Pediatric Associates of Bowling Green - Graves Gilbert Clinic
Pediatrics • Bowling Green, KY • Since 1937
About
Summary: Pediatric care is provided under Graves Gilbert Clinic (GGC) in Bowling Green, KY, a multi-specialty medical group founded in 1937. The clinic offers pediatric services through its network of physicians and locations in Bowling Green and surrounding South Central Kentucky. Recent updates note the addition of new pediatric provider Makenzie Varner, APRN, expanding pediatric care for children from newborns to teens. GGC operates as a private, physician-led healthcare system with 125 physicians across 30+ specialties, including pediatric care, and serves the Bowling Green area from multiple offices. For pediatric appointments or more details, contact GGC through their Bowling Green offices or visit gravesgilbert.com.
Clinic Type
Pediatrics
Address
1211 Ashley Cir, Bowling Green, KY 42104
Phone
270.780.0590
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Opening Hours
Mon – Fri: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; Sat: limited hours for acute illness only. Please call at 8:00 am on Saturday to guarantee an appointment.
Services Offered
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- WebMD Care: 5 out of 5 (average, based on 23 ratings) (23 (for Dr. Jeffrey Bitterling specifically))
- Yelp / MapQuest / Yahoo Local: Mixed (ranging from 2.5 to 4.0 depending on the platform) (Very low number of reviews reported (1-2))
Patients praise
- Compassionate and knowledgeable physicians
- Friendly, efficient, and professional staff
- Thorough examinations and clear communication
- Clean and well-maintained clinic environment
Common complaints
- Concerns regarding administrative changes following the merger with Graves Gilbert Clinic
- Difficulty in scheduling appointments or accessing care post-merger
"Dr Smith never makes me feel rushed during appts, answers all my questions and doesn't try to give her medicine for every little thing, which I appreciate. He is a great pediatrician."
— Patient review of Dr. J. Chris Smith via Yellow Pages/HelpYouAchieve"While I am very very pleased with the care that she receives, I am very concerned over their merger with graves Gilbert clinic. It is now extremely difficult to get a..."
— Patient review via Yelp/MapQuestSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- KENTUCKY HEALTH NEWS: Norton Healthcare expands its footprint in Bowling Green with primary care; also adds a multi-purpose facility in Frankfort — Jun 14, 2026
- Uninterrupted coverage for thousands as Graves Gilbert, Humana announce new contract | Bowling Green Daily News — Jan 15, 2026
- Graves Gilbert Clinic and Humana Secure Long-Term Partnership - Graves Gilbert Clinic — Jan 15, 2026
- Graves Gilbert Clinic To End Participation In Humana Insurance Plans February 2026 - Graves Gilbert Clinic — Oct 17, 2025
- A New Era of Employer Health at Graves Gilbert Clinic - Graves Gilbert Clinic — Aug 1, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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