Intermountain Southridge Pediatrics

07/20/2022

Our team was saddened to hear of the loss of a community member to su***de in our area. Please know there are resources available and you are not alone.

Over the weekend, the National Su***de Prevention Hotline launched a new number for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis -- anyone who is in distress can call or text 9-8-8 to connect with someone 24/7/365.

Behavioral Health Navigation Services is another free resource for community members who need support navigating mental health and substance abuse disorder services. Call (833) 224-2211 Monday-Friday between 8:00-8:00.

For additional resources, visit utahsu***deprevention.org

11/24/2021

Our Covid vaccine clinics are filled and we are working on scheduling more dates. We will post the dates as soon as we have made all the necessary arrangements. In the meantime, if you would like your child to be vaccinated there is no need to wait.

Our pediatricians recommend Covid and flu vaccines for most patients so feel free to visit vaccines.gov for additional vaccine options.

If you have questions about whether or not your child should be vaccinated, avoid waiting on hold and use MyHealth+. Other questions are welcome through MyHealth as well!

Local pharmacies may be staffed and able to accommodate schedules.

We continue to offer vaccinations during scheduled appointments and we welcome siblings of the patient to come without the need for pre-scheduling to get flu and/or Covid vaccines.

11/23/2021

Happy Thanksgiving!

We will be open regular hours on Wednesday (11/24), closed on Thanksgiving Day, and open Friday (11/26) from 9 am – 12 pm or until we have taken care of everyone who needs to be seen.

If your child is sick and needs to be seen, please call us that morning.

11/08/2021

COVID-19 vaccines are now available for children ages 5 and up.

If you would like your child to be vaccinated, here’s what to do:

• If your child already has an appointment to see their provider, you can get vaccines done during this visit. We welcome siblings of the patient to come without the need for pre-scheduling to get flu and/or Covid vaccines as well.

• We have set up some Covid vaccine clinics on the following dates which do require an appointment:
o Fri, Nov 12th – all day
o Mon, Nov 15th – afternoon
o Wed, Nov 17th – all day
o Thurs, Nov 18th – all day
o Wed, Dec 8th – all day
o Wed, Dec 15th – afternoon

• Our pediatricians recommend the Covid vaccine for most patients so feel free to also visit vaccines.gov for additional vaccine options and to schedule with the Health Department or a local pharmacy who may have more availability.

Please be patient with us while we work to overcome the staffing shortages that are felt through out our community. Some helpful tips:
• Be aware that our phone volumes are highest first thing each morning so those who call in the afternoon typically have shorter wait time
• Local pharmacies may be staffed and able to accommodate a variety of schedules and provide more availability. They offer the same quality in vaccine administration that is provided in the clinics.
• Use MyHealth+ for questions about whether or not your child should be vaccinated. Vaccine appointment requests are also welcome.

10/08/2021

Fight the flu! Intermountain Southridge families can get their flu shots at either Primary Children's Outpatient facilities in either Salt Lake or Riverton.

For more information about the flu vaccine, visit http://Intr.mn/L7fO50GoGDx

01/15/2020

Southridge Pediatrics now offers extended hours during the week as well as on Saturday’s during the winter to meet your sick child needs. To schedule an appointment, call our office after 3:00 pm for extended hours appointments.

EXTENDED HOURS WILL RUN:
• January 15th through March 31st

EXTENDED HOURS:
• Monday - Thursday 5pm - 8pm
• Saturday’s 9am - 12pm

Southridge Clinic Pediatrics is also accepting new patients. If you have friends of family that would like to see what sets Southridge apart, have them call us today for an appointment.

12/12/2019

Southridge Pediatrics was recently awarded Utah’s 2019 HPV Vaccine Is Cancer Prevention Champion!

Led in partnership by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Association of American Cancer Institutes, and the American Cancer Society, the HPV Vaccine Is Cancer Prevention Champion Award Program recognizes clinicians, clinics, practices, groups, and health systems that are going above and beyond to foster HPV vaccination in their community.

11/25/2019

Dr. Atzet is from Salt Lake City and graduated from the University of Utah with a degree in Biology. He completed his medical training at George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington DC. Following a pediatric residency at the University of California San Diego, he moved to Denver, Colorado and worked in a private practice for six years. In 2005, Dr. Atzet returned to Salt Lake City to be closer to family and joined Intermountain KidsCare and also served as Medical Director of KidsCare for Intermountain Healthcare. Most recently Dr. Atzet has worked at Holladay Clinic Pediatrics doing outpatient pediatrics.

Dr. Atzet sees himself as an advocate for his pediatric patients, and draws from experience in private practice, urgent care clinics, and leadership roles to provide patient centered, comprehensive care that includes the entire family. Outside of the clinic, Dr. Atzet enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, and pursuing the vast outdoor opportunities offered here in Utah.

Conditions treated:
Well child care, vaccinations, personalized primary care, newborn care, adolescent care / school problems, nutrition and obesity, asthma, bronchilolitis and RSV, mental health (ADHD).

Procedures performed:
Circumcisions & Splinting

11/21/2019

Jenna Whitham, MD has been with us since April and we’re thrilled to have her as a part of our team.

“As a general pediatrician, my focus is on the care of children and their families from birth though adolescence and into young adulthood. I have a special interest in the care of former premature babies and children with special healthcare needs, in fact I have some additional training post-residency in this area. I’m comfortable providing care for children with additional needs following hospital/ NICU discharge including advanced feeding/nutrition needs, multispecialty coordination of care, home oxygen needs, home healthcare needs etc.”

Conditions Treated:
Well child checkups, infant care, adolescent care, immunizations, sick visits, sports physicals, sports related injuries, asthma management, atopic dermatitis/ eczema management, acne management, birth control options and STD care, weight management and nutrition advice.

10/03/2019

Flu Shot Clinic is back! Find a time that is convenient for you and call to schedule an appointment. For parents, flu shots are available at the Southridge Pharmacy located inside Intermountain Riverton Hospital.

More Information: http://Intr.mn/Ect050wBbq6

09/13/2019

This free class is for families with children ages 2-18 who want to learn the basics of healthy eating and planning meals. The class is designed for kids and adults of all shapes and sizes and is especially helpful for families with a history of weight concerns, heart disease or diabetes.

Register here:

This free class is for families with children ages 2-18 who want to learn the basics of healthy eating and planning meals. The class is designed for kids and adults of all shapes and sizes and is especially helpful for families with a history of weight concerns, heart disease or diabetes.

08/28/2019

Welcome Jennifer Mijer, MD to our team!

“My practice focus is pediatric primary care. I completed my residence training in Pediatrics at the University of Colorado and Children’s Hospital Colorado. I am comfortable treating newborns through young adults/adolescents. I have a particular interest in medically complex patients, sports medicine, mental health, asthma, type 1 diabetes, and local health policy. I aim to create a medical home for my patients and help them connect with the right specialists when required. It is important to me to provide patients with excellent and consistent education, preventative care, and medical care,” says Jennifer Mijer, MD.

Conditions Treated: Well child care, vaccinations, personalized primary care, newborn care, adolescent care and school problems, nutrition and obesity, asthma, bronchiolitis, and RSV.

Procedures Performed: Circumcisions, Suturing, Splinting