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Kristen Irene Padilla, DO

Specialty: Primary Care, Pediatrics
Title: Clinical Assistant Professor
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Kristen Irene Padilla, DO
Pediatrics
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  • About

    Dr. Padilla is originally from the Detroit suburbs. She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan and her medical degree from Michigan State University. She completed her pediatric residency at Rush University Children’s Hospital in Chicago. She worked in private practice for nearly four years prior to relocating back to Michigan. She is board certified in pediatrics with career interests in newborn care and the management of children with complex medical needs. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her two young boys, swimming and cheering for Michigan sports

    Areas of Practice

    >Newborn care, breastfeeding and coordinating care for children with complex medical needs.

    Locations

    • Pediatric Clinic | West Ann Arbor Health Center-Parkland Plaza 380 Parkland Plaza Ste 110
      Floor 1
      Ann Arbor, MI 48103-6201
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    Insurance Accepted

    University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.

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    Education & Training

    Medical School or Training

    Michigan State University - College of Osteopathic Medicine, 2012

    Residency

    Rush University Medical Center - GME, Pediatrics, 2015

    Board Certifications

    Pediatrics

    Professional Organizations

    American Academy of Pediatrics

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    Patient Ratings

    168 Patient Ratings

    Patient Comments

    October 12, 2025 - "Dr. Padilla is consistently attentive, caring, and focused on helping my child feel better. She is not our primary doc, but we have seen her several times over the years for sick visits and know that she will help solve problems. She remembers my child and seems very much part of my child's care team."

    September 27, 2025 - "Dr. Padilla is the best! She remembers all of the nuances about each of my children and creates an open, supportive environment for us all to ask questions."

    September 17, 2025 - "I recommend Dr Padilla to everyone"

    July 8, 2025 - "Dr. Padilla understands the challenges parents face and eased our worries about a new diagnosis of [...] for our younger child. My son gets nervous at appointments but Dr. Padilla puts him at ease by being patient, kind, taking her time, and using techniques to help him through the exam. We are so glad she is our children's doctor."

    February 26, 2025 - "Dr. Padilla gave us great advice and reassurance about our child's latest health scare."

    February 22, 2025 - "Dr. Padilla is kind, attentive, and explains things well. My kids love her too, as she helps them feel at ease."

    February 14, 2025 - "Dr. Padilla is awesome! She goes above and beyond for her patients. She is great at talking with kids and involving them in their care. She is practical and thoughtful in her approach."

    February 10, 2025 - "Dr. Padilla is truly the best. Every visit she is thorough and detailed. She always treats us wonderfully. Her responses in the patient portal are great. She is always timely. We love Dr. Padilla and will always recommend her to friends and family with children."

    February 1, 2025 - "Dr. Padilla put us at ease in our first visit with her with our newborn. She quickly established rapport and trust with our family. Her experience both professionally and as a mother is apparent. We look forward to seeing her again for our children's health care."

    January 16, 2025 - "We love Dr Padilla! She is personable, has good bed side manner keeps my anxious daughter calm by exposing things to her In a way she understands and tells her she's doing great. She checks all the boxes you would want and a pediatrician. Thank you, dr p!!"

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