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ABOUT SYLACAUGA PEDIATRICS + SUMMIT PEDIATRICS

Pediatric Care Built Around Children and Families

Sylacauga Pediatrics and Summit Pediatrics care for infants, children and teens through three Alabama offices in Sylacauga, Chelsea and Birmingham’s Valleydale area.

Our approach is built around long-term pediatric relationships, thoughtful preventive care, clear communication and helping families understand what comes next as a child’s needs change.

OUR PRACTICE

Three Offices. One Pediatric Team.

Sylacauga Pediatrics and Summit Pediatrics serve families through offices in Sylacauga, Chelsea and Birmingham’s Valleydale area. Each office has its own local identity, phone number, directions and provider information, while the larger practice is built around the same goal: giving families a pediatric team they can return to as their child grows.

OUR APPROACH

Pediatric Care Is More Than the Appointment

A good pediatric visit should help families understand their child’s health, development and next steps. Our approach combines age-appropriate preventive care, thoughtful evaluation, clear communication and continuity over time.

Listen First

Care for the Whole Child

Explain the Next Step

Follow Growth Over Time

Listen First

Care for the Whole Child

Explain the Next Step

Follow Growth Over Time

OUR STORY

Close to Home. Here as They Grow.

Pediatrics is different because the relationship can span years. A newborn’s needs are different from a school-age child’s, and the teenage years bring new questions about independence, emotional health and preparing for adulthood.

Our practice is organized to support families across those stages. Children’s health is connected to home, school, sports, development, behavior and everyday life, so those details belong in the conversation too.

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WHAT FAMILIES CAN EXPECT

Clear Care. Clear Next Steps.

Families should leave a visit with a clearer understanding of what the provider sees, what to watch for at home and what the next step is. That may mean routine follow-up, a change in the care plan, additional evaluation or referral when appropriate.

Looking for a Pediatrician?

New families can start with office information, patient forms, insurance and billing guidance, and details about preparing for a first visit.

OUR STANDARDS

The Details That Shape a Better Care Experience

The way care is delivered matters too. These are the standards we want families to recognize throughout the practice.

Leslie P. Patient

“Love this clinic! They always take great care of my babies. Ruthie and Kenzy are sweet, helpful and friendly.”

Spring F. Parent

"Dr. Rekha and the staff are caring, passionate about what they do, and excellent with children."

Melissa G. Parent

"Staff is friendly, warm and welcoming, and doctor listens well and is not pushy."

Victoria P. Parent

" Love the small-office feel, helpful staff, availability, thorough care, clear explanations, and personal follow-through on my daughter’s testing."

OUR PROVIDERS

Meet the Pediatric Care Team

Get to know the physicians and advanced practice providers caring for children across our Sylacauga, Chelsea and Valleydale Road offices.

David Hardy, MD

Pediatrician

Darlene Mathis, DNP, CRNP

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

FIND YOUR OFFICE

Pediatric Care Close to Home

Choose the Sylacauga, Chelsea or Valleydale Road office most convenient for your family. Each location has its own phone number, address, directions and office-specific information.