In-House Specialties for Every Stage of Growth
Families First Pediatrics is your child's home for total health, from their very first checkup through a healthy, thriving start to adulthood.
3,600+
Google reviews
4.8+ star average across 11 offices
5
Valley locations
Salt Lake and Tooele Valleys
20+
Years of service
Caring for Utah children
6
In-house specialties
All under one roof
Helping Kids & Families Thrive
Healthcare is important, and it works best when it's designed to fit your family's lifestyle. We're a physician-owned and directed medical practice with a unique perspective on pediatrics.
Pediatric Care for the Entire Child
Our staff includes specialists in pediatric medical, dental, orthodontic, oral surgery, mental health, and lactation support care. This holistic approach to your child's wellness provides better outcomes and is far more convenient for parents and kids.
Healthcare Built for Your Lifestyle
We know you're busy. We're parents, too. That's why we offer tools like access to nurses via text message, help by phone, extended appointment hours, telehealth visits, and more.
Locations that Feel Like Home
Each of our offices offers easy access, a bright and welcoming feel, and entrances for both sick and well kids. With our upcoming expansion projects, we're sure to remain a convenient option, no matter where your growing family calls home.
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Why Families First
Six specialties. One team. One building.
When your child's pediatrician and dentist work in the same building and can consult directly, care improves: problems get caught sooner and treatment coordinates better. Schedule a medical visit and a dental cleaning in a single trip.
From birth to teenage years, kids have special medical needs. Our board-certified pediatricians and specialists are passionate about delivering evidence-based care, and because they work alongside your child's dentist and therapist, nothing falls through the cracks.
What changes when your child's dentist and pediatrician work across the hall from one another and can confer about anything either of them sees? The time between diagnosis, treatment, and resolution shortens. That's the advantage of integrated care.
On-site orthodontia isn't just a convenience for families with more than one child. It provides seamless, early access to interventions that can shorten treatment times, reduce pain, and avoid anxiety for both kids and parents.
When your child needs a surgical procedure, from a stubborn baby tooth to wisdom teeth removal, having an oral surgeon who already knows their dental and medical history matters. Our team coordinates directly with your pediatric dentist, so the handoff is smooth from referral to recovery.
Mental health is a crucial component of overall health, and we're committed to simplifying access to integrated care. Our therapists work alongside our medical and dental teams to address both the behavioral and physical aspects of your child's wellbeing.
When breastfeeding is a struggle, it affects your baby's health and the whole family. Our IBCLCs provide prenatal preparation, hands-on support in the early weeks, and ongoing guidance, all coordinated with your pediatrician so that feeding concerns are addressed with your child's full picture in view.
From our families
What parents say about us
“We have been seeing Dr Zarbock and other providers at Families First for 6 years and never had a negative experience. Everyone there is so kind and great with kids. I can always get in when I need to and love their office staff. I recommend them to all my friends looking for pediatricians!”
“It is so convenient to schedule and take our three kids to their annual well child checkups and six-month dental cleanings on the same day, with back-to-back appointments, at one location. From scheduling to the actual appointment, Families First takes great care of their patients! Thank you!”
“I have a medically complex child who's care is very involved and tricky along with 2 very normal kids. Dr Peterson has been fantastic in managing it all. He is not over aggressive but not passive either. He is really smart and always seems to know the newest research. He listens to me and values my opinions and never makes me feel dumb. I can always get appointments when I need.”
Find a Location Near You
Five locations across Utah's Wasatch Front and Tooele County, from West Jordan to South Jordan, Riverton, Bluffdale, and Stansbury Park.
Schedule Your Appointment
Same-day visits are almost always available for sick kids, and we make it easy to plan those all-important well-checks.
Questions & Answers
Which insurance plans do you accept? What about self-pay?
We accept most insurance plans. You can learn about the insurance plans we accept here, and also check your specific plan by calling us at 801.254.5299. We offer a prompt-pay discount for self-pay families, as well as a sliding scale option for families who qualify. Our billing department looks forward to answering your questions at 801.254.5299. To schedule an appointment, call or text 801.254.9700.
Are you accepting new patients?
Most of our providers are currently accepting patients, though some may have full practices. To select a provider before making your first appointment, visit our Providers page. You can filter the providers by location and specialty. If you need any help, we're happy to help you find a great provider. Just text us or call 801.254.9700.
I'm expecting. How do I become a patient before delivering?
If you've already identified the pediatric provider you'd like to see your newborn, the next steps are simple. Call the maternity department of the hospital where you plan to deliver and ask them to list your pediatrician of choice in your records. When you deliver, call or text us to set up that important first visit. At that time, our reception will send you an invitation via email to set up a Patient Portal account. From there, you'll be able to fill out our New Patient Packet online, so everything is in place for the first appointment, and you won't need to fill out the packet in the office.
What do your providers specialize in?
Our healthcare providers all specialize in children's health. Within pediatrics, we have six in-house specialties: medical, dental, orthodontics, oral surgery, mental health, and lactation support. Having these specialties in-house doesn't just make us a unique medical home for your children. It delivers better healthcare for kids and exceptional convenience for parents.
What can I expect at a first appointment?
Whether you're bringing your three-day old baby or your three-year old toddler, many things are the same about a first appointment. Our welcoming staff will show you into one of our fun and colorful, themed exam rooms and your provider will spend time getting to know you and your child. First-time visits come with extra paperwork, but it can all be completed online ahead of your visit. You can also print it and bring it with you. Your provider will take a full health history and he or she may have other screening forms they'd like for you to complete.