Pediatric Home & Hospital Visits in Calabasas | Calabasas Pediatrics
23586 Calabasas Road, Suite 107, Calabasas, CA 91302office@calabasaspeds.comMembership practice · not contracted with insurance
In-person care in Calabasas

Home & Hospital Visits in Calabasas

World-class pediatric care that comes to you — house calls for newborns and sick days, plus hands-on hospital coordination across Southern California.

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The benefits of in-home pediatric care

When your child is sick, recovering, or newly born, getting to a clinic can feel overwhelming — and waiting rooms expose vulnerable children to unnecessary germs.

Care in a familiar home environment offers real clinical and emotional benefits. Children are more relaxed in their own surroundings, allowing a more thorough exam, and the pediatrician gains valuable context about the home. Research from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) shows patient-centered home-visit models improve family satisfaction, lower anxiety, and reduce non-essential ER visits.

When we come to you

House calls for the moments that matter

Newborn home checks

In the vital first days we visit your nursery directly to check weight and jaundice, evaluate feeding, and reassure new parents — without exposing your baby to a clinic.

Acute sick visits at home

For a sudden fever, ear pain, strep, flu, or rash, we bring diagnostic equipment to perform rapid testing, examine your child, and prescribe on the spot — no urgent-care lobby.

Comfortable, unhurried care

In-home visits let us deliver gentle, individualized care at your child’s own pace, in the environment where they feel most at ease.

Post-discharge follow-up

After a hospital stay, we follow up at home to make sure recovery plans are on track and answer every question.

When your child is hospitalized

Dedicated hospital visitation and coordination

If your child needs inpatient care at a regional hospital, our commitment continues beyond our clinic doors. A hospital stay can feel confusing and frightening — continuous advocacy makes all the difference.

Our UCLA-trained pediatricians maintain strong connections with major Los Angeles-area medical centers. During a stay, we coordinate with the inpatient team and subspecialists, review the treatment plan, translate the medical jargon, and help protect your family’s wishes — then manage a smooth transition home.

Why Calabasas Pediatrics

Concierge care, wherever your child needs it

House calls, not just emergenciesWe offer home visits for newborns, sick days, and follow-ups — not the rare exception.
Direct hospital advocacyWe coordinate directly with inpatient specialists and care teams, not just phone handoffs.
Unhurried 45–60 minute visitsIn-home visits are comprehensive and calm, at your child’s pace.
24/7 access to your doctorDirect cell, text, and video access to the pediatrician who knows your child.
Dr. Marina Salama, pediatrician at Calabasas Pediatrics
Dr. Marina Salama
Board-Certified, UCLA-trained Pediatrician

A UCLA-trained, board-certified pediatrician, Dr. Salama pairs academic rigor with a warm, compassionate approach to every child and family she cares for.

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How to request a home or hospital visit

Contact your doctor directlyUse your direct membership line to call or text our team as soon as a need arises.
Clinical evaluationWe review your child’s symptoms remotely to decide whether a home visit, video consult, or hospital evaluation is right.
In-person careYour pediatrician arrives with the necessary equipment to examine your child, provide treatment, and build a care plan.
FAQ

Home & hospital visit FAQs

Do you really make house calls?
Yes. We offer home visits for newborn checks, acute sick visits, and post-hospital follow-ups — bringing diagnostic equipment so we can test, examine, and treat right in your home.
What can be handled during a home sick visit?
Common concerns like fever, ear pain, strep throat, flu, and rashes. We perform rapid testing (such as strep or flu swabs), examine your child, and prescribe needed medications on the spot.
What happens if my child is hospitalized?
Our pediatricians stay actively involved — coordinating with the inpatient team and subspecialists, reviewing the plan, translating medical jargon, and managing a smooth, well-supported transition home.
Which hospitals do you coordinate with?
We maintain professional connections with major regional medical centers across the Los Angeles area and work directly with their inpatient teams during your child’s stay.
Is a home visit faster than urgent care?
Often it’s far less stressful — no lobby, no waiting room germs, and care delivered where your child is most comfortable. We’ll advise whether a home visit, video visit, or hospital evaluation fits best.
Are home and hospital visits part of membership?
Yes — house calls and hospital coordination are part of the concierge care included with membership.

Expert pediatric care, right where you need it

Apply to join our practice, or contact our Calabasas office to learn how home and hospital visits work for members.