Business Details
42 Years
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Pediatric Care from Birth to 21 | Mission Pediatrics
Mission Pediatrics was founded in 1984 with a commitment to redefining pediatric care through innovative, theme-based medical experiences. Our practice combines decades of clinical expertise with a unique approach to patient engagement, offering services from birth to age 21 across seven themed locations in California. We prioritize safety, courtesy, and efficiency while fostering unity through our four core pillars: clarity of vision, constant communication, caring in action, and purpose-driven care.Our team includes board-certified pediatricians, physician associates, and nurse practitioners who specialize in full-service care, including ADD evaluations, asthma management, immunizations, and integrative care for children with complex needs. With 40 years of experience and over 182 combined years of medical expertise, we emphasize community involvement, patient education, and accessible healthcare for all families.
Services
ADD Evaluations
Asthma Management
Immunizations
Telemedicine
Newborn Care
Sports Physicals
Minor Surgery
Obesity Management
Well Child Visits
Post-Hospital Care
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- 40 years of pediatric care experience since 1984
- 24-hour on-call medical advice available
- Theme-based offices enhance patient comfort and engagement
- 13 experienced providers with 182+ combined years of expertise
- Specialized integrative care clinic for complex medical needs
What people say
Excellent doctors
Caring staff
Clean offices
Thorough evaluations
Engaging environment
Services
Pediatric Care from Birth to 21
Our comprehensive pediatric care spans from newborn visits to young adult care, focusing on preventive medicine and chronic condition management. We provide developmental assessments, growth monitoring, and personalized health guidance for children through age 21. Our experienced providers emphasize patient education and family-centered care in engaging, themed environments.
Immunizations
We offer complete childhood immunization schedules following CDC and AAP guidelines, including routine vaccines from birth through adolescence. Our providers address vaccine hesitancy with evidence-based counseling while maintaining strict safety protocols. We provide seasonal flu vaccines and CoVID-19 vaccinations in a supportive environment that prioritizes community health.
Integrative Care Clinic
This specialized clinic addresses complex medical needs under pediatric intensive care expertise. We serve children with significant health challenges through coordinated care plans, offering multidisciplinary support for chronic conditions and developmental concerns in a dedicated treatment environment.
Telemedicine
Our telehealth services provide convenient access to medical consultations through secure video platforms. This service supports continuity of care for non-urgent concerns, follow-up appointments, and medical advice from board-certified providers available during regular business hours across all service locations.
Sports Physicals
We conduct comprehensive pre-participation physical evaluations for student athletes, including musculoskeletal assessments and medical history reviews. Our providers ensure compliance with school requirements while addressing sports-specific health concerns in a thorough, efficient manner that prioritizes athletic safety.
People
Tim Watson
CEO and Medical Director
Board-certified pediatrician with 40 years of experience, Dr. Watson founded Mission Pediatrics in 1984. He pioneered themed medical environments to enhance patient comfort and serves as a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatrics while maintaining active clinical practice.
Ed Agas
Assistant Medical Director
Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatrics, Dr. Agas provides expert pediatric care with specialization in newborn medicine. He contributes to clinical leadership as Assistant Medical Director while maintaining active patient care responsibilities.
Jesusa Gigi Aquino
Pediatrician
Board-certified pediatrician with expertise in developmental care, Dr. Aquino delivers comprehensive medical services while supporting the practice's educational mission through community outreach and patient education initiatives.
Daved van Stralen
Director of Integrative Care Clinic
Pediatric intensive care specialist overseeing the integrative care clinic, Dr. van Stralen provides specialized treatment for children with complex medical needs while maintaining clinical excellence in high-acuity patient management.
Norma Lerma
Regional Manager
Experienced healthcare administrator with 15+ years in pediatric operations, Ms. Lerma ensures efficient office management across all locations while maintaining the practice's commitment to exceptional patient experiences.
Questions
What ages does Mission Pediatrics care for?
We provide care from newborns through young adults up to age 21, with specialized services for all developmental stages.
Do you accept Medi-Cal?
Yes, we accept Medi-Cal and work with families to ensure all children have access to quality healthcare regardless of insurance status.
What vaccination policies do you follow?
We adhere to CDC and AAP guidelines while providing education to address vaccine hesitancy, believing immunizations are essential for community health.
Are telemedicine appointments available?
Yes, we offer virtual visits for non-urgent concerns and follow-ups through secure video platforms during regular business hours.
How can I access after-hours care?
Our 24-hour on-call advice line provides medical guidance outside regular hours with English and Spanish language options available.
What makes your offices unique?
Our seven locations feature themed environments including national park motifs, complete with special effects and educational videos to enhance patient comfort.
Reviews (3)
Sandy Flores
Dec 26, 2020
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Dr . Lee gives exceptional care to my kids. He always makes sure to answer all of my questions and takes the time to explain what I do not understand. Staff is very friendly and it is easy to schedule appointments.
Corey Park
Oct 12, 2020
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We love Dr. Lee! Everyone here is so kind and knowledgeable. This location is less crowded than the others and they can normally get us in quickly.
Pedro Lopez
Jun 29, 2020
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Called over and over to see about setting up an appointment, but the lazy representative keeps putting me on hold, and hanging up on me.
