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Our pediatric specialists at the Children’s Hospital are dedicated to delivering high-quality specialty care. We utilize the latest information and technology to evaluate and treat complex medical issues, including cancer, heart conditions, and neurological disorders. Our highly skilled team of physicians, nurses, and other providers work together to provide comprehensive care for each child we treat

Our multidisciplinary team approach is designed to provide each child with the best possible outcome. As Brooklyn’s only children’s hospital, we are able to offer a full range of pediatric medical services. We work closely with our patients’ families to ensure that they are involved in every step of their child’s care.

Our specialists work together with your child’s pediatrician, providing all levels of outpatient care. If needed, our experts also have the ability to refer in cases of complex inpatient services which are not currently provided, such as cardiac transplant and dialysis.

To schedule an appointment with Maimonides Children’s Hospital, please call 718-283-7500.

Our pediatric specialists

The pediatric specialists at Maimonides Children’s Hospital are dedicated to delivering high-quality specialty care. Our specialties include:

Pediatric orthopedic surgery

Our pediatric orthopedic surgeons are specially trained to treat conditions that affect the bones, joints, and muscles of children. We offer comprehensive care for conditions such as scoliosis, hip dysplasia, and fractures. We also provide rehabilitation services to help your child regain strength and mobility.

Pediatric cardiology

The pediatric cardiology team at Maimonides Children’s Hospital is dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of heart conditions in children. We offer a wide range of services, including cardiac catheterization, echocardiography, and electrophysiology.

Pediatric infectious diseases

The specialists in our pediatric infectious diseases department are experts in the diagnosis and treatment of infections in children. These can include:

  • Bone and joint infections
  • Complicated pneumonia
  • Congenital infections
  • Infections related to cancer and chemotherapy
  • Lyme disease
  • Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections
  • Post-surgery infections
  • Recurrent fevers and infections

Pediatric oncology

The pediatric oncology team at Maimonides Children’s Hospital is dedicated to the treatment of childhood cancer. We offer a wide range of services, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and bone marrow transplant.

Meet Our Team

Amr Abdelgawad, MD, MBA

Orthopedic Surgery [foot, ankle], Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

Rabia Agha, MD

Pediatric Infectious Diseases

Yuri Brosgol, MD

Pediatric Neurology

Mahmut Y. Celiker, MD

Pediatric Cancer, Pediatric Hematology & Medical Oncology

Mara B. Chavolla Calderon, MD

Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

Linda M. Chen, DO

Pediatric Pulmonology

Steven R. Coleman, MD

Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

Bernadine R. Donahue, MD

Radiation Oncology, Internal Medicine

Mohamed I. Gaffoor, MD

Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

Sharon A. Glick, MD, MS

Pediatric Dermatology

Kyle J. Glithero, MD

Pediatric Surgery, Pediatric Cancer

Ludovico Guarini, MD

Pediatric Cancer, Pediatric Hematology & Medical Oncology

Lee Kaplowitz, MD

Otolaryngology - Ear, Nose & Throat/ENT

Irina A. Kazachkova, MD

Pediatric Endocrinology

Yelena Kogelman, MD

Pediatric Endocrinology

Gabriel Kupchik, MD

Pediatric Medical Genetics

Paul Lui, MD

Pediatric Radiology

Neha M. Malhotra, MD

Pediatric Gastroenterology

Michael G. Marcus, MD

Pediatric Allergy & Immunology, Pediatric Pulmonology

Lynn S. Model, MD, MS

Pediatric Surgery, Pediatric Trauma Surgery

Joshua P. Needleman, MD

Pediatric Pulmonology

Daniela Y. Rafii, MD

Pediatric Cardiology

Prema Ramaswamy, MD

Pediatric Cardiology

Vivian Tang, MD

Pediatric Gastroenterology

James J. Tucci, MD

Orthopedic Surgery, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

Michael H. Weiss, MD

Head & Neck Cancer, Otolaryngology - Ear, Nose & Throat/ENT

Graciela Wetzler, MD

Pediatric Gastroenterology

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