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We're Pediatric Associates! Providing kids healthcare in Fort Lauderdale

For more than 70 years, parents have been choosing us for their children’s healthcare. We support kids’ futures using evidence-based practices and the latest technologies to provide the highest quality of care.

(954) 522-0755

  • Monday: 8AM–10:30PM
  • Tuesday: 8AM–10:30PM
  • Wednesday: 8AM–10:30PM
  • Thursday: 8AM–10:30PM
  • Friday: 8AM–10:30PM
  • Saturday: 8AM–8PM
  • Sunday: 12PM–5PM

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Visit our pediatric office

Pediatric Associates offers a warm, kid-friendly environment designed to ease anxiety and make every visit comfortable for both children and parents.

Our Office

Behavioral health

About 3 times more boys than girls are diagnosed with ADHD. See how our pediatrician can determine a treatment plan to help your child lead a happy and healthy life.

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Virtual visits

Not every health concern needs a trip to the doctor’s office. With the KidzDocNow app, your child can see a pediatrician with a video appointment right from the comfort of home.

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After hours & weekend visits

We’re here for the sniffles, fevers, and “uh-oh” moments—even on evenings and weekends.

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Meet our team

Ray Acevedo, MD

Ray Acevedo, MD

Board-Certified Pediatrician

Jaime Estrada, MD

Jaime Estrada, MD

Board-Certified Pediatrician

Dana T. Lister, DO, FAAP, DO, FAAP

Dana T. Lister, DO, FAAP, DO, FAAP

Board-Certified Pediatrician

Katherine Pelts, MD, FAAP

Katherine Pelts, MD, FAAP

Board-Certified Pediatrician

Rivkah Franklin, PA-C

Rivkah Franklin, PA-C

Nurse Practitioner

Aidan C. Raniere, APRN

Aidan C. Raniere, APRN

Nurse Practitioner

A message from our Chief Medical Officer

At Pediatric Associates, we’re passionate about keeping Fort Lauderdale’s kids healthy and happy. Guided by our core values—Care, Accessibility, Reliability, and Excellence—we’re proud to support families like yours with trusted, innovative pediatric care. Whether you’re new or a long-time patient, thank you for trusting us. We look forward to being part of your health journey.

C. Rocky Slonaker, M.D., CHCO, FAAP 


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Hear from our families

the entire staff made me feel so comfortable and welcomed.

Absolutely love this office! As a newborn mom feeling overwhelmed, the entire staff made me feel so comfortable and welcomed from the moment I walked in. Mila at the front desk is incredibly sweet and kind, and the lady in the lab was honestly the best — so patient, gentle, and reassuring. They truly made me feel at home during a time that can feel so stressful. So grateful to have found such a caring team for my baby. Highly recommend!

H

From the front desk.

Amazing pediatric to tale your child. From the front desk to the Doctor who went the extra mild to ensure that my child received the proper care

PG

The staff from the check in area all the way through out the visit is impeccable.

The staff from the check in area all the way through out the visit is impeccable.

Beatrice G.

Amazing staff.

Amazing staff. Linda at the front greeted us in a friendly and professional manner. Dr. Ambrose is amazing and our new physician for both our boys. She truly puts the care back into healthcare.

Laurie S.

The whole office was amazing!!!!

The whole office was amazing!!!! Love Dr. pelts

lamonica b.

South Fort Lauderdale office is so efficient.

South Fort Lauderdale office is so efficient. They are so professional and kind.

melissa m.

So glad we found this office.

So thankful for our office at Fort Lauderdale south. Everyone from front desk staff to med techs to the doctors/np are wonderful. They make you feel at ease and so caring. The after hours options and staff are wonderful and so comforting. Dr Singh in cardiology has been great. We are so grateful for Dr.Yolanda barbosa for following with us through our first year. So glad we found this office

Jeanette C.

super fast.

Great experience and super fast. Love Dr. Pelts

kimberly h.

they are clean.

Pediatric in Ft.Lauderdale Florida south area were great they all are very amazing 👏 I give them 5 stars 🌟 they are really appreciated 👏 💐 and they are clean and thats what up

Rosalie A.

Starts with Linda and Bri at the front desk, excellent service.

The most amazing experience. Starts with Linda and Bri at the front desk, excellent service then Dr. Dana Lister super sweet and knowledgeable. Thank you for being angels to my family.

gloria s.

Attentive and very helpful.

Attentive and very helpful

Ronald M.

especially my front desk crew.

Everyone was such a sweetheart there very nice and patient with everyone way better then any other location I been to I would highly recommend this location to friends and family thank you all for being there for me an my kids especially my front desk crew and doctor Katherine pelts

Tutie S.

They were very accommodating even when there was a miscommunication with their appointments system.

They were very accommodating even when there was a miscommunication with their appointments system. We were in and out in less than an hour for an annual visit. Our new Dr was very informative, sweet and direct with my child. I will always be back!

Amaris C.

I loved the doctor Diana, very nice.

Great office, I loved the doctor Diana, very nice. I been taking my kids here for the past 7 years and is amazing!

Diana G.

My son has special needs and has been a patient for many years.

My son has special needs and has been a patient for many years. I will continue to come here with him until he ages out. They are very caring and patient with the children and families that come here.

kym c.

awesome doctors.

Great customer service … awesome doctors . Always a pleasure

Jocelyn P.

got copies.

Super fast nice and helpful I got my kids registered with this doctors office yesterday was able to be seen today got their shots done got their physicals done and got copies and was in and out within an hour for two kids

WitchyGlam F.

Amazing thank u guys.

Amazing thank u guys you are the best

Nora Lara M.

She is always professional, attentive, and efficient.

Dr. Katherina Pelts at Pediatric Associates is truly outstanding. We’ve been seeing her regularly, and she is always professional, attentive, and efficient. She makes every visit smooth and stress-free, and we completely trust her. So grateful to have such an amazing doctor — highly recommend!

Svetlana A.

quick to get us seen.

I love how they are always quick to get us seen! The staff is also wonderful!

Jhlechia E.

We accept most major insurances

Whether you have Medicaid, a Commercial & Employer Group Plan, or an Individual & Family Marketplace Plan, you’re covered and cared for.

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