THANK YOU FOR VISITING
MOUNTAIN PEDIATRICS!
To All of Our Wonderful Evergreen Families,
I am writing to announce to you the closure of Mountain Pediatrics effective November 25th, 2025. After nearly 15 years of serving the Evergreen community, this decision was not made lightly, however as most of you know my children are now grown and off in college which significantly changes the opportunities and needs in my life moving forward. It has been my great privilege and joy to care for your children and to support your families through all these many years. I have been deeply honored by your trust and proud to have been your pediatrician. I have enjoyed watching your children grow and thrive more than you know. Working in our community has been an absolute blessing for my entire family for which I will be eternally grateful.
As we prepare to close, I want to ensure a smooth transition for your family’s healthcare needs.
Here are some important details:
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Medical Records: To transfer records to a new provider, please email us your filled out records release form: Medical Records Release Form and email it to Records@MountainPeds.com and We will assure your records are sent. You may also request a copy of your records for personal use. Please use this email for any questions about records instead of calling whenever possible so that we can continue to prioritize patient care over this last month. The form is also on our website under the “Office Info” tab at the bottom of the page.
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Finding a New Provider: I recommend first contacting your insurance company for a list of who is in network in our area so that you can establish care with a new pediatrician while maximizing the insurance benefits you are already paying for. We have many good providers to choose from.
Evergreen Pediatrics, located on Stagecoach Boulevard is just about 5 minutes from us, and they are taking new patients – you can reach them at (303) 674-6671
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Final Appointments: We will continue to see patients through November 25th, 2025. Please schedule any necessary appointments, including well-child visits or follow-ups, as soon as possible, as availability will be limited.
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Prescription Refills: For ongoing prescriptions, please contact us by November 25th, 2025 to ensure continuity of care. We will coordinate with your new provider or pharmacy as needed.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any medical questions or concerns over the next month. Your health care is important to me, and I want this transition to be as easy as possible. Thank you again for all the years, serving the Evergreen community has been the honor of a lifetime, and I have absolutely loved it. I wish you and your families continued health, happiness, and strength in the years ahead.
With my heartfelt gratitude,
Dr. Valeri Leswing
Mountain Pediatrics
DR. VALERI’S TOP TIPS FOR SCHOOL SUCCESS
NAP TIME
Are you getting enough sleep? What about your teenager who needs almost 10 hours a day? Sleep rejuvenates us, and helps keep us from getting sick, too little and life becomes an overwhelming chaotic mess. Good sleep hygiene means regular patterns for bed time and plenty of time to “wind down” before sliding under the covers. Teach your children, and remind your teenagers about these good habits and daytime will be much more pleasant, and productive
GREAT STARTS
There is no doubt breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Eating a healthy breakfast improves concentration, and results in higher test scores on both reading and problem solving exams. In addition, kids who eat breakfast regularly are less likely to become obese. The benefits continue for adults where a healthy breakfast is associated with lower blood pressure and lower cholesterol. So try and sit down in the morning to start things right as a family, and the rest of the day will be better.
VACCINES SAVE LIVES
Simple, but true. Shots are not fun, and no one likes them. However the statistics for Colorado are truly concerning. As of 2008 only 79.4% of Colorado kids are fully vaccinated, and in that very same 2008 year 1,162 children had to be hospitalized in Colorado for vaccine preventable illnesses. More than 23% of those hospitalized were between 6 and 20 years old. If you have questions, Let me know. Everyone should feel informed and comfortable with the decisions they make to care their children.
GERM FREE IS KEY
We understand that illness and injury can happen at any time. That's why we offer urgent care services on both a scheduled and walk-in basis. Our team of pediatricians and nurses is equipped to handle a range of urgent medical conditions, including fever, cough, ear infections, minor injuries, and more.
We strive to provide same-day appointments for urgent medical needs, and we offer extended hours to accommodate busy schedules.