Palo Verde Pediatrics

I take my 3 kids to Palo Verde Pediatrics. We actually see Dr. James, but for now, I am going to comment on the office staff. I love them there! Front desk, office manager, MAs... I have had nothing but great experiences with everyone on staff there! They are very friendly, and as my 5 YO just said, "they have the best stickers!"

I took my newborn to see Dr. Mike 3 years ago and was not happy with him. I was struggling with post partum, my son was colicky, etc. and he basically blew me off as being a first time mom. When I asked what I could do to help he said, "well he is a baby, babies cry. Why don't we go ahead and make another appointment for you because you are a a first time mom and will want one anyway and we will see how things are going in a couple of weeks" I was VERY offended and switched immediately. Also, I work with children with Autism and wanted an alternative vaccination schedule as well and he basically rolled his eyes at me and I think was just lumping me into the first time overprotective mom category. Obviously I was not thrilled and felt extremely disappointed. I now go to East Valley Children's in Mesa, AZ and although it is bit of a drive (Dobson/60 area) I have been able to do the alternative schedule and all the Dr.'s have been great. We see Dr. Leiferman there and he is incredible!!!!!! good luck

Great Doctor, I am not too fond of his sense of humor.

R.,
My four teenagers go to Dr. Perstein and I am VERY ahppy with him! My kids 3 boys and a girl range in ages from 13-17. He has been great about talking to them about things that are uncomfortable to talk to teens about (esp. moms to their sons). I also do not vaccinate--and he has asked me about it--and I just told him that we don't believe the benefits outweigh the risks. He's somewhat of a joker--so he might make a comment here and there--but nothing malicious. All of my kids like him and the office staff is genuinely kind and helpful ALL OF THE TIME!! I highly recommend them. If you have younger kids I would just tell you to be firm in your approach-and I'm sure he will be ok with that. (As far as vaccinating goes). Great office!
Good luck!
K.

Rebeka...I have taken both my children (1 and 3 years old) since they were born! I love Dr. Perstein. He is amazing! I have nothing but awesome things to say about him and have referred many friends to him. You will be happy to have him as your family doctor! Tell him C. F. sent you ;)

Hello R.,
I'm not sure where you live but my Pediatrician is Dr. Anne Garrett with Scottsdale Childrens Group on Osborn & Miller Rd. She has been a blessing to me & my 8 week old son. She is very supportive of any decision that you have for your child from breast feeding to bottle feeding and even alternative vaccinations. I mentioned breaking up my sons doses of vaccinations(he starts them next week) or even skipping a few and she was supportive however, my insurance company will only cover them in bulk so that is what I am forced to do. So maybe she is someone you and your husband can interview. She is very caring of my needs as well as a single new mom & you don't find a good bedside manner these days in doctors so she comes highly reccomended by me.
I hope this is helpful. Best of luck & God Bless you & your family!

S.

R.,
My children have been seeing "Dr. Mike" for six years, since we moved to AZ. They love him. I love him. We travel about 20 miles to see him. We interviewed him before setting up our first appt. with him. Our first visit with him was a well visit shortly after we moved here so that he could see my kids when they were healthy. He spent over 45 minutes with us, joking around, getting to know them, learning their medical history from me. He is a fabulous dr. to all three of our children (ages 11, 9 and 17 mos)and I recommend him 100%. I hope all these responses help!
Jenny

I would run so fast away from this doctor and not look back ! Our child was in the hospital for over 25 days last year and he mis diagognosed and when i asked to see a speacialist he said i was overreactting and not to rush to a specialist - 2 days later he had major surgery ! He may be good to treat colds but for something major or chronic illness i do not believe this is the best place !

His sense of humor is wacky and in the past has said some very inappropriate things to myself and husband that we considered calling the medical board !

Hi R.,
My son is 3 and has been seeing Dr. Mike since he was born. My sister's kids also go to Dr. Mike (1 and 3). We all love him and would recommend him. His sense of humor can be a little dry, and it may take one or two visits to get used to his personality, but he is very nice and really speaks directly to my son. Have never talked about alternative vaccinations, but I think he would be willing to discuss it at least. Good Luck!

Hi!
My daughter goes to Dr. Perstein at Palo Verde pediatrics. My daughter loves him and he's got to be one of the best doctors my daughter has had thus far. We jumped around a few doctors offices from the time my daughter was born til about a 1 1/2 years ago (my daughter is 7 now). I had been very disappointed with all of the doctors offices that we had been to until we made the switch to Palo Verde Pediatrics. I have been extremely happy with Dr. Perlstein since we have been going to him. My daughter can be very shy at first and Dr. Perstein always talks directly to her and goofs around with her to get her to loosen up and feel comfortable with him. He seems to really care about kids and wants them to trust him. As far as the alternative vaccination schedule, I don't know of his preferences, but I do think it's worth a shot to try him out and ask him. It never hurts to ask. I hope this is at least a little helpful. :)

My son has actually been seeing Dr.Perlstein since he was born. We began going on a recommendation from a friend who has 2 older boys who have beens seeing him since they were young. We really like him. He makes you feel very comfortable and always spends as much time as needed with us. As for the vaccination schedule, I do not know for sure his veiws on this as we have been following the schedule. It's worth an appointment with him to see how he feels about it all. Good luck!

I'm not sure about how Dr. Perlstein feels about alternative vaccination schedules, since he does have kids of his own and has always made sure that my kids keep on schedule. I can tell you that the whole practice is fantastic, and that I love "Dr. Mike" and he has been the doc for my kids, as well as for my nephews, who are now in their late teens. The entire group is fantastic, and their employees are very responsive. Everyone I have sent their way has been very happy with them. Good luck!