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Nicole attended Ithaca College and graduated with her Master’s of Science Degree in 2000 (MS). She is a licensed of Physical Therapist (PT). Upon graduation, she immediately pursued her passion for pediatrics at All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg, Florida, where she worked for 8 years. After moving back to New Jersey with her two boys in order to be closer to her family, she took a position in a leadership role at Children’s Specialized Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ. Throughout her career, she also has had experience working in skilled nursing facilities with patients of various ages and diagnoses. She has a love for children with special needs and looks forward to volunteering with the Special Olympics this fall. She is excited to be furthering her pediatric career at Kids’ Therapy Center!

Dr Gary McAbee is a pediatric neurologist who is board-certified in pediatric neurology, general pediatrics and adult neurology. He has been a Chief of Pediatric Neurology at 4 academic institutions and a Chair of Pediatrics at a major academic medical school. He has published over 70 scientific articles and book chapters and has been a Professor at three medical schools. He has been voted Top Doctor by his peers since 2005.

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

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

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

Amit Chitalia, MD, is a certified cosmetic physician who’s committed to improving lives through cutting-edge, science-backed aesthetic and anti-aging treatments. As medical director of Omega Medical in Florham Park, New Jersey, he’s gratified to help the women and men he treats feel better, look better, and develop a greater sense of confidence.

Dr. Chitalia received a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry and molecular biology, a master’s degree in medical sciences, and his doctorate of medicine from St. George’s University School of Medicine. In addition to earning an MBA from Boston University, Dr. Chitalia trained with the American Society of Cosmetic Physicians, American Academy of Procedural Medicine, American Cosmetic Cellular Medicine Association, and American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery.

He’s passionate about bringing the latest rejuvenation and revitalization techniques to Omega Medical, including platelet-rich therapy (PRP) to reverse hair loss and turn back the clock on aging skin. Dr. Chitalia also restores sexual function and pleasure with the groundbreaking O-Shot® and P-Shot®. He’s an expert in microneedling, liquid facelifts, and Vampire®) techniques.

At Omega Medical, Dr. Chitalia provides personalized care to women and men of all ages. He constantly learns new techniques so he can offer the best and latest treatments in the field of medical aesthetics and regenerative medicine.

Dr Gary McAbee is a pediatric neurologist who is board-certified in pediatric neurology, general pediatrics and adult neurology. He has been a Chief of Pediatric Neurology at 4 academic institutions and a Chair of Pediatrics at a major academic medical school. He has published over 70 scientific articles and book chapters and has been a Professor at three medical schools. He has been voted Top Doctor by his peers since 2005.

Dr. Evelyn S. Ha, MD, FAAP

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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 Gary McAbee is a pediatric neurologist who is board-certified in pediatric neurology, general pediatrics and adult neurology. He has been a Chief of Pediatric Neurology at 4 academic institutions and a Chair of Pediatrics at a major academic medical school. He has published over 70 scientific articles and book chapters and has been a Professor at three medical schools. He has been voted Top Doctor by his peers since 2005.

Costas Frousios, MD, is an experienced pediatrician at Astoria Pediatric PC in Astoria, New York. He has a deep connection to Astoria, with personal, familial, and professional relationships in the community. Dr. Frousios was raised in Astoria and returned in 1996 to serve his neighborhood as a pediatrician.

Like his partner, Dr. Lilly Rodriguez, Dr. Frousios strives to reflect children’s individual and unique identities throughout treatment. No child is the same, which is why he devotes individualized attention to each patient. 

 

Dr. Frousios earned his medical degree from Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara in Jalisco, Mexico, and has been in practice for more than 20 years. He trained with Brookdale Hospital Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. With this experience, Dr. Frousios earned affiliations at several hospitals, such as New York-Presbyterian Queens Hospital and New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. 

 

Dr. Frousios is proud to welcome new and returning patients and their families to Astoria Pediatric PC. 

Lilly Rodriguez, MD, FAAP, is a skilled pediatrics specialist serving patients at Astoria Pediatric PC in Astoria, New York. With over 30 years of experience in the medical field, Dr. Rodriguez strives to reflect children’s individual and unique identities. She devotes time and personal attention to each and every patient, catering to their specific needs. 

 

Dr. Rodriguez graduated from Universidad Central Del Caribe School of Medicine in Bayamon, Puerto Rico, in 1987. She continued her studies in the western Queens neighborhood of New York City, at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, in affiliation with Elmhurst Hospital Center. After completing her residency, Dr. Rodriguez was asked to remain on for a year to serve as Chief Resident for Mount Sinai School.

 

Dr. Rodriguez is affiliated with multiple medical facilities, such as Elmhurst Hospital Center and New York-Presbyterian Queens, and has been a board-certified physician for over 25 years. She is proud to welcome new and returning patients and their families to Astoria Pediatric PC.

Dr. Chhavi Agarwal of Pediatric Endocrinology of New York is a board certified pediatric endocrinologist. She has offices in both Scarsdale and Flushing New York and brings over two decades of experience to providing compassionate and individualized care. Dr. Agarwal is internationally recognized for her published research and treatment of a wide range of hormone-related disorders in children with disorders of the thyroid, pituitary, and adrenal glands, among other endocrinologic conditions.

Dr. Agarwal’s extensive training, which began in India, includes a fellowship in pediatric endocrinology at Columbia University and pediatric training in London. An active researcher with a masters degree in clinical research from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, she has undertaken considerable research on the effects of obesity and insulin resistance on cardiovascular health in children and adolescents. She also holds the title of Expert Consultant, International Rett Syndrome Foundation in the tristate area. She has been recognized as a Top Doctor by Westchester Magazine since 2014, one of New York Magazine’s Top Doctors from 2012 through 2016, and one of Castle Connolly’s Top Doctors from 2012 through 2017.

Lina Nie, MD, Ph.D., is a diligent and hard-working pediatrician providing pediatrics and adolescent medicine. She sees patients for many reasons at her practice, Nie Lina MD PC, located in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. She is also an attending physician at NYU Lutheran Medical Center and Maimonides Medical Center in the same location, and NYU Langone Health in New York.

Dr. Nie obtained her medical degree from the Tongji University School of Medicine. She also holds a Ph.D. in biochemistry from the City University of New York. After this, she completed her residency training in pediatrics at the State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center.

Dr. Nie holds a certification from the American Board of Pediatrics. She has tremendous experience in treating a diverse range of medical conditions. As she is fluent in English and Mandarin, patients from various backgrounds enjoy having her as their physician.

She has been recognized as America's Top Pediatricians by Consumers' Research Council of America for 2016 and 2018, and top-performing providers from the 2019 Healthfirst Quality Incentive Program (HQIP).

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.

 

Dr Gary McAbee is a pediatric neurologist who is board-certified in pediatric neurology, general pediatrics and adult neurology. He has been a Chief of Pediatric Neurology at 4 academic institutions and a Chair of Pediatrics at a major academic medical school. He has published over 70 scientific articles and book chapters and has been a Professor at three medical schools. He has been voted Top Doctor by his peers since 2005.

With a family-centered focus and an attentive team of pediatric experts, Rise & Shine Pediatrics is the best choice for childhood and adolescent medical care in Iselin and South Plainfield, New Jersey. Pediatrician Kalpana Kumari, MD, FAAP, offers well-child visits, sick visits, and all the other care children need in the communities of Edison and Woodbridge. She also treats strep throat, allergies, asthma, cough, and autism, along with virtually all other conditions that affect kids and teens today.

After several years of experience in Pediatrics, Dr. Kumari became the founder and medical director of Rise & Shine Pediatrics, PC. Her founding vision has been to provide exemplary high quality personalized medical care to her patients. She desires for Rise & Shine Pediatrics to be a comprehensive medical home for her patients and their families.

Same-day, early morning, and late-evening appointments are available, and providers are accessible around the clock in emergencies. Dr. Kumari and the Rise & Shine Pediatrics team believe that their patients’ time is just as valuable as their own, and that translates to minimal waiting times and maximum respect.

The practice offers separate waiting rooms for sick children, easy access to patient records through the online portal, and convenient online resources for autism, obesity, and ADHD.

Childhood can come with some challenges for both kids and their parents, but Dr. Kumari is here to make the journey to optimal health as smooth and easy as possible. For the best in compassionate and dedicated pediatric care, use the online scheduler or call the closest location of Rise & Shine Pediatrics today.