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Shahzad Sheikh, MD, is a pediatrician with nearly twenty years of experience treating infants, children, and adolescents. He currently provides high-quality care at KID-DOC Pediatrics, located in San Antonio, Texas.

He then relocated to the United States and completed his specialty training in Pediatrics at Texas Tech University in Amarillo, Texas.

After graduation, Dr. Sheikh founded KID-DOC Pediatrics. The practice takes pride in building long-lasting relationships with the diverse families of the San Antonio community. The team provides individualized care throughout every developmental stage and helps patients to achieve continued optimal health as they grow.  

The dedicated medical professionals see patients for a variety of needs such as sick visits, sports physicals, newborn care, vaccines, allergies, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and even ear piercings. To accommodate the hectic lifestyles of busy families, the practice proudly offers after hours care, as well. 

To schedule an appointment with the team at KID-DOC Pediatrics, call the office or use the online booking tool today. 

Specialty Board Certifications: Pediatric Pulmonology & Pediatric Sleep Medicine

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Elizabeth Brooks Hagee, MD, is a board-certified pediatrician with the team at Northeast Pediatric Associates PA. Dr. Hagee is proud to provide compassionate pediatric care at the practice’s Village Drive location in San Antonio, Texas.

Dr. Hagee earned her medical degree in 2001 at the James H. Quillen College of Medicine, part of East Tennessee State University, in Johnson City, Tennessee. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and has been with the team at Northeast Pediatric Associates since 2005.

Dr. Hagee is married with two children. Dr. Hagee loves her job but lives for weekends with her family, when you might find them at the coast, the lake, the tennis courts, or the golf course. She loves working in pediatrics because of the relationships she develops with families through educating, counseling, and advocating for their children.

To make an appointment with Dr. Hagee, call Northeast Pediatric Associates today or request your next visit online.

Board-certified pediatrician Dionne A. Franco, MD, FAAP, provides compassionate pediatric care at Northeast Pediatric Associates PA. She sees patients at their Village Drive office in San Antonio, Texas. 

Dr. Franco graduated with her medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 2007. She joined the team at Northeast Pediatric Associates in 2010 and is board certified through the American Board of Pediatrics.

Dr. Franco delights in fostering long-term relationships with her patients and their families. Her professional interests include breastfeeding, newborn care, preventive care, and behavioral disorders.

Dr. Franco is a mom to four beautiful children, granting her supersonic hearing, an intense fear of quiet, an apparent love of sleep deprivation, and the skill to walk away from a sleeping baby like a ninja. When she's not chasing around the kids or her pug, she enjoys reading fiction novels, designing photo albums, road-tripping, and crafts.

To set up an appointment with Dr. Franco, call the office or request your visit online today. 

Kelly Smith, MD, specializes in pediatric pulmonology and sleep medicine, and is a co-founder of Texas Pediatric Specialties and Family Sleep Center in the Alamo Heights, Shavano Park, and Lockhill-Selma areas of San Antonio, Texas. He has achieved fellowship designation in four areas of medical practice to include sleep medicine, pediatrics, pediatric pulmonology, and internal medicine. 

A New Braunfels native, Dr. Smith earned his undergraduate degree from Austin College in Sherman, Texas, and remained in the state to complete his medical degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. He refined his skills and knowledge through an internship and residency at the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center in Lexington, where he was also appointed chief resident of internal medicine and pediatrics. 

Fellowship training in pediatric pulmonology at Texas Children’s Hospital and Baylor College of Medicine in Houston came next, followed by research and training in sleep medicine through the Texas Children’s Sleep Center in San Antonio.  

Dr. Smith went into private practice in 2007 and worked with his partners to open Texas Pediatric Specialties and Family Sleep Center in 2009. He enjoys working collaboratively to offer the highest possible level of care in pediatric pulmonology and adult/pediatric sleep medicine. 

When not working with patients, Dr. Smith enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. Flyfishing, mountain biking, whitewater rafting, and soccer keep him outdoors and active, and he tries to take advantage of all that the San Antonio area has to offer.

Tarak Patel, MD, is a caring and compassionate pediatric pulmonologist and a vital part of the team at Texas Pediatric Specialties and Family Sleep Center. He’s deeply touched to have served so many families in the Alamo Heights, Shavano Park, and Lockhill-Selma areas of San Antonio, Texas, area.

Dr. Patel has deep roots in Texas. He began his studies at the University of Texas at Austin, earning his degree in biology. He then studied medicine at Texas Tech University School of Medicine in Lubbock. 

He finished his clinical training in El Paso, where he enjoyed expanding his Spanish language skills and narrowed his area of focus to pediatric lung disease, and asthma in particular. He went on to complete his training in pediatric medicine at the University of Texas at Houston. His dedication to continuing education is exemplified through a fellowship in pediatric pulmonology at Texas Children’s Hospital and Baylor College of Medicine, also in Houston.  

Throughout his studies, Dr. Patel found a great deal of fulfillment in working with various charitable organizations and in volunteer roles in medical clinics. He also continues to pursue ongoing education through lectures in a wide range of pediatric conditions. That breadth of knowledge has informed and shaped his patient care in countless ways. 

Dr. Patel treats each patient as though they were one of his own children. The families that entrust him with their medical needs appreciate that personable approach and are comforted that their children are in the best of hands.

Ike W. Pauli Jr., MD, FAAP, is a board-certified pediatrician with the team at Northeast Pediatric Associates PA and sees patients at the practice’s Stone Oak office in San Antonio, Texas.

Dr. Pauli earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 1994 and later joined the team at Northeast Pediatric Associates in 1997. He is board certified through the American Board of Pediatrics. 

Dr. Pauli spends most of his time with his three greatest loves: his faith, his family, and his pediatric practice. He has been married for over three decades to the love of his life, Vicki, and has an amazing daughter, Paisley, who is currently in Baylor’s Neurodevelopmental Pediatric Residency at Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston. He devotes a great deal of time to his church, Cornerstone, with their international television ministry for over 40 years. He is also the medical director and school board president for Cornerstone Christian School and the co-medical director of the Sanctuary of Hope. He is currently the President and CEO for NEPA.  

Dr. Pauli enjoys spending his spare time in woodworking, target shooting, riding roller coasters, fishing, traveling, and just spending time with his family. He has also won hundreds of awards in local and state competitions in bowling and recently published a book called “All Life is in the Blood.”

To make an appointment with Dr. Pauli, call the office or request your next visit online today.

Board-certified pediatrician Amanda C. Carpenter, DO, FAAP, provides expert pediatric care at Northeast Pediatric Associates PA. Dr. Carpenter currently sees patients at the practice’s Stone Oak location in San Antonio, Texas. Her professional interests include newborn care, working with first-time parents, and asthma education.

Dr. Carpenter earned her medical degree from the University of North Texas Health Science Center - Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2008. She then joined the team at Northeast Pediatric Associates in 2014. She is board certified through the American Board of Pediatrics.

When she is not working, Dr. Carpenter enjoys spending time with her two highly energetic daughters and their miniature Schnauzer, Dodger. Her favorite children's activities are puzzles, coloring, and singing silly songs. When she is not with her kids, she enjoys watching movies, traveling to new places, cooking, and reading.

To make an appointment with Dr. Carpenter, call the office or request your appointment using the online booking tool today.

Marilyn A. Brown, MD, FAAP, is a board-certified pediatrician with over two decades of experience providing expert pediatric care. Dr. Brown sees patients at Northeast Pediatric Associates PA at their Stone Oak office in San Antonio, Texas.

Dr. Brown earned her medical degree from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee, in 1996. She then completed her residency training in pediatrics at Barnes-Jewish Hospital through Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Brown has been with the team at Northeast Pediatric Associates since 2015. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and board certified through the American Board of Pediatrics.

Dr. Brown is married with three children. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoys traveling, attending sporting events, and watching good movies.

Make an appointment with Dr. Brown by calling Northeast Pediatric Associates or using the online booking tool today.

Board-certified pediatrician Sarah A. Stafford, MD, FAAP, offers comprehensive pediatric care at Northeast Pediatric Associates PA. Dr. Stafford sees patients at the practice’s office in Schertz, Texas. Her professional interests include managing childhood obesity and working with first-time parents. With her expertise, Dr. Stafford strives to help her patients grow and thrive into adulthood.

Dr. Stafford earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston in 2010 and finished her residency training in pediatrics at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. She has been with the team at Northeast Pediatric Associates since 2013 and is board certified through the American Board of Pediatrics.

When she is not at work, Dr. Stafford enjoys reading and playing a good game of volleyball with friends. Her hobbies include swimming and hiking with her dog, Samwise. 

To make an appointment with Dr. Stafford, call Northeast Pediatric Associates or use the online booking tool to request your visit today.

Robert B. Trimble, MD, FAAP, is a board-certified pediatrician with the caring team at Northeast Pediatric Associates PA. Dr. Trimble brings over a decade of experience and sees patients at the practice’s office in Schertz, Texas. Dr. Trimble enjoys teaching and providing patient education to help his patients lead healthy lives. His areas of interest include nutrition, safety in youth sports, and special health care needs.

Dr. Trimble earned his medical degree from the Texas Tech University School of Medicine in Lubbock, Texas, in 2011. He then completed his residency training in pediatrics at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Dr. Trimble has been part of the team at Northeast Pediatric Associates since 2014 and is board certified through the American Board of Pediatrics.

Dr. Trimble is married with three children. When he is not working, Dr. Trimble enjoys spending time with his family and friends, at church, and with his three dogs. 

To make an appointment with Dr. Trimble, call the office or request your visit using the online scheduling tool today.

Tracy Lama-Briseño, DO, is a board-certified pediatrician who brings over a decade of experience in medicine. She provides expert pediatric care to patients at Northeast Pediatric Associates PA at their office in Schertz, Texas. Her professional interests include patient advocacy and education, nutrition, and newborn care.

Dr. Lama-Briseño earned her medical degree from the Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences in Missouri in 2008. She has been with the team at Northeast Pediatric Associates since 2020 and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

Dr. Lama-Briseño was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas. She has a large extended family with whom she enjoys spending as much time as possible when she is not working. Her other interests include traveling, sports, and listening to all types of music.

To make an appointment with Dr. Lama-Briseño, call the office today or request a visit with her using the online booking tool.

Joseph Rangel, DO, is a board-certified pediatrician with the caring team at Northeast Pediatric Associates PA. Dr. Rangel currently provides compassionate and attentive pediatric care at the practice’s Medina Valley office in Castroville, Texas.

Dr. Rangel originally grew up in Castroville before moving to San Antonio, Texas, in elementary school. Dr. Rangel earned his Doctor of Osteopathy from the University of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Worth in 2017. He has been with the team at Northeast Pediatric Associates since 2020 and is board certified through the American Board of Pediatrics.

Dr. Rangel is excited to help patients and their families lead happy, healthy lives as they grow into adulthood. Dr. Rangel’s professional interests include patient advocacy and public health. During his leisure time, Dr. Rangel likes to read, watch movies, and travel.

To make an appointment with Dr. Rangel, call Northeast Pediatric Associates or request your visit with him using the online scheduling tool today.

Kelly Smith, MD, specializes in pediatric pulmonology and sleep medicine, and is a co-founder of Texas Pediatric Specialties and Family Sleep Center in the Alamo Heights, Shavano Park, and Lockhill-Selma areas of San Antonio, Texas. He has achieved fellowship designation in four areas of medical practice to include sleep medicine, pediatrics, pediatric pulmonology, and internal medicine. 

A New Braunfels native, Dr. Smith earned his undergraduate degree from Austin College in Sherman, Texas, and remained in the state to complete his medical degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. He refined his skills and knowledge through an internship and residency at the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center in Lexington, where he was also appointed chief resident of internal medicine and pediatrics. 

Fellowship training in pediatric pulmonology at Texas Children’s Hospital and Baylor College of Medicine in Houston came next, followed by research and training in sleep medicine through the Texas Children’s Sleep Center in San Antonio.  

Dr. Smith went into private practice in 2007 and worked with his partners to open Texas Pediatric Specialties and Family Sleep Center in 2009. He enjoys working collaboratively to offer the highest possible level of care in pediatric pulmonology and adult/pediatric sleep medicine. 

When not working with patients, Dr. Smith enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. Flyfishing, mountain biking, whitewater rafting, and soccer keep him outdoors and active, and he tries to take advantage of all that the San Antonio area has to offer.

Tarak Patel, MD, is a caring and compassionate pediatric pulmonologist and a vital part of the team at Texas Pediatric Specialties and Family Sleep Center. He’s deeply touched to have served so many families in the Alamo Heights, Shavano Park, and Lockhill-Selma areas of San Antonio, Texas, area.

Dr. Patel has deep roots in Texas. He began his studies at the University of Texas at Austin, earning his degree in biology. He then studied medicine at Texas Tech University School of Medicine in Lubbock. 

He finished his clinical training in El Paso, where he enjoyed expanding his Spanish language skills and narrowed his area of focus to pediatric lung disease, and asthma in particular. He went on to complete his training in pediatric medicine at the University of Texas at Houston. His dedication to continuing education is exemplified through a fellowship in pediatric pulmonology at Texas Children’s Hospital and Baylor College of Medicine, also in Houston.  

Throughout his studies, Dr. Patel found a great deal of fulfillment in working with various charitable organizations and in volunteer roles in medical clinics. He also continues to pursue ongoing education through lectures in a wide range of pediatric conditions. That breadth of knowledge has informed and shaped his patient care in countless ways. 

Dr. Patel treats each patient as though they were one of his own children. The families that entrust him with their medical needs appreciate that personable approach and are comforted that their children are in the best of hands.