Pediatrics - Savannah - Memorial Health
Pediatrics • Savannah, GA • Since 1955 • 1 hospital on campus with pediatric focus plus Pediatric Multispecialty Clinic on shared campus locations
Information from public sources; not independently verified. Confirm hours, insurance and appointment availability with the clinic.
Last gathered July 11, 2026. How our information is sourced · Report incorrect information
About
Memorial Health University Medical Center (MUMC) in Savannah, GA, operates as part of Memorial Health, a hospital and emergency care network serving Savannah, Southeast Georgia, and southern South Carolina. Highlights for pediatrics: - Facilities: Memorial Health Dwaine & Cynthia Willett Children’s Hospital of Savannah, specializing in pediatric care. - Services: Comprehensive pediatric care within a hospital system that includes primary/specialty care, 24/7 Consult-A-Nurse, and a major medical education program. - Network: Part of Memorial Health, with a focus on patient rights, medical records, and family-centered care. - Location: Headquarters and primary campus at 4700 Waters Ave, Savannah, GA 31404. - Availability: Serves the region with pediatric specialists and hospital-based pediatric services.
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Insurance & Payment
Not published.
Languages Spoken
Not published.
FAQs
What pediatric services are available at Memorial Health Dwaine & Cynthia Willett Children’s Hospital of Savannah?
The hospital offers a range of pediatric services including NICU, PICU, pediatric emergency department, pediatric specialty units, hematology/oncology care, and surgical recovery areas.
Does the hospital provide neonatal intensive care and specialized pediatric units?
Yes. It features a Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) among other child-focused units.
Is there 24/7 emergency pediatric care?
Yes, there is full-service, 24/7 pediatric emergency care.
Are physical rehabilitation services available for children?
Yes, physical therapy and rehabilitation services are available on inpatient and outpatient basis, including speech language therapy and gait training.
Is there a Ronald McDonald House for families?
Yes, the hospital has a Ronald McDonald House that serves as a home away from home for families of patients.
Social Media
What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Healthgrades (Dr. Micah Riegner, MD): 5.0 star rating (58 reviews)
- Birdeye (Children's Care Infectious Disease): 5.0 star rating (4 reviews)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Aimee Behnke, MD): 5.0 star rating (7 reviews)
- Yelp (Memorial University Medical Center): 1.9 stars (135 reviews)
Patients praise
- Many individual pediatricians receive high ratings for competence and communication
- Some patients appreciate the speed and efficiency of the children's emergency services
- Staff in specific departments (such as PICU) are frequently praised for their care and compassion
Common complaints
- Reports of unprofessional or rude staff behavior
- Concerns regarding cleanliness and facility maintenance
- Complaints about billing and administrative processes
- Understaffing concerns reported by employees and patients
- Reports of long wait times in the ER
"Doctor Riegner is an amazingly doctor! She takes the time to talk to us and explain in detail, and really cares about her patients."
- Healthgrades"The absolute worst children's hospital I have ever been to... They lied to me and told me they was giving my child all his medicines and they were not which caused some pretty serious issues."
- LocalityBiz"I suggest you take hiring more seriously. Teach courtesy to staff (that includes everybody)... Unhelpful is the best word I can use to describe them."
- MyNeedsNetworkSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 - sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Memorial Children’s Hospital turns five - Mar 26, 2026
- Memorial Health NICU earns top level designation for high-risk babies | WSAV-TV - Dec 6, 2025
- Best of Savannah Doctors 2025 | Savannah Magazine - Sep 1, 2025
- Georgia awards $16.7M to fund new residency programs in Savannah - Mar 5, 2026
- Evans Memorial expanding pediatric services - Aug 6, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
Other pediatrics clinics in Savannah
Comparing your options?
See other pediatrics clinics in Savannah, or search the full directory by insurance, ratings, and more.
