Learn about our providers | Patient testimonials
What physicians need to know about Mercyhealth’s pediatric specialists
Our experienced team of pediatric and perinatal specialists treat pediatric patients in an array of specialties including:
- Neonatology
- Pediatric Cardiology
- Pediatric Endocrinology
- Pediatric Gastroenterology
- Pediatric Genetics
- Pediatric Neurosurgery
- Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery | Learn more
- Pediatric Surgery
- Pediatric Urology | Learn more
We also offer specialized care in Obstetrics; Pediatric Allergies; Pediatric Anesthesiology; Pediatric Child Abuse; Pediatric Developmental Therapy; Pediatric Ear, Nose and Throat Care (Otolaryngology); Pediatric Occupational Therapy; Pediatric Ophthalmology; Pediatric Pulmonology; Pediatric Radiology; Pediatric Sleep Medicine; Pediatric Speech-Language Pathology; Pediatric Sports Medicine; and Perinatology.
Our team provides internationally-recognized tertiary level care in our state-of-the-art hospital in Rockford, Illinois. Our pediatric specialists are here to treat simple to complex cases with quick access to care. Most providers currently have available appointments within 1-2 weeks at this time.
Mercyhealth’s Javon Bea Hospital–Riverside is conveniently located right off of I-90 with ample free parking. Patients who require an overnight stay will be in our inpatient suites where their pediatric specialists and board certified pediatricians will round on them. Our Rooftop Healing Garden provides color and natural beauty to help with the healing process.
To see pictures and learn more about our state-of-the-art facility, please view our Women’s and Children’s booklet.
For additional information, please contact Christy Kessen at (815) 971-7667.
Patient Testimonials
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Pediatric Cardiology | Pediatric Pulmonology |
Learn about our providers
Pediatric Urology
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery and Pediatric Sports Medicine

Elizabeth Pickvance, MD
Information about referring patients
Pediatric Anesthesiology
Pediatric and Congenital Cardiology

Ronald Foran, MD, FRCP(c), FACC
Pediatric Ear, Nose and Throat Care (Otolaryngology)

Pediatric Endocrinology
Pediatric Gastroenterology
Pediatric Genetics
Pediatric Ophthalmology

Pediatric Pulmonology

Pediatric Radiology

Pediatric Sleep Medicine
Pediatric Surgery
