Pediatrics

Our Pediatric Clinic Serves Young Patients with Dedication

The team of board certified pediatricians and other medical staff at Ashley County Medical Center are dedicated to the wellness and healthy growth of your infants, children, and adolescents. We have dedicated years of learning and experience specifically to the treatment of children. As a result, we are able to provide a high level of care to our young patients and their families. Whether your child needs to come in for a sports physical or is struggling with a difficult illness, our staff will capably handle your needs. Our doctors specialize in pediatrics; in fact, one of them is a board-certified pediatrician.

We are able to provide the following services, and more:

• Newborn care
• Preventive care
• Immunizations
• Adolescent care
• Nutritional care

Our goal is not only to treat your child’s illnesses, but to prevent them. We partner with you in providing the highest level of care to your child. We work to put both children and families at ease when they visit our facility by providing a warm, welcoming atmosphere that is designed with health and recovery in mind. Parents benefit from guidance and tips in fostering a healthier environment for their children and education on how to encourage a healthy lifestyle.

For parents with infants, you never know when your baby will become ill, and with really young children, it’s imperative they get well as soon as possible! That’s why Ashley Pediatric Clinic is open 7 days a week! Dr. Kenneth Richards and Dr. Henry Luis Gomez specialize in infant and adolescent care and are here for whenever your little one is need.

Benefits of Pediatric Care at Ashley County Medical Center

Our staff work to develop lasting relationships with your family. Your children may even look forward to our appointments together! We remain up to date on all the latest information and technology, so that you benefit from high-quality care right in your own community. Because we are able to offer a wide variety of resources, our patients young and old benefit from less travel time and more time with family.

Dr. Kenneth Richards & Dr. Henry Gomez are available Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm. Appointments may also be scheduled on Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 12 noon. (Weekend clinic is for same sick day visits)

To speak to a provider after hours, call (870) 364-2474.