Pediatrics
Pediatrics
Here at Riggs, children's health is extremely important. Pediatric Sick Visits are available at our South Street location on a first come first served basis Monday through Friday from 8am to 11am and 1pm to 4pm, and Saturday from 8am to 11am.
We provide a wide range of visit types to suit your child's unique healthcare needs.
- Well Child Checks
- Immunizations
- Sports Physicals
Call (765) 742-1567 and press option #6 today to schedule an appointment or to request more information.
Location and Hours of Service
Riggs CHC
2316 South Street
2nd Floor
Lafayette, IN 47905
Monday: 8-5:30
Tuesday: 8-5:30
Wednesday: 8-5:30
Thursday: 8-5:30
Friday: 8-5:30
Saturday: 8-12
Sunday: CLOSED
Walk-Ins:
Monday - Friday: 8am-11am, 1pm-4pm
Saturday: 8:00am-11am
Walk-ins are for for sick visits only and are on a first come first served basis
Pediatric Providers
Rita Becker
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care
Education
DNP from the University of Iowa
Specialty
Pediatrics
Board Certification
Pediatric Nursing Certification Board
Languages Spoken
English
Fun Fact
I love college football season – Go Hawkeyes!
My favorite part of working at Riggs is having the opportunity to serve and provide quality care to the children and families of our community.
Pediatrics 2316 South St. Lafayette, IN 47904 765-742-1567
Kristen Gaumer
Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care
Education
Master’s Degree, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
Board Certification
Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB)
Languages Spoken
English
The personal and professional experiences that I will encounter in this residency will provide even more value in addition to a master’s degree. I will use these experiences in my future provider role. I think that enhancing my skillsets in an educational program will be more beneficial to me than learning as I go independently without this hands-on residency program. I can learn more in a shorter amount of time from this program and feel even more prepared to provide care to the vulnerable pediatric population.
Pediatrics 2316 South St. Lafayette, IN 47904 765-742-1567
Jeff Tessman
Family Nurse Practitioner
Education
Master of Science in Nursing, USI
Specialty
Adult and Pediatric Primary Care, Emergency Medicine
Board Certification
AANP
Languages Spoken
English
Fun Fact
My wife and I have four children and we enjoy watching sports (especially baseball and hockey, but anything will do) and being active as a family.
"The overall mission of the organization, great staff, and complex patient panel make Riggs CHC a challenging and rewarding experience for any provider."
Pediatrics 2316 South St. Lafayette, IN 47904 765-742-1567
Kaitlyn Thomas
Board Certified Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
Education
Purdue University, West Lafayette Post Master’s Certificate in Family Medicine Western Governors’ University Masters of Science in Nursing Education
Specialty
Family Medicine with special focus in pediatrics Acute Care
Board Certification
ANCC
Languages Spoken
English
Fun Fact
My favorite hobby is to sew, I enjoy making clothing items, quilts, and toys for my niece!
Pediatrics 2316 South St. Lafayette, IN 47904 765-742-1567