meet our team
James Rodriguez, MD, FAAP
Board-Certified Pediatrician
Languages spoken:
English & Spanish
Q&A with Dr. Rodriguez
What is your favorite animated movie or cartoon?
Charlie Brown and the Peanut Gallery
What is your favorite children's book and why?
"How full is your bucket?" It communicates filling your bucket with joy and the importance of what you fill in your bucket. I used to read this book to my daughter when she was younger.
What was your favorite childhood toy?
G.I. Joe and Spider Man
Who is your greatest inspiration and why?
My dad
What are your hobbies and interests outside of work?
Fine dining, travel, exercising/running, spending time with family/friends, and community outreach.
What inspired you to work in pediatrics?
Had experience working with kids during residency, loves working with kids and promoting good health in Pediatrics.
What unique qualities, skills, or services set you apart, and how do you build a positive rapport with patients and their families?
Partnering with pediatric patients and their families to promote children's health and well being
Medical Degree from St. George's University, School of Medicine in Bayshore, NY (1985 - 1989)
Residency:
St. Joseph's Children's Hospital & Regional Medical Center (1990 - 1993)
Undergraduate Degree:
Bachelor's degree in Biology - University of South Florida, Tampa, FL. (1980 - 1984)
Board Certified Pediatrician
American Academy of Pediatrics