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We're Pediatric Associates! Providing kids healthcare in Lakeland

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.

(863) 683-2579

  • Monday: 8AM–7PM
  • Tuesday: 8AM–7PM
  • Wednesday: 8AM–5PM
  • Thursday: 8AM–5PM
  • 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.

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

Rachel Ray, MD, FAAP

Rachel Ray, MD, FAAP

Board-Certified Pediatrician

Michele Tucker, DO, FAAP

Michele Tucker, DO, FAAP

Board-Certified Pediatrician

Jennifer Bath, APRN

Jennifer Bath, APRN

Nurse Practitioner

Allexis Nichole Bemman, APRN

Allexis Nichole Bemman, APRN

Nurse Practitioner

Belinda L. Saunders

Belinda L. Saunders

Nurse Practitioner

A message from our Chief Medical Officer

At Pediatric Associates, we’re passionate about keeping Lakeland’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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A comprehensive resource for vaccines in 2026

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Hear from our families

Muy buena doctora Ray Rachel.

(Translated by Google) Very good, Dr. Ray Rachel (Original) Muy buena doctora Ray Rachel

sylenaid

Everyone here is so kind.

Everyone here is so kind. All doctors are great but our favorite is Dr. Michele Tucker, she is amazing with our daughter. We absolutely love her and recommend this place to anyone looking for a place to take your little ones.

Flo M.

pleasant vist at Pediatric Medical Care.

Always had a pleasant vist at Pediatric Medical Care. All the staff very professional on everything. Thank you!

Johanna R.

Dr. Bath was very attentive.

I’ve been coming to this office since I was little. Now, all of my children are seen here. Dr. Bath was very attentive and so was her assistant. She very good with children. My son is on the spectrum. She was very patient with him. Love this office so much ❤️

Leah C.

Rachel Ray me encanta como trata a mi bebé.

(Translated by Google) Excellent! 👌 Very good service 👏 And excellent medical staff and assistants. I love how Rachel Ray treats my baby. (Original) Excelente 👌 Muy buena atención 👏 Y excelentes personal médico y asistentes. Rachel Ray me encanta como trata a mi bebé

Lisandra

Dr. Saunders is awesome.

Dr. Saunders is awesome. She listens thoroughly!!

Tasha J.

Doctors are caring.

Everyone is friendly and Doctors are caring straight forward

linda R.

Best doctor in Lakeland.

Best doctor in Lakeland thank you

ali a.

Love this facility and every one there.

Love this facility and every one there..

Misty W.

Love them.

Love them

Alexandria D.

great group of ladies.

All the way around great group of ladies

Christal H.

Dr Tucker was above all my expectations for a child.

Wonderful staff Dr Tucker was above all my expectations for a child. Will definitely keep this Dr

Joseph M.

These folks were patient & caring.

These folks were patient & caring. My son will return for his next checkup

Christina D.

Very good as always.

Very good as always Dr Rachel is the best!

Stacy R.

A great doctors office with very nice staff.

A great doctors office with very nice staff. All the doctors are AMAZING but I want to give Dr. Saunders a special shout out, she is extremely informative, explains in detail and truly shows how much she cares about her patients. Best doctor at that office!!

Savannah D.

they were very nice to him and my son.

My dad had to take my son to the dr for me due to work and they were very nice to him and my son. My dad and son had a great experience (at least u till he needs his shots … lol). But very nice. Thank you

Carolyn S.

Always helpful.

Always helpful. Always kind to Jamal.

Rebekah L.

Doctor Rachel ray was amazing for us.

Doctor Rachel ray was amazing for us. We have been trying to get help for our son and she was so supportive. Got us on the right track and gave us more answers than anyone has in the last couple years.

Megan C.

very pleased.

It was very pleased everyone was nice none of my shots hurt they did there job very good

Madison R.

Very very good!

Very very good! I recommend highly for your kids

dominique n.

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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