Find a Top Pediatrician Near Me – Book an Appointment Instantly

Vrunda Patel, MD, is passionate about the role that outstanding pediatric care can have in shaping a child’s life. Through her work as a member of the team of pediatricians and family medicine specialists at Edison Health in Edison, New Jersey, Dr. Patel helps kids learn how to play an active role in their lifelong health and wellness.  

Dr. Patel completed her medical degree at the Medical University of Sofia in Bulgaria. Upon arriving in the United States, she completed a residency in pediatrics at Maimonides Children’s Hospital in Brooklyn, in New York City. 

Her professional experience includes work as an urgent care pediatric physician in addition to roles as a medical assistant and medical scribe. Dr. Patel is also experienced in pediatric medical research and advocacy.  

Patient education is a central focus for Dr. Patel. She believes that even the youngest patients can learn how to identify how they are feeling and take action to feel and function better. 

For families in and around Edison, New Jersey, who are searching for a warm, compassionate, and caring pediatric provider, Dr. Patel has a lot to offer. Booking a visit is a great way to learn more about her services and approach. 

Laura Boulos, DO, is the pediatric cardiologist at iHeart Pediatrics, located in Old Bridge, New Jersey. She is dedicated to providing comprehensive care to pediatric cardiology patients.

Dr. Boulos is a native of New Jersey, growing up in Monmouth County, and is proud to serve the community in which she was raised. With regards to her education, she graduated from Baruch College in New York City as Salutatorian of her class studying both business and science. She then received her medical degree from Rowan School of Osteopathic Medicine in Stratford, New Jersey. She completed her pediatric residency training at Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, New Jersey, and in her third year became chief resident. She then completed her pediatric cardiology fellowship at the University of Rochester Medical Center in Rochester, New York.

Dr. Boulos is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. She is also certified in Pediatric Advanced Life Support. She is a member of several professional affiliations, including the American Heart Association, American Society of Echocardiography, Society of Pediatric Echocardiography, Society for the Advancement of Blood Management, and American Academy of Pediatrics.

She continues to stay up to date and maintain her education in pediatric cardiology. She has also participated in several presentations, conferences, and research studies on various topics in pediatric cardiology.

Dr. Boulos’ patients appreciate her warmth, kind nature, and ability to put children at ease during their doctor’s visits. Dr. Boulos focuses on building long-lasting relationships with her patients and their families through open communication and individualized care.

Tiffany is a holistic provider with a willing heart and open mind. She passionately works with children and families to provide care preventative and acute illness concerns. She is a certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and has worked in both Florida and Alabama. She has extensive experience in pediatric primary and critical care, as well as obstetrics. Tiffany was born and raised in Rome, Georgia, but moved to Alabama for college, where she received her bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in nursing from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Before becoming a nurse, Tiffany earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice-Forensics from Jacksonville State University in Alabama. She loves to spend her time with her family of humans and dogs. Tiffany also enjoys reading, gardening, sitting at the beach, and spending time at Disney. She is a sucker for Harry Potter and Star Wars.

Tiffany is a holistic provider with a willing heart and open mind. She passionately works with children and families to provide care preventative and acute illness concerns. She is a certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and has worked in both Florida and Alabama. She has extensive experience in pediatric primary and critical care, as well as obstetrics. Tiffany was born and raised in Rome, Georgia, but moved to Alabama for college, where she received her bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in nursing from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Before becoming a nurse, Tiffany earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice-Forensics from Jacksonville State University in Alabama. She loves to spend her time with her family of humans and dogs. Tiffany also enjoys reading, gardening, sitting at the beach, and spending time at Disney. She is a sucker for Harry Potter and Star Wars.

I received my Master's of Science in Nursing in August of 2017 from Mississippi University for Women. I rejoined our Sunshine family as a Nurse Practitioner in September of 2017 at the Yazoo location. I have four years of experience as a Registered Nurse and for three of those years I worked as an RN at the Yazoo location. I am happy to be back with the Sunshine family and very excited to be serving the Pediatric community of Yazoo City.

Arlene Harrington, MD, is a pediatrician practicing at Chesterfield Pediatrics in Midlothian, Virginia. Her mission is to provide exceptional care to her patients and their families. 

Dr. Harrington earned her undergraduate degree from the College of Charleston in Charleston, South Carolina, in 1992. She then completed her medical degree at St. George University School of Medicine in True Blue, Grenada, in 1996. She served her residency at Winthrop University Hospital in Mineola, New York, and has been in practice in Richmond since 1999. Her specialties include treating children with asthma and allergies, and behavioral issues. She also enjoys performing office procedures.

Dr. Harrington is a mother of four children, including a set of twins. In her spare time outside the office, she enjoys skiing, sailing, swimming, fishing, and traveling with her family.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Harrington and the team at Chesterfield Pediatrics, call the office or book an appointment online today.

Leslie Mosteller, PA-C, recently moved to Atlanta from the DC area, where she worked in pediatrics over the last seven years, both in the emergency department at Children’s National and in pediatric primary care. She became certified as a lactation consultant (IBCLC) in 2021 to better support her breastfeeding families, and is passionate about supporting families in their feeding journeys.

She graduated from the PA program at George Washington University in 2016, earning a Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. Prior to her training as a PA-C, Leslie worked in health informatics and public health in Charleston, SC. She holds a Masters in Health Communication from the University of Sydney, where she studied as a Global Ambassadorial Scholar with Rotary International in 2010-2011. She is passionate about global public health and has worked on projects in Australasia, Peru, the Dominican Republic, Uganda, and Washington, DC. She has an undergraduate degree in English and Pre-medicine from Davidson College in NC and loves to share her love for reading with her patients.

She lives with her husband and two young daughters in the Atlanta area and in her free time enjoys spending time with her family, running, hiking, painting, gardening, and exploring local parks and museums. She is thrilled to be joining Old Fourth Ward Pediatrics.

Chad Olsen, MD, is a board-certified pediatrician and the founder of Millennium Pediatrics in Naperville, Illinois. He is committed to a patient-centered approach, working with his patients and their caregivers to address children’s needs and is known for thoroughly explaining health conditions and concerns. Dr. Olsen has cared for newborn babies through age 22 at the practice since 2003. 

 

Dr. Olsen earned his undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of Illinois. Upon graduation, Dr. Olsen completed his medical residency at the Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, a facility affiliated with Ohio State University.

 

Before founding the practice and forming the compassionate team at Millennium Pediatrics, Dr. Olsen gained valuable experience working in a pediatric practice with McNeal Hospital in Berwyn, Illinois, and a pediatric practice with Edward Hospital in Bolingbrook, Illinois. Dr. Olsen has also received the Outstanding Patience Experience Award™ from Edward Hospital.

 

When he’s not caring for children at the practice, Dr. Olsen enjoys spending time with his wife and their three children at their home in Naperville.

Dr. Patel is the Lead Physician at Hello Pediatrics.

She completed her Pediatric Residency at VCU medical center and joined Hello Pediatrics in 2022. Prior to that obtained a doctorate from Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, and a bachelor’s from Virginia Commonwealth University in Biomedical Engineering.

My practice interests include well checks, preventive care, newborn care, and telemedicine.  

I enjoy spending time with friends and family while exploring new places for an adventure. My objective is to cultivate a setting where a collaborative approach among team members is highly valued when it comes to making shared decisions about the care and handling of patients.

Laura Dionne-McCracken, MD, brings nearly three decades of experience to her role at Edison Health in Edison, New Jersey. As a pediatric specialist, she finds working with children deeply rewarding and enjoys watching those in her care grow and thrive. 

Education is an essential part of Dr. Dionne-McCracken’s path. She began her studies at Rutgers University in Newark, New Jersey, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in biology. She went on to complete a medical degree at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, now a part of Rutgers University. 

A pediatrics residency at New York Presbyterian-Columbia University Irving Medical Center in Manhattan, in New York City, further refined her skills and knowledge. Now a board-certified pediatric specialist, Dr. Dionne-McCracken has held numerous positions in pediatric care.   

Over the years Dr. Dionne-McCracken has developed a wonderful bedside manner. She understands that some kids need a little more time and attention than others and strives to make all patients feel comfortable during their visits. 

Parents enjoy working with her because they feel heard and supported as they make health decisions for their children. Finding a great pediatrician isn’t always easy, but many area families wouldn’t consider bringing their child to anyone other than Dr. Dionne-McCracken. 

Dr. Evelyn S. Ha, MD, FAAP

---

Dr. Evelyn S. Ha, MD, FAAP is a board-certified pediatrician and managing partner at Palisades Pediatrics LLP in New City, New York. She provides personalized care and therapies using an integrative approach to address the physical and mental wellness of all her patients.

Dr. Ha earned her Bachelor of Arts in Metropolitan Studies from New York University (NYU) College of Arts & Science, graduating cum laude. She then attended NYU School of Medicine for her medical degree and completed her pediatric residency at the University of California, Los Angeles Medical Center.

Committed to research and evidence-based medicine, she has authored several publications in notable journals. Dr. Ha’s professional interests include integrative pediatrics, homeopathy, asthma and allergies, childhood wellness and healing, nutrition and supplementation, and culturally-sensitive medicine.

Dr. Ha is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAP). 

To better serve more patients, she is fluent in English, Spanish, Wenzhounese (Chinese dialect), and Cantonese. 

Outside of work, Dr. Ha enjoys traveling, studying foreign cultures and languages, yoga, and cooking. 

Dr. Marina Dukhan is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. She acquired her medical degree at the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency training at the SUNY Children’s Medical Center in Brooklyn. Dr. Dukhan brings years of experience into the pediatric department taking care of children from newborns to adolescents. She is caring, knowledgeable, compassionate, attentive to detail physician who is passionate about health and development of children of all ages, and is great at communicating with children and their parents alike.

 

James H. Lin, MD, received his Bachelor's degree in chemistry from Duke University, and his Medical Degree from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. He then completed his pediatrics internship and residency with the Emory University School of Medicine. He has been practicing general pediatrics for over 20 years, taking care of children from birth through the teenage years. James H. Lin, MD has received the Patient's Choice Award (2008, 2009, 2012) and Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2014) from Vitals.com. Dr. Lin has hospital affiliations with Gwinnett Medical Center and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.

Jonathan Trager, MD, has a philosophy of treating the whole person, body and mind, not just a patient’s ailment or condition. A remarkable medical professional, Dr. Trager of  Trager MD and Trager Medi Spa  Medicine of Great Neck, New York, is the only physician in the United States who is board certified in the four specialties of pediatrics, adolescent medicine, dermatology, and pediatric dermatology. He also completed a fellowship in Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona under the direction of Integrative Medicine pioneer Dr. Andrew Weil. Dr. Trager has dedicated his career to providing comprehensive pediatric, adolescent, and young-adult primary medical and gynecologic care for patients through age 30 and dermatological care for patients of all ages.

A Bayside, New York, native, Dr. Trager received his bachelor’s degree from Columbia University and his MD from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, where he was elected into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He completed two residencies and a fellowship toward his quadruple board certification at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, New York Presbyterian Hospital, and Mount Sinai Medical Center, respectively.

Along with publishing numerous medical articles, Dr. Trager taught at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City, and Winthrop University Hospital in Mineola, New York. In addition to his private practice in Great Neck, Dr. Trager is on staff at Cohen Children’s Medical Center, North Shore-LIJ (Northwell Health). It’s Dr. Trager’s mission to combine his specialized knowledge of pediatrics and adolescent-young adult medicine with an understanding of the complex needs of each patient so he can offer the highest standard of health care.

Outside of his medical practice, Dr. Trager enjoys living in the Great Neck community, where he studies classical piano, the pipe organ, advanced music theory, and modern Greek. A science fiction enthusiast, he is an avid reader and writer.

Dr. Meenu Jindal with Comprehensive Pediatric Care feels privileged to care for the children and adolescents in the areas of Dallas and Sunnyvale, Texas. She combines her experience as a mom with her expertise as a pediatrician to connect with kids of all ages. Her goal is to promote health and wellness through preventive and sick care. Her areas of expertise include childhood obesity, weight management, and mental health evaluations, including ADHD.

Dr. Jindal received her medical degree from the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, then completed residency training in pediatrics at the University of Rochester Medical Center, which has been recognized as one of the top 25 best pediatric training programs in the United States.

Dr. Jindal has been recognized throughout her career by her peers and patients. In 2007, she received the Meg Colgan Award for Excellence in Pediatrics; and in 2015, she was recognized as one of the “Favorite Docs of Hudson Valley” by Hudson Valley Parent magazine. Dr. Jindal is a board-certified pediatrician and a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Dr. Jindal now happily calls Dallas her home. When she’s not helping her patients, Dr. Jindal enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband, family, and friends.

Dr. Meenu Jindal with Comprehensive Pediatric Care feels privileged to care for the children and adolescents in the areas of Dallas and Sunnyvale, Texas. She combines her experience as a mom with her expertise as a pediatrician to connect with kids of all ages. Her goal is to promote health and wellness through preventive and sick care. Her areas of expertise include childhood obesity, weight management, and mental health evaluations, including ADHD.

Dr. Jindal received her medical degree from the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, then completed residency training in pediatrics at the University of Rochester Medical Center, which has been recognized as one of the top 25 best pediatric training programs in the United States.

Dr. Jindal has been recognized throughout her career by her peers and patients. In 2007, she received the Meg Colgan Award for Excellence in Pediatrics; and in 2015, she was recognized as one of the “Favorite Docs of Hudson Valley” by Hudson Valley Parent magazine. Dr. Jindal is a board-certified pediatrician and a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Dr. Jindal now happily calls Dallas her home. When she’s not helping her patients, Dr. Jindal enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband, family, and friends.