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18 Highland Avenue, Newburyport MA 01950

Riverside Pediatrics

 Empowering Childhood Wellness 

Since opening our doors in 2003, we've been dedicated to offering exceptional medical care to children and their families in a comfortable, familial setting.

Riverside Pediatrics is conveniently located across the street from Anna Jaques Hospital, and within blocks of most of Newburyport's public schools. With our proximity to the hospital, we benefit from being able to use their facilities for blood draws, x-ray department, and inpatient facilities.

 About Us 

We have extensive referral networks. If you need to see a subspecialist, we can refer you to the specialist we think will best meet your child's needs: either locally, within the Merrimack Valley, or into Boston.

 Our Care Team 

Michael Pilz, MD

Pediatrician

Sherry Pleau, CPNP, PMHS

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Mental Health Specialist

Brooke Elwell, PA-C

Physician Assistant-Certified

Tammy Bottner, MD

Pediatrician

Dee Cunningham, RN

Registered Nurse

Kristin Sirois, LPN

Licensed Practical Nurse

Deborah Macritchie, MA

Medical Assistant

Nicole Vitale, MA

Medical Assistant

Leigh Cantin

Medical Assistant

 Reviews 

"I have been using Dr. Pilz for 22 years with my daughters. He is the nicest doctor and the nurses and staff are the best. Office visits are quick, no waiting forever in the waiting room to be seen, and if you want your child seen they get seen that day!! Can't say enough about this practice!"

Wendy R.

"I've been going to this place for a couple of years now and they are so awesome: easy booking, hardly any waiting time and always happy to help you out. The nurses and staff are super sweet and alway generally care about your health."

Katelyn P.

"We've had such a great experience at Riverside over the last six years. The staff is always available and have a great rapport with all four of our children. In stressful situations with sick kids the doctors at Riverside were there to reassure us and spend the extra time to make sure our kids were happy and healthy!"

Daniel V.

"Dr. Bottner an Dr. Pilz have been caring for my 2 children since they were babies. We have been extremely happy with the care that we have gotten and would highly recommend this practice."

Lisa S.

"Dr. Pilz and the whole staff at Riverside have always been kind, thoughtful and responsive. The office is clean and convenient with plenty of close parking and access to the hospital across the street for x-rays, if needed. My kids feel comfortable there because everyone is very friendly."

Andrea I.

"Easy appointment booking. Never spend more than a couple of minutes in the waiting rooms. Doctors, nurses and staff are all knowledgeable, attentive and caring. Highly recommend."

Todd J.

"All the nurses remember us and know both of my children's names and hobbies. Never have I had to wait for a sick appointment, referral, or a returned call. My children love all the physicians at Riverside and we would recommend them to anyone."

Justine R.

"Our three kids have gone there since birth. The oldest is 20 now. Everyone in the office has always been wonderful - day and night!"

Tracy L.

Have a question about insurance?

You can review our accepted plans here or call our office to check on your coverage.

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