Thomas Silverman, MD

28 years ago on March 24^th Dr. Silverman saved my daughter’s life. She was two weeks late, breach, her hips dislocated and I was in full eclampsia. He swoop as they cut her from me and cradled her in his arms so gently, her skin was black gray, there was no crying. He worked with lungs and brought my incredible girl to life, he handed me back a beautiful 9lbs 9 oz. pink healthy baby… That is now an incredible healthy woman!
He was also there for my second daughter’s birth, less complicated, but I felt safe with him there!

We have brought our two kids to see Dr. Silverman for years — he provides great service, as I sit here it is the day after Christmas and he squeezed us in on super short notice. It’s always a much better experience than other doctors like at PAMF where you have to wait a long time and deal with a lot of bureaucratic hassle just to see a doctor for a few minutes. Dr. Silverman’s office just scored 100% in an audit by the Central Coast Alliance for Health.

He’s great! I’ve recommended him to many friends. He has a personal touch managing his own practice. Completely trust his medical opinion. Don’t email him, he’ll charge you for the time to email you back which isn’t covered by insurance, but can be a time saver if you can avoid an appointment.

I have 4 children and have been going to Dr. Silverman for over 15 years. He is the BEST!!! He works so hard and his care for his patients is top notch. He is always there to listen and do what he can to help with whatever your child is going through. I feel so comfortable with him and he never makes you feel like you are asking a «dumb» question and I know I have asked my fair share of them over the years. I am so thankful that we found Dr. Silverman years ago and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a fantastic pediatrician.

Dr. Tom has been my four children’s pediatrician since 1999. His office staff know us by name and always takes those extra steps to ensure everything is accurate and complete. Besides treating the routine illnesses of childhood, Dr. Tom saved my sons life during a period when he was misdiagnosed by specialists. Dr. Tom knew there was something more going on and despite the hospital sending him away with one diagnosis that although correct, was not the complete picture, he refused to accept their final verdict and pleaded with the right specialist to run more tests. Turns out, my youngest son had an extremely rare life threatening condition and without proper medication, he would not be here with us. He is how thriving and has made a wonderful turnaround. We are forever grateful to Dr. Silverman for pursuing his gut instinct and not giving up on my son.
He also has cool toys in his office!

Dr. Silverman has been our pediatrician for 12 years. I have two daughters that see him. He is exceptional! We have never been disappointed. He is excellent with both the technical aspects of his profession and the interpersonal. A rare combination!

Best pediatrician ever! Very clean and sweet office! Dr. Silverman is so knowledgable about most every concern you may have about your child. Highly recommended.

It’s kind of hard to believe there is a doctor THIS good still caring for kids in today’s crazy health care world. Dr. Tom is kind, thorough, present, knowledgeable and willing to pinch hit for you should your kids need specialized help. We really can’t thank him enough for taking such great care of our daughter. The office is wonderful. The staff always seems to find a way to squeeze you in, even for last-​minute appointments. LOVE HIM!

LOVE HIM, LOVE HIM, LOVE HIM!!!
Dr. Tom (as we lovingly call him) is great! He has cared for our four children since our oldest was six months old!

Dr. Silverman was the on call doctor when I had my daughter. I hadn’t picked a pediatrician yet and was so glad that I found him. His office is just him, so you know that you’ll always see your doctor and not get passed around. His office is clean and designed specifically for children. He is great with kids of all ages (my daughter has been seeing him for 4 years and is never nervous when we’re going to see him)
He responds to phone calls himself if you have any concerns about your child and if you need a same day appointment, 99% of the time he will fit you in.
Best pediatrician in Santa Cruz!