Philosophy:

To provide the highest quality medical care available, Dr. Bucknam believes that it’s essential to work closely with parents, to listen, and to truly understand their goals and concerns. His practice emphasizes prevention and education. Good nutrition, healthy sleep, and exercise lay the foundation for a lifestyle that will minimize both physical and emotional illnesses.

Over 30 years of private practice, Dr. Bucknam has seen that one of the most important endeavors parents embark on is actually ‘parenting’. Parents of infants want to know: “How do I get my child to sleep through the night? Parents of toddlers want to know: “How do I teach self-control and obedience?” Parents of older children and adolescents want to know: “How do I teach personal responsibility and respect for others?” Learning how to teach these skills and instilling values into the heart of their child requires the right mindset, a strong family, and an intentional plan that begins in your baby’s first months of life. Helping parents learn how to accomplish these goals has become a passion for Dr. Bucknam. He believes that raising children who are respectful, resilient, and have personal responsibility are a blessing to others is possible for every family.

Education and Clinical Background:

• University of Colorado: BA in Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology
• University of Southern California School of Medicine: M.D.
• Internship: Obstetrics and Gynecology, St Joseph Hospital, Denver
• Internship: Pediatrics, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
• Residency: Pediatrics, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
• Board Certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

Positions/Awards:

• Founder, Cornerstone Pediatrics, 1993
• Chairman, Department of Pediatrics, Avista Adventist Hospital, 1993-1995
• Clinical Faculty, University of Colorado School of Medicine, 1995-2001
• Named to “Best Doctors in America”, 1996-Present
• Named to “America’s Top Pediatricians” by Consumer Research Council of America, 2004- Present
• Co-author of “On Becoming BabyWise” series (6 million copies sold in 20 languages)

Hobbies/Passions:

• Spending time with his family
• Active in church activities
• Skiing
• Hiking and fishing
• Writing and teaching parenting seminars and classes

Philosophy:

I view Pediatrics as a partnership between me and my patients and their families. I find great joy in coming alongside new parents and guiding them as they go through the journey of parenting-from birth to adulthood! I strive to offer empathetic, loving and knowledgeable care; to listen compassionately to any concerns or questions; and to support a pleasant and welcoming office environment for our patients.

Education and Clinical Background:

• Baylor University, BA, Biology
• University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, M.D.
• Internship: Pediatrics, University of Texas, Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas
• Residency: Pediatrics, University of Texas, Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas
• Board Certified by American Board of Pediatrics

Positions/Awards:

• Clinical faculty, University of Texas, Southwestern Medical Center, 1994-1995
• Magna Cum Laude, Baylor University
• Phi Beta Kappa Honor society
• Chairman, Department of Pediatrics, Avista Adventist Hospital, 2004-2006
• Named one of “America’s Top Pediatricians” by Consumer Research Council of America, 2008-2009
• Preceptor for Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, and Medical Students

Hobbies/Passions:

• Running marathons
• Skiing
• Photography
• Going to the mountains with my wife and family
• Medical mission trips to Brazil and Haiti
• Reading a good Grisham novel

Philosophy:

Dr. Miller strives to provide the highest quality, comprehensive and compassionate care of all ages and their families. He hopes to build confidence in parenting to help you raise healthy, joyful, compassionate, involved and eventually independent adults in our society and in the world. He strives to support the physical, mental, and spiritual needs of patients and their families. Dr. Miller will always provide the best, up-to-date medical treatments based in science and rigorous studies. He feels that this must always be a collaborative effort to advise what is best for your child and your family. He hopes that Cornerstone Pediatrics will always be a refuge of comfort and support.

Education and Clinical Background:

• University of California, Irvine, B.S. Biology
• University of Southern California School of Medicine, M.D.
• Internship: Pediatrics, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
• Residency: Pediatrics, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
• Fellowship: Ambulatory Pediatrics, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
• Board Certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
• Certified in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Certified in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Positions/Awards:

• Assistant Clinical Professor at University of California Irvine, 1995-1998
• Chairman, Department of Pediatrics at Avista Adventist Hospital 2009-2010
• Della M. Mudd Award for outstanding resident at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
• Named one of “America’s Top Pediatricians” by Consumer Research Council of America-2006
• Pediatric Research in the Office Setting (PROS)
• Clinical Instructor AmeriClerkships Medical Society

Hobbies/Passions:

• Fly Fishing
• Hiking and camping
• Skiing
• Reading
• Medical mission work in Mexico, India, and Brazil
• Supporting his children in equestrian and ice hockey

Philosophy:

Dr. Mez is a passionate interventionalist.  She uses her technical/analytical skills to get to the root-cause of issues regardless of how complex they are.  She is a problem-solver that works in-tandem with parents showing compassion and understanding along the way.  She consistently strives to learn and is well known among the pediatric specialist community at Children’s Hospital Colorado and Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children.  She is quick to listen to parental input, taking into account parent concerns.  She approaches children’s health from all aspects, taking into consideration soul, mind, body, and family, as she cares for her patients. 

Education and Clinical Background:

• University of Colorado: B.S. Aerospace Engineering
• University of Colorado Health Sciences Center: M.D.
• Internship: Pediatrics, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
• Residency: Pediatrics, Pediatrics, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
• Board Certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
• Certified in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Certified in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Positions/Awards:

• Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, 1998-2001
• McGraw-Hill Award- Outstanding performance in Pediatrics, 2001-2004
• Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children Pediatrician board of Advisors, 2011-2012
• Chairman, Department of Pediatrics at Avista Adventist Hospital 2014-2015
• Children’s Hospital Colorado Physician Relations Advisory Board 2020 – present

Hobbies/Passions:

• Camping and fishing in the beautiful mountains
• Skiing when it’s not cold enough to freeze her fingers, toes and nose
• Cooking delicious meals for her family and friends to enjoy
• Cheering for her kids during their soccer games, basketball games and wrestling matches regardless of how stressful it is
• Playing corn hole and pickle ball with her family
• Barbecuing with family and friends in the back yard

Education and Clinical Background:

• Andrews University, Berrien Springs: B.S. in Medical Technology
• Loma Linda University: M.D.
• Residency: Pediatrics, University of Louisville Kentucky

Certifications and Awards:

• Basic Life support
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program

Hobbies:

• Snowboarding/skiing
• Mountain biking
• Woodworking
• Fly Fishing