I believe in working with families to understand their concerns and act in the best interest of their child.
About Vanessa Gildenstern, MD
Vanessa Gildenstern, MD, is an urgent care physician at Phoenix Children's.
Dr. Gildenstern graduated summa cum laude with her bachelor's degree from Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas, where she was also a member of Phi Beta Kappa and the Alpha Chi National College Honor Society. She earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas and completed her pediatric residency and pediatric dermatology fellowship training at Phoenix Children's in Phoenix.
She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and is a member of the Society for Pediatric Dermatology. Dedicated to training the next generation of physicians, Dr. Gildenstern spent more than a decade of her career with a special focus on graduate medical education. She has presented at graduate medical education conferences hosted by Phoenix Children's on topics such as infectious diseases in dermatology and vascular lesions. Dr. Gildenstern has also published research in peer-reviewed publications, including Pediatric Dermatology and the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology Case Reports.
In her free time, Dr. Gildenstern enjoys time with her family, reading British mysteries, trying new recipes and walking her dog.
Medical School / Education
University of Texas Southwestern, Dallas, TX
Internship
Phoenix Children's Hospital, Phoenix, AZ
Residency
(Pediatrics) Phoenix Children's, Phoenix, AZ
Fellowship
(Pediatric Dermatology) Phoenix Children's, Phoenix, AZ
Pediatrics
American Board of Pediatrics
Pediatric Dermatology
Pediatrics
Professional Affiliations
Member, Society for Pediatric Dermatology
Dani A, Price HN, Gildenstern V. "Telangiectatic Patches in a 10-year-old Boy" Pediatr Dermatol. 2024 Mar-Apr;41(2):325-327. doi: 10.1111/pde.15442. Epub 2023 Oct 11. PMID: 37822016
Dani A, Ede K, Price H, Gildenstern V. "Cushingoid Clinical Features in a Pediatric Patient Taking a Natural Supplement: Buyer Beware" JAAD Case Rep. 2023 Sep 7:41:68-70. doi: 10.1016/j.jdcr.2023.08.035. eCollection 2023 Nov. PMID: 37877092
Montoya L, et al. "Disseminated Blastomycosis in an African American Immunocompetent Pediatric Patient: Lessons Learned" Pediatr Dermatol. 2023 Nov-Dec;40(6):1097-1100. doi: 10.1111/pde.15312. Epub 2023 Apr 19. PMID: 37073716
Duchatalet S, et al. "Mutations in PERP Cause Dominant and Recessive Keratoderma" J Invest Dermatol. 2019 Feb;139(2):380-390. doi: 10.1016/j.jid.2018.08.026. Epub 2018 Oct 12. PMID: 30321533
Taylor S, et al. "Metastatic Choriocarcinoma Masquerading as a Congenital Glabellar Hemangioma" Pediatr Dev Pathol. 2019 Jan-Feb;22(1):59-64. doi: 10.1177/1093526618765039. Epub 2018 Mar 16. PMID: 29546798
Rating & Reviews
They were absolutely amazing
The Doctor we had was Amazing. Very professional and seemed well qualified. Made sure we understood everything we needed to know, to do whatever was necessary when we left. The Staff went over and above what could have been their duties to make sure we were well informed about everything before and after we saw the Doctor and to see that we were well attended to. Thank You for such an awesome experience. Our appointment was later in the evening, and if they were worn or tired, they never showed it and were Courteous, Cheerful, and Respectful throughout our visit.
Amazing experience! I have taken all my kids here and have always had a great experience. By far my favorite urgent care.
We had a great experience here. It was clean, everything was incredibly efficient, and staff were so kind. Special shout out to Nicole and Nick for engaging so beautifully with my 6 year old and Dr. G for her attention to detail, patience, and explantations. Going to urgent care on a Saturday is never fun, but this experience was honestly the best it could be! I was *very* impressed from start to finish.
Appointment started on time and we were in and out in a timely fashion. My son has been sick with the stomach flu for a week and he was still not feeling himself. Turns out the provider figured out he had an ear infection. Glad we got an answer and my son will be on his way to being more himself!
I truly always heard great things about PCH and was so comfortable to bring it my child due to the circumstances because I knew he would be in the best hands. Being there I was so glad to feel even better leaving and understood. Everyone was so kind, and made sure to make my son smile. Awesome people!
We were just at another urgent care where there was maybe 5 mins spent with us. This was the completely opposite experience. We were listened to and heard! We finally have some answers after my daughter struggling for the past 5 months!
Our experience with this urgent care was absolutely amazing. We were treated with respect. They did answer all of my questions. My appointment was made for a later time and they were able to get me in within 10 minutes of arriving. They were very thorough with my request under the circumstances of my son's symptoms, even though this was a drive a bit out of my way I will do this location again and the closest one to me is less than a mile away !!!
This visit was one of the best experiences I've had with a children's urgent care. Nurses were kind and friendly. Doctor was very thorough and answered all my questions. My child and I were treated very nicely. I'm very satisfied with my visit. I would definitely use this facility in the future.
I like the fact that they can always get me in as soon as possible . Location is great
We had a wonderful experience at this urgent care. The provider was truly outstanding'_thorough, compassionate, and attentive to every concern. From the very beginning, the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, making us feel comfortable and welcomed right away. The care was both excellent and comprehensive, yet everything was handled efficiently in just a little over an hour. I was very pleased with the entire visit and truly appreciate the level of professionalism and kindness we received.
This was our first experience with PCH Urgent Care and it was smooth and easy from start to finish. We received great care.
Very friendly staff, accommodating, and respectful. Great experience!!
All the nurses and Doctors were amazing. They made my son feel at ease and did not shame him for crying over the pain. This is always the place I think of when my child needs care after hours. Thank you all
We were there for what turned out to be a very serious issue that led to a hospital stay. The assistant who took his vitals, the nurse and the doctor were all fabulous. They acted with urgency but not panic and were great with our son. They worked well with the paramedics when they arrived, as well.
All staff were so gentle and understanding of how my child was feeling. It was a great experience for him and me as a parent to see how comforted he was. I was given very clear instructions for aftercare and all of my questions were answered.
The care my child received last night was excellent! Every single person we dealt with was very kind & caring from start to finish. The provider was very thorough.
It was a greater experience. The provider was able to explain everything and detailed, and the nurses were really nice and helpful.
The doctor was amazing. Very nice and knowledgeable. My daughter was nervous and the doctor made her feel at ease. She was very nice.
We've had nothing but great experiences with all of the providers we have seen. This was a new provider and just like all the others, she was amazing.
Dr. Gildenstern was great. Thank you
We loved Vanessa!
Amazing experience, from the medical assistant to the resident and the doctor everyone was super kind and helpful. The Doctor was patient with my toddler and explained things in a way I would understand. I would highly recommend.