UF Health Pediatrics – Ocala
Pediatrics • Ocala, FL • 1 (Ocala) locations
Clinic Type
Pediatrics
Address
1500 SE 17th Street, Building 600, Ocala, Florida 34471
Phone
+1-352-732-8955
UFStudies@health.ufl.edu
Opening Hours
Monday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM; Tuesday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM; Wednesday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM; Thursday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM; Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM; Saturday Closed; Sunday Closed
Telehealth
Available (see MyUFHealth and related UF Health pages)
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Insurance & Payment
Insurance acceptance varies between physicians and locations and is subject to change. To confirm that a specific physician will accept your insurance, please contact the practice using the telephone numbers listed at the top of the page.
Pay your bill online by logging into MyUFHealth, Pay by phone (352) 265-7906 or toll-free (888) 766-8154, Checks or money orders payable to UF Health PO Box 16051 Lewiston, ME 04243-9534, Pay online via MyUFHealth, Pay by phone (352) 265-7906 or toll-free 888-766-8154, Check or money order via UF Health PO Box 16051 Lewiston, ME 04243-9534
Languages Spoken
Current Offers
New patient information (not a specific offer)
FAQs
What services does UF Health Pediatrics – Ocala offer?
Well-child and sick visits, adolescent preventive care, newborn care, school and sports physicals, asthma evaluation and management, immunizations, dietary/nutrition guidance, lab testing.
How can I obtain a copy of my medical records?
To obtain a copy of your medical records from UF Health Pediatrics – Ocala, please contact (352) 594-0909.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Apple Maps: 100% (based on 6 ratings) (6 ratings)
- WebMD and Healthgrades: No ratings available (0 reviews)
Patients praise
- Some positive ratings reported on Apple Maps, though limited in detail.
Common complaints
- Patient complaints regarding a specific physician (Dr. Furst) at UF Health Pediatric Specialties - Oakhurst, including claims of invalidated symptoms, lack of compassion, and dismissal of existing medical conditions.
"Dr Furst completely invalidated her complaint and told her to drink more water... He went on to mention a condition I have - POTS and fibromyalgia Do not exist... Honestly, he's insensitive and egoistic. He had no compassion or concern for my daughter."
— LocalityBiz review regarding UF Health Pediatric Specialties - OakhurstSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- 12-year-old from Ocala dies after cancer relapse — Sep 10, 2025
- UF Health Children's Hospital completes $30 million pediatric unit renovation - Alachua Chronicle — Apr 21, 2026
- UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital recognized for elite healthcare - Alachua Chronicle — Oct 7, 2025
- Dr. Maria Kelly named to ambulatory care leadership roles for UF Health’s Greater Gainesville market - Doctor Gator — Jan 23, 2026
- One Place, Complete Care: UF Health’s New Primary Care and Multispecialty Location Brings Expert Care Close to Home | Central Florida Health and Wellness Magazine — Jul 2, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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