Dr. Lauren D. Levine
Dr. Lauren D. Levine is a pediatrician with 11 to 20 years of experience, practicing on the Upper West Side of Manhattan in New York City. She earned her medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her Pediatrics Residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital – Columbia Campus. Dr. Levine is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 in New York and on the Best Hospitals Honor Roll, as well as NewYork-Presbyterian Children's Hospital-Columbia and Cornell. She is recognized for her attentive, compassionate, and thorough approach to pediatric care, holding a perfect 5/5 patient experience rating and four patient awards. She accepts Aetna, Cigna, Elevance, and NY and CT State Medicaid, and is currently welcoming new patients. Her NPI number is 1639333602.
Dr. Marc Douglas Wager
Dr. Marc Wager is a board-certified Pediatrician and Adolescent Medicine specialist with over 40 years of experience, practicing in Larchmont, New York. A graduate of Albert Einstein College of Medicine and fellowship-trained in Adolescent Medicine at Montefiore Medical Center, Dr. Wager has been consistently recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor from 2002 to 2025. He is a trusted and highly regarded provider for children, teenagers, and young adults throughout Westchester County and the greater New York area. He is currently accepting new patients.
Name: Dr. Marc Wager
Specialty: Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine
Qualification / Board Certification: MD — Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Class of 1981) | American Board of Pediatrics Certified
Affiliation(s): Private Practice — Larchmont, NY | Montefiore Medical Center / Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Location (City/State): Larchmont, NY
Languages Spoken: English
Accepting New Patients: Yes
NPI Number: Not publicly available
Dr. Maria Fung, MD
Dr. Maria Patterson, MD
Dr. Maria Patterson, MD, is a board-certified Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist with over 26 years of experience, fluent in English and Greek (Modern). She offers specialized pediatric eye care and strabismus treatment services with in-person consultations at two convenient Wisconsin locations, accepting major insurance plans, including Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, and Cigna. Dr. Patterson is currently accepting new patients and is recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor.
Dr. Maruthavanan Ram
Dr. Maruthavanan Ram is a highly experienced pediatrician in Novi, Michigan, with over 20 years of experience in General Pediatrics. He is affiliated with Henry Ford Providence Southfield Hospital and provides comprehensive healthcare services for infants, children, and adolescents. Dr. Ram specializes in preventive care, developmental assessments, chronic disease management, and routine pediatric wellness visits. He accepts new patients and works with major insurance providers including Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and United Healthcare.
Dr. Ruchi Parikh
Dr. Ruchi Parikh is a highly respected Pediatrician and Pediatric Endocrinologist based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, with over 14 years of experience in providing specialized healthcare for infants, children, and adolescents. She completed her MBBS from Grand Medical College & Sir J.J. Group of Hospitals, Mumbai, followed by a DNB in Paediatrics from the Diplomate of National Board, New Delhi. To further enhance her expertise, she pursued a Fellowship in Pediatric Endocrinology at the renowned Bai Jerbai Wadia Hospital, Mumbai. Dr. Parikh specializes in the diagnosis and management of childhood hormonal and growth-related disorders, including pediatric diabetes, thyroid diseases, obesity, delayed puberty, growth hormone deficiencies, and other endocrine conditions. In addition to her endocrine expertise, she provides comprehensive pediatric care, including preventive health services, developmental assessments, nutritional counseling, vaccination guidance, and treatment of common childhood illnesses. Known for her compassionate and patient-centered approach, Dr. Parikh works closely with children and their families to develop personalized treatment plans that support healthy growth and long-term well-being. Mumbai.
Dr. Shivshankar Diggikar
Dr. Shivshankar Diggikar is a highly experienced pediatrician and neonatologist with 14 years of clinical expertise in newborn care, child health, and neonatal intensive care medicine. He completed his MBBS from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences and MD in Paediatrics from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute. He further specialized through a Fellowship in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine from the Indian Academy of Pediatrics and advanced neonatal ICU training at Homerton University Hospital, London (UK). Currently practicing at Ovum Woman & Child Speciality Hospital in Bengaluru, he is known for providing advanced, evidence-based care for infants, children, and critically ill newborns. His expertise includes neonatal intensive care, pediatric emergency management, and developmental monitoring of children. Dr. Diggikar treats a wide range of conditions including infections, respiratory disorders, prematurity complications, and growth-related issues. He is also skilled in vaccinations, newborn resuscitation, and critical care procedures. Known for his compassionate and patient-focused approach, he ensures high-quality medical care while supporting parents with guidance on child nutrition, development, and preventive health. He is currently accepting new patients and is dedicated to improving child health outcomes through modern neonatal and pediatric practices.
Dr. Stefan Kostalyna
Dr. Stefan Kostalyna is a dual-specialty physician trained in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, practicing across three locations in the Texas Medical Center area of Houston, Texas. His combined Med-Peds training allows him to provide comprehensive, continuous care for patients from childhood through adulthood — a rare and highly valuable clinical capability that makes him an ideal long-term physician for entire families. Dr. Kostelyna manages a clinically significant range of conditions including anaphylaxis, cystic fibrosis, deep vein thrombosis, osteoporosis, pneumonia, sepsis, and sleep apnea — conditions that span both pediatric and adult medicine and reflect a practice engaged with serious, complex medical cases. He holds admitting privileges at Ben Taub Hospital, one of Houston's most prominent Level I Trauma Centers and a cornerstone of the Harris Health System. Dr. Kostelyna accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans and is currently welcoming new patients. To schedule, call (832) 824-1000.
Dr. Vanessa Sukra
Dr. Vanessa Sukra, MD, is a highly experienced board-certified Pediatrician serving families in White Plains, New York. With more than 24 years of clinical experience, she provides comprehensive healthcare services for children from infancy through adolescence. Dr. Sukra earned her medical degree from New York Medical College and completed her pediatric residency at New York Medical College's Pediatrics Program. She specializes in preventive care, routine wellness examinations, developmental assessments, immunizations, and the diagnosis and treatment of common childhood illnesses. Known for her patient-centered approach, Dr. Sukra partners with parents to support children's physical, emotional, and developmental health. Her expertise includes managing respiratory infections, fever, ear infections, digestive concerns, skin conditions, and preventive health screenings. Recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor, Dr. Sukra is committed to providing evidence-based, compassionate care tailored to each child's needs. She is currently accepting new patients and welcomes families seeking trusted pediatric healthcare in the White Plains community.
