Oak Ridge - Kids Central Pediatrics
Pediatrics • Oak Ridge, TN • Since 2002
About
Kids Central Pediatrics is a private pediatric medical practice founded in 2002 and headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. They provide comprehensive pediatric care for newborns and infants, including physicals, sports injuries, immunizations, asthma treatment, and urgent care, with additional online health assessments and parental resources. The practice operates 6 offices nationwide (all in the United States) and employs a small team, contributing to an annual revenue around $16.9 million. Key contact info for Oak Ridge HQ: 575 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Suite 120, Oak Ridge, TN 37830; main phone numbers include 865-271-9536, 865-686-5000, and 865-483-5678. Website: kidscentralpediatrics.com.
Clinic Type
Pediatrics
Address
575 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Suite 120, Oak Ridge, TN 37830
Phone
865-483-4027
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Opening Hours
Mon-Sun: see clinic hours; Monday–Friday 8:00 A.M. – 8:00 P.M.; Saturday 8:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M.; Sunday: Closed
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
Current Offers
New patient offer
FAQs
What are the clinic hours?
MONDAY 8:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M.; TUESDAY 8:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M.; WEDNESDAY 8:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M.; THURSDAY 8:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M.; FRIDAY 8:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M.; SATURDAY 8:00 A.M. - 10:00 A.M.; SUNDAY Closed.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Facebook: 98% recommendation rate (370 reviews)
- Healthgrades (for Dr. Clifford James III): 4.5 out of 5 stars (65 ratings)
- WebMD: 5 out of 5 stars (2 reviews)
Patients praise
- High level of trust and satisfaction with providers like Dr. James and Mel Sisco
- Kind, caring, and attentive staff members
- Effective after-hours care and availability
- Convenient and accommodating scheduling for sick visits
- Welcoming, clean, and family-friendly office environment
Common complaints
- Perceived unprofessionalism or lack of courtesy in some interactions
- Occasional difficulties with appointment scheduling
- Reports of long wait times for some visits
- Isolated complaints regarding staff friendliness or communication style
"We love Dr. James and Mel, they’re both awesome!! They are so good about getting you in quickly and they’re very accommodating."
— LocalityBiz user review"I didn't feel respected... Staff wasn't friendly... Appointment was rushed."
— Healthgrades patient feedback (as negative review factors)"This is the best pediatrician in the area. Hands down! I can not say enough nice things about this practice."
— Yelp user reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Pediatrician in Oak Ridge, TN Serving Norwood Families — Jun 26, 2026
- Childhood Immunizations Oak Ridge TN - Kids Central Pediatrics — May 24, 2026
- Clifford James, M.D. | East Tennessee Children's Hospital — Jun 3, 2026
- West Knoxville - Kids Central Pediatrics — Jul 14, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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