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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.

Laurel Pediatric and Teen Medical Center is proud to announce that Dr. Ugonma (Ugo) Harriet Okparaocha has joined our practice. She is now available to see patients from newborn to age 20. 
 
Dr. Ugo is a graduate of University of Nigeria Enugu Campus, Enugu, Nigeria. She completed her residency training in Pediatrics at Brookdale University Hospital in Brooklyn New York. She has been in medical practice for more than 20 years. She is Board certified by the American Academy of Pediatrics. 
 
She has worked in several clinical settings, including primary Pediatric care at the Appalachian Clinic located in Hazard, Kentucky, and various primary pediatric clinics in Maryland. She affiliated with University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center. She is also currently one of the hospitalists rendering inpatient Pediatric care at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland.

Office Location(s): Fairfax, Herndon and Great Falls

Russell Libby, M.D., F.A.A.P., is the founder of Virginia Pediatric Group and has acted as the practice president since its inception in 1982. “It is a privilege to be a pediatrician, and I take great pride in helping children and their families grow and thrive from infancy to young adulthood.” Virginia Pediatric Group has convenient locations in Fairfax, Herndon, and Great Falls, Virginia.

Dr. Libby was born and raised in the Washington, D.C., area. He received his Bachelor of Science in zoology and his Doctor of Medicine at George Washington University. He completed his pediatrics residency at Georgetown University Hospital in 1982 and is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. He was also certified as a home care medical director by the American Academy of Home Care Physicians in 1998.

Dr. Libby has been committed to helping doctors work together to provide high-quality and cost-effective care.  He is a founding director and past president of HealthConnect IPA, a primary care Independent Practice Association. He has been Chief of the General Pediatrics section at Inova Children’s Hospital since 2000 and a member of the hospital leadership committee.  

Dr. Libby has been named best pediatrician in the Washington area by Families Magazine for more than 20 years and is consistently listed among Washingtonian’s and Northern Virginia Magazine’s top doctors. He spent many years hosting educational television shows on medicine and health care, including “Dr. Libby’s World of Medicine,” and was the host of the weekly ABC radio show “To Your Health.” He was the lead editor and contributing author of Guidelines for Pediatric Home Health Care, published by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

He has authored numerous articles, chapters for books, opinion pieces for national media, and major policy statements for both the Medical Society of Virginia and the American Academy of Pediatrics. He has been President of the Medical Society of Northern Virginia and was President of the Medical Society of Virginia from 2012-2013. Dr. Libby is a delegate at the American Medical Association, representing the Integrated Physician Practice Section, and is a Board member of the Physicians Foundation, where he has led initiatives on physician wellness, telehealth, and addressing social determinants of health. He is on the Editorial Advisory Board and an author for the prestigious pediatric journal, Contemporary Pediatrics.

Dr. Libby has three grown children and resides in Northern Virginia with his wonderful wife. In his free time, he enjoys skiing, cycling, playing guitar, and creating stained glass art.

Patient Reviews

“Dr. Libby was my pediatrician so it is so fun for my 8yr old daughter to go to the same doctor I had growing up. Our telemed appointment with Dr Libby was great. He answered all of my questions, talked through recent COVID studies, and was a pleasure to talk to. The entire VPG practice is excellent.”
- Cynthia K.

“Dr Libby is an outstanding Doctor with a lot of experience with kids and parents. He is taking great care of our son, who has ADHD.”
- Sophia K.

“Dr. Libby is a joy. He is able to communicate beautifully with my son to ask all the right questions, gain the information he needs. His diagnosis and medicinal treatments have been spot-on for my son, resulting in huge improvements academically as well as at home.”
- Christine B.

“Dr. Libby is an outstanding pediatrician and he has an amazing way of communicating both with parents and kids. He has been our boys' doctor since they were born and has always provided the most competent and compassionate advice and treatment. We feel truly grateful for all the care we ever got from Dr. Libby.”
- Daliborka S.

Office Location(s): Fairfax, Herndon, and Aldie

Melody (Unikel) Heiskell, M.D., F.A.A.P., is a compassionate pediatrician serving children and their families throughout Fairfax, Herndon, and Aldie, Virginia. At Virginia Pediatric Group, she takes the time to listen to her patients and their parents and prioritizes unrushed care. 

Dr. (Unikel) Heiskell graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from Louisiana Scholars’ College in 2002. She then attained her medical degree from Louisiana Health Sciences Center in New Orleans in 2006. Dr. (Unikel) Heiskell moved to Atlanta to complete residency training at Emory University School of Medicine. 

In 2009, Dr. (Unikel) Heiskell joined the team at Virginia Pediatric Group. While she provides a full scope of pediatric care, Dr. (Unikel) Heiskell has special interests in families of multiples and breastfeeding support for mothers. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and serves as the Chair of Pediatrics at Reston Hospital (2018 to present).  

Dr. (Unikel) Heiskell resides in Northern Virginia. In her spare time, she enjoys running, kayaking, playing the ukulele, and anything outdoors with her three very energetic children.

Patient Reviews

“Dr. Unikel is amazing ! She is very nice and caring ,and takes her job seriously! She is my son's favorite doctor!”
- Narges A.

“Dr Unikel has been seeing my children for 14 years. She is always knowledgeable about any topics I bring up and has helped our family navigate numerous pediatric situations. She is patient and kind but also extremely thorough.”
- Maria H.

“Our experience with Virginia Pediatrics has been nothing but wonderful!! Dr. Heiskell has been my daughter's pediatrician for many years and she is the main reason we continue to return!! Her understanding and medical advice is spot on. We are thankful for all that she and the practice have done for us throughout the years.”
- Heather A.

“Dr. Unikel is so sweet with my kids. She takes the tims to listen to any concerns. Highly recommend her and the VAPG group!”
- Maureen B.

Office Location(s): Fairfax, Herndon, and Aldie

Sandy Huynh, M.D., F.A.A.P., is a board-certified pediatrician who provides comprehensive care to children in Fairfax, Herndon, and Aldie, Virginia. Dr. Huynh brings over a decade of experience to the team at Virginia Pediatric Group. 

Dr. Huynh was raised in Kansas. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in biology at the University of Kansas, graduating with distinction, and completed her medical degree at the University of Kansas School of Medicine in 2010. While in medical school, she was inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society, which recognizes students, residents, and faculty who are exemplars of compassionate patient care and who serve as role models, mentors, and leaders in medicine. In 2013, she completed her pediatrics residency training at Inova Children's Hospital in Falls Church, Virginia, where she was selected to be Chief Resident for the following year. 

Dr. Huynh joined the team at Virginia Pediatric Group in 2013. She is passionate about providing high-quality, unrushed pediatric care and is proud to partner with families throughout the area. Dr. Huynh is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and is an Instructor of Pediatrics for the VCU School of Medicine. She is also an Assistant Professor of Medical Education at the University of Virginia School of Medicine.

Dr. Huynh is an avid sports fan who can be found cheering on the Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas City Chiefs, and Kansas City Royals. She lives in Fairfax, Virginia, with her husband and daughters.

Patient Reviews

“Dr. Huynh has always been great with my kids. She takes the time to listen and understand the concerns and is thorough with her assessments and plans. I always make appointments with her when my kids need to be seen.”
- Patricia H.

“We love to see Dr. Huynh for our two month baby check up. She is very kind, and very patient to answer our questions and made us feel very easy during the check up. We would like to have her see our baby in future appointments.”
- Mengtao T.

“Dr. Huynh has been treating both my boys since they were born. The 1st one was a preemie. She takes the time to wait for questions after explaining everything with care and clarity. She's got the perfect personality to treat children. My kids and I love her!”
- Jennifer S.

“Dr. Huynh was fantastic with my teenage son and daughter (not an easy audience!) She was engaging, kind, and really got them to trust her. We will absolutely see her again and highly recommend her for kids of any age.”
- Renee L.

Office Location(s): Fairfax and Herndon

Noelle Bach Halloin, M.D., F.A.A.P., is a compassionate, board-certified pediatrician serving families throughout Fairfax and Herndon, Virginia, at Virginia Pediatric Group. 

Dr. Bach grew up in Mankato, Minnesota. She earned her Bachelor of Science in biochemistry and molecular biology with a minor in philosophy at the University of Minnesota Duluth. She completed her medical degree at the University of Minnesota School of Medicine in 2005. 

After earning her medical degree, Dr. Bach started her pediatrics residency training at Children's National Medical Center (CNMC) in Washington, D.C. She joined Virginia Pediatric Group in 2009 after working briefly in the emergency department at CNMC. Dr. Bach is board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and holds an assistant professorship of medical education at the University of Virginia School of Medicine.

Dr. Bach loves taking care of kids, watching them grow and achieve their milestones in life. She has a special interest in asthma care, adolescent medicine, mental health care, and quality improvement work. 

In her free time, Dr. Bach enjoys many activities, including running, biking, photography, reading, travel, and spending time with her family. She lives in Arlington, Virginia, with her husband, two children, and dog.

Patient Reviews

“Dr Bach has been an amazing pediatrician whom we have seen since our kids were very young. She listens to our concerns carefully and always goes above and beyond her job to make sure our questions and concerns are addressed and that the kids have a comforting and pleasant experience. We highly recommend her.”
- Niloufar M.

“Dr. Bach is amazing and we love her! She takes the time to check my little one and makes sure all our questions are answered.”
- Mashhuda H.

“Dr. Bach is knowledgeable and when we need her, she’s always there.”
- Marline M.

“Dr. Bach Halloin was wonderful. She went above and beyond to find a solution for us. I have never had a doctor so attentive and willing to spend so much time with us as a patient. I had no doubt she had our best interest at heart. Thank you so much Dr. Bach!”
- Chandra G.

Office Location(s): Herndon, Fairfax, and Great Falls

Woldegabriel Baynesagn, M.D., F.A.A.P., is a board-certified pediatrician on the team at Virginia Pediatric Group. Dr. Baynesagn sees patients from the practice’s locations in Herndon, Fairfax, and Great Falls, Virginia. 

Dr. Baynesagn, better known to his patients as Dr. Gabriel was born and raised in Tigray, Ethiopia. He earned his medical degree and completed his pediatric residency at the Addis Ababa University in Ethiopia in 1994. 

For over a decade, he gained international experience as a pediatrician and Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the Armed Forces Hospital in Addis Ababa. He ultimately completed another pediatric residency at the New York Methodist Hospital in New York City in 2011. He is board certified by The American Board of Pediatrics. 

Prior to joining Virginia Pediatric Group in 2017, he worked as a pediatrician and hospitalist in Wisconsin and Illinois for several years. He is fluent in English, Amharic, and Tigrigna. His special areas of interest include preventive medicine, immunizations, and nutrition. He is accepting new patients.

He resides in Alexandria with his wife, daughter, and two sons. In his free time, he enjoys gardening, walking, reading, and music.

Patient Reviews

“He was gentle and kind with myself and my daughter. Felt relieved when talking to him.”
- Leigh P.

“Dr Gabriel B always takes his time to listen to our concerns. He offers kind recommendations without judgment. We leave the office feeling well taken care of.”
- Cristie M.

“Dr. Gabriel always helps us understand and explains everything thoroughly. We love seeing him and he is such a caring doctor to the kids.”
- Kat P.

“Dr. Gabriel was attentive and thorough during my daughter's visit and promptly called to follow up on a question I had after the visit.”
- Yvette M.

Office Location(s): Aldie, Fairfax, and Great Falls

Tuc Nguyen, M.D., F.A.A.P., is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She provides compassionate and comprehensive care to children throughout Aldie, Fairfax, and Great Falls, Virginia, at Virginia Pediatric Group. 

Dr. Nguyen was born in Vietnam and raised in the Northern Virginia area. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in biology from the University of Virginia in 1992 and went on to the National Institutes of Health to conduct clinical research trials on pediatric obesity. In 2004, she earned her medical degree at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia.

In 2008, Dr. Nguyen completed her pediatric residency at Inova Children's Hospital. She worked in a pediatric group practice in Loudoun County for 10 years prior to joining Virginia Pediatric Group in 2018. 

Dr. Nguyen is very involved in training the next generation of pediatric health care providers. She is currently an assistant professor at the University of Virginia and helps train third-year medical students. She also mentors pediatric residents at the Inova Children's Hospital.

At Virginia Pediatric Group, Dr. Nguyen practices all aspects of general pediatrics, and her special interests include breastfeeding, nutrition/obesity prevention, adolescent medicine including gynecological health, and mental health. She is trained by the REACH Institute to assess, diagnose, and treat common pediatric mental health conditions like ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Dr. Nguyen believes it is a great honor to be a pediatrician and a privilege to work with children and their families.  

In her free time, she enjoys cooking, gardening, and practicing yoga. She is fluent in Vietnamese and lives in Vienna, Virginia, with her husband, three children, and their dog.

Patient Reviews

“Dr. Nguyen always takes time with us -- we never feel rushed and always feel listened to. She asks good questions and makes good suggestions.”
- Kristen U.

“Dr. Nguyen is the best! We couldn't ask for a better pediatrician.”
- Corey B.

“Dr. Nguyen is amazing — so kind and thorough and very well suited for my teenage daughter. I’m so grateful for her time, patience and knowledge.”
- Jennifer T.

“Dr. Nguyen was attentive and compassionate. She helped a new (again) mom get through the emotional first week of baby woes (not eating or sleeping). She gave reassuring advice and scheduled an immediate follow up. I am very happy with her and the office caring for my newborn.”
- Fadia P.

Virginia Pediatric Group is a highly skilled and experienced team of board-certified providers who serve children and their families in Fairfax, Herndon, Great Falls, and Aldie, Virginia. The private pediatric practice has proudly offered comprehensive, family-centered care since 1982. 

As specialists in caring for youngsters, the Virginia Pediatric Group team equips and empowers patients, from newborns to young adults, to find optimal physical, emotional, and mental health. Working closely with parents, the providers offer a whole-child approach that includes nutritional, developmental, educational, and psychological expertise and guidance. 

The team at Virginia Pediatric Group provides a wide range of services to support their patients' physical health, including curbside laboratory testing, well-child visits, vaccines, and sports physicals. They treat childhood conditions, including asthma, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and allergies. The practice also offers evaluation and support for developmental disorders and mental and behavioral health. 

The pediatric practitioners offer prenatal visits for expectant parents and breastfeeding support for new mothers. They provide quality newborn care at Reston Hospital Center in Reston, Virginia, and Inova Fair Oaks Hospital in Fairfax, Virginia, as well as newborn and inpatient services at Inova Children's Hospital in Fair Oaks, Virginia. 

Virginia Pediatric Group uses the Patient-Centered Medical Home model for providing comprehensive care to children and their families by consistently providing coordinated, timely, quality medical treatment and follow-up when and where their patients need it. They offer convenient office hours, after-hours consultation, telemedicine, home visits, and inpatient hospital management.

The providers are board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, maintaining up-to-date knowledge on topics essential to children’s health. Several of their physicians have academic appointments, ensuring the team stays current on evidence-based practice and medical advancements. 

The Virginia Pediatric Group team has received many outstanding accolades, some for consecutive years, including being named as one of the Top Doctors of 2011 in US News & World Report, Best Doctors in America from 2002 to the present, Top Doc by Washingtonian Magazine, Top Doctors of Washington by The Washington Post Magazine, and Best Pediatrician in the Washington Metropolitan Area by Families Magazine, just to name a few. 

For quality, family-centered pediatric health care, call the nearest office or schedule an appointment online with Virginia Pediatric Group today.

Virginia Pediatric Group is a highly skilled and experienced team of board-certified providers who serve children and their families in Fairfax, Herndon, Great Falls, and Aldie, Virginia. The private pediatric practice has proudly offered comprehensive, family-centered care since 1982. 

As specialists in caring for youngsters, the Virginia Pediatric Group team equips and empowers patients, from newborns to young adults, to find optimal physical, emotional, and mental health. Working closely with parents, the providers offer a whole-child approach that includes nutritional, developmental, educational, and psychological expertise and guidance. 

The team at Virginia Pediatric Group provides a wide range of services to support their patients' physical health, including curbside laboratory testing, well-child visits, vaccines, and sports physicals. They treat childhood conditions, including asthma, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and allergies. The practice also offers evaluation and support for developmental disorders and mental and behavioral health. 

The pediatric practitioners offer prenatal visits for expectant parents and breastfeeding support for new mothers. They provide quality newborn care at Reston Hospital Center in Reston, Virginia, and Inova Fair Oaks Hospital in Fairfax, Virginia, as well as newborn and inpatient services at Inova Children's Hospital in Fair Oaks, Virginia. 

Virginia Pediatric Group uses the Patient-Centered Medical Home model for providing comprehensive care to children and their families by consistently providing coordinated, timely, quality medical treatment and follow-up when and where their patients need it. They offer convenient office hours, after-hours consultation, telemedicine, home visits, and inpatient hospital management.

The providers are board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, maintaining up-to-date knowledge on topics essential to children’s health. Several of their physicians have academic appointments, ensuring the team stays current on evidence-based practice and medical advancements. 

The Virginia Pediatric Group team has received many outstanding accolades, some for consecutive years, including being named as one of the Top Doctors of 2011 in US News & World Report, Best Doctors in America from 2002 to the present, Top Doc by Washingtonian Magazine, Top Doctors of Washington by The Washington Post Magazine, and Best Pediatrician in the Washington Metropolitan Area by Families Magazine, just to name a few. 

For quality, family-centered pediatric health care, call the nearest office or schedule an appointment online with Virginia Pediatric Group today.

Office Location(s): Fairfax, Herndon and Great Falls

Russell Libby, M.D., F.A.A.P., is the founder of Virginia Pediatric Group and has acted as the practice president since its inception in 1982. “It is a privilege to be a pediatrician, and I take great pride in helping children and their families grow and thrive from infancy to young adulthood.” Virginia Pediatric Group has convenient locations in Fairfax, Herndon, and Great Falls, Virginia.

Dr. Libby was born and raised in the Washington, D.C., area. He received his Bachelor of Science in zoology and his Doctor of Medicine at George Washington University. He completed his pediatrics residency at Georgetown University Hospital in 1982 and is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. He was also certified as a home care medical director by the American Academy of Home Care Physicians in 1998.

Dr. Libby has been committed to helping doctors work together to provide high-quality and cost-effective care.  He is a founding director and past president of HealthConnect IPA, a primary care Independent Practice Association. He has been Chief of the General Pediatrics section at Inova Children’s Hospital since 2000 and a member of the hospital leadership committee.  

Dr. Libby has been named best pediatrician in the Washington area by Families Magazine for more than 20 years and is consistently listed among Washingtonian’s and Northern Virginia Magazine’s top doctors. He spent many years hosting educational television shows on medicine and health care, including “Dr. Libby’s World of Medicine,” and was the host of the weekly ABC radio show “To Your Health.” He was the lead editor and contributing author of Guidelines for Pediatric Home Health Care, published by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

He has authored numerous articles, chapters for books, opinion pieces for national media, and major policy statements for both the Medical Society of Virginia and the American Academy of Pediatrics. He has been President of the Medical Society of Northern Virginia and was President of the Medical Society of Virginia from 2012-2013. Dr. Libby is a delegate at the American Medical Association, representing the Integrated Physician Practice Section, and is a Board member of the Physicians Foundation, where he has led initiatives on physician wellness, telehealth, and addressing social determinants of health. He is on the Editorial Advisory Board and an author for the prestigious pediatric journal, Contemporary Pediatrics.

Dr. Libby has three grown children and resides in Northern Virginia with his wonderful wife. In his free time, he enjoys skiing, cycling, playing guitar, and creating stained glass art.

Patient Reviews

“Dr. Libby was my pediatrician so it is so fun for my 8yr old daughter to go to the same doctor I had growing up. Our telemed appointment with Dr Libby was great. He answered all of my questions, talked through recent COVID studies, and was a pleasure to talk to. The entire VPG practice is excellent.”
- Cynthia K.

“Dr Libby is an outstanding Doctor with a lot of experience with kids and parents. He is taking great care of our son, who has ADHD.”
- Sophia K.

“Dr. Libby is a joy. He is able to communicate beautifully with my son to ask all the right questions, gain the information he needs. His diagnosis and medicinal treatments have been spot-on for my son, resulting in huge improvements academically as well as at home.”
- Christine B.

“Dr. Libby is an outstanding pediatrician and he has an amazing way of communicating both with parents and kids. He has been our boys' doctor since they were born and has always provided the most competent and compassionate advice and treatment. We feel truly grateful for all the care we ever got from Dr. Libby.”
- Daliborka S.

Office Location(s): Fairfax and Herndon

James Baugh, M.D., F.A.A.P., has been on the team at Virginia Pediatric Group for over thirty years. He has dedicated his medical career to providing pediatric care for children in Fairfax and Herndon, Virginia. 

Dr. Baugh was born in New York and considers San Marino, California, his hometown. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in human biology at Stanford University and his medical degree from George Washington University in 1980. He completed his pediatrics residency training at the William Beaumont Army Center in 1983. 

Prior to joining Virginia Pediatric Group in 1989, Dr. Baugh served in the U.S. Army in Missouri and Belgium. He also completed an Infectious Disease Fellowship at the Tripler Army Medical Center in Honolulu, Hawaii. Dr. Baugh has received numerous teaching awards, including Best Pediatric Resident Teaching Award, Best Ambulatory Pediatric Attending Teacher at Inova Fairfax Children's Hospital 1999, 2005, 2011, and a Teacher Excellence Award from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2010.

Dr. Baugh's interests in pediatrics are multifaceted. His professional enjoyment stems from his intrigue into the many facets of child health and development and how children and families can thrive. He enjoys seeing the human brain develop and adapt as a child is nurtured, loved, and educated. He also likes learning about issues in infectious illnesses, both here and abroad. More recently, international adoption has become an interest as it involves child development, sometimes infectious illnesses, and always international medicine. 

In recent years, Dr. Baugh has traveled internationally to promote pediatric education training efforts in Haiti. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and is proficient in French. 

In his spare time, he enjoys tennis, exercise, hiking, biking, French, music, travel, and gardening. He has two grown children and resides in Fairfax with his wife.

Patient Reviews

“Dr. Baugh is the best pediatrician we have encountered. He is very knowledgeable, caring and takes time to answer any questions. He has been caring for my son since he was only one week old. Unfortunately, we are leaving but Dr. Baugh was the best thing that happened to us and we are going to miss him. Thank you doctor for everything.”
- Shweta P.

“Dr. Baugh is simply an amazing pediatrician. Experienced, knowledgeable, attentive, data-driven yet flexible in his approaches, we could not ask for a better doctor for our baby daughter. Every visit with Dr. Baugh has been a very positive experience and I can't imagine entrusting our child's medical needs to anyone else.”
- Zbynek K.

“We love Dr. Baugh! He has great rapport with my sons and it's obvious that he loves interacting with kids. He is a talented and very well informed physician who picks up on subtle things that most other doctors would miss. He has been an important value add to our family and to my parenting. I hope he never retires!!”
- Emily G.

“Dr. Baugh is terrific! He really listens to both patient and parent concerns and provides both verbal and written advice. I recommend him to anyone whose child needs help managing their ADHD or other diagnosis.”
- Kimberly G.

Office Location(s): Fairfax, Herndon, and Aldie

Melody (Unikel) Heiskell, M.D., F.A.A.P., is a compassionate pediatrician serving children and their families throughout Fairfax, Herndon, and Aldie, Virginia. At Virginia Pediatric Group, she takes the time to listen to her patients and their parents and prioritizes unrushed care. 

Dr. (Unikel) Heiskell graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from Louisiana Scholars’ College in 2002. She then attained her medical degree from Louisiana Health Sciences Center in New Orleans in 2006. Dr. (Unikel) Heiskell moved to Atlanta to complete residency training at Emory University School of Medicine. 

In 2009, Dr. (Unikel) Heiskell joined the team at Virginia Pediatric Group. While she provides a full scope of pediatric care, Dr. (Unikel) Heiskell has special interests in families of multiples and breastfeeding support for mothers. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and serves as the Chair of Pediatrics at Reston Hospital (2018 to present).  

Dr. (Unikel) Heiskell resides in Northern Virginia. In her spare time, she enjoys running, kayaking, playing the ukulele, and anything outdoors with her three very energetic children.

Patient Reviews

“Dr. Unikel is amazing ! She is very nice and caring ,and takes her job seriously! She is my son's favorite doctor!”
- Narges A.

“Dr Unikel has been seeing my children for 14 years. She is always knowledgeable about any topics I bring up and has helped our family navigate numerous pediatric situations. She is patient and kind but also extremely thorough.”
- Maria H.

“Our experience with Virginia Pediatrics has been nothing but wonderful!! Dr. Heiskell has been my daughter's pediatrician for many years and she is the main reason we continue to return!! Her understanding and medical advice is spot on. We are thankful for all that she and the practice have done for us throughout the years.”
- Heather A.

“Dr. Unikel is so sweet with my kids. She takes the tims to listen to any concerns. Highly recommend her and the VAPG group!”
- Maureen B.

Office Location(s): Fairfax, Herndon, and Aldie

Reena Kaul, M.D., M.P.H., F.A.A.P., is a board-certified pediatrician dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality, and family-centered care. Dr. Kaul sees children in Fairfax, Herndon, and Aldie, Virginia, at Virginia Pediatric Group.

Dr. Kaul was born in Oklahoma and spent her childhood in Stone Mountain, Georgia. In 1995, she earned her Bachelor of Science in bioengineering at the University of California, San Diego, as a Regents’ Scholar. She then completed her Master of Public Health in Community Health Sciences/Child Health Policy at the University of California Los Angeles in 1997. 

While she enjoyed working in child health policy advocacy at Maternal and Child Health Access in Los Angeles on the community health level, Dr. Kaul ultimately decided that providing child and family-centered health care at the personal level is where she could make the most difference in the lives of children. 

In 2002, Dr. Kaul earned her medical degree at the University of Southern California-Keck School of Medicine with a National Health Services Corps (NHSC) Scholarship. She completed her pediatrics residency training at the Children’s Hospital and Research Center Oakland in 2005. 

After training, she worked as an NHSC scholar at a private, non-profit health center in the underserved area of Lehigh Acres, Florida, for three years. She then moved to Bergen County, New Jersey, where she worked in a large private practice prior to joining the Virginia Pediatric Group in 2013.

She is currently the President of the Health Connect IPA. She is also an Assistant Professor of Medical Education at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. 

Dr. Kaul enjoys helping guide children and families towards health and well-being from birth through adolescence. Her areas of interest include preventive medicine, nutrition, breastfeeding promotion, dermatology, and infectious disease. She is board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and is moderately fluent in medical Spanish and conversational German. 

In her free time, Dr. Kaul enjoys spending time with her family, dancing, listening to music, cooking, and traveling. She resides in Herndon, Virginia, with her husband and their two young sons.

Patient Reviews

“Loved how Doctor Kaul interacted with my one year old. She is a great listener and answers all questions.”
- Sonam A.

“We have been with Virginia Pediatrics since we moved to Stone Ridge a few years ago. We love Dr. Kaul and have been very happy with all the physicians we have seen at this practice.”
- Shafnden H.

“Dr. Kaul gave us reassurance in a very warm and comforting manner. She was thorough, confident and kind. She was knowledgeable and got right to the point. She was gentle with our baby.”
- Huma C.

“Dr. Kaul is absolutely the best and we try to see her whenever she has availability. All providers are excellent, but she's definitely our favorite! Our kids love her and she has the patience and demeanor you would expect for a pediatrician.”
- Mercedes P.

Office Location(s): Fairfax, Herndon, and Aldie

Sandy Huynh, M.D., F.A.A.P., is a board-certified pediatrician who provides comprehensive care to children in Fairfax, Herndon, and Aldie, Virginia. Dr. Huynh brings over a decade of experience to the team at Virginia Pediatric Group. 

Dr. Huynh was raised in Kansas. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in biology at the University of Kansas, graduating with distinction, and completed her medical degree at the University of Kansas School of Medicine in 2010. While in medical school, she was inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society, which recognizes students, residents, and faculty who are exemplars of compassionate patient care and who serve as role models, mentors, and leaders in medicine. In 2013, she completed her pediatrics residency training at Inova Children's Hospital in Falls Church, Virginia, where she was selected to be Chief Resident for the following year. 

Dr. Huynh joined the team at Virginia Pediatric Group in 2013. She is passionate about providing high-quality, unrushed pediatric care and is proud to partner with families throughout the area. Dr. Huynh is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and is an Instructor of Pediatrics for the VCU School of Medicine. She is also an Assistant Professor of Medical Education at the University of Virginia School of Medicine.

Dr. Huynh is an avid sports fan who can be found cheering on the Kansas Jayhawks, Kansas City Chiefs, and Kansas City Royals. She lives in Fairfax, Virginia, with her husband and daughters.

Patient Reviews

“Dr. Huynh has always been great with my kids. She takes the time to listen and understand the concerns and is thorough with her assessments and plans. I always make appointments with her when my kids need to be seen.”
- Patricia H.

“We love to see Dr. Huynh for our two month baby check up. She is very kind, and very patient to answer our questions and made us feel very easy during the check up. We would like to have her see our baby in future appointments.”
- Mengtao T.

“Dr. Huynh has been treating both my boys since they were born. The 1st one was a preemie. She takes the time to wait for questions after explaining everything with care and clarity. She's got the perfect personality to treat children. My kids and I love her!”
- Jennifer S.

“Dr. Huynh was fantastic with my teenage son and daughter (not an easy audience!) She was engaging, kind, and really got them to trust her. We will absolutely see her again and highly recommend her for kids of any age.”
- Renee L.