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Tara D. Pridgett MD

FELLOW OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PEDIATRICIANS (FCP)

BOARD CERTIFIED AMERICAN BOARD OF PEDIATRICS

20+ YEARS OF CLINICAL EXPERIANCE

MY PASSION

My passion is helping families live healthful lives. This requires looking at all aspects of functioning (body, mind, and spirit) that can impact health. I am open to different approaches to health management as there are many tools available to choose from. Recognizing the role of diet and nutrition in good health, I am advancing my studies to become a certified health educator.

MY EDUCATION & TRAINING 

I graduated from Derby High School in Derby,  KS. I earned my BA in Natural Sciences from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD.  I graduated from the University of Kansas School of Medicine, Wichita campus and completed my pediatric training at the University of Nebraska Medical Center and Creighton University in Omaha. I served as co-chief resident my senior year. I spent 19 years at Pediatric Associates of Topeka.  I then worked as an independent contract physician in urgent care for Children's Mercy Hospital for 1 year. 

MY FAMILY 

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I have been married to my better half, Horace (better known as Dr. Pridgett's husband) for 22 years. We are the proud parents of 4 children. My family is my greatest support system. They motivate me to keep striving for excellence.
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