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Pediatrician in Torrance & the South BayCompassionate Pediatric Care & Specialized Infant Procedures in the South Bay
Led by Lydia Elias, DO, Lighthouse Pediatrics offers compassionate wellness care for infants, children and teens across Torrance, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach and Redondo Beach.
- Same-day sick visits
- Most insurance accepted
- Hablamos español
- Board-certified careLed by a board-certified pediatrician
- Hospital privilegesTorrance Memorial & Providence LCM
- Teaching practiceClinical faculty, Western University
- Bilingual careEnglish & Español
2005Caring for kids since
20+Years of pediatric experience
0–21Ages we care for
Same daySick appointments
Specialty infant care
Specialist Care: In-Office Circumcision & Tongue-Tie Releases
A comfortable start begins with comfortable feeding. Dr. Elias performs these gentle procedures right here in our Torrance clinic — no hospital visit needed.
Gentle In-Office Circumcision
Safe, compassionate in-office infant circumcision by board-certified pediatrician Lydia Elias, DO, in Torrance. Gentle, comfort-focused care for South Bay babies.
Learn moreTongue & Lip-Tie Release (Frenotomy)
Restoring natural latch and comfortable feeding. Lydia Elias, DO, provides gentle in-office frenotomy for infants in Torrance and the Beach Cities.
Learn moreBreastfeeding & Feeding Support
Pediatric feeding support in Torrance: latch help, weight checks, tongue-tie evaluation and a free monthly feeding class with Lydia Elias, DO, for South Bay families.
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Medical Ear Piercing, Now at Lighthouse Pediatrics
Gentle, sterile ear piercing by our pediatric team, with hypoallergenic earrings, for babies 3 months and older, kids and teens.
- From 3 months of age
- Sterile, single-use equipment
- Hypoallergenic earrings
Est.2011
Welcome to Lighthouse Pediatrics
Dedicated Care for Torrance, Palos Verdes & Beach Cities Families
Since 2011, we’ve been a trusted medical home for Torrance-area families — from a baby’s first checkup to a college sports physical.
We believe great pediatric care is accessible care. We accept a wide variety of insurance plans, and if you have no insurance, a high-deductible plan, or limited income, we offer meaningful discounts. Requesting appointments, refills and new-patient paperwork can all be done right here online.
Same-day sick visitsSick kids can’t wait. Call by morning, be seen today.
Every family welcomeWide insurance acceptance and discounts for uninsured or high-deductible families.
Bilingual careSpanish-speaking physician on staff. Hablamos español.
Education firstFree prenatal classes and a growing video library for parents.
Families from across the South Bay make the short drive to our Torrance clinic.
Care in action
See all care photos Real moments from our clinic.
Checkups, screenings and plenty of smiles — a look at everyday care for our patients.
What we do
All services Comprehensive Primary Care: From Newborns to Adolescents
Well-Child Checkups
Growth, development and wellness visits from the newborn period through age 21, following AAP Bright Futures guidelines.
Same-Day Sick Visits
Fevers, ear infections, rashes and coughs — call in the morning and be seen the same day.
Vaccinations
On-schedule immunizations with clear answers to every question you have about safety and timing.
Newborn Care
First-week visits, weight checks, jaundice monitoring, and feeding support when you need it most.
Medical Ear PiercingNew
Gentle, sterile ear piercing with hypoallergenic earrings for babies 3 months and older, kids and teens.
Tongue-Tie Procedure
In-clinic frenotomy evaluation and treatment to help with latching, feeding comfort and weight gain.
Step inside
Take the full clinic tour A bright, welcoming space designed for kids.
Sunny themed exam rooms, a calm waiting room with a play table, and a front desk team ready to help.
Meet the team
Providers who listen — and genuinely love kids.
Board-certified expertise paired with real-world parenting experience.
Lydia Elias, DO
Founder & PediatricianBoard-certified pediatrician and founder of Lighthouse Pediatrics, with over 20 years caring for children.
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Christopher Ng, DO
PediatricianAward-winning pediatrician with a focus on mental health and nutrition for growing kids.
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Jamie Coles, PA
Physician AssistantNationally certified PA bringing warmth, humor and a preventive-care mindset to every visit.
Read bioAffiliated with Providence Little Company of Mary & Torrance Memorial
Our providers hold medical staff privileges at both hospitals, so care continues smoothly from the delivery room to your first checkup.
- Torrance Memorial Medical Center
- Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center
For expecting parents
Babies 101 — a free prenatal seminar with Dr. Elias.
Choosing a pediatrician is a big decision. Spend a day with us learning everything you need for the first weeks at home — and meet our team before your baby arrives.
- Newborn care in the first weeks
- Feeding — breast, bottle and everything in between
- Sleep, crying and soothing
- When to call the doctor
ComplimentaryNext: Thu, Oct 29 · 6:00 PM
See inside our practice
Get to know Dr. Elias and our approach to care.
Our free video library covers the questions parents ask most — feeding, teething, toilet training and our in-clinic tongue-tie procedure.
Browse the video libraryLoved by South Bay families.
Read what parents say about their experience with Dr. Elias and our team — and share your own.
Dr. Elias is so great and having her own family makes her super relatable as her kids are around the same age as mine. It has been a blessing to have lighthouse as our pediatric care provider they are a phone call away from any situation. Being a new mom with my first I had so much anxiety but they never made me feel like my call was a bother. I appreciate them so much for their professionalism, care and understanding for the past 9 years that I have been with them.We are so pleased to be going to see Dr. Elias since my kiddo was born. Great attentive service. I feel comfortable taking my child here and knowing that if I have an emergency the doctor is available any time to take my call.Me and wife went to the parenting class before our baby was born. It was super helpful and informative we liked the doctor so much we decided to use her as our babies doctor. And so far everything has been great to the office and the care would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a doctor for a childDr. Elias is a dream come true for this nervous first time mom! She has the best bedside manner with the kids but especially with the parents. She always answers my questions and helps calm my anxiety. Her office staff is so nice and always very accommodating. My daughter especially loves the little chairs in the waiting room and the Minnie Mouse exam room. Dr. Elias is the best!Dr. Elias is amazing! She has the most amazing manners and is so kind and understanding. As first time parents we were delighted to take her class, which was so helpful and only helped reassure us that we were comfortable with her as a pediatrician. Great staff and very clean office!Dr. Elias and her staff are amazing! They are all so warm and welcoming. Dr. Elias is so knowledgeable and put my first time mom worries at ease. We moved away and I still continued to drive to them just because I loved them so much! Definitely recommend!Real reviews from our Yelp page, shown exactly as written.
Questions?
Answers for busy parents.
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Our front desk is happy to help.
See all FAQsYes. Call us in the morning at (310) 953-0020 and we will do our best to see your child the same day for sick visits.
Ready to welcome your family?
New patients are always welcome. Book online in under a minute, or call and talk to our friendly front desk.