Partners in Pediatrics is all about kids. It's what we do best. Let your kids explore this section of our website. It's fun and maybe they'll learn something too.

We have been privileged to care for you since you were an infant. Immunizations and toilet training transitioned to school readiness and more injuries and illnesses. Now, suddenly, you are as tall as the support staff who is measuring you and you come to the clinic with friends in tow, instead of your mother. The reasons you come to see us are quite a bit different than they were when you were in grade school!

As pediatricians, we are uniquely qualified and trained to care for you through your high school and college years. In fact, the American Academy of Pediatrics has established age 23 as the end of the adolescent years. All our provider staff has received formal training in the medical issues of you, the adolescent patient. We recognize that you are not a big kid, nor are you a little adult. Your issues are truly unique to you, and we look forward to continuing to help you until adulthood.

Partners in Pediatrics offers you help with acne, behavioral issues, tobacco cessation and sports medicine. Young women can obtain comprehensive care for menstrual concerns. Every summer we are pleased to perform many exams for our patients who are preparing for college. Our patients with asthma, ADHD and other chronic conditions are encouraged to discuss with their provider when it is appropriate for them to seek care from an adult medicine provider.

Partners in Pediatrics' staff and providers recognize that teens have concerns about many things. We are committed to providing you with the privacy and confidentiality you may need at this time in your life. We comply with the formal HIPAA regulations. (HIPAA stands for Health Information Portability and Accountability Act).

In addition, we follow the State of Minnesota rules about issues that may be discussed during a teen's visit with a health care provider. Teenagers can feel free to discuss any and all issues that they are concerned about with PIP's providers and staff. Click on the link for an explanation of our procedures from the teen's viewpoint, and from the parent's viewpoint.