Andrew T. Nguyen, MD

Pediatricians in Manhattan often cluster near hospitals; it’s a practical choice for parents who want quick access to specialists. Andrew T. Nguyen, MD, operates at 550 1st Ave, a building that’s easy to spot if you’re familiar with the blocks around NYU Langone. The office includes a restroom—small details that matter when you’re juggling a stroller, a diaper bag, and a toddler who’s decided the waiting room is a racetrack. Nothing about the location is flashy, but that’s the point; it’s a place where the focus stays on routine check-ups and the occasional fever that spikes at 2 a.m.

Directions can be finicky in this part of the city, especially with construction detours near the FDR. A quick call to (212) 562-6341 might save you a lap around the block. For a map that updates in real time, the listing is here. The neighborhood itself is a mix of medical offices and apartment buildings, so parking is what it usually is—competitive. Bring a book; kids have their own sense of timing.