VERO BEACH — When parents choose a pediatric provider, they’re doing more than selecting a doctor’s office. They’re choosing a trusted partner to help guide their child’s health and development from infancy through adolescence.
At Whole Family Pediatrics, that relationship is at the center of everything they do.
Serving families throughout Indian River and St. Lucie counties, the organization’s pediatric team focuses on providing comprehensive care while building lasting relationships with children and their families.
For Tiffany Poisson, Director of Clinical Services & Quality and a pediatric provider at Whole Family Pediatrics, the philosophy is simple.
“I want parents to know they can trust Whole Family Pediatrics to care for their children the same way we would care for our own family and feel confident in the services we provide,” Poisson said.
That approach extends beyond treating childhood illnesses, focusing on a child’s growth, development and overall well-being.
Dr. Lori Bowers said families who choose Whole Family Pediatrics are choosing more than a healthcare provider.
“When families choose us, they’re choosing a medical home where children are cared for in a collaborative environment and treated like family,” Bowers said.
A major focus of pediatric care is prevention. Providers say busy schedules and competing priorities can sometimes make it difficult for families to keep up with routine checkups and follow-up care. Through appointment reminders, flexible scheduling and a commitment to accessibility, the team works to make preventive care easier for parents.
Well-child visits, developmental screenings and routine assessments help identify concerns early while providing parents with guidance and support through every stage of their child’s development.
Whole Family Pediatrics also recognizes that caring for a child often means supporting parents and caregivers as well. In addition to pediatric services, the organization offers behavioral health services, nutritional counseling, transportation assistance, pharmacy services and support from a social services team.
Parents who may have felt rushed or overlooked in previous healthcare experiences often express appreciation for the time, attention and personalized care they receive at Whole Family Pediatrics.
The practice’s “Whole Family” approach allows providers to connect parents and caregivers with additional resources when needs arise, recognizing that healthy, supported adults are better equipped to raise healthy, thriving children. For families facing financial challenges, the organization also offers a sliding fee scale and assistance programs to help ensure children receive the care they need.
“We want every parent and child to feel heard, understood and valued,” Poisson said. “My hope is that every child leaves knowing they are cared for and every parent leaves feeling supported and confident in the guidance they’ve received.”
It’s a simple mission: helping children feel cared for and giving parents confidence that someone is walking alongside them every step of the way.
With locations at 840 37th Place in Vero Beach and 725 N. U.S. 1 in Fort Pierce, Whole Family Pediatrics is dedicated to providing accessible, compassionate care for Treasure Coast families.
An extension of Whole Family Health Center, Whole Family Pediatrics offers comprehensive healthcare for children from birth through adolescence, with a focus on preventive care, wellness and developmental support.
For more information, visit wholefamilypediatrics.org or call 772-918-9300.