Riley Children’s Health has recently expanded their pediatric primary care to the Fishers area and we are excited to share that they are accepting new patients! We recently connected with Dr. Kristen Anderson, a board-certified pediatrician who joined Riley Children’s in early April. We learned more from Dr. Anderson on the benefits of this expansion to the growing Fishers community.
We’re excited to hear that a new Riley Children’s Health pediatric primary care office opened on April 1st in Fishers! Can you tell us more about how having a Riley Children’s primary care office in Fishers will benefit the local community?
What can parents expect at this pediatric primary care office? What services are offered? How many pediatricians will be located at this office?
What are ways that pediatricians and parents can best work together to manage a child’s health and wellness as they grow?
What are some of the tips or important items parents should think through when looking for a primary care provider that’s right for their children and family?
What are some of the most frequently asked questions you receive from parents?
- “In the newborn period – So many questions about poop! We get a lot of questions about feeding routines, spit-up, fussiness, and sleep. We always go over developmental milestones at every well visit, but questions about development are also common.”
- “In toddlers – We are commonly asked if it’s normal for kids to be sick all winter long (and the answer is yes! There are so many viruses!).”
- “In older children and teens – We get questions that are a lot more variable and specific to individuals. Everyone grows at their own speed.”
If you could share one piece of advice to parents, what would it be?
What are the new office’s hours?
The new Riley Children’s pediatric primary care office in Fishers is open Monday through Friday, with extended hours available. The office also offers appointments on select Saturdays.
- Monday | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday | 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday | 7:40 am – 5:40 pm
- Thursday | 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Friday | 7:40 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday | Please call the office to find available Saturday appointments
- Sunday | Closed
How can parents schedule an appointment to see one of the pediatricians located at the new Riley Children’s pediatric primary care office in Fishers?
About Kristen C. Anderson, DO
Kristen C. Anderson, DO, is a board-certified pediatrician with Riley Children’s Health. She received her medical degree from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences and completed her pediatric residency at UnityPoint Health – Blank Children’s Hospital in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Anderson started practicing medicine in 2020 and joined Riley Children’s in April 2024. Dr. Anderson chose pediatric medicine because it combines her passion for science with her love for helping kids. In addition, she enjoys the aspect of developing relationships with families and watching children grow into unique personalities over time. When not caring for patients, Dr. Anderson likes to travel, hike, scuba dive, craft, golf and spend time with her partner and dogs.
Riley Children’s Health makes it possible for families throughout Indiana to get the highest level of care. Whether your child needs primary care for routine health and wellness, or specialty care for acute or complex conditions, you can depend on Riley Children’s for best-in-class care close to home.
