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Office Location(s): Fairfax and Herndon

Other languages spoken: French (proficient)

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): available to all locations via telemedicine

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 was been Chief of the General Pediatrics section at Inova Children’s Hospital from 2000 to 2022, 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

Other languages spoken: Spanish, Portuguese-Brazilian

Heloisa Moser, MD, FAAP is a dedicated pediatrician who is passionate about providing comprehensive and compassionate care to children and their families. She sees patients at the Virginia Pediatric Group locations in Herndon and Fairfax, Virginia. 

Born and raised in Brazil, Dr. Moser knew from an early age that she wanted to become a pediatrician. After traveling the world and exploring her passion for adventure, she completed medical school in Brazil and went on to finish her pediatric residency at St. Joseph's University Medical Center in New Jersey.

Dr. Moser is particularly passionate about mental health and its impact on the development of children and adolescents. She strives to create a warm, supportive environment that fosters meaningful connections with families. Her focus is to ensure that every child she cares for can thrive, grow, and prepare for a healthy future—ready to become resilient adults. For Dr. Moser, it is both a privilege and a joy to be part of this foundational process.

In her free time, Dr. Moser enjoys traveling, exploring new cultures, and listening to audiobooks. She cherishes every chance to be near the beach, embracing her Brazilian roots as someone raised on an island. Dr. Moser currently lives in Fairfax with her husband and their two sons, who are the light of her life.

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

Other languages spoken: Spanish (limited conversational), Kannada (limited conversational)

Dr. Shruti K Berlin, M.D., is a pediatrician providing individualized and compassionate care to families in Herndon, Fairfax, and Aldie, Virginia, alongside the team at Virginia Pediatric Group since 2022.

Dr. Berlin was born in Pittsburgh, PA but considers Herndon, VA her hometown. Growing up in a South Indian household, she is aware of how significant culturally competent medicine can be for a family. She graduated from Herndon High School in 2009 and went on to earn her Bachelor of Arts degree in Neurobiology with a minor in Medical Anthropology from Boston University. Dr. Berlin earned her Masters in Medical Sciences and medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, VA. In 2022, she completed her pediatric residency training at L.J. Murphy Inova Children's Hospital in Falls Church, VA.

Her goal at Virginia Pediatric Group is to provide evidence-based pediatric care that is appropriate for your family. Being a mother of young children herself, Dr. Berlin recognizes the need for practical parenting and medical advice and hopes to be a useful resource for Northern Virginia parents. Her special interests include Breastfeeding Medicine, newborn care, complex and preventative care.

In her free time, Dr. Berlin enjoys spending time with her husband (who she met in 5th grade), toddler and infant sons. She lives in Sterling, VA and loves to explore new restaurants and wineries in the area.

Patient Reviews

“Dr. Berlin was great and got my son diagnosed and back to feeling better!”
- Jamal J.

“We love her! So personable and gives great advice/guidance.”
- Claire H.

“Dr. Berlin is very personable and had some great advice for us in taking care of our new born.”
- Vihari V.

“Dr. Berlin was very friendly, thorough and genuinely concerned with my son's well-being.”
- Erika C.

Office Location(s): Fairfax and Aldie

Other languages spoken: Vietnamese (fluent)

Tuc Nguyen, MD, IBCLC, FAAP, is board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She is a general pediatrician and also a lactation consultant and provides compassionate and comprehensive care to children throughout Aldie and Fairfax, 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 in 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 trains pediatric residents at the Inova Fairfax Children’s Hospital.

At Virginia Pediatric Group, Dr. Nguyen practices all aspects of general pediatrics, and her special interests include breastfeeding and lactation medicine, nutrition and obesity prevention, adolescent medicine including gynecological health, and mental health conditions. She is trained by the REACH Institute to assess, diagnose, and treat common pediatric mental health conditions including ADHD, anxiety, and depression. She is also trained as a lactation consultant to assist families with breastfeeding and lactation support/challenges.  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.

Office Location(s): Fairfax and Herndon

Other languages spoken: HIndi (limited conversational)

Ranjana Jain, M.D., F.A.A.P., is a board-certified pediatrician and a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Alongside the team at Virginia Pediatric Group, Dr. Jain is dedicated to helping families in Fairfax and Herndon, Virginia, keep their children healthy and happy! 

Dr. Jain was born in New York City and grew up in rural southwest Virginia. She received her Bachelor of Arts in chemistry from the University of Virginia and her medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia/VCU. She completed her pediatric residency at North Shore University/Schneider's Children's Hospital in Long Island, New York, in 2002. 

Prior to joining Virginia Pediatric Group in 2003, Dr. Jain worked with her father at his pediatric practice in her hometown. She is interested in all aspects of pediatric practice and enjoys seeing her patients grow into young adults. In 2015, Dr. Jain was recognized as one of Washingtonian's Top Docs.  

Outside of work, Dr. Jain's hobbies include running, skiing, hiking, traveling, and yoga. She lives in Falls Church, Virginia, with her husband and two young boys.

Patient Reviews

“Dr. Jain is thorough, kind and thoughtful. She's gone above and beyond to check in when my newborn was having feeding issues.”
- Adrienne H.

“We feel very fortunate to have our child under Dr. Jain's care. She is incredibly patient, thoughtful, and kind. It's clear that she really wants to help our child, and we never feel rushed. She is the best pediatrician we have ever seen.”
- Ira M.

“Visiting Jain is always fulfilling about our child’s health. She is very meticulous, comprehensive and thorough in reviewing the child’s health history and makes right recommendations.”
- Venugopal P.

“Dr Jain is a wonderful, caring doctor that not only takes time to listen to any concerns you may have but also to explain next steps and options. Highly recommend her for your kids doctor.”
- Rose K.

Rebecca Alkire Santos, MD, is a compassionate, board-certified general pediatrician dedicated to providing comprehensive, preventive pediatric care for infants, children, and adolescents. Certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAP), Dr. Santos is committed to helping families at Virginia Pediatric Group, with offices in Fairfax, Herndon, Great Falls, and Aldie, Virginia.

Born in Winchester, Virginia, and raised in West Virginia, Dr. Santos graduated summa cum laude from West Virginia University with a Bachelor of Science in Animal and Veterinary Sciences. She earned her medical degree from West Virginia University School of Medicine and completed her pediatric residency at Inova Children’s Hospital. Before joining Virginia Pediatric Group, she spent 14 years in Charlotte, North Carolina, where she helped establish and lead a successful pediatric practice.

Dr. Santos believes that listening closely to children and their families is one of the most important parts of pediatric care. She partners with parents to create personalized, evidence-based care plans focused on prevention, growth, development, and overall wellness. Her approach is collaborative, thoughtful, and centered on meeting each family where they are.

Outside the office, Dr. Santos enjoys traveling, spending time outdoors, cheering on Mountaineer football, and making memories with her family and friends.

Kirra L. Brandon, MD is board certified in both dermatology and pediatric dermatology, and provides care to patients of all ages at Easton Dermatology Associates, a leading dermatology practice in Easton, Maryland, that serves residents on the Delmarva Peninsula. Although Dr. Brandon offers medical skin care services to patients of any age, she specializes in pediatric dermatology. Her specific interests include vascular birthmarks, genetic skin disorders, and pediatric skin and laser surgery.

Dr. Brandon obtained her undergraduate degree in biology from Harvard University, where she graduated with honors. She earned her medical degree at the University of Maryland Medical School, which is where she developed her interest in pediatric dermatology. She completed her internship in internal medicine at Tulane Hospital in New Orleans, followed by her residency in dermatology at Louisiana State University, also in New Orleans.

After finishing her residency, Dr. Brandon completed a year-long fellowship in pediatric dermatology at Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston. When her fellowship concluded, Dr. Brandon stayed on at the hospital as an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and Dermatology.

Dr. Brandon is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. She’s an active member of the Society for Pediatric Dermatology, and has spoken at their national meeting, as well as several other regional conferences designed to educate pediatricians about pediatric skin conditions. Dr. Brandon has also authored multiple publications in dermatology and pediatrics journals.

As a native of Annapolis, Maryland, Dr. Brandon was excited to return to the area with her husband, Gus, an ophthalmologist and fellow Maryland native, and their two young daughters. In her spare time, Dr. Brandon enjoys hiking, swimming, and spending time with her family.

Families in the greater Ashburn area can get all of their medical needs met — from routine treatment to urgent care — under one roof. As one of Ashburn, Virginia’s only physicians who specialize in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, Fuad Alykhan, MD offers a wide range of medical care at the Loudoun Walk In Medical Center, conveniently located in Ashburn near Sterling, Lansdowne, and Leesburg.

After earning his medical degree from Nishtar Medical College in Pakistan, Dr. Alykhan went through his residency training at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, completing his residency in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. Dr. Alykhan also went through a transitional year interning at Frankford Hospital in Philadelphia.

As a trusted Internist and Pediatrician, Dr. Alykhan’s patients commend his caring, yet informative bedside manner. Dr. Alykhan is fluent in English and Spanish and is also fluent in both Hindi and Urdu. He is known for his ability to diagnose and treat the most complex of conditions and help patients work to prevent future chronic issues.

Dr. Alykhan treats your family as if he were treating his own. When Dr. Alykhan isn’t busy caring for patients in the clinic, he enjoys spending time with his wife and children. He and his family reside in Loudoun County and enjoy being an active part of the community.

Tina E. Floy, MD, is an exceptional practitioner who believes in continual lifelong care to provide comprehensive pediatric services. Dr. Floy started her education journey at the University of Maryland in College Park, Maryland, where she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Biology in 1998. Toward the end of her program, she participated in essential HIV and AIDS research through the fellowship program of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Maryland.

Shortly after, Dr. Floy aided in several research opportunities to provide a better understanding of essential DNA functions. She worked for Science Professionals on Assignment, providing lab support throughout several Maryland towns. Dr. Floy went on to work as a certified nursing assistant in Rockville, Maryland, to provide patient care and assist with daily activities of living. 

Dr. Floy continued refining her clinical philosophies as a research coordinator at the Institute for Asthma and Allergy in Wheaton, Maryland, and the NIH. 

She later completed a medical doctorate from Xavier University’s school of medicine in Youngstown, Ohio. In 2012, Dr. Floy won resident of the year from The Children’s Hospital at The Medical Center of Central Georgia and The Children’s Health Center in Macon, Georgia.

After completing her licensure, Dr. Floy established Wellness Pediatrics, PC, in 2017 to bring Fairfax, Virginia, communities her expert knowledge and practical experience for the well-being of their children. In her free time, Dr. Floy enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.

Trinidad Rojas, MD, goes above and beyond to deliver quality pediatric care to patients in and around Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Rojas started her journey into medicine in 1972 after becoming a medical doctor at the Universidad de Oriente Medical School in her home country of Venezuela. 

Dr. Rojas immediately went to work to gather critical clinical skills and worked as a house physician at Carupano’s General Hospital from 1972 to 1976. She later moved to the United States to pursue further education. She would go on to complete the flexible internship program at Perth Amboy General Hospital in Perth Amboy, New Jersey.

She discovered a passion for exceptional child care and pursued a pediatric residency at the New Jersey University of Medicine and Dentistry, also in New Jersey. 

She later relocated to Florida to become chief of the pediatrics department at Cleveland Clinic Martin Health, in Stuart, Florida, in 2001. She continued obtaining practical pediatric experience from Pediatric Consultants, PA, in Stuart, Florida, until 2012.

In 2013, Dr. Rojas joined S&A Pediatrics in Vienna/Centreville, Virginia, which led to her joining Wellness Pediatrics, PC, in Fairfax, Virginia, the following year. Dr. Rojas is fluent in English and Spanish to provide critical pediatric care to patients in the Fairfax, Virginia, area.