ABC Pediatrics of St. Lucie

ABC Pediatrics of St. Lucie is a pediatrician practice in Fort Pierce, Florida, serving infants, children, and adolescents with comprehensive medical care. The clinic offers a range of services including allergy testing, food and environmental allergy evaluations, same-day school and sports physicals, urgent and sick appointments, ADHD evaluations, vision and hearing screenings, oral health prevention, and childhood obesity and nutrition counseling. Care is provided by Dr. Maria Rizo, who emphasizes professional, thorough, and compassionate treatment in a warm, friendly environment. The practice operates Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with extended hours available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. After-hours care is available via an answering service, with Dr. Rizo returning calls within 20 minutes for emergencies or serious illnesses.

Dr. Maria Rizo completed her medical education at Universidad Metropolitana in 1989 and finished her pediatric residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center in 2001. She has been providing care to children in the St. Lucie area with a focus on preventive health and individualized treatment. The practice is equipped to handle acute concerns and ongoing wellness needs, including prenatal consultations and follow-up care for chronic conditions.

The clinic is located at 437 SW Bethany Drive, situated just a short distance from Southwest Saint Lucie West Boulevard and Northwest Saint Lucie West Boulevard. It lies about 0.4 miles from Renaissance Charter School of Saint Lucie and 0.5 miles from The USP Store, a post office. Florida’s Turnpike is approximately 0.7 miles away, and the Saint Lucie Trail Golf Club is about 0.9 miles from the office.

Despite a current rating of 2.40, the practice maintains a consistent presence in the community, offering accessible care and after-hours emergency support. Its location near key local institutions and major roadways supports convenient access for families across the Fort Pierce area. ABC Pediatrics of St. Lucie remains a dedicated resource for pediatric health in a region where reliable, family-centered medical services are essential.