20-30 mins (but most of the time
Caitlin Corby
Jan 19, 2020
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I used to love this pediatrician but recently the doctors keep changing. The last couple times I came I waited an hour or two just to be seen. They preformed unnecessary test that were painful and did nothing but jack the price of the visit up. My sick baby cried for hours waiting for help. I would have been better off going to the emergency room or urgent care. When I asked how long it would take the nurse got an attitude they only have two doctors working. Thats ridiculous for an office this big .
