Community Choice Pediatrics has updated its Walk-In Care hours beginning July 6, 2026. Learn our new weekday schedule, what has changed, and where weekend urgent care remains available.
Back-to-School Anxiety: When Nervousness Is Normal (and When It’s Not)
While back-to-school anxiety is common at any age, there are ways to help your child succeed, as well as times when professional support is needed.
Nutrition for Active Kids: Fueling Growth without Food Battles
Practical, low-stress strategies to boost nutrition for kids, including healthy eating habits, fueling active bodies, and reducing mealtime battles.
Low-Pressure Summer Routines for Kids
Discover low-pressure summer routines for kids that support sleep, behavior, and well-being—without rigid schedules—for simple, realistic approaches.
Outdoor Play and Mental Health: Why Nature Still Matters
Discover the connection between play and mental health and how outdoor time supports kids’ emotional well-being, focus, and development at every age.
How to Help Kids Build Resilience When Life Doesn’t Go Their Way
Learn how to help kids build resilience when life takes a turn through age-appropriate strategies that boost confidence and adaptability.
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Daniel Gershon, D.O.
I have wanted to be a pediatrician since I was in high school, and I love what I do today.
Barbara S. Trites, M.D.
I joined Community Choice Pediatrics (formerly known as Lee’s Summit Physicians Group) as a “not quite charter member” in 1986 and have thoroughly enjoyed my time practicing pediatrics in Lee’s Summit for more than three decades.
Provider Spotlight: Dr. Jared Kevern for Community Choice Pediatrics
Please welcome one of our newest providers, Dr. Jared Kevern. His early battle with Hodgkin’s lymphoma led him to become a doctor.
Confused about car seat safety? It’s time for a refresher.
Car seat safety: It’s the parental struggle of balancing what’s convenient and most comfortable with what is also most safe.
Safe to Sleep Campaigns – Reducing SIDS/SUIDS through Education
SIDS/SUIDS has decreased almost 50% since the early 1990s in large part due to Safe to Sleep campaigns. There is still work to be done.
Protect Your Child With The Flu Vaccine
When you see the leaves start to turn this fall and “Go Chiefs!” is heard throughout Kansas City, it’s time to vaccinate for the flu!