Pediatric primary care and specialty services

Henry Ford Health has been providing pediatric services to our community for more than 100 years.

When it comes to your child’s health, you want the best care. At Henry Ford Pediatrics, we understand that, and we provide the same expert, compassionate care that we expect for our own children.

Message from the Chair of Pediatrics; Uzma Shah MD, FAAP, FAASLD

Henry Ford Pediatrics is dedicated to the care of children in Michigan. We strongly believe that the provision of care is not limited to ambulatory clinics and hospitals but extends to the child’s family and community. We are committed to our Mission Statement ‘to give every child a chance at life’. And as part of that pledge we are continuing to grow and improve our expansive clinical services in both primary care as well as all the specialties across all age groups for pediatrics ranging from the newborns to adolescent care. Best in care also requires being at the cutting edge of new knowledge and science. Our health care teams work in close collaboration with our adult counterparts to provide that excellence in care, that then continues into adulthood.

Why choose Henry Ford Pediatrics for your child’s care?

We are committed to creating the highest quality of life for all children, and we have worked to build a program that provides you and your child complete pediatric care, close to home. Some features include:

• Convenient locations: Our expert team includes more than 80 board-certified pediatricians, who provide primary and advanced specialty care services in several locations in Wayne, Oakland, Macomb and Jackson counties.
• Easy access: We understand that your family has a busy schedule, which is why we offer several options for your child’s care. This includes same-day services for urgent medical concerns and minor injuries, and virtual care options for non-urgent health concerns and follow-ups.

• Advanced diagnosis: An accurate diagnosis is critical to providing the most effective care for your child. We offer the most advanced imaging available, including interventional diagnostic procedures.
• Comprehensive pediatric primary and specialty care: Our pediatricians are trained to care for the unique medical needs of children of all ages. They provide well-child checkups, immunizations and treatment for common childhood illnesses such as diarrhea, ear infections and fever. If your child requires the advanced training of a specialist, our team features medical and surgical pediatric experts in several areas. These include gastroenterology, neonatology, allergy and immunology, cardiology, dermatology, neurology, psychiatry, autism and developmental disabilities, ENT, Orthopedics and Opthalmology.

• A special focus on gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition. Some of the most complex conditions we treat affect your child’s gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Our pediatric gastroenterology experts help children experiencing common GI symptoms, such as abdominal pain, reflux, diarrhea and constipation. We also provide comprehensive services for children with complex disease and conditions such as jaundice, celiac disease, food allergies, colitis, inflammatory bowel disease, liver disease, pancreatic disorders, inherited metabolic disease, nutritional disorders such as poor or disordered eating, underweight status and obesity. Our state of the art, endoscopic , laboratory, pharmacy and imaging services help us provide excellence in care.
  Neonatal Services; Henry Ford Pediatrics care for regular as well as high risk newborns at state of the art newborn nurseries, a level 3 neonatal intensive care unit and several level 2 special care nurseries. Supported by board certified neonatologists and nurse practitioners, we provide care for routine births to those with complex issues.
• Transition to Adulthood. We have processes to help our patients transition to adult primary care as well as in all our various specialties. These processes ensure that there is continuity of care for our patients within the system and that families can receive this care under one roof.
• Education and support: Communication is a key aspect of our treatment philosophy. At Henry Ford Pediatrics, our experienced, friendly team helps you and your child feel as comfortable as possible. Your pediatrician will engage your child in their care and take the time to explain each diagnosis and treatment plan in terms that both of you can understand. We also provide several educational resources, including our ParentWell blog, so you and your family can learn more about specific conditions, trends and how to raise healthy children and teenagers.

• Community-based programs: Henry Ford Pediatrics provides additional support to children and families through partnerships with local schools and community organizations. These efforts connect children with preventive care, wellness programming, sick visits and chronic disease treatment.
• Innovation: Clinical trials and other research studies help to define the next gold standard of pediatric care, and our team is at the forefront of research. We have a particular emphasis on gastrointestinal research, and our current focus areas include liver disease, obesity, growth and the gut microbiome (helpful bacteria in the digestive tract). We remain on the cutting edge of new knowledge and are actively involved with others across the state, nationally and internationally to improve care. Your child may be able to participate in research and access the latest care methods through our science and learning.