The transition from pediatric to adult care is not just a change of providers but a shift in how your healthcare is managed. This process happens over time and with the support of your Gillette care team. As you work toward a successful transition, Gillette will help you find an adult provider.
Your Adult Care Team
Your adult care team will be unique to your specific needs, but will likely include a Primary Care Provider (PCP) and one or more Specialists.
Primary Care Provider
All adults need a primary care provider, or PCP. PCPs do regular checkups, cancer screenings, office visits when you are sick, and help coordinate your care with specialists as needed.
Specialists
The types of specialists you need may change as you age into adulthood. Sometimes, your PCP can take the place of a specialist. Other times, specialty adult care is further specialized. You might need two adult specialists to replace one pediatric specialist that met your needs as a child.
Types of PCPs or Specialists
There are several types of PCPs and specialists to choose from, each with different types of training.
How to Find an Adult Provider
- Ask your current providers, family, friends, and community members for recommendations.
- Ask your insurance company for a list of in-network providers.
- Review our list of adult providers at the bottom of this page.
Example Questions to Ask the Clinic Before Scheduling
Here are some questions to ask when scheduling with a new provider. If you are a parent, guardian, or caregiver, you can adjust the language to ask for the patient. We know transition is complex, and you are unique. These questions are examples that may or may not apply to your unique situation. If the scheduler is unable to answer these questions, you may request to speak to a clinic manager or nurse.
- Do you see adults with disabilities (or with my specific condition)?
- Will my wheelchair, equipment, and caregiver fit in your exam rooms? Do you have a lift for exams or weighing?
- Are you currently accepting new patients? How soon can I be seen? Can I be seen sooner at another clinic location?
- Do you offer virtual care appointments?
- Do you have same-day appointments or onsite urgent care? Are there after-hours or nurse triage services available?
- What happens if I miss an appointment or arrive late?
- Do you have onsite imaging and labs, or will I need to go somewhere else to have labs drawn and imaging done?
- Do I need to sign anything to transfer my health records? How do I get my health records to you?
- What should I bring to my appointment?
Adult Care Providers Outside of Gillette Children's
The following PDF lists adult care providers by specialty. We recommend navigating the PDF by using the table of contents to jump to the pages most relevant to your care needs. Gillette Children's provides these resources as a courtesy only - the lists are not inclusive of every adult care provider within the specialties you may need. The following lists are not an endorsement or recommendation by Gillette Children's of the providers listed, the organizations associated, or the services provided. Gillette Children's is not responsible for individual outcomes or experiences or for determining whether or not the providers listed are in-network with your current insurance carrier.
If you go to a clinic you'd like us to add to our list, or if you see outdated information on our list, please fill out our feedback form with the headline “Adult Services Outside of Gillette” and we'll address your note as appropriate.
This information is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to replace the advice of your health care providers. If you have any questions, talk with your doctor or others on your health care team.
If you are a Gillette patient with urgent questions or concerns, please contact Telehealth Nursing at 651-229-3890.