When your child is sick or hurt after hours, you need a trusted clinic that sees them quickly, treats them thoroughly, and sends you home with real peace of mind.
Why customers choose us
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Parents turn to After Hours Pediatrics when their child's regular provider is closed and the situation can't wait until morning. The clinic fills the gap between a closed primary care office and a crowded emergency room, giving families a reliable place to go on nights, weekends, and holidays.
“We found ourselves on Monday Memorial Day night needing to see a doctor in person on PAMF's orders when every PAMF clinic was closed and I certainly did not want to repeat spending 21 hours in Stanford's ER lobby which we have done.”
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Families choose this clinic because they can be seen quickly — often within minutes — without the stress of a lengthy ER queue or the uncertainty of walk-in availability. The streamlined check-in process and short wait times make an already stressful situation feel manageable.
“Called the after hour pediatric urgent clinic to check if they accept walk-in but I was able to get a schedule in an hour, they were able to check my insurance and fill out form on line which is quick and easy.”
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Parents hire After Hours Pediatrics for the reassurance that comes from genuinely attentive, experienced physicians who explain what's happening and follow through with care beyond the visit. That combination of clinical competence and personal warmth turns a stressful moment into a situation parents feel equipped to handle.
“She even shared her cell phone number in case we ran into any issues later, which gave us tremendous peace of mind. A few days later she personally called to check how our son was doing, which we truly appreciated.”
What customers love most
“We found ourselves on Monday Memorial Day night needing to see a doctor in person on PAMF's orders when every PAMF clinic was closed”
“Called the after hour pediatric urgent clinic to check if they accept walk- in but I was able to get a schedule in an hour”
“The receptionist was super nice and the wait time was two minutes.”
“She has been a pediatric ER doctor at Stanford for 26 years and has moonlighted at this clinic for six years so we were seeing a Stanford doctor without the multi-hour Stanford wait”
“she had that AND also communicated effectively in an informative, easy to understand way to me while simultaneously providing flawless medical care”
“My daughter was very resistive/anxious but the staff was very supportive so the doctor was able assess her ear.”
“A few days later she personally called to check how our son was doing, which we truly appreciated.”
“Even though we did not have an appointment and the clinic was already full, the staff were incredibly kind, considerate, and went out of their way to make sure my daughter was seen and taken care of.”
The little things that matter
When a child arrives in pain right before closing time, the team doesn't turn families away. Staff have accommodated walk-in patients even when the clinic was already full and the day was winding down, ensuring no child goes without care simply because of timing.
Care doesn't end when the visit does. Physicians have personally called families days after a procedure to check on their child's recovery — a gesture that transforms a clinical transaction into a genuinely human relationship.
In at least one case, a physician shared her personal cell phone number with a family after a procedure, so they could reach her directly if any concerns came up. That kind of access provides a level of reassurance that goes well beyond standard urgent care.
Staff are skilled at reading and responding to a child's emotional state. When a young patient was visibly anxious and resistant during an examination, the team offered patient, supportive encouragement until the child felt settled enough for the doctor to complete the assessment.
Physicians demonstrate a thoughtful dual approach: speaking to children in a warm, reassuring way while simultaneously keeping parents fully informed with clear, easy-to-understand explanations — so no one in the room feels left out or uncertain.
The clinic handles insurance checks and intake forms online ahead of the appointment, removing a layer of administrative stress so families can focus on their child rather than paperwork when they walk through the door.
The clinic's physical layout reflects genuine consideration for families in difficult moments — no steps, hallways, or elevators to navigate, with parking directly in front of the entrance, making arrival as effortless as possible whether a parent is carrying a sick infant or supporting an injured child.
Medical assistants and reception staff are noted not just for being competent, but for being genuinely personable — putting both children and parents at ease with friendliness and, when the moment allows, a light touch of humour that eases the tension of an urgent care visit.
Tips for your first visit
You can call to check availability or book a slot within the hour — even on holidays when other clinics are closed.
Completing your insurance check and paperwork online before arriving makes the check-in process quick and easy.
There is plenty of free parking directly in front of the entrance, and the clinic is step-free — ideal if you're carrying a sick child or have a stroller.
The clinic accepts Blue Shield HMO with a low co-pay, so check your coverage before assuming you'll pay full price.
The clinic has seen patients right before closing time, so don't hesitate to call even late in the evening when your child needs urgent care.
Doctors here have been known to share contact details and personally call to check on patients after their visit, so ask your provider what post-visit support is available.
More reasons to visit
“they took our Blue Shield HMO with only a $10 co-pay”
“they were able to check my insurance and fill out form on line which is quick and easy”
“There are no steps, hallways or elevators to get to the reception: you just walk right in. It would be extremely easy if you had babies in a stroller or an injured or sick child you were carrying in your arms”
“My daughter was very resistive/anxious but the staff was very supportive so the doctor was able assess her ear”
“We received all the necessary prescriptions, and the care provided gave us great peace of mind”
“the doctor spent around 30 minutes with us thoroughly examining my son and giving us strategic recommendations”
“We have been visiting her office since my daughter was born, and she has always been thoughtful, caring, and compassionate”
“Dr. Stewart went out of her way to make sure he got the stitches in time and handled everything with great care and calm”