WATERTOWN, NY — Carthage Area Hospital (CAH), a member of the North Star Health Alliance (NSHA), is excited to announce a new pediatric care center for families in the North Country. Beginning January 6, 2025, North Star Pediatrics will open its doors at 1571 Washington St, Suite 107, Watertown, NY, offering high-quality care for children in a convenient new location.
The team at North Star Pediatrics will feature trusted providers Dr. Josiree Ochotorena, MD, FAAP, Dr. Fernando Ongkingco III, MD, FAAP, Dr. Sandra Timerman, MD, FAAP; and Joyce Ndungu, FNP, who previously cared for families at Child and Adolescent Health Associates.
These familiar faces will continue to deliver the same personalized and expert care patients have come to rely on, now with the added support and resources of CAH and the NSHA.
“We understand the importance of consistency and continuity of care in pediatrics,” said Dr. Josiree Ochotorena, Medical Director of Child and Adolescent Health Associates. “Current patients can rest assured that the care they receive will remain the same, as we are committed to delivering personalized, patient centered care. By joining the North Star Health Alliance, we are gaining access to enhanced resources that will strengthen pediatric services for families in our community.”
Families can feel confident knowing their trusted providers will continue to deliver the same compassionate care, with no changes to existing care plans or quality of service. At the same time, North Star Pediatrics is excited to welcome new families, expanding access to exceptional healthcare for all children in the community.
As part of the North Star Health Alliance, the team will have access to enhanced resources and support, allowing them to provide even more comprehensive and collaborative care.
Conveniently located in the North Country Orthopaedic Group(NCOG) building in Watertown, North Star Pediatrics also offers families seamless access to same-day orthopedic and sports injury clinics, along with imaging services through NCOG—ensuring timely care when it’s needed most.