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Southside Pediatric Center

PEDIATRICS & ADOLESCENT HEALTH IN PETERSBURG, VA

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Southside Pediatric Center
PEDIATRICS & ADOLESCENT HEALTH IN PETERSBURG, VA
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Southside Pediatric Center
PEDIATRICS & ADOLESCENT HEALTH IN PETERSBURG, VA
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Southside Pediatric Center
PEDIATRICS & ADOLESCENT HEALTH IN PETERSBURG, VA
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Southside Pediatric Center
PEDIATRICS & ADOLESCENT HEALTH IN PETERSBURG, VA
About Southside Pediatric Center

At Southside Pediatric Center, experienced board-certified pediatrician Mary Catherine Arrieta, MD, CGP, provides exceptional care for children and expert support for parents. In the Petersburg, Virginia, office, Dr. Arrieta and the kid-friendly staff meet the needs of children from infancy through adolescence. 

With more than 40 years of experience, Dr. Arrieta is an extensively trained professional who maintains the highest level of pediatrics accreditation. She is board certified and a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She completed her pediatric residency at Kings County - Downstate Medical Center and Catholic Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. She also completed a fellowship in neonatology at New York University (NYU) - Bellevue Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York.  

Children have diverse needs at every age, from newborn and adolescent care to sick visits and immunizations. Dr. Arrieta and the Southside Pediatric Center staff provide prompt and efficient treatment, always serving patients with the same gentle care they’d extend to their own children. 

Southside Pediatric Center enjoys building long-lasting relationships with patients and their parents. They’re proud of and grateful for their reputation as a premier destination for outstanding pediatric care within the Petersburg community. 

Reach out to Southside Pediatric Center by phone or through the online scheduling link today.

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Mission Statement

Our practice is working together to build life-long relationships between our staff and our patients by consistently providing our patients with compassion, excellence and value. To fulfill this mission, we are committed to:

- Improving the lives of the children we serve by providing quality care in a child-centered environment. - Listening to our young patients and their families who we are privileged to serve.
- Guiding our patients along a path of optimal health and wellness. - Continually pursuing excellence at all levels through continuing education.
Our patients reviews

"They have a great relationship and Dr. Arietta has always made him comfortable and shows how much she cares about her patients. A great doctor!!!"
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Tremaine E.
"Dr. Arietta is amazing. My daughter started seeing her at 7 weeks and she is 11 now. She is a good doctor. But she really need staff that's going to stay."
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Natasha S.
"Dr. Arietta takes her time with her patients and is very thorough. I personally have never had issues with the receptionist."
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Trisha
"My kids love Dr. Arietta. She is very personable with her patients and the parents."
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Patricia
"Wonderful DR friendly and nice clean"
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Monika H.
"My son loves it and so do I"
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Antione H.
"Dr Arrieta is so sweet, genuine and very intelligent. She always went out of her way for my sister and I. Highly recommend"
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M N.
"I applaud Dr. Arrieta's conscientious approach when it comes to dispensing medication for mental health disorders, including ADHD."
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Self-verified patient
"She is very good at answering all your questions and she will take time to listen to all your concerns. We have seen many doctors and she has been the best one so far."
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Self-verified patient
"Dr. Arrieta has been very helpful to our family. We are new in town and we have been looking around for a good pediatricial for our children."
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Self-verified patient
"Dr Arrieta has provided excellent care of my four children. 5 Star!"
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Elvin E.
"Dr Arrieta spends good time with them giving them thorough exams. I thought my 2 oldest would want to switch doctors since they are taking themselves now."
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Megan S.
"This is the best doctor. That my kids have ever had since 2010.The staff is also excellent. Highly recommend them."
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Insurances
We accept most insurance providers. If you have specific questions regarding your coverage, please contact us for additional information.
Location
Petersburg
34 F Medical Park Blvd,
Petersburg, VA 23805
Hours Of Operation:
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed