New Pediatric Outpatient Center Opens in Rocky River
Cleveland Clinic Children’s Opens New Pediatric Outpatient Center in Rocky River, Ohio
ROCKY RIVER, Ohio — In a significant advancement in pediatric healthcare, Cleveland Clinic Children’s has inaugurated a new pediatric medical outpatient center in Rocky River. This facility represents the first standalone pediatric center in Northeast Ohio for the esteemed health system and underscores its commitment to enhancing access to specialized healthcare services for families throughout the region.
Situated at 19800 Detroit Road, the newly constructed 21,380-square-foot facility is equipped with 26 exam rooms and specialized areas for various services, including echocardiograms, pulmonary assessments, and allergy testing. The inclusion of observation and behavioral health services highlights the center’s dedication to comprehensive pediatric care, ensuring that children receive multidimensional support.
Dr. Rita Pappas, Interim Chief of Cleveland Clinic Children’s, emphasized the significance of this opening, stating, “The new center reflects our ongoing efforts to improve access to specialized pediatric services for families across the region. We are excited to provide high-quality pediatric services in a new location, making it easier for families to receive the care they need.” This sentiment underscores the organization’s long-standing mission to prioritize patient access and outreach.
The Rocky River center consolidates several services that were previously provided at Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital’s Medical Office Building and the Cleveland Clinic Children’s Center for Autism. This consolidation not only enhances the efficiency of care delivery but also presents opportunities for the future expansion of pediatric services based on community needs.
The facility will house a team of 20 healthcare providers, offering an extensive array of pediatric specialties to cater to diverse health issues faced by children in the region. Key specialties include:
– Autism Services
– General Surgery
– Allergy Management
– Endocrinology
– Gastroenterology
– Hematology
– Developmental Pediatrics
– Pulmonology
– Psychology
– Nutrition
– Urology
– NICU Follow-Up
– Primary Care
Dr. Neil Smith, president of Cleveland Clinic’s Western region facilities, expressed pride in the opening of the new center, noting, “This location enables us to better serve the healthcare needs of families in the area and to offer more comprehensive pediatric care in a state-of-the-art facility.” With the establishment of this outpatient center, Cleveland Clinic Children’s aims to improve the quality of life for pediatric patients and their families by providing easier access to specialized healthcare.
For families interested in scheduling appointments, they can visit clevelandclinicchildrens.org or contact the facility at 216-444-KIDS (5437). The opening of this pediatric center is not just a milestone for Cleveland Clinic Children’s but a pivotal development for healthcare accessibility in the Northeast Ohio region.
