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COVID-19 Updates: Visitor Guidelines, Vaccines & More

Safety Measures at Riley Children’s Health

We are taking thoughtful steps to ensure our spaces remain safe for patients, parents and caregivers. View safety measures, mask policy and visiting guidelines.


COVID-19 Vaccines

The COVID-19 vaccine is available to anyone 5 and older. People younger than 18 must receive the Pfizer vaccine. To schedule an appointment, call 211 or visit ourshot.in.gov. Several COVID-19 vaccine locations also offer walk-in appointments. View full details.

Actualizaciones de COVID-19: Políticas para visitantes, vacunas y más

Medidas de seguridad en Riley Children's Health

Estamos adoptando medidas reflexivas para garantizar que nuestros espacios sigan siendo seguros para los pacientes, los padres y los cuidadores. Vea las medidas de seguridad, la política de uso de mascarillas y las directrices de visitas.

Vacunas contra la COVID-19

La vacuna contra la COVID-19 está disponible para cualquier persona mayor de 5 años. Las personas menores de 18 años deben recibir la vacuna de Pfizer. Para programar una cita, llame al 211 o visite la página ourshot.in.gov. Varios centros de vacunación contra la COVID-19 atienden sin cita previa. Vea todos los detalles.

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Riley Children's Health is here for moms-to-be with the right care and the right support at the right time.

Why Choose Us for Primary Care

Why Choose Us for Primary Care

Riley Children’s Health provides high-quality, comprehensive primary care for children of all ages, from newborns to young adults. Our strong network of board-certified pediatricians and family medicine providers see children at our convenient locations across the state. Many of our offices offer same-day appointments for safe in-person care, flexible hours for busy families including Saturday and evening hours, virtual visits and a 24-hour nurse line for questions.

Riley Children's Health makes it possible for families throughout Indiana to get the highest level of care. Whether your child needs primary care for routine health and wellness or specialty care for acute or complex conditions, you can depend on us for best-in-class care close to home.

Schedule a 'Get-to-Know-You' Visit

Choosing a doctor to care for your child is one of the biggest decisions you'll make. We offer 'Get-to-Know-You' visits with our highly skilled pediatricians and primary care providers for parents and expecting parents looking for a provider for their children. These free 20-minute visits allow you to meet with a physician to determine if they are a good match for you and your family.

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Choosing Which Primary Care Specialty

Choosing Which Primary Care Specialty

One of the most important decisions you will make during pregnancy is to choose a health care provider to care for your baby. While every provider is dedicated to helping parents raise healthy children, many providers have different approaches and styles.

Pediatricians

A pediatrician specializes in treating newborns to young adults with extensive training in newborn care and promoting healthy growth and development. Pediatricians provide care for children in both outpatient and inpatient settings.

Family Medicine Physician

Family medicine physicians specialize in treating patients throughout their entire lifespan, from newborn to elderly, with a similar focus on preventative care and additional training in mental health.

Internal Medicine-Pediatrics Physician

An internal medicine-pediatrics physician (commonly known as Med-Peds) specializes in treating patients from newborn to elderly with additional training in complex medical conditions.

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Top Things to Consider When Choosing a Primary Care Provider for Your Newborn

Top Things to Consider When Choosing a Primary Care Provider for Your Newborn

When choosing a pediatrician or family medicine provider for your newborn, below are a few questions to make sure to ask:

  • Are you accepting new patients?
  • Do you accept my insurance?
  • Is the office easy to get to and what are the hours?
  • Are there evening or weekend hours?
  • Do you offer Same-Day appointments?
  • What if my baby gets sick when the office is closed?
  • How are questions between appointments handled?

Riley Physicians Provide a Range of Services

Riley Physicians Provide a Range of Services

Our highly skilled primary care doctors take care of all of your child’s health needs through a wide range of services, including:

  • Well-child visits: These regular appointments keep an eye on your child’s growth and development. Since children grow so quickly, it is important that you schedule these visits, so your child’s doctor can catch and treat any health problems early.
  • Sick and acute care visits: If your child is sick, we provide quick care to help him or her feel better. We diagnose conditions and give your child the medicines or other treatments that he or she needs.
  • Immunizations: Your child will need many different immunizations as he or she grows in order to stay well. Our nurses will help you stay on track with your child’s vaccination schedule.

Learn more about our pediatric primary care services.

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Breastfeeding Support

Our breastfeeding experts will help you with advice and support. They can also help you choose supplies and accessories so you can make breastfeeding work for you and your baby. Learn more about the breastfeeding support services we offer.

You can receive your breast pump through IU Health Expressions Home Medical Equipment. With a variety of pumps to choose from, we will find the best for you. Call Expressions at 844.231.1627 or learn more about breast pumps.

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