--- title: "Dr. Catherine Pourdavoud | Pediatrician in Livermore, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Dr. Catherine Pourdavoud, M.D., FAAP practices Pediatrics in Livermore, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-catherine-pourdavoud-1094455511" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Catherine Pourdavoud, M.D., FAAP ![Catherine Pourdavoud, M.D., FAAP](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/2pbBuG963xp82C0nGqe0VS6YO3_5Cvl4cPzMvXuM_7E/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) # Catherine Pourdavoud, M.D., FAAP ## Pediatrics - Accepting new patients [7683 Southfront RoadSuite 100Livermore, CA 94551](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=7683+Southfront+Road+Livermore%2C+CA+94551+US) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-catherine-pourdavoud-1094455511#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-catherine-pourdavoud-1094455511#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-catherine-pourdavoud-1094455511#provider-locations) - [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-catherine-pourdavoud-1094455511#provider-services) ## About Dr. Pourdavoud Languages English and Assyrian (Fluent) Gender Female Ages treated Children under 18 Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging Offers [video visits](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-care/video-visits) for existing patients ### Approach to care Hello! My name is. Dr. Catherine Pourdavoud Habash and I am a board-certified pediatrician passionate about caring for children and families with compassion, curiosity, and heart. It is an absolute joy and honor being a pediatrician. One of the best parts of being a pediatrician is watching children grow from infancy to adulthood. My approach blends evidence-based medicine with a deep commitment to personalized thoughtful care, from a baby’s first days to a patient’s teen years. I emphasize preventative care in my practice and hope to help build healthy habits early in life. I believe that medicine is more than just diagnoses-it’s about connection, trust, and being there for families through every milestone. Whether I’m answering questions about newborn feeding, navigating school-age challenges, or supporting teens as they build confidence and independence, I’m here to empower and partner with parents every step of the way. I aim for both parents and patients to feel heard and truly cared for. I strive to create an experience that is not only reassuring for parents but also fun, warm, and inviting for kids. In my exam room, laughter and stickers go hand-in-hand with stethoscopes and otoscopes. I love using playful tools such as my dinosaur reflex hammer or light up frog light, imagination, and a gentle tone to turn nervous moments into smiles, giggles, and proud high-fives. My goal is to help children feel safe, seen, and in charge of their health. I have special interests in newborn care and breastfeeding support, pediatric nutrition, and early literacy. I am also a certified lactation educator (CLE). Thank you for visiting my page. I look forward to meeting you and your child in the office! I support the American Academy of Pediatrics' (AAP) and the California Dept of Public Health's (CDPH) guidelines and schedules on vaccinations to protect your child's and the community's health. ### Professional highlights American Academy of Pediatrics. ### Outside of medicine Outside of Medicine, Dr. Pourdavoud loves spending time with her husband and goldendoodle. She enjoys cooking, baking, trying new restaurants, and gratitude journaling. To maintain a healthy lifestyle, she also loves pilates, barre, and Zumba exercise classes. ## Education and training **Medical school:** University of California, Davis **Internship:** Kaiser Permanente Northern California, Pediatrics **Residency:** Kaiser Permanente Northern California, Pediatrics ## Board certifications - Pediatrics ## Affiliations ### Medical groups - Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (19 plans)** ### Aetna - Aetna Choice POS II - Aetna Select EPO - Aetna Select Open Access - Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA) - Aetna Student Health Program - Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA) - Health Fund POS - HMO - HMO Deductible Plans - Managed Choice POS - National Advantage Plan (NAP) - Open Access Elect Choice EPO - Open Access Managed Choice POS - Open Choice PPO - Quality Point of Service (QPOS) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) - Copay Plan - Open Access Aetna Select - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) ACA High Deductible Health Plan POS II (ACA HDHP-POS II) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) High Deductible Health Plan POS II (HDHP POS II) - Traditional Choice **Alignment (4 plans)** ### Alignment - Alignment Health Plan My Choice (Medicare Advantage PPO) - Alignment Health Sutter Advantage +More (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage PPO) **Anthem Blue Cross of California (21 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Advantage PPO (Tier 1) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO Saver Small Group Plan - Anthem Blue Cross HMO, also sometimes known as California Care or Rural Cal Care (includes CalPERS Traditional HMO) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO/POS (California Care Plus) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual and Family EPO Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum-Covered California (Pathway - EPO) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Blue Cross Small Group HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Anthem High Performance Narrow Network - Anthem Medicare Preferred PPO Medicare Advantage Plans for Group Retirees - Behavioral Health Program - BlueCard - CareAdvocate PPO - Direct Access - Federal Employee Program (FEP) - PPO - GeoBlue - Indemnity - Managed Care Services - My Choice PPO - SmartSense **Blue Shield of California (24 plans)** ### Blue Shield of California - Active Choice PPO - Administrative Services Only (ASO) - Self-Funded PPO - Blue Shield $0 Cost Share PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield Access+ HMO CalPERS Limited Network - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan - Blue Shield Added Advantage POS (Point-Of-Service) Plan**Note:** - PPO Benefit Level - Blue Shield Bronze PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield CalPERS EPO - Blue Shield CalPERS Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Gold PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Life and Health Insurance Company - Blue Shield Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Minimum Coverage PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield of California PPO/EPO (aka Full Network PPO/EPO) - Blue Shield Platinum PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Silver PPO (IFP & Small Group) - BlueCard Plan - Federal Employee Program - PPO**Note:** - FEP accesses Anthem Blue Cross for Hospital Providers - Indemnity - PERS Platinum PPO - Shared Advantage - PPO/EPO and Shared Advantage Plus - PPO/EPO (Full Network PPO) - UC Care PPO - University of California HealthSavings+ - Vital Shield 900 Plans Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations [Livermore Care Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/livermore-care-center-2012678031) 7683 Southfront Road Suite 100 Livermore, CA 94551 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=7683+Southfront+Road+Livermore%2C+CA+94551+US) [800-478-8837](tel:+18004788837) 510-679-6581 Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed ## Areas of expertise Explore the services and treatments this provider may offer. **Clinical expertise** ### Procedures - Frenectomy ### Conditions - Breastfeeding - Eczema ### Reasons for visit - Evidence-Based Medicine - Healthy Lifestyle - [Newborn Care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/newborn-and-baby-care) - Pediatric nutrition - Preventive Medicine - [Well Child Exam](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/well-child-care) - Wellness care ## Related services offered by Sutter - [Pediatric weight management program](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/pediatric-weight-management-program) ## From Dr. Pourdavoud [Health & wellness ### Child speech development milestones Find answers to common questions about speech development.](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/child-speech-development-milestones-and-more) [Health & wellness ### Signs of Diabetes in Kids Type 1 diabetes symptoms in kids can include frequent urination, excessive thirst, weight loss and fatigue. Learn when to call your provider.](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/signs-of-diabetes-in-kids) [Health & wellness ### Caring for a Newborn's Penis Learn how to wipe a baby boy after pee, when wiping is necessary and how to care for a circumcised or uncircumcised newborn safely.](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/caring-for-a-newborns-penis) ## Similar providers nearby [View all](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Pediatrics%22%5D%7D%5D&limit=10&staticFilters=%5B%7B%22displayName%22%3A%22Sutter+Health+provider%22%2C%22selected%22%3Atrue%2C%22filter%22%3A%7B%22kind%22%3A%22fieldValue%22%2C%22fieldId%22%3A%22c_providerIsSutterHealth%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%2C%22value%22%3Atrue%7D%7D%2C%7B%22displayName%22%3A%22Near%3A+Livermore+Care+Center%22%2C%22selected%22%3Atrue%2C%22filter%22%3A%7B%22kind%22%3A%22fieldValue%22%2C%22fieldId%22%3A%22c_offices.officeOrFacility.builtin.location%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24near%22%2C%22value%22%3A%7B%22lat%22%3A37.71486575542364%2C%22lng%22%3A-121.70322096098141%2C%22radius%22%3A16093%7D%7D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) - ![Rakhi Mehrotra](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/w99FrVNxY6_kLtMrJKpBitl_wSQANP2Nh_71glFL26A/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) ### [Rakhi Mehrotra, M.D., FAAP](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-rakhi-mehrotra-1046247414) (64) 7683 Southfront Road Suite 100 Livermore, CA 94551 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=7683+Southfront+Road+Livermore%2C+CA+94551+US) [800-478-8837](tel:+18004788837) #### Pediatrics - Accepting new patients - ![Sarah B. 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