I just did this at the beginning of the year. I needed to find a new pediatrician since we were no longer a good "fit" with the old one. I did many, many informal telephone interviews, and three formal face to face interviews before I made my choice. A few of my questions:
Vaxing -- believe it or not, this wasn't a problem with anyone
Alternative therapy receptiveness -- more of an issue
Views on AP, esp extended breastfeeding, co-sleeping, nighttime parenting
Time allotted for routine and sick visits
Stance on medication, esp antibiotics
Willingness to work with specialists and provide referrals
Number of providers in practice, timeliness of appts, after-hours issues
Expertise in dealing with special issues (all of my kids have special needs)
Good luck,
Tara
Vaxing -- believe it or not, this wasn't a problem with anyone
Alternative therapy receptiveness -- more of an issue
Views on AP, esp extended breastfeeding, co-sleeping, nighttime parenting
Time allotted for routine and sick visits
Stance on medication, esp antibiotics
Willingness to work with specialists and provide referrals
Number of providers in practice, timeliness of appts, after-hours issues
Expertise in dealing with special issues (all of my kids have special needs)
Good luck,
Tara
