Pediatric care for a healthy start.

Exceptional care for children from birth through age 20.

Accepting new patients

Accepting new patients

Care in English, Spanish & more

Care in English, Spanish & more

Introductory Video

Step inside our department with a virtual tour to learn more about our team, our space, and the services we provide.

Quality Pediatric Care in South Boston

Looking for expert pediatric care close to home? At South Boston Community Health Center, our Pediatric Department provides compassionate care for children from birth through age 20. From routine checkups and immunizations to support for chronic conditions like asthma, our experienced team is here to help your child grow up healthy and strong.

We take a holistic approach to caring for your child by evaluating their growth and development, making sure their immunizations are up to date, counseling on healthy lifestyles and assessing how well they’re doing in school and with their peers. Referrals are made to specialists as needed.

Our pediatric services include
  • Newborn care
  • Well-child visits & physicals
  • Immunizations & vaccines
  • Same-day sick visits
  • Asthma & chronic care
  • Developmental screenings
  • Autism (ASD) evaluations
  • School & sports physicals
  • Referrals to specialists

After-hours care

A pediatrician, nurse practitioner, or experienced pediatric nurse is available after hours for telephone advice.

Meet the Pediatrics Team

Watch a short introduction, then book the provider who feels right for your family.
Filter by the language you’re most comfortable speaking.

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    kailyn_saron_2

    Pediatrics NP

    Kailyn Saron

    Infant and Toddler care, Behavioral Health 

    SPEAKS

    English

  • elyse_riegel_2

    Pediatrics NP

    Elyse Riegel

    Lactation, Maternal/Infant Care, Sleep, Toilet Training

    SPEAKS

    English

  • Dr. Maggie McGean of South Boston Community Health Center Pediatrics

    Pediatrics MD

    Maggie McGean

    Social Determinants of Health, Health Equity

    SPEAKS

    English

  • caroline_coughlin

    Pediatrics MD, PhD

    Caroline Coughlin

    SPEAKS

    English

  • DHW_Headshot

    Pediatrics MD

    Danielle Heims-Waldron

    Cardiology, Health Policy/Equity

    SPEAKS

    English

  • cay headshot

    Pediatrics MD

    Mariesa Cay

    Newborn & Neonatal Medicine, Child Development

    SPEAKS

    English

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    Dr. Schuman, Pediatrics, with a pleasant expression

    Pediatrics MD

    Brooke Schuman

    Global health

    SPEAKS

    English, Spanish

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    christina_curtis

    Pediatrics NP

    Christina Curtis

    Adolescent Health, Depression, Anxiety

    SPEAKS

    English

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    Nisha Thakrar

    Pediatrics MD, Chief Medical Officer

    Nisha Thakrar

    SPEAKS

    English, Gujarati

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    amelia_fisher

    Pediatrics MD, MPH, Director of Pediatrics

    Amelia Fisher

    Complex Medical Care, Dermatology, Infectious Diseases

    SPEAKS

    English

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    jocelyn_guggenheim

    Pediatrics CPNP, IBCLC, Chief Operating Officer

    Jocelyn Guggenheim

    Lactation and Newborn Care, Care of Infant and Toddlers

    SPEAKS

    English

  • Thomas Schuch

    Pediatrics MD, MPH, Chief Information Officer

    Thomas Schuch

    SPEAKS

    English, Spanish

Trusted by South Boston families

Take a look at our five-star reviews

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5 out of 5 stars
  • "The doctors are very knowledgeable and take time to listen and take care of your medical needs and follow-up with what's needed to resolve your concerns towards making you feel better. I have had excellent service and follow-up care. From the time I walk in to register at the front desk to the time I check in with the nurse and after meet with the doctor my experience has been very good and as a senior citizen I am happy to have Health Center that gives such excellent health care services."

    — Barbara W.
    via Google Reviews

  • "I appreciate the excellent care from the entire medical team."

    — Sandra J.
    via Google Reviews

  • "I have always been treated well at SBCHC. The hours work fine for me an they meet my needs."

    — Christine M.
    via Google Reviews

  • "Great experience. Didn’t have to wait at all, they saw me right as i walked in and the nurse and doctor were in quickly. Felt heard and cared for, not rushed. I was in for an annual and to establish as a patient after moving to the area and couldn’t be a bigger advocate for this hospital. I saw Dr. Virtue who I’d definitely recommend."

    — Peyton F.
    via Google Reviews

  • "This is one of the best Urgent Care facilities we've ever been to. Our 2-year-old son got sick before an international flight. The experience was top notch, from the nurse practitioner to Kathy at the front desk (our hero). Everyone was patient with our son, filled meds quickly, answered questions, and set up MyChart so we can get updates while out of the country. Highly recommend."

    — Emma F.
    via Google Reviews

  • "We came in with a real sense of urgency as we had a 2yr old who got sick and we needed to get to the airport. Kathy at the front desk was AMAZING. Pharmacy on site and a CVS right next door made it an easy one stop shop. They handled everything with my health insurance extremely quickly and efficiently. This was even more challenging because we were out of state too. Could not have asked for a better experience"

    — Bryan F.
    via Google Reviews

  • "Love it been going there for about 8 years. Always clean and staff is polite, professional and very helpful. They take very good care of me."

    — Linda M.
    via Google Reviews

  • "The doctors here are kind, great listeners and responsive. I'm so glad we switched to this practice 4 years ago"

    — Erin K.
    via Google Reviews

  • "I got urgent care here for strep throat. The whole experience was very efficient and professional. Thanks SBCHC!"

    — Kevin S.
    via Google Reviews

  • "The South Boston health center has awesome staff"

    — Pattiann D.
    via Google Reviews

  • "EXCELLENT patient care!"

    — Heissy P.
    via Google Reviews

  • "I have been coming to the SNHC since 1983 when I was born I get the best treatment and everyone is so caring"

    — Julie W.
    via Google Reviews

  • "I highly recommend Seaport Urgent Care. We were from out of town and needed a medical center within a very short window. The pharmacy recommended them. Kathy at the front desk was fantastic—efficient, kind, and caring, helping get my husband into their tight schedule. The PA and her assistant were also very helpful, kind, and thorough, ensuring my husband’s needs were treated for a full recovery."

    — Jenine M.
    via Google Reviews

  • "Incredible service! I was traveling on business and suffering from severe seasonal allergies. I was in and out in less than an hour. Very polite and thoughtful staff, fast process, and effective prescriptions. They quickly ruled out flu and Covid so we could treat the allergy symptoms. 24 hours later I’m feeling almost 100%. I highly recommend this facility and the wonderful nurse practitioner."

    — Ron W.
    via Google Reviews

  • "Kathy at the front desk went above and beyond to help me figure out insurance mistakes and took my phone call probably 8 times within 2 hours. Nicest and most patient person I have ever encountered! she made my entire day SO much easier. thank you Kathy :)"

    — Martha H.
    via Google Reviews

Pediatrics FAQs

How many providers are there? How do I pick one?

In the pediatric department, we have a great group of primary care providers made up of physicians and pediatric nurse practitioners. Links to their bios can be found here 

We also have a per diem pediatric nurse practitioner who runs the moms support group and does lactation consultation visits.

You can choose a physician or a pediatric nurse practitioner (PNP) to be your child’s primary care provider.

If you aren’t sure who you want to pick, that’s okay! You can meet a provider at that first visit, but are welcome to schedule subsequent visits with any other providers of your choice.

Our goal is to provide evidence-based care and consistent medical advice no matter the provider you see. To do this, our group of pediatric providers are constantly consulting with each other and reviewing the latest guidelines.

Find us & refill prescriptions

Location & Hours

409 West Broadway
South Boston, MA 02127
Phone: 617-269-7500
Fax: 617-464-7665

RX Refills

On-site Pharmacy: 617-638-8810
Other pharmacy: 617-464-7641
Refill anytime through MyChart.

After Hours

A pediatrician, nurse practitioner, or
experienced pediatric nurse is available
after hours for telephone advice.

Mon–Thu 8:30a–7p · Fri 8:30a–5:30p · Sat 9a–1p