About
Dr. Robyn Joseph Gutman holds board certification from the American Board of Pediatrics. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Italian Literature from Smith College in Northampton, MA, spending one of those undergraduate years studying in Florence, Italy. She then earned her medical degree from Case Western Reserve University Medical School in Cleveland, Ohio. Her pediatric residency at Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital, one of the country's top-ranked programs, gave her a strong clinical foundation.
Dr. Gutman spent her first two years in practice at Suburban Pediatrics in Cleveland before relocating to Phoenix in 2004. Over the following 19 years at Phoenix Pediatrics, she built deep expertise in both general pediatric care and complex, medically fragile patients from birth through adulthood. She launched Birdie Pediatrics in 2023, pioneering the DPC model for children in the Phoenix area. Today she serves as a guest lecturer on adolescent medicine at Northern Arizona University and speaks nationally as a leader in pediatric direct primary care. She has mentored Phoenix-area pediatricians pursuing specialized direct patient care. She is passionate about adolescent medicine, ADHD, newborn care, and chronic childhood conditions. Dr. Gutman is married to Michael Gutman, an ENT in the Valley, and they are the proud parents of three daughters. Outside the clinic, she enjoys golf, yoga, hiking, running, and travel.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Smith College, B.A. Italian Literature (Northampton, MA); one year at University of Florence, Italy
Medical School
Case Western Reserve University Medical School (Cleveland, OH)
Residency
Pediatric Residency, Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital (Cleveland, OH)
Additional Training
Guest Lecturer on Adolescent Medicine, Northern Arizona University (2022-present)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Gutman right for?
Dr. Gutman is an excellent fit for families who want a pediatrician who comes to them. Parents of newborns benefit especially from her hands-on transition-home support and direct 24/7 access. She works well with children managing chronic conditions, ADHD, or medically complex needs at any age. Teens and young adults up to age 22 also find a knowledgeable, accessible provider in Dr. Gutman. Families who value unhurried, relationship-driven care in a home setting will feel at home with her approach.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Gutman specializes in the full range of pediatric care, with particular focus on ADHD, chronic childhood conditions, and medically fragile patients. She also has deep clinical experience in newborn care and adolescent medicine. Her 20-plus years of practice cover patients from birth through age 22.
Yes. Dr. Gutman holds board certification from the American Board of Pediatrics. She earned her medical degree from Case Western Reserve University Medical School and completed her residency at the top-ranked Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital in Cleveland.
Dr. Gutman earned her MD from Case Western Reserve University Medical School in Cleveland, Ohio. She completed her pediatric residency at Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital, a nationally recognized program. She then practiced in Cleveland before moving to Phoenix in 2004.
Dr. Gutman recommends vaccines following AAP and CDC guidelines. She does not require vaccination for membership. She welcomes open conversations with families and wants every family to feel comfortable with their child's care decisions.
Yes. Dr. Gutman sees patients from newborn through age 22. She serves as a guest lecturer on adolescent medicine at Northern Arizona University, and adolescent health is one of her core clinical interests.
Dr. Gutman is a national speaker and recognized leader in pediatric direct primary care. She pioneered the DPC model for children in Phoenix and has mentored local pediatricians pursuing specialized direct patient care practices of their own.
Dr. Gutman provides dedicated support from the very start. When possible, she visits the hospital to welcome the new baby and coordinates with hospital staff on any outstanding care needs. She then arranges the first in-home visit to support the family's transition home.
Yes. Dr. Gutman offers three online programs: Baby Sleep Training, Baby Development, and a Positive Parenting Program. Each program is available for $80 and helps parents navigate common early childhood questions on their own schedule.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026