OB Care at Health 360

At Bluestem Health, we understand the importance of choosing an OB to provide excellent care for both you and your baby. Our Health 360 location offers exceptional OB care that is perfect for any mom. But our care doesn’t stop there – we offer continuity of care through Bluestem Health Pediatrics.

The pediatricians at Bluestem Health Pediatrics are licensed to provide care for infants, adolescents, and children up to age 18. They offer full-scope pediatric services so they can manage all aspects of your child’s health – physical, behavioral, and mental care.

Importance of Choosing OB and Pediatric Care

When choosing an OB/GYN it’s important to look at a variety of external and internal factors. At Bluestem Health, we focus primarily on family medicine which is a benefit when thinking about the experience and expertise of your doctor.

Our Pediatric doctors vary in gender, age, and experience so that you can choose the doctor that is perfect for your family.

Erica Peterson, MD
Pediatrician

Dr. Erica Peterson specializes in primary care for children in a family practice setting. She enjoys working with families to give children a healthy start in life, including their social and emotional needs. She also volunteers in the community and has a special interest when it comes to public health.

Dr. Peterson received her Medical Degree from Duke University. She is board certified by the American Academy of Pediatrics. She has a Master’s in Public Health from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill.

Humaira Qasimyar, MD
Pediatrician

Dr. Humaira Qasimyar enjoys working with children and is passionate about being an advocate and trusted resource for families. As a pediatrician, she likes caring for all kids, with a special interest in complex cases that may include patients who have had multiple surgical procedures, are taking several medications, or have developmental or behavioral conditions.

Dr. Qasimyar received her Medical Degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. She is board certified by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

OB and Pediatric Services at Bluestem Health

Bluestem Health’s pediatricians are experienced in diagnosing and treating a wide variety of illnesses throughout a child’s growing years, from minor health concerns to serious diseases and hospitalization. Whether your child is an existing patient with us or you are searching for a new pediatrician, you will find our doctors are extremely compassionate and focused on the wellbeing of your child.

Some of the services our pediatricians provide include:

• Routine well-child checkups
• Physical exams
• Immunizations
• Medication management
• Age-appropriate developmental milestones
• Nutrition, physical activity, safety, and other concerns
• Treatments of various health concerns or disorders
• Hospital care
• Newborn care
• Management of chronic disease
• Diabetes management
• Parenting education

In addition, Bluestem Health’s pediatricians coordinate complex medical care with other subspecialists, such as cardiology, should your child have an illness outside the scope of pediatrics.

In all, we hope this blog allows you to think about options and what to consider when choosing an OB or Pediatric doctor. Visit our Health 360 or Kreshel Clinic to speak with our family medicine experts, or consider Bluestem Health Piedmont Clinic located at Bryan Health East Medical Plaza, 1500 S. 48th Street, Suite 412, in Lincoln, Nebraska. For an appointment, call 402-480-7380.