Atlanta Parent readers nominated their favorite pediatricians and pediatric specialists in Atlanta.

Here are more in-depth profiles on highlighted pediatricians from our June issue.

Pediatricians
Pediatric Specialists

Featured Pediatricians

CentreSpringMD

Dr. Taz and her team provide Innovative holistic pediatric care, delivered by Board Certified Pediatricians and Pediatric Nurse Practitioners. The team at CentreSpringMD addresses the challenges of pediatrics today by blending the importance of nutrition, gut health, environmental stressors and toxins in the development of children.

Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine

Gwinnett Pediatrics includes 17 board-certified pediatricians at four locations in the oldest established practice in Gwinnett County. Each pediatrician provides traditional, conservative health care in agreement with recommendations and guidelines offered by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

InTown Pediatrics

Intown Pediatrics is a true “neighborhood” practice by being involved in the community, offering convenient appointment times and after-hours advice to parents. Eight pediatric providers are committed to partnering with families to foster the healthy growth and development of their children.

One Family Pediatrics

Dr. Lavania and her staff are dedicated to providing accessible, individualized healthcare to children and adolescents and empowering parents with knowledge about their child’s well-being.

Pediatricians

Ali, Muhammad, MD
Eastside Pediatrics, Snellville

Avery, Rashida, MD
Intown Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, PC, three metro Atlanta locations
“We love seeing Dr. Avery! She and her staff are always friendly and thorough.” Tracey A.

Babao, Carmina, MD
Dawson Pediatrics, Dawsonville and Cumming

Babcock, Laura, MD
Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, four metro Atlanta locations
“Dr. Babcock goes above and beyond in meeting her patients’ needs.” -Sheri L.

Bataille, Fredly, MD
Intown Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, PC, three metro Atlanta locations
“The offices are modern and clean, and we appreciate same-day sick/weekend availability.” -Nicole D.

Benaroch, Roy, MD
Pediatric Physicians, PC, Roswell and Alpharetta

Berenson, Gloria Ana, MD
Dunwoody Pediatrics, Dunwoody and Alpharetta

Bhatia, Taz, MD
CentreSpringMD, Atlanta and Johns Creek
“Dr. Taz is a wealth of knowledge…I am confident that my child is getting the care they deserve.” -Kate R.

Bien, Elizabeth R., MD
Pediatric Physicians, PC, Roswell and Alpharetta

Billingsly, Tiffini, MD
Premier Pediatric Associates, Smyrna

Blackington, M. Rebecca, MD
Roswell Pediatric Center, PC, Alpharetta and Cumming

Bowman, Catherine B., MD
Roswell Pediatric Center, PC, Alpharetta and Cumming

Bramwell, Anna, MD
Piedmont Pediatrics, Atlanta

Burnham, Brian D., MD
Roswell Pediatric Center, PC, Alpharetta and Cumming

Burnham, Robert D., MD
Roswell Pediatric Center, PC, Alpharetta and Cumming

Butler-Rice, Angela, MD
Amazing Pediatrics, Decatur

Cabrera, Greg, MD
North Point Pediatrics, Alpharetta

Campbell, Jennifer, MD
North Point Pediatrics, Alpharetta

Clements, Rebecca B., MD
Preston Ridge Pediatrics, Alpharetta

Darby, Scott, MD
Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, four metro Atlanta locations
“Dr. Darby is so devoted to his patients. He takes time to listen and takes such good care of everyone he sees.” -Selma M.

Davis, Jenna S., MD
Valentine Pediatric Group, Decatur

Eaton, Melissa G., MD
Roswell Pediatric Center, PC, Alpharetta and Cumming

Faroqui, Mahnaz, MD
Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, four metro Atlanta locations
“I am the mom of a special needs child with Down Syndrome; Dr. Faroqui is so patient and great with her.” -Shelby H.

Fowlkes-Callins, Jennifer, MD
Morehouse Healthcare, Atlanta

Franklin, Jennifer, MD
CentreSpringMD, Atlanta and Johns Creek
“She doesn’t rush when seeing my daughter, and allows so much time for questions and conversations.” -Megan E.

Furr, Christine Y., MD
Children’s Medical Group, PC, Johns Creek

Gfroerer, Terrence, MD
Dunwoody Pediatrics, Dunwoody and Alpharetta

Gillman, Rachel, DO
Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, four metro Atlanta locations
“Dr. Gillman listens to every concern and has a great bedside manner.” -Jeanne H.

Gropper Biggs, Jennie, MD
Pediatric Physicians, PC, Roswell and Alpharetta

Guthrie, Bridgette D., MD
Roswell Pediatric Center, PC, Alpharetta and Cumming

Hammid, Saad, MD
Greater Atlanta Pediatrics, Stone Mountain

Harbaugh, Norman C., MD
Children’s Medical Group, PC, Johns Creek

Hari, Meenakshi, MD
Sun Pediatrics, Marietta, East Cobb and Alpharetta

Hassel McNeil, Stephanie, MD
Our Village Pediatrics, Canton

Herrmann, Carol, MD
Rainbow Kids Pediatrics, Decatur

Jackson, Jessika, MD
Premier Pediatric Associates, Smyrna

Jackson, Vanna, MD
Sandy Springs Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, PC, Atlanta

Jacobsen, Sara, MD
Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, four metro Atlanta locations
“Dr. Sara has a great rapport with babies and children. She is always upbeat and very thorough!” -Michelle F.

Johnson, Wes, MD
Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, four metro Atlanta locations
“We love Dr. Wes! He makes us feel so comfortable and is always willing to answer our questions without judgement.” -Emily G.

Johnson, Yolanda, MD
Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, four metro Atlanta locations
“We’ve been seeing her for 6+ years and absolutely love and respect her.” Sarah P.

Jones, David, MD
Kaiser Permanente, Atlanta

Josephson, Douglas S., MD
Roswell Pediatric Center, PC, Alpharetta and Cumming

Kanaan, Emily, MD
Oakhurst Pediatrics, Decatur

Kelly, Linda S., MD
Dunwoody Pediatrics, Dunwoody and Alpharetta

Klopman, Andrea F., MD
Roswell Pediatric Center, PC, Alpharetta and Cumming

Kubagawa, Homare, MD
Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, four metro Atlanta locations
“The whole practice is fantastic…we really appreciate the time Dr. K takes with each appointment  and the way he interacts with our kids.” -Jennifer K.

Landis, Evan N., MD
Roswell Pediatric Center, PC, Alpharetta and Cumming

Lavania, Hiral, MD
One Family Pediatrics, Cumming
“She always responds quickly, is patient, and makes sure patient and guardian understand every step.” -Sonali S.

Levy, Laurie, MD
Briarvista Pediatrics, Atlanta

Long, Mark A., MD
Kennesaw Pediatrics, Kennesaw

Marcus, Tara L., MD
Roswell Pediatric Center, PC, Alpharetta and Cumming

McKinnon, Elizabeth A., MD
Preston Ridge Pediatrics, Alpharetta

Molock, Suzanne, MD
Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, four metro Atlanta locations
“She’s thoughtful about teaching my kids how to be their own health advocates. She’s always engaged and her practice is super responsive!” -Amy B.

Muller-Dale, Stephanie, MD
North Point Pediatrics, Alpharetta

Ologunja, Kola, MD
Spectrum Pediatric Group, Kennesaw

Papciak, Michael R., MD
Preston Ridge Pediatrics, Alpharetta

Penny, Larue D., MD
Preston Ridge Pediatrics, Johns Creek

Price, LaKimberly, MD
Intown Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, PC, three metro Atlanta locations
“She listens well, answers all questions and is on top of all of our concerns.” -Courtney B.

Quisling, Yvette, MD
Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, four metro Atlanta locations
“Dr. Quisling goes above and beyond to make sure that my kids receive the care that they need.” -Lisa T.

Ransom, Lindsey, MD
West Atlanta Pediatrics, Lithia Springs and Dallas

Roberts, Lisa, MD
Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, four metro Atlanta locations
“Dr. Roberts genuinely cares about all of her patients. She is very knowledgeable and answers any questions that you have.” -Adrienne H.

Santorum, Jennifer E., MD
Johns Creek Pediatrics, Johns Creek

Sells, Deneta H., MD
Intown Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, PC, three metro Atlanta locations
“We love Dr. Sells! She and the staff are very professional and friendly.” -Kim D.

Shepard, Alejandro, MD
Intown Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, PC, three metro Atlanta locations
“Dr. Shepard always listens to our concerns and addresses them.” -Liz W.

Shirazi, Kathy, MD
Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, four metro Atlanta locations
“Each time my daughter visits, no matter if it’s for a runny nose or a physical, Dr. Shirazi takes her time to talk to her and listens to all her questions.” -Jessica P.

Shore, Steven, MD
Sandy Springs Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, PC, Atlanta

Shu, Jennifer, MD
Children’s Medical Group, PC, Decatur

Silverman, Howard W., MD
Roswell Pediatric Center, PC, Alpharetta and Cumming

Smiley, Susan, MD
Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, four metro Atlanta locations
“Dr. Smiley is the best doctor for my babies! She always takes extra care and time with them like they were her own.” -Elissa M.

Stebbins Stanton A., MD
Pediatric Physicians, PC, Roswell and Alpharetta

Steele, Sharon, MD
Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, four metro Atlanta locations
“She always goes above and beyond. The office has great hours and can always get us in for a same day sick visit.” -Alex B.

Stephansson, Reanne, MD
Pediatric Physicians, PC, Roswell and Alpharetta

Stickney, George, MD
Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, four metro Atlanta locations
“Dr Stickney is great with questions and provides a happy, peaceful visit every time. “-Chris W.

Stolle, Ashley, MD
Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, four metro Atlanta locations
“She is so kind and caring. She doesn’t simply focus on physical health, she cares and inquires about her patients’ mental health.” -Tiffany K.

Szabo, Christa L., MD
Roswell Pediatric Center, PC, Alpharetta and Cumming

Thomson, R. David, MD
Hamilton Mill Pediatrics, Dacula

Verras, Athanasios, MD
Verras Pediatrics, PC, Tucker

Vigil, J. Vincent, MD
Children’s Medicine, PC, Lawrenceville and Suwanee

Washington, Keyana, MD
Gwinnett Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, four metro Atlanta locations
“Dr. Washington took us under her wing as first time parents and gave us all the time we needed to answer questions, concerns and worries we had.” -Erin I.

Wexler, Eve, MD
Briarvista Pediatrics, Atlanta

White, Crystal, MD
West Vinings Pediatric Group, Smyrna

Wilkov, Jane, MD
Dekalb Pediatrics, Decatur

Williams, Douglas, MD
Georgetown Pediatrics, Cumming

Wilson, Danelle, MD
North Point Pediatrics, Alpharetta

Winters-Smith, Lisa, MD
Kennesaw Pediatrics, Kennesaw

Young, Earl, MD
West Atlanta Pediatrics, Lithia Springs and Dallas

Youngblood, Elaine, MD
Kids First Pediatric Group, LLC, Stockbridge

Pediatric Specialists

Mehta, Tejas, MD
Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates, Sandy Springs

Chacko, Thomas, MD
CHACKO Allergy, Asthma and Sinus Center, six metro Atlanta locations

Statham, Melissa, MD
Atlanta Intsitute for ENT, Atlanta and Alpharetta

Moss,   Cierra, MD
CHOA Developmental & Behavioral Clinic, Atlanta

Thomsen, James, MD
PENTA: Pediatric ENT of Atlanta, nine metro Atlanta locations