Compassionate
Pediatric Care for
Growing Families

Trusted care for babies, children, and teens
from their first checkup through every stage.

Ronald I. Jones Pediatrics providers

Comprehensive Care

Well visits, sick visits, and ongoing care for every stage of childhood.

Vaccines & Prevention

Stay protected with recommended vaccines and preventive care.

Newborn to Teen

From newborn checkups to teen health, we’re here for your growing family.

Trusted & Local

Proudly serving families in Phoenix and surrounding communities.

Meet Our Providers

Ronald I. Jones M.D.

Ronald I. Jones M.D.

Dr. Jones is a native of Louisville, Kentucky. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Concordia College.

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Asma Jafri M.D.

Asma Jafri M.D.

Dr. Jafri is a Board Certified Pediatrician and fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

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Jessica L. Ruiz

Jessica L. Ruiz

DNP, RN, FNP-C

Jessica was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA. After serving in the US Army, she moved to Arizona.

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Martha Lopez PA-C

Martha Lopez PA-C

Born in California but raised in Phoenix, she received her degree from Arizona State University.

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Ronald I. Jones M.D.

Ronald I. Jones M.D.

Dr. Jones is a native of Louisville, Kentucky. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Concordia College.

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Asma Jafri M.D.

Asma Jafri M.D.

Dr. Jafri is a Board Certified Pediatrician and fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

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Jessica L. Ruiz

Jessica L. Ruiz

DNP, RN, FNP-C

Jessica was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA. After serving in the US Army, she moved to Arizona.

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Martha Lopez PA-C

Martha Lopez PA-C

Born in California but raised in Phoenix, she received her degree from Arizona State University.

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Practice updates

Important announcements

01

Flu vaccines now available

Call our office today to schedule your child for their yearly flu vaccine.

02

RSV vaccines

Infants less than 8 months of age are eligible to receive a one-time dose of Beyfortis to help prevent severe RSV disease.

03

Environmental & food allergy testing

We are now offering testing in the office for environmental and food allergies. Call for an appointment today.

Why families choose us

Care designed around children and parents.

  • Same-day appointments
  • Sports physicals, well-checks, and immunizations
  • Several doctors and nurse practitioners available
  • 24-hour phone triage support
  • Separate waiting rooms for sick and well children
  • Most insurance plans accepted

About our providers

Experience, service, and a love for children

Dr. Ronald Jones M.D., P.C.

Dr. Jones is a native of Louisville, Kentucky. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota in 1975, majoring in Biology with minors in Chemistry and Psychology. He attended the University of Kentucky College of Medicine, graduating in 1979.

He completed Pediatric Specialty training through the Phoenix Hospitals Affiliated Pediatric Program at Good Samaritan Hospital, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Phoenix Indian Medical Center, and Maricopa Medical Center in 1982. He served in the U.S. Public Health Service for two years in a medically underserved area of Louisville and later practiced privately there for three years.

Board Certified in Pediatrics since 1987, Dr. Jones returned to Phoenix and practiced at Thomas-Davis Medical Center until 1997. After a two-year sabbatical caring for children in homeless shelters, he returned to private practice in 1999 and opened his own practice in 2003. Outside medicine, he is committed to family and church activities.

His favorite Bible verse is Psalms 127:3: “Lo, children are a heritage of the Lord: and the fruit of the womb is His reward.”

Dr. Asma Jafri M.D., P.C.

Dr. Asma Jafri is a Board Certified Pediatrician and Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She received her medical degree from Dow Medical College in Pakistan and was acknowledged for excellence in medical diagnosis. She completed one year of preliminary Internal Medicine at Maricopa Medical Center and a three-year pediatric residency at St. Joseph’s Hospital.

Dr. Jafri has been a private pediatrician in the Valley since 2003. Her medical interests include special-needs children, newborn care, child behavior, adolescent care, and asthma care. She has volunteered with Head Start and provided sports physicals for Pop Warner. She is married with three children and enjoys hiking, traveling, fine dining, reading, and family time.

Jessica Ruiz, DNP, RN, FNP-C

Jessica was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. After serving in the U.S. Army, she moved to Texas and earned an Associate Degree in Nursing from South Texas College in 2004. She began her nursing career in telemetry at U.T. Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas before relocating to Arizona in 2006.

Jessica completed the RN-BSN program at Arizona State University in 2010, a Master of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner in 2014, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Grand Canyon University in 2022. She is board certified and has experience in pediatrics, telemetry, diabetes education, home health, and school nursing. She is married and has three children.

Martha Lopez, PA-C

Born in California and raised in Phoenix, Martha earned her Bachelor’s degree from Arizona State University and a Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Northern Arizona University. She began her career in Pediatric Endocrinology and has experience with thyroid disease and diabetes care.

Martha enjoys working with the pediatric population. She is married, has one daughter, and enjoys family time, traveling, and hiking.

The Ronald I. Jones Pediatrics staff
Our pediatric care team
Ronald I. Jones Pediatrics staff celebrating with families
Creating a welcoming experience for children and families

Payments & insurance

Flexible options and broad insurance participation

We provide flexible payment options and accept a diverse number of insurance plans.

Insurance

When we are contracted with your plan, we electronically bill it for services rendered. If we are not contracted, payment is due at the time of service.

Co-payments

All co-payments are due in full at the time service is rendered.

Coverage changes

Notify our office before your appointment if your insurance changes.

Balances

Balances caused by deductibles, co-insurance, or non-covered services are due in full.

Insurance cards

Bring your insurance card to every visit.

View accepted insurance plans

This list is subject to change. Contact your insurance plan to verify current participation.

  • Aetna
  • Ameriben
  • United Healthcare Community Plan
  • Arizona Benefit Options
  • Assurant Health
  • AZFMC
  • Arizona Complete Health
  • Bashas Benefit Trust
  • Banner University
  • Benefit Options
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Care First AHCCCS
  • CBCA
  • CHW
  • Cigna
  • City of Mesa
  • CMDP
  • Coventry Health
  • Definity Health
  • First Health
  • Fortified-PPO
  • Gilsbar
  • Golden Rule
  • Ambetter
  • Health Care Connect
  • Stewart Health Choice
  • Healthnet
  • Arizona Care Network
  • Humana
  • Lifewise
  • Lumenos
  • Mercy Care Plan
  • Connected Care
  • Mountain States Administrators
  • Multi Plan
  • Pacificare
  • PHCS
  • Bright Health
  • Private Health Care Systems
  • Schaller Anderson
  • Triwest/Tricare
  • United Health Care
  • Zenith Administrators
  • Banner Aetna

Well-child care

Recommended examination schedule

Newborn 1 Month 2 Months 4 Months 6 Months 9 Months 12 Months 15 Months 18 Months 2 Years 30 Months Yearly from 3 to 21

It is very important that you bring your child’s immunization record to each well visit.

View the CDC birth–18 immunization schedule →

Patient forms

Prepare for your appointment

Download, print, and complete the appropriate forms before your first appointment. Bring your insurance card and your child’s shot record.

01

Temporary Medical Guardianship

Contact our office to request the current guardianship form and instructions.

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02

Medical Records Release

Records released to parents require a completed request and a $25 processing fee.

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03

FMLA Paperwork

Please contact the office before submitting FMLA paperwork. A $25 form fee applies.

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Bring to every appointment

  • Current insurance card
  • Child’s immunization record
  • Completed forms
  • Medication list and pharmacy information

Frequently asked questions

Helpful answers for families

Where are you located?

Our mailing address is 961 N. McQueen Road, Chandler, Arizona 85225. We are located on the southeast corner of McQueen and Ray Road, directly behind a CVS pharmacy.

What are your office hours?

We are open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday. Our office is closed daily for lunch from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

How can I get a refill on my prescription?

Please contact your pharmacy first. Please allow two business days for processing.

Who do I talk to for medical advice after hours or on weekends?

Call our office and follow the directions on our automated system.

Can I always see the doctor I want?

When appointments are scheduled in advance, you can generally see the doctor of your choice. For a sick child, we will try to accommodate your preference. If that provider is unavailable, we will arrange care with an available provider so your child can be seen as quickly as possible.

Who can help me with billing or payment questions?

For billing questions, call our outside billing agency at 602-354-4682. Payments may be mailed to our office or made by phone.

Do you charge for medical records or FMLA forms?

Yes. There is a $25 fee for medical records released to parents and a $25 fee for all FMLA forms.

What should I know about Motrin and Tylenol dosages?

If your child is three months old or younger and has a fever, call our office. Do not alternate Tylenol and Motrin unless directed by a doctor or triage nurse, because these medications require careful observation and monitoring.

Recommended urgent care and emergency facilities

Banner Children’s at Banner Desert
1400 S. Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 412-5437

Phoenix Children’s Hospital
1919 E. Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 933-1900

Mercy Gilbert Medical Center
3555 S. Val Vista Drive, Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 728-7300

All Kids Urgent Care
1455 S. Stapley Drive, Ste. 1, Mesa, AZ
(480) 633-1111 · Daily 12–10 p.m.

PCH Urgent Care
5131 E. Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ 85206
(602) 933-0002 · Mon–Fri 5–11 p.m.; Sat–Sun 10 a.m.–7 p.m.

Family resources

Websites and tools we recommend

New MyPlate resources for families

Healthy children begin with healthy families. When families work together, they can establish healthier lifestyle choices for their children.

Explore MyPlate family resources ↗

What parents say

Families feel at home here

“Dr. Jones is really an amazing doctor, and my experience with Dr. Jafri tells me she is awesome, too.”Jennifer W. · Yelp
“Immediately upon meeting Dr. Jones I felt at ease and completely relieved to know I found our pediatrician.”Cher T. · Yelp
“Drs. Jones and Jafri, and their staff, are all so friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable.”Google Review
“I love this doctor. He is great! They make you feel like family.”Google Review

Pediatrician near you

Pediatric care for Chandler and the East Valley

Our Chandler pediatric office welcomes families from across the East Valley for well-child visits, sick visits, immunizations, newborn care, sports physicals, and ongoing pediatric care from infancy through adolescence.

  • Chandler, Arizona
  • Gilbert, Arizona
  • San Tan Valley, Arizona
  • Mesa, Arizona
  • Tempe, Arizona
  • Queen Creek, Arizona
  • Maricopa, Arizona
  • Scottsdale, Arizona

Contact Ronald I. Jones Pediatrics

Questions, appointments, and office information

Call our office at (480) 222-8080 if you need an appointment, have questions, or are seeking medical advice.

Fax: (480) 222-3574

Business hours

Monday–Friday · 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Closed daily for lunch · 12:30–1:30 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday · Closed

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Visit our office

961 N. McQueen Road
Chandler, AZ 85225

Located on the southeast corner of McQueen and Ray Road, directly behind the CVS Pharmacy.

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