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We're Pediatric Associates! Providing kids healthcare in Hialeah

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.

(305) 779-0729

  • Monday: 8AM–7PM
  • Tuesday: 8AM–7PM
  • Wednesday: 8AM–7PM
  • Thursday: 8AM–7PM
  • Friday: 8AM–5PM
  • Saturday: 8AM–12PM
  • Sunday: Closed

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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.

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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

Oscar Benavides, MD, FAAP

Oscar Benavides, MD, FAAP

Board-Certified Pediatrician

Mariaester Makacio Morillo, MD

Mariaester Makacio Morillo, MD

Board-Certified Pediatrician

Amarilys Murillo

Amarilys Murillo

Board-Certified Pediatrician

Diana Curbelo Palenzuela, APRN

Diana Curbelo Palenzuela, APRN

Nurse Practitioner

Yurima Verdecia, PA-C

Yurima Verdecia, PA-C

Nurse Practitioner

A message from our Chief Medical Officer

At Pediatric Associates, we’re passionate about keeping Hialeah’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

la atención es excelente de parte de todos.

(Translated by Google) Every time I go, the service is excellent from everyone, and my doctor, Murillo, is wonderful. (Original) Siempre que voy la atención es excelente de parte de todos y mi doctora Murillo que es estupenda

Jeniffer R.

Tienen mucha profesionalidad.

(Translated by Google) They are very professional and their service is good; they react very quickly in critical situations. I am very happy with them. (Original) Tienen mucha profesionalidad y su atención es buena ,en situaciones de reacciones son bien rápidos estoy muy contenta con ellos

Janys D.

me encantó el lugar.

(Translated by Google) Today was my first time with my two children. It was quick, and everyone who helped me was very kind and attentive. I loved the place; everything was fast and convenient, and especially Dr. María Ester Makacio—she was excellent! I loved the service. 🤩 (Original) Hoy fue mi primera vez con mis dos niños fue rápido y todas las personas q m atendieron muy amables y atentas me encantó el lugar todo rápido y práctico y en especial la doctora MaríaEster makacio muy buena me encantó el trato 🤩

Lismary B.

Excellent service.

(Translated by Google) Excellent service (Original) Excelente atención

Laritza S.

Muy buena atención con los niños.

(Translated by Google) Very good attention to the children (Original) Muy buena atención con los niños

Lorena M.

the best I've ever met.

(Translated by Google) There's a new doctor who's amazing, the best I've ever met. His last name is Benavides. He's the best of the best. He healed my son, bringing him so much joy. Thanks to Dr. Benavides, the doctor who loves children. 🥰 (Original) Hay un doctor nuevo que es genial el mejor que he conocido el apellido es Benavides es lo mejor de lo mejor sano a mi hijo de una alegría que tenía gracias de Benavides el doctor que ama a los niños 🥰

Profecional s.

Excellent.

(Translated by Google) Excellent (Original) Excelente

Yelena R.

the best my children have ever had.

(Translated by Google) My children have been going there for years with their pediatrician, "Oscar Benavides," the best my children have ever had. We have absolutely no complaints. He's a great doctor, congratulations! 👏 (Original) Mis niños llevan años ahi con su Pediatra "Oscar Benavides" el mejor qué mis niños an tenido, no tenemos queja ninguna en lo absoluto, buen doctor, felicidades 👏

Yunet R.

we were in and out in no time.

We went for a cardiologist appointment and Doctor Oleg K was amazing. The whole staff was super nice. Plus we were in and out in no time.

Jennifer A.

thanks Dr amaralis murillo to take care of my bby.

excellent customer service thanks Dr amaralis murillo to take care of my bby you guys are the best

alex m.

We love our doctors Benavides and Murillo.

We love our doctors Benavides and Murillo , absolutely love the Hialeah location in my opinion it’s the best one out of all of them. Just wish their referral department didn’t take forever to send documents

Tatiana Pino o.

Very nice.

(Translated by Google) Very nice (Original) Muy agradables

Yaismari De La Cruz L.

Super 👍 👍 👍.

(Translated by Google) Super 👍 👍 👍 (Original) Súper 👍 👍 👍

Maylín S.

Muy buena atención.

(Translated by Google) Very good service (Original) Muy buena atención

Yoandra P.

especially Dr. Mariaester for being so attentive and special.

(Translated by Google) We appreciate the care you provide our children. Everyone is very professional and respectful, especially Dr. Mariaester for being so attentive and special. Thank you. (Original) Agradecemos la atencion que brindan a nuestros niños,todos muy profecionales y respetuosos en especial la Dra.Mariaester por ser tan atenta y especial.Gracias

Lety A.

Excellent.

(Translated by Google) Excellent (Original) Excelente

Onelis T.

super good with my girls.

(Translated by Google) They were super good with my girls. I hope they continue like this 🥰 (Original) Fueron súper buenos con mis niñas. Espero que sigan así 🥰

Greisha Lopez H.

great doctor.

(Translated by Google) Excellent Doctors, as well as all the staff who work there. Dr Benavides is a great doctor, a great human being with a big heart, his treatment and quality of work are exceptional. (Original) Excelentes Doctores,así como todo el personal que allí trabaja. El Dr Benavides es un gran doctor,un gran ser humano con un gran corazón, su trato y su calidad de trabajo son excepcionales.

Mairin A.

Excellent service.

(Translated by Google) Excellent service (Original) Excelente atención

Taimi P.

it was quite fast.

(Translated by Google) I was grateful for the attention of this clinic, everything was very clean and it was quite fast, my special thanks to Dr. Verdecia who treated my daughter with great kindness. (Original) Quede agradecida con la atención de esta clínica , todo muy limpio y fue bastante rápido , mi agradecimiento especial a la Dra Verdecia que trató a mi hija con mucha amabilidad .

Ismaray R.

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