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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

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

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.

quick.

Very professional and quick I love it

Destiny R.

Easy quick experience.

Easy quick experience

Sheilisa M.

Great Hospitality!

Great Hospitality!

Jacarah A.

We felt comfortable.

Everyone was great. We felt comfortable.

Marilyn

Visit was great.

Visit was great Acevedo great change for me and my baby

Jateria S.

hands down the best pediatrician.

Ray Acevedo hands down the best pediatrician!

Maria Clara R.

Dr. Pelts Katherine did an amazing job.

Dr. Pelts Katherine did an amazing job and helped a lot!

Karina K.

The staff are amazing as well!!

It’s always a pleasure bringing my son to see his pediatrician! The staff are amazing as well!!

Staci-Ann A.

he is patient, listens to the patient/parents, and follows through on everything.

Doctor Ray Acevedo is one of the best doctors we have had. He is patient, listens to the patient/parents, and follows through on everything. It can be 7:30 at night and he has called us personally with updates for results on tests ran. He is very involved with his patients, truly cares and we hope that he never moves. I can't say enough good things about him.

Tracey S.

I’m very happy with this location.

Took my son there and the doctor took her time and thoroughly explained everything to me about my sons diagnosis.The ladies at the front desk were super kind (Linda and Mila I think) I’m very happy with this location and will definitely be going back !!!

Clifford S.

someone contact her manager please and let them know she is outstanding!

Kimberly Young was amazing. She was on the phone for almost an hour helping me. She was patient, she was kind… and she was on the phone with me past 9pm which meant the world to me after a long day to have clarity in what was needed. I’m not sure if she is in the Lauderdale south office or just answers the phones but someone contact her manager please and let them know she is outstanding! Thank you!

Anne Sterling R.

I received answers to all my questions.

The process was quick and straightforward. I received answers to all my questions and assistance at every stage.

Svitlana K.

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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