
World-Class, Primary Care for Kids
We believe a healthy childhood creates a foundation for lifelong wellness. AdventHealth for Children pediatricians are here for your child at every age and stage — starting long before they’re even born.
When your child isn’t feeling well, you want to get them the personalized care they need as quickly as possible. We’re here to treat everything from sniffles to more serious conditions, offering same-day sick visits, extended office hours and, in some locations, weekend appointments.
All of our board-certified pediatricians are part of the AdventHealth care network and are committed to providing the whole-person care your child deserves. We have the expert support they need for every age and stage of life, including:
- Behavioral and developmental evaluations and treatment, if needed
- Care for minor illnesses like the cold and flu, allergic reactions and more
- Direct access to our advanced pediatric specialists
- Electrocardiogram (EKG) screening
- Nutrition counseling
- Recommended immunizations and vaccines
- Regular health checkups
- School and sports physicals
- Treatment for minor injuries
- Well-child care from birth through adolescence
Answers About the COVID-19 Vaccine and Kids
We’re encouraging parents to get children vaccinated to protect the whole family better. With the answers to these frequently asked questions, we hope you feel informed, comfortable and confident as you take steps to keep your family safe and well.
- Is it safe for my young child to receive the COVID-19 vaccine?
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Yes, the vaccine is safe for children ages 5 to 11. The Pfizer dose for young children contains one-third the amount of active ingredient compared to the adult dosage. For the best protection, children would receive their second dose 21 days or more after their first shot.
- Why can my young child only get the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine?
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At this time, the Food and Drug Administration has only recommended emergency use authorization of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine in children ages 5 to 11. Children in this age group will receive a lower dose of the vaccine to protect against symptomatic infection and reduce the risk of severe side effects of COVID-19 if they get sick.
- What kind of side effects will my young child get from the COVID-19 vaccine?
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About half of all people who receive the COVID-19 vaccine experience some side effects, but that’s a result of the immune response brought on by the vaccine, meaning that it’s working. Other common side effects include fatigue, fever, headache and muscle pain.
- I heard young kids can develop heart problems from the COVID-19 vaccine. Is my child at risk?
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According to the Food and Drug Administration, there is a low risk of myocarditis cases in the 12 to 17 age group, and the risk could be even lower for younger children who receive the vaccine. We encourage you to reach out to your child's pediatrician as he or she can talk through any questions you may have and provide a personalized recommendation.

Caring for Pediatric Behavioral Concerns
If you’ve ever wondered if your child might have attention deficit disorder (ADD) or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you’re not alone. Common signs and symptoms of ADD and ADHD to keep an eye out for include:
- Daydreaming often
- Difficulty following multi-step instructions
- Easily distracted by external stimuli
- Hyperactivity
- Inability to focus for long periods of time
- Poor impulse control
- Poor school performance
- Poor sleep habits
- Resistant to activities that require sustained mental effort
- Unable to sit still, or constantly fidgeting
Our expert pediatricians are here to help and specialize in diagnosing and treating children with ADD and ADHD.

Health Navigation
One Call Does It All
Our children’s health navigators are specially trained nurses here to provide complimentary services that help you coordinate your overall care and answer any questions you may have. These services include:
- Finding a care provider
- Answering your health care questions
- Assistance with scheduling annual office visits and screenings
- Resources and support for you and your family
- Coordination of care among multiple providers and facilities
For one less thing on your "to-do" list, call our Health Navigation Team at Call407-537-5516 or click the button below to learn more.
Our Locations
Our AdventHealth Medical Group pediatricians have convenient office locations throughout Central Florida with various locations offering same-day availability and extended hours.
- Altamonte Springs
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AltamonteSpringsPediatrics.com
- Spanish-speaking physicians available
- Specializes in ADD/ADHD
Providers:
Paulino Milla-Orellana, MD
Domonic Lane Westergaard, APRN - Apopka
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- Croatian-speaking physician available
- Same day appointment availability
- Specializes in Pediatric Obesity
Provider:
Majda Behani, MD - College Park
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- Circumcisions for newborns
Providers:
Robert Chong, MD
Michelle Norden, MD - Daytona Beach
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- Spanish-speaking physician available
Provider:
Carlos Fernandez-Maymi, MDAshwini Jasutkar, MD
Mihir Tolat, MD
Francesca Castan, PA-C
- Lake Mary
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- Spanish-speaking physician available
- Specializes in ADD/ADHD
- Rapid Track Walk in appointments available for minor illnesses for existing patients, Monday - Saturday
Providers:Rebecca Archer, ARNP
Thomas Alber, MD
Analise Casey, MD
Robert Chong, MD
Nicholas Constantino, PA-C
Dawn Ellis, PA-C
Kristi Germeroth, APRN
Alexa Heller, MD
Miles Landis, MD
Mark Roque, MD
Cynthia Walker, APRN
Allison West, APRN
- Mount Dora
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- Same day appointments available
Providers:
Michael Baker, MDLorraine Mitchell, MD
- Orange City
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- Rapid Track Walk in appointments available for minor illnesses for existing patients, Monday - Saturday
- Twilight walk-in hours for minor illnesses Monday - Friday 5 - 9pm, Saturday and Sunday 12 - 9pm
Providers:
Thomas Alber, MD
Nicholas Constantino, PA-C
Alexa Heller, MD
Miles Landis, MD
Cynthia Walker, APRN
- Orlando
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- French, Arabic and Polish-speaking physician available
- Same day appointment availability
Providers:
Danuta Deeb, MDMichelle Norden, MD
Nicholas Constantino, PA-C
- Palm Coast
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Provider:
Michael Davis, DO - Tavares - Banning Beach
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- Walk-in hours available
Provider:
Valerie Thomas, MD - Tavares - David Walker
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- Same day appointment available
- Extended Hours on Mondays and Wednesdays
Providers:
Denis Diaz, MD
Kristy Beron, APRN - Waterford Lakes
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WaterfordLakesPediatrician.com
- Brand-new convenient location
- Next day appointment availability
Provider:
Sharon DiCristofaro, MD - Winter Garden- Fowler Grove
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- Open 365 days a year
Providers:Kattya Antenor, MD
Heather Elizondo Vega, MD
Anita Moorjani, MD
Tiffany Tamse, MD
Sophie Thibault, MD*Academic Practice
About Our Academic Practice
AdventHealth Medical Group academic practices treat patients in Care Teams, conferring either in the examination room or behind the scenes on a patient’s case using the latest diagnostic techniques. Our doctors provide comprehensive care in acute illnesses, behavior and mental health, development and growth evaluations, and preventive medicine. As part of AdventHealth’s Residency Programs, we offer teaching facilities that are up-to-date on all the leading-edge medical information, education and procedures.To learn more click here.
- Winter Garden- Stoneybrook West
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- Cantonese-speaking physician available
- Same day appointment availability
Provider:
Sarah Li, MD