Best Pediatrician Cortland, NY
About Us
Searching for the best pediatrician in Cortland, NY for your child's healthcare needs? Since 1955, Buttermilk Falls Pediatrics has cared for children and teens across Central New York, and our Cortland office at 1259 Fisher Avenue brings that experience closer to home for local families. Parents want a medical home where their children are known, heard, and cared for from the newborn days through high school graduation.
As a practice recognized by the NCQA as a Patient-Centered Medical Home, we offer well visits, sick visits, telehealth, and a 24/7 on-call physician, so you always have a trusted resource when your child needs care.
We are accepting new patients!
Whether you are expecting a newborn, moving to the Cortland area, or looking to switch your pediatric practice, learn how to join our practice!
Locations
We are conveniently located at:
Services
Youth Sports Physicals
Before your child steps onto the field, court, or ice, a sports physical helps ensure they are ready to play safely. We now schedule
school and sports physicals at both our Cortland and Ithaca locations, making it easy to get the forms you need before the season starts. During the visit, our providers review your child's medical history, check heart health, vision, flexibility, and overall fitness, and look for any concerns that could increase the risk of injury. This is also a great opportunity to talk about nutrition, hydration, concussion awareness, and healthy training habits. Booking early, especially before fall and spring seasons, helps your young athlete avoid last-minute delays.
Are We a Good Fit?
Excellent pediatric care works best when your family's priorities align with your provider's approach. Our practice follows the vaccine schedule recommended by the CDC and the American Academy of Pediatrics, and we use antibiotics thoughtfully, prescribing them only when evidence supports it. We ask families to call our office first before seeking urgent or specialty care so we can coordinate treatment and keep your child's records complete. We also rely on technology, including a patient portal and automated reminders, to keep care efficient. Learn more about our
medical philosophy to see if we are the right medical home for you!
Other Pediatric Services
Beyond checkups and sick visits, our practice offers a
full range of services to support your child's health at every stage. We provide newborn care that can begin in the hospital, along with lactation consultations to help nursing families get off to a confident start. For school-age children and teens, we offer ADHD evaluations and ongoing management, behavioral health support for concerns like anxiety and depression, and comprehensive asthma and allergy care. Families of children with disabilities or chronic illnesses benefit from our chronic care management program, and when specialty care is needed, we coordinate referrals so every provider involved stays on the same page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you accepting new patients?
Join Our PracticeYes. Buttermilk Falls Pediatrics is currently welcoming new patients at both our Cortland and Ithaca locations. Learn how to join our practice!
What should I do if my child gets sick after hours?
On Call ProvidersCall the office at 607-272-6880, and our answering service will contact a provider to call you back. Our website's "Is Your Child Sick?" section also offers helpful guidance.
How far in advance should I schedule a sports physical?
Schedule AppointmentWe recommend booking a few weeks before your child's season begins, since demand rises quickly in late summer and early spring. Physicals are available at both our Cortland and Ithaca offices.
Pediatric Care Staff
Our team of board-certified pediatricians and experienced physician assistants combines deep clinical knowledge with genuine warmth. Families tell us again and again that our providers take the time to listen, explain diagnoses clearly, and treat every child like a member of their own family. Some of our providers have cared for the same families for more than two decades, now seeing the children of former patients, while newer team members bring fresh energy and a thorough, attentive approach to every visit. Whether your child needs a routine physical checkup or careful attention for a complex respiratory or chronic condition, our providers work together to deliver consistent, evidence-based care that helps both kids and parents feel at ease.
We invite you to learn more about his expertise and schedule your appointment today.
