Pediatrica Health Group Acquires Miami Practice, Expanding and Enhancing Equitable Access to Care as Population Growth Soars

Company Supports Westchester Provider to Continue a Legacy of Outstanding Care and Community Leadership

MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Miami-based Pediatrica Health Group, a multi-site pediatric primary care organization that is setting a new standard in pediatric care delivery and is dedicated to providing equitable access to care, today announced the acquisition of an additional location in the Westchester neighborhood of Miami-Dade County. With population growth in the area on a steady upward trend since 2022, Pediatrica is expanding access to care to meet the community’s needs. For over 40 years, Dr. Juan Ruiz-Unger has delivered compassionate, evidence-based care to Westchester families. Recognizing the need to keep pace with growth and evolve to continue providing children and families with the best possible care, Dr. Ruiz-Unger was eager to work with Pediatrica.

Dr. Juan Ruiz-Unger delivering Next Generation Care ^SM…

A fixture in the community, Dr. Ruiz-Unger has provided trusted care to families for decades. Thoughtful and compassionate in his approach, he has always had his own way of meeting people where they are in their family's care journey. From ensuring parents feel like they have a true partner in their child’s wellness at well-child checks, one-off sick visits or navigating chronic concerns, to welcoming underserved families with kids with special needs - Dr. Ruiz-Unger has been there for generations of families. He has also devoted an immeasurable amount of personal time and care to ensure the next generation continues to receive the top-quality care by mentoring numerous medical students over the years. It is this kind of passion and foresight that made him the perfect partner for Pediatrica.

Relieving administrative burdens means more time with patients and helping even more patients, including those on Medicaid…

“Dr. Ruiz-Unger was already thinking ahead, anticipating the needs of families in his care and the community, all while keeping an eye on the future of pediatrics,” commented Roberto Palenzuela, Pediatrica Health Group CEO. “Adept at delivering exceptional care, he recognized that to continue making an impactful change for kids, he could not do it alone. Pediatrica is delighted to be that partner for Dr. Ruiz-Unger and his team.”

Supported by a full back-office team and new technology, the practice staff are relieved of administrative burdens, freeing them up to spend more time on patient care and, better yet, welcome even more patients, including those on Medicaid. To meet the growing needs in the community, this change has also enabled the Westchester location to add an additional incredible provider to the practice, Javier Torres Hernandez, APRN. Javier’s 30 years of medical experience and shared passion for pediatrics make him the ideal addition to this team and this community.

Watch for additional updates on the growth and development of Pediatrica Health Group to be announced soon. Learn more about how the company is quickly becoming a formative presence in pediatric care and creating change for good by visiting Pediatrica.com.

About Pediatrica Health Group

Pediatrica Health Group is a multi-site, pediatric primary care organization actively creating better outcomes and brighter futures for patient families and providers alike - providing Next Generation Care for the Next Generation ^SM. Dedicated to providing equitable access to innovative pediatric primary care, Pediatrica Health Group empowers and supports providers and health care teams with modern technologies and the resources needed to provide exemplary, tailored patient care.

Focused pediatric care for families with children from birth to 18 years of age. Learn more at Pediatrica.com.