3 Best Pediatricians in Tempe, AZ

“2026 Highlights: Dr. Karen Prentice graduated from Western University of Health Sciences in 1994 and completed a residency in pediatrics at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona. She has been practicing general pediatrics for the last 28 years. She is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Abrazo Arrowhead Campus and Banner Children’s at Thunderbird. Her special interests include helping children and teens with ADHD, anxiety, behavior, and nutritional concerns as well as working with athletes to prevent and heal sports injuries. She loves being a pediatrician and feels blessed to be a part of so many families’ lives.”

“Dr. Rahul Bhatia is a board-certified physician in pediatrics and pediatric critical care. He has been in practice for over 25 years and is proud to serve children and their families at Caring Pediatrics in Tempe. He completed his residency at the University of Tennessee. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and a member of the Society of Critical Care Medicine and the Society for Pediatric Sedation. He is also a Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS) and a Diplomate of the American Board of Quality Assurance. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Banner Desert Medical Center and Flagstaff Medical Center. He is passionate about delivering family-centered, high-quality care. Same-day appointments, extended hours, in-house lab services, and telemedicine consultations are available.”