Panda Pediatrics

Pediatrics • Lawrence, KS • Since 2004

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Panda Pediatrics at Heartland Community Health Center in Lawrence, KS is a pediatric care location within Heartland’s network. Address: 1803 W 6th St, Lawrence, KS 66044. It’s part of a broader system offering primary and integrated care, including behavioral health and psychiatry, across multiple Lawrence offices (and other US locations). The site highlights Panda Pediatrics as a pediatric-focused clinic within Heartland, with services aligned to child and family health needs. Notable item: the center has job postings (e.g., Child & Family Therapist) indicating active behavioral health staffing.

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Clinic Type

Pediatrics

Address

1803 W 6th Street, Lawrence, KS

Phone

+1 785-842-4477

Email

carecupboard@heartlandhealth.org

Opening Hours

Open every weekday (Monday–Friday); walk-in clinic hours 8am–10am for non-emergent visits; same-day and sick appointments available weekday afternoons

Website

https://heartlandhealth.org/pandapeds/

Emergency Care

DIAL 911 for emergencies

Services Offered

Pediatric primary care
Walk-in pediatric clinic
Vaccinations
Newborn and adolescent care
Family-centered care
On-call physician 24-hours
Nurse triage line
Integrated, patient-centered care
Walk-in clinic for non-emergent sick visits

Team

Dr. Beth Rundquist, Pediatrician; practiced in Lawrence since 1988; KU School of Medicine; pediatric residency 1988 — Pediatrician
Dr. Krista Whitney, Head of Panda Pediatrics; trained at Washington University in St. Louis; pediatrics at University of Texas Southwestern; Chief Resident; published researcher; speaks Spanish; public health interest — Pediatrician
Dr. Jepson, KCUMB medical degree 2011; residency Akron Children’s Hospital 2014; worked at CHCSEK; GraceMed Topeka 2018–2025; FQHC experience — Pediatrician
Maureen (Mo), BSN/RN 2006 Creighton; MSN 2010 Case Western Reserve — Family Care Provider
Caressa, MSN and BSN from University of Missouri-Columbia — Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Marshall Kelley, Joined Panda Pediatrics 1994; KU-affiliated; KU School of Medicine; residency at Children’s Mercy Hospital; KU Gymnastics alumnus — Panda Pediatrics Partner

Insurance & Payment

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Languages Spoken

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FAQs

What are Panda Pediatrics walk-in hours?

Walk-in care Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. with same-day appointments also available.

Awards & Accreditations

Best of Lawrence Pediatric Clinic
First Place Pediatric Care Clinic
First Place Psychiatrist
Best of Community vote since 2013
5-star Kansas Breastfeeding Friendly Practice

Social Media

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed

Birdeye: 4.1/5 stars (233 reviews (Birdeye))
Birdeye (separate listing): 4.3/5 stars (114 reviews (Birdeye))
Facebook (Heartland CHC): 90% recommend (32 reviews (Facebook))

Patients praise

compassionate and friendly care from some providers
community recognition as a Best of Lawrence pediatric clinic
child-friendly, warm, and empathetic environment
inclusive care regardless of income or insurance status as part of Heartland Community Health Center

Common complaints

long wait times for appointments and in the exam room
perceived dismissiveness regarding medical concerns or illness symptoms
frustration with medical advice being too cautious or wait-and-see approaches
reports of serious concerns regarding quality of care in extreme cases

"Every single sick appointment we have been to we are told "it's viral it has to run its course" - then we end up back in there a week later with an ear infection..."

— Birdeye review

"We arrived 15 minutes prior to our appointment and were taken to an exam room 22 minutes past our appointment time, then waited another 38 minutes in the exam room. The doctor consult took 3-4 minutes."

— Birdeye review

"It has been a great privilege to serve the children and caregivers of our community every day... Our clinic has a diverse group of providers with a wealth of experience."

— Panda Pediatrics/Heartland official website

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].