meet our team
Susan Leitner, MD, FAAP
Board-Certified Pediatrician
Serving at:
Languages spoken:
English
Q&A with Dr. Leitner
What is your favorite animated movie or cartoon?
Inside Out 1 and 2.
What is your favorite children's book and why?
Oh, the Places You'll Go! By Dr. Seuss. The book concerns the journey of life, its challenges, and joys.
What was your favorite childhood toy?
I loved to play any board games and do many different kinds of puzzles.
Who is your greatest inspiration and why?
My Great Uncle Dr. Lewis Julien - an extremely inspirational Pediatrician.
What are your hobbies and interests outside of work?
Travel, friends, family, movies, and knitting
What inspired you to work in pediatrics?
I loved my Pediatrician as a child. His office was in his home. He did house calls. I felt he was part of my family. I have always aspired to be like him.
What unique qualities, skills, or services set you apart, and how do you build a positive rapport with patients and their families?
After 30 years in the same practice, I am in the unique position of taking care of multi generations of families. This has allowed me to offer a special closeness to my patients with a very personal touch.
Adolescent Medicine
School Concerns and Learning Disabilities
LGBTQIA+ Inclusive Care
University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, FL Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL (1988 - 1992)
Residency:
Jackson Memorial Hospital (1992 - 1995)
Undergraduate Degree:
University of Florida (1984 - 1988)
PACE (Pediatric Associates Committee on Education) Chairperson 2009 - 2011
MPC (Medical Procedures Committee) Chairperson 2011 - 2012
Quality Chairperson 2013 - 2014
Pediatric Associates Board Member 2013 - 2014
Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics
Where to find Dr. Leitner:
Miami Beach
- Monday: 8AM–7PM
- Tuesday: 8AM–7PM
- Wednesday: 8AM–5PM
- Thursday: 8AM–7PM
- Friday: 8AM–5PM
- Saturday: 8AM–12PM
- Sunday: Closed
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