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We're Pediatric Associates! Providing kids healthcare in Tampa

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.

  • Monday: 7:45AM–7PM
  • Tuesday: 7:45AM–7PM
  • Wednesday: 7:45AM–5PM
  • Thursday: 7:45AM–7PM
  • Friday: 7:45AM–5PM
  • Saturday: 7AM–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

Zoila Isabel Fernandez, MD, PhD

Zoila Isabel Fernandez, MD, PhD

Board-Certified Pediatrician

Enid Gaud, MD, FAAP

Enid Gaud, MD, FAAP

Board-Certified Pediatrician

Milton Aponte, MD

Milton Aponte, MD

Pediatrician

A message from our Chief Medical Officer

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

Excellent.

Excellent

Lupita M.

Excellent service.

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

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This office is always so clean.

This office is always so clean and everyone is so kind and helpful. Dr. Gaud always listens to concerns and gives great care! My kids love her!

Amber T.

Good service.

(Translated by Google) Good service (Original) Buen servicio

Laura H.

the way we’re treated.

My daughter has been a patient of Dr. Rosa Gaud for a few years and we really like the way we’re treated, the attention we receive, and even the working hours that are available for appointments at this pediatric office.

Adriana C.

Dr Gaud is excellent.

Dr Gaud is excellent. Best for kids. Recommended in Tampa Bay.

Karina G.

Great place.

Great place and crew.

Sasha W.

me siento feliz.

(Translated by Google) The staff were very friendly and thank you so much, I feel happy (Original) El personal muy amable y muchas gracias, me siento feliz

Mayra B.

Excelente servicio.

(Translated by Google) Excellent service, I'm so happy my son has a good pediatrician, in my case it's Dr. Rosa Gaud. (Original) Muy buena atención , muy feliz de que mi hijo tiene una buena pediatra, en mi caso es la doctora Rosa Gaud.

Karen B.

Gran profesionalidad.

(Translated by Google) High professionalism and excellent service (Original) Gran profesionalidad u excelente atención

Yenny R.

I like Rodriguez Doctor. She is excellent.

I like Rodriguez Doctor. She is excellent

Emperatriz M.

Everything very good, thank you.

(Translated by Google) Everything very good, thank you. (Original) Todo muy bueno gracias

Maria Carmen Garcés G.

Thank you so much for your attention, you are very kind.

(Translated by Google) It's an excellent place; there's a lot of friendliness, good service, and respect. All the staff are excellent and provide great service. (Original) Es un lugar excelente hay mucha amabilidad buen trato respeto Todo el personal es excelente y. Buen servicio

Milena M.

wonderful place.

(Translated by Google) It's a wonderful place with exceptional and excellent service. (Original) Es un lugar maravilloso con unas atenciones únicas muy buenos

Anay P.

Doctor is amazing.

Doctor is amazing só as everyone else , thank you very much for taking care of my daughter.

Vanessa C.

Excellent.

(Translated by Google) Excellent (Original) Excelente

Taimarys V.

I love Dr. Stefanie Saldarriaga.

(Translated by Google) I love Dr. Stefanie Saldarriaga (Original) Me encanta la doctora stefanie saldarriaga

rachel M.

Buena experiencia.

(Translated by Google) A good experience, as the place is always very clean and the care is excellent. Dr. Stephanie Saldarriaga is wonderful. My daughter feels very comfortable when she treats her. I'm very grateful. Without a doubt, the best. (Original) Buena experiencia ya que el lugar siempre está muy limpio y además la atención es excelente. La doctora Stephanie saldarriaga es maravillosa. Mi niña se siente muy cómoda cuando ella la atiende. Estoy muy agradecida. Sin duda los mejores.

Diane R.

It's very clean.

(Translated by Google) I really liked the care from the entire team. It's very clean, they communicate well with their patients, and they're very pleasant. The nurse and doctor are excellent. (Original) Me gustó muchísimo la atención de todo el equipo en general, muy limpio, tienen muy buena comunicación con los pacientes y son muy agradables. La enfermera y la doctora son excelentes

Emely O.

Especially DR. Stephanie S. She has so much patience and compassion for her patients!

I’ve been with this DRs office since my daughter Arielle was born. The staff and Doctors are amazing. Especially DR. Stephanie S. She has so much patience and compassion for her patients!

Lorycel p.

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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