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Dr. Yolandra Hancock is a mom, physician, and public health shero who combines her hands-on clinical experience and public health expertise with her passion for building vibrant communities to provide patient-empowered “best in class” care. Her educational background includes a bachelor’s degree from UCLA, her medical doctorate from the UCLA School of Medicine, and her Master of Public Health from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. In all the work that she does as a physician, as a professor, and public health champion, Dr. Hancock is fully committed to helping to raise up the next generation to reach their full health potential.

Dr. Nkem Nnaeto, MD is a board-certified pediatrician with over twenty years of experience caring for infants, children, and adolescents. She currently offers pediatric services for those in Essex County, New Jersey and the surrounding northern New Jersey area at Universal Pediatrics, Inc in East Orange. Her special areas of interest include asthma, autism, childhood obesity, and nutrition optimization. She offers services such as Immunization, Preventive Visits, Sick Visits, Ear Piercing, Travel Vaccination, Blood Testing and more.

Dr. Nnaeto completed her residency training at Beth Israel Hospital New Jersey and holds a full unrestricted license to practice in the state of New Jersey. Her state-of-the-art facility, Universal Pediatrics, Inc. uses the latest in technology, including electronic health records and E-prescribing.

She is dedicated to ensuring personalized care that is both compassionate and comprehensive. Dr. Nnaeto will work alongside specialists when necessary and makes all reasonable efforts to ensure that wait times are reduced. She also offers same day appointments. Dr. Nnaeto looks forward to seeing you for your next appointment to build a better future for children one patient at a time.

Kathleen Mansour, MD, is a board-certified pediatrician at Millennium Pediatrics in Naperville, Illinois. Dr. Mansour prides herself on actively listening to the concerns of her patients and their families regarding development milestones, behavior, sleep, and other factors affecting childhood to come up with a healthy treatment plan.

 

Dr. Mansour graduated from the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. She then completed her pediatric residency at the Children’s Hospital Medical Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. To further her knowledge and expertise, Dr. Mansour is board-certified and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

 

Before joining the knowledgeable team at Millennium Pediatrics, Dr. Mansour served as a senior physician at The Permanente Medical Group in Sacramento, California. She then relocated to Jackson, Mississippi, to serve as an Assistant Professor at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in the Department of Pediatrics and Newborn Medicine. In 2008, Dr. Mansour moved to Chicago with her husband and their three children and joined Millennium Pediatrics.

Welcome to Family First Pediatrics, where your child's health is our top priority! We offer a wide range of comprehensive pediatric services, including medical examinations and personalized concierge care. Dr. Ruby Baksh specializes in health screenings such as vision, hearing, and sports physicals, as well as providing care for sick visits, newborns, and infants. Our team is dedicated to offering care in both English and Spanish, ensuring that all families receive the support they need. At Family First Pediatrics, we strive to be your trusted partner in your child's health and well-being.

Rahul Bhatia, MD, MPH, FAAP,  is a board-certified physician in both pediatrics and pediatric critical care. He has been in practice for over 20 years and is proud to serve children and their families at Caring Pediatrics in Tempe, Arizona. 

Dr. Bhatia completed his residency at the University of Tennessee, followed by a fellowship in pediatric critical care from Thomas Jefferson University. He then obtained a master's degree in public health from the University of Arizona. 

He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and a member of the Society of Critical Care Medicine and Society for Pediatric Sedation. Dr. Bhatia is also a Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS) and a Diplomate of the American Board of Quality Assurance. He also has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles in scientific journals and presented at national and international scientific societies.

Dr. Bhatia is affiliated with some of the best hospitals in the Valley, including Banner Health and HonorHealth . He continues to work in pediatric emergency departments and pediatric intensive care units in the Valley.

Dr. Bhatia is passionate about delivering family-centered, high-quality care. His public health and preventive medicine training help provide care that fosters disease prevention and health maintenance. He promises to treat every child and their family as a part of the Caring Pediatrics family.

 

Education/ Training

Residency: University of Tennessee College of Medicine

Fellowship: Pediatric Critical Care, Thomas Jefferson University

Additional Training: Masters of Public Health(MPH), University of Arizona

 

Research/ Publications

• Bhatia R. Critical Appraisal of: Kreymann KG, de Heer G, Nierhaus Z, Kluge S. Use of Polyclonal Immunoglobulin’s as Adjunctive Therapy for Sepsis or Septic shock. Crit Care Med. 2007 35:2677-2685.  
• Bhatia R, Cox T, Hertzog J. Surfactant Replacement Therapy in Pediatric Acute Lung Injury/ARDS. Current Respiratory Medicine Reviews. Volume 5, Number 3, Aug 2009
• Bhatia R, Shaffer T, Theroux M. Surfactant Administration Prior to One Lung Ventilation: Physiological and Inflammatory Correlates in a Piglet Model. Pediatric Pulmonology. Volume 46, Nov 2011; 1069–1078.
• Bhatia R, Mosher J, Patel N. Cerebral Venous Thrombosis in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. Pediatric Emergency Care. Jan 2013;29(1):93-7.
• Bhatia R, Penfil S. Calfactant: Is there a potential role in lung injury? Pediatr Crit Care Med. May 2014 ;15(4):385.
  
• Bhatia R, Muraskas J, Mathews HL. Glucocorticoid receptor in Critical illness: Potential Relevance in Diagnosis of Critical Illness related Corticosteroid Insufficiency in Children. J Crit Care. Aug 2014;29(4):691.
  
• Gunnala V, Guo R, Minutti C, Bhatia R. Measurement of salivary cortisol for diagnosis of CIRCI in children. Pediatr Crit Care Med. May 2015;16(4): e101-6
• Bhatia R. Role of Biomarkers in Predicting Significant Traumatic Brain Injury: An Exploratory Study. Pediatric Emergency Care. PCARE-D-19-00446R1
  
• Bhatia R, Theroux M, Penfil S, Shaffer T. Prophylactic Calfactant administration prior to One Lung Ventilation to minimize injury. Society of Critical Care Medicine Annual Conference 2009
• Rodriguez M, Bhatia R, Olivant Fisher A, Theroux M, Shaffer T. Effects of an Exogenous Surfactant (Calfactant) in an
  Animal Model of One–Lung Ventilation. Neonatal Pulmonology Publish Only. E-Pediatric Academic Society Annual Meeting May. 2009: 619.
• Rodriguez M, Bhatia R, Olivant Fisher A, Theroux M, Shaffer T. Changes in Pulmonary Function and Inflammatory Profile Secondary to Surfactant Treatment in a Translational Model of One-Lung Ventilation Strategy. American
  Thoracic Society International Conference 2010, New Orleans, LA (Am. J Respir. Crit. Care Med. 181; 2010).
  
• Bhatia R, Boriosi J, Patel N. Extensive Dural Venous Hemorrhagic Stroke during Induction therapy in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. 6th World Congress on Pediatric Critical Care.
• Bhatia R, Shahid R, Durazo-Arvizu R. Resident anxiety level prior to a Pediatric ICU rotation- Are we listening?
  Central Graduate Education Authority (CGEA) meeting.
• Gunnala V, Malone M, Minutti C, Bhatia R. Salivary Cortisol and Serum Free Cortisol Levels in Critically Ill Children:
  An Observational Study. Society of Critical Care Medicine’s Annual Congress, January 2013.
• Dumin M, Bhatia R, Minutti C. Thyrotoxic hypokalemic periodic paralysis in a hispanic teenager. 9th Joint Meeting
  of Pediatric Endocrinology, September, 2013.
• Fajardo V, Chang E, Bhatia R. Relationship of the initial adrenal stress response to mortality risk and hospital stay in
  critically ill children- World Congress on Pediatric Intensive and Critical Care, 2014.
• Yeung C, Bhatia R, Sinha M. Salivary biomarkers in Traumatic Brain Injury. American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference, 2016.

The staff at Cure With Care Pediatric believe that raising a child is a rewarding and challenging experience for parents. To support children of all ages in and around Irving, Texas, board-certified pediatrician Kshitij Bhalani, MD, provides a range of health care services, including diagnostic testing, customized treatment plans, and preventive care. Dr. Bhalani values his role in helping children, adolescents, teens, and young adults reach their full potential.

Dr. Bhalani earned his medical degree at Shri MP Shah Government Medical College in Jamnagar, India. He completed his pediatrics residency at Maimonides Infants and Children’s Hospital in Brooklyn, New York. Throughout his career, Dr. Bhalani has gained extensive experience in all aspects of pediatric health care, ranging from primary care to urgent care.

The Cure With Care Pediatric office features an on-site medical lab that provides fast, accurate test results for COVID-19, flu, asthma, and other acute and chronic conditions. Dr. Bhalani also uses in-office technologies to address injuries and monitor children’s health as part of their chronic disease management plan.

In addition to pediatric primary care, Dr. Bhalani emphasizes preventive care through well-child visits and behavioral health screenings. He also provides comprehensive newborn care services to support parents navigating the challenges of caring for a new baby.

Cure With Care Pediatric recognizes the role busy schedules play in the family dynamic. The staff makes same-day sick visits available when possible and offers flexible scheduling for routine appointments. Dr. Bhalani is also available after regular business hours through the telemedicine platform. He meets with children and their parents online to discuss their urgent care needs.

Dr. Bhalani is fluent in English, Hindi, Urdu, and Gujarati for the convenience of his patients.

Call Cure With Care Pediatric in Irving, Texas, to schedule a consultation or book an appointment online today. 

Sarah Jane is a certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. She grew up in the Midwest and attended the University of Kentucky, where she obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Following graduation, Sarah Jane started her nursing career at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) helping take care of kids with some of the most severe illnesses and injuries. After six years as a PICU nurse, Sarah Jane obtained her Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) from MUSC, where she gained advanced training in providing expanded services in diagnosing and treating various pediatric medical conditions. Upon graduation, Sarah Jane worked for over eight years in academic asthma and pulmonary disease specialty clinics as well as pediatric primary care clinic before starting Island Pediatrics. Sarah Jane enjoys spending time with her husband, two girls, their Goldendoodle puppy, playing sand volleyball, and trying out new restaurants around town.

Nadeem Hashmi, MD, is board-certified in pediatrics and neonatal-perinatal medicine. He sees and treats patients at EC Primary Care Physicians, PA, located in Columbia, Maryland. His mission is to provide compassionate and comprehensive care to mothers, infants, and children living in and around Howard County.

After earning his Doctor of Medicine in India, Dr. Hashmi completed his residency and fellowship at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland. He has accumulated over 32 years of pediatrics and neonatology experience, caring for sick and premature newborns.

Dr. Hashmi is affiliated with Howard County General Hospital in Columbia, Maryland, and several other local hospitals. He is also an active member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, which helps him stay up to date with the latest advances in his field.

To better serve Maryland's diverse communities, Dr. Hashmi speaks Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu, in addition to English.

To learn more about the services offered by Dr. Hashmi, or schedule an appointment with the team at EC Primary Care Physicians, PA, call the office or book online today.

Audrey M. Merrill, MD, is a dedicated and accomplished medical professional with a passion for pediatric medicine. She completed her pediatric residency at AdventHealth for Children in Orlando, Florida from 2021 to 2024. Audrey holds a Doctor of Medicine from St. George’s University and a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology with minors in Art and Latin from Utah State University.

Throughout her academic journey at AdventHealth for Children between 2021-2023, Audrey has made significant contributions through research projects on topics like pediatric transgender health and rheumatic fever. Her dedication to patient safety has led her to present on advocating for improved hospital settings as well.

Audrey is an accomplished violinist with over 26 years of experience playing with school orchestras as well as local ensembles. Her artistic talents are evident through drawing and painting artwork which she occasionally sells alongside sculpting marble pieces.

Rebecca Raoof, FNP-BC, is a Nurse Practitioner with specialized expertise in cosmetic and general dermatology. She is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner in 3 states: California, New York and New Jersey. Rebecca’s clinical expertise is focused on acne, acne scars, rashes, eczema, psoriasis, vitiligo, skin cancer screening, chemical peels, Botox, fillers, lasers, microneedling, PRP and performing excisions for cysts and skin cancer. Her calm demeanor and friendly approach make her easily approachable by her patients. With her deep passion for the Dermatology field, Rebecca enthusiastically strives to help each individual patient achieve the best cosmetic and medical treatment available and educates about skin cancer prevention.

Rebecca received her undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley, where she studied psychology. She later went on to receive her second Bachelor's in Nursing as well as her Masters in Family Nurse Practitioner at Columbia University in the city of New York. She continued her focused education in Dermatology under the tutelage of Dr. David Goldberg of Skin Laser and Surgery Specialists of NY and NJ where she completed her Dermatology Fellowship. There she gained a profound knowledge of cosmetic and medical dermatology as well as an understanding of the use of lasers.

In her spare time, Rebecca enjoys cooking, crafting, hiking, spending time with her family and her golden doodle, Hudson, and watching the Mindy Project. Rebecca is thrilled to join her father’s practice and excited to provide excellent dermatological care to the Los Angeles community.

Dr. Derica N. Sams is a board-certified pediatrician with subspecialty fellowship training in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology, and nutrition. She completed her pediatric gastroenterology fellowship at Vanderbilt University and pediatric residency at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She earned her MD degree from Morehouse School of Medicine, and she is a graduate of Emory University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and minor in Educational Studies. Her clinical interests include functional GI disorders, weight management, and integrative pediatrics.