about us
Pediatric wellness center
40+ years experience
The Pediatric Wellness Center of Amarillo opened its doors for primary care services in mid-September of 2013 because Drs. Pia and Rolf Habersang are passionate about caring for children and their families. Each has over 40 years of experience in the healthcare field – she as a Nurse Practitioner and him as a Physician – mainly in Pediatrics. For many of those years, the Pedi Provider Clinic /Texas Tech Health Science Center was their home “away from home” where they provided care for children, many of them with special needs. Invariably, families who entrusted their children to their care questioned whether the “standard of care” is enough and or the right intervention for their children.
Hence, both Drs Habersang explored, researched and studied alternative approaches to allow a child to reach his or her potential in the best state of wellness even if at times illness presents itself. Their approach to strengthening a child’s immune system through healthy nutrition became the focus of not only helping children but also empowering parents through education.
That modality is based on the sayings of the father of medicine, Hippocrates who stated over 2000 years ago:
- “The Natural healing force within each of us is the greatest force in getting well.”
- “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.”
making a difference
Mission Statement
We partner with parents of infants, children, and adolescents and other systems of care that surround them so that all children will be well and healthy whatever their life circumstances, challenges and resources may be so they may succeed as early learners and have opportunities to thrive and reach their potential.
Our goal is to make a difference in the life of children by providing quality health care. We love what we do!
primary
Healthcare
After retiring in 2013 from Texas Tech Pedi Providers – Dr. Pia Habersang decided to provide a place for those families who opt to pursue primary health care for their children without the pressure to conform to conventional care (which is more likely the case within an academic setting of a Medical School), e.g. mandates for vaccinations or adherence to “protocols”.
The parents’ educated decisions about what is best for their children to optimize their well-being is an important and fundamental aspect of the relationship between parents and providers. Their questions and decisions, either way, whether to vaccinate their child or not, will always be respected at the Pediatric Wellness Center of Amarillo.
Pia Habersang, EdD, CNS, MSN, APRN
The primary provider Pia Habersang, Ed.D, CNS, MSN, APRN has over 40 years of experience in various roles and positions in the healthcare system. Prior to opening her practice Pediatric Wellness Center of Amarillo in 2013, she provided primary care as a Nurse Practitioner for over twenty years to children with diverse healthcare needs (Pedi Providers / Texas Tech Health Science Center). Her educational background of a Masters in Science of Nursing ( WTSU 1986) allows her to continue to practice as an advanced practicing nurse (APRN) which includes a strong focus on family dynamics.
Her Doctorate in Child and Youth Studies (Nova Southeastern University 1995) prepared her to apply the knowledge of early childhood development as well as developmental milestones throughout adolescence into primary care. The certificate in Biological Medicine (Marion Institute of Biological Medicine 2002) prepared her for all facets of wellness care, including the care of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder with a focus on Biological treatment modalities.
Rolf Habersang, MD, MPH & TM
Dr. Habersang is the supervising and supportive physician who co-manages patient care and is available for consults if deemed indicated. His expertise in Pediatrics encompasses General Pediatrics as well as Critical Care. Though his primary focus is a holistic approach to health care based on the principles of Functional/Biological Medicine and Homeopathy.
While the laws differ by state, nurse practitioners in Texas can work directly with patients, either under a physician’s care or as part of a health team. They can assess, diagnose, treat, and prescribe. At the Pediatric Wellness Center, Dr. Pia Habersang, EdD, CNS, APRN discusses all patient encounters with Dr. Habersang, MD on a weekly basis and consults with him depending on the issues at hand.
