Choosing a pediatrician is one of the most important decisions you make as a parent. You’re not just selecting a doctor — you’re choosing a partner in your child’s health, growth, and development.
In Orange County, families have many options. But Ocean Pediatrics was built with a very specific goal in mind: to provide advanced, physician-led pediatric care in a setting that feels personal, trusted, and centered around families. Let’s talk about what makes Ocean Pediatrics the best pediatric office in Orange County.
We’re pediatrician-owned, and physician-led
Many pediatric offices today are owned by large healthcare corporations or private equity groups. Ocean Pediatrics is proudly pediatrician-owned, founded and led by nationally recognized pediatrician Dr. Steven Abelowitz.
As a physician-led practice, decisions are made by pediatricians — not corporate executives. Clinical care always comes first, and policies are designed around what is best for children and families rather than profit margins. This independent structure allows Ocean Pediatrics to prioritize long-term relationships, thoughtful innovation, and consistently high standards of care for families across Orange County.
We’re founded by a nationally recognized pediatric expert
Dr. Steven Abelowitz is one of Southern California’s most respected pediatric leaders. With decades of experience building exceptional pediatric teams, he founded Ocean Pediatrics with the mission of redefining how families experience pediatric care.
Under his leadership, Ocean Pediatrics combines clinical excellence with forward-thinking innovation. Families benefit from a practice shaped by experience, national recognition, and a deep commitment to raising the standard of pediatric care in coastal communities and beyond.
We deliver care using cutting-edge medical technology
Ocean Pediatrics stands at the forefront of modern pediatrics, utilizing the most advanced medical technology in the industry to deliver high-quality, efficient care.
This commitment to innovation ensures that children receive evidence-based treatment supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and modern systems designed for convenience. Visits are streamlined without feeling rushed, allowing families to experience both precision and efficiency in every appointment.
We’re local physicians, delivering compassionate care
While advanced technology is essential, relationships are at the heart of Ocean Pediatrics. The practice is committed to building long-term partnerships with families, caring for children from infancy through adolescence and beyond.
Our pediatricians and team members are local to Orange County, serving the same communities where they live and raise their own families. This local connection, combined with a compassionate and attentive approach, allows us to create continuity of care and a true pediatric medical home where families feel known, heard, and supported.
We deliver expanded pediatric care, with Saturday and Sunday hours
Healthcare should work around families — not the other way around. Ocean Pediatrics now offers expanded weekend hours to provide greater flexibility for busy Orange County parents. Weekend availability gives families continued access to their trusted pediatric team, reduces unnecessary urgent care visits, and allows for more convenient scheduling.
We offer Saturday appointments from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at our Ladera Ranch office and Sunday appointments from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Laguna Hills office.
At Ocean Pediatrics, we are here to be your family’s trusted partner in health, for the long run. We’ve got three three pediatric offices in Orange County that are ready to serve you: Newport Back Bay, Laguna Hills and Ladera Ranch. Schedule an appointment today, and get ready to expand your family just a little bit more
