Name: Dr. Barbara Strassberg

Specialty: Pediatrics

Qualification / Board Certification: MD — Board Certified by the American Board of Pediatrics Affiliation(s): Independent / Private Practice — Bronx, NY

Locations (City/State): Bronx, NY

Languages Spoken: English, Spanish

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1639178262

About the Doctor

Dr. Barbara Strassberg, MD is a distinguished, board-certified Pediatrician serving children and families in the Bronx, New York — one of the most densely populated and culturally diverse boroughs of New York City. She received her medical degree from the State University of New York Upstate Medical University in Syracuse — a respected public academic medical institution with a strong tradition of training skilled clinicians — and completed her Pediatrics residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital’s Columbia Campus through the New York Presbyterian Hospital Program. The Columbia Campus of New York-Presbyterian is consistently ranked as one of the top children’s hospitals in the nation and one of the most competitive and rigorous pediatric residency training environments in the country, making Dr. Strassberg’s training there a significant reflection of her clinical caliber.

A particularly distinctive aspect of Dr. Strassberg’s clinical profile is her documented expertise in rare pediatric genetic and chromosomal disorders. Her condition list includes Down Syndrome, Turner Syndrome, Triple X Syndrome, Cri du Chat, Tay-Sachs Disease, Fifth Disease, and Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococcus (VRE) — a breadth of genetic and infectious disease experience that goes well beyond the scope of a typical general pediatrician. This specialized knowledge positions her as a particularly valuable resource for families of children with complex chromosomal conditions who need a knowledgeable primary care pediatrician capable of coordinating their comprehensive medical needs.

Her well-child visit procedural scope is equally comprehensive — spanning monthly and bi-monthly checkups from the newborn period through the toddler years — reflecting a practice deeply invested in the complete developmental monitoring of children from birth. Her bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is especially meaningful in the Bronx, where a large proportion of the community speaks Spanish as a primary language, ensuring that families can fully participate in their children’s healthcare in the language they are most comfortable with.

Dr. Strassberg is currently accepting new patients at her Bronx practice on Netherland Avenue.

Highlights at a glance:

• Board Certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
• Medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse
• Pediatrics Residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital — Columbia Campus
• Specialized expertise in rare genetic and chromosomal pediatric conditions
• Comprehensive well-child visit schedule from newborn through toddler age
• Bilingual — fluent in English and Spanish
• Serves the diverse Bronx, NY community
• Currently accepting new patients

Education & Training

Dr. Strassberg’s academic and clinical training reflects a strong New York State medical education combined with an elite pediatric residency at one of the nation’s top-ranked children’s hospitals:

Medical School: State University of New York Upstate Medical University (SUNY Health Sciences Center at Syracuse) — Syracuse, NY (Doctor of Medicine — MD)

Residency: Pediatrics — New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Columbia Campus (New York Presbyterian Hospital Program) — New York, NY

Fellowship / Additional Training: General Pediatrics with clinical experience in genetic and chromosomal pediatric conditions, infectious disease, and comprehensive developmental pediatrics

Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) — Active Certification

Medical Conditions Treated

As a board-certified Pediatrician with expertise in both general and complex pediatric conditions, Dr. Strassberg diagnoses, treats, and manages a broad range of childhood health conditions — including rare genetic and chromosomal disorders — including:

• Genetic & Chromosomal Conditions:
• Down Syndrome (Trisomy 21) — Comprehensive Pediatric Management
• Turner Syndrome (45,X) — Growth, Development & Hormonal Monitoring
• Triple X Syndrome (Trisomy X) — Developmental & Learning Support
• Cri du Chat Syndrome — Chromosomal Deletion Management
• Tay-Sachs Disease — Neurological & Metabolic Monitoring
• Infectious & Immune Conditions:
• Fifth Disease (Parvovirus B19 / Erythema Infectiosum)
• Whooping Cough (Pertussis) — Prevention & Acute Management
• Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococcus (VRE) — Infection Management & Isolation Protocols
• General Pediatric Conditions:
• Common Cold, Flu & Upper Respiratory Infections
• Ear Infections (Otitis Media)
• Sore Throat, Tonsillitis & Strep Throat
• Asthma & Childhood Respiratory Conditions
• Allergies & Allergic Rhinitis
• Skin Conditions — Rashes, Eczema & Dermatitis
• Fever, Viral Illness & Acute Infections
• ADHD & Behavioral Health Concerns
• Developmental Delays & Milestone Concerns
• Pediatric Obesity & Nutritional Concerns
• Urinary Tract Infections (Pediatric)
• Childhood Anxiety & Emotional Health

Medical Procedures Performed

Dr. Strassberg provides a comprehensive range of age-appropriate diagnostic, preventive, and developmental procedures across the full pediatric age spectrum, including:

• Well-Baby & Well-Child Visits — Complete Schedule:
• 2-Week Well-Baby Checkup
• 1-Month Well-Baby Checkup
• 2-Month Well-Baby Checkup
• 12-Month Well-Baby Checkup
• 15-Month Well-Baby Checkup
• 18-Month Well-Baby Checkup
• 24-Month Well-Baby Checkup
• 30-Month Well-Baby Checkup
• Annual Well-Child Visits — Preschool through Adolescence
• Additional Procedures:
• Developmental & Behavioral Screenings (M-CHAT, Ages & Stages)
• Growth Monitoring & Anthropometric Assessment
• Childhood Immunization Programs (CDC Schedule)
• Vision & Hearing Screenings
• Anemia & Lead Screening
• School & Sports Physical Examinations
• Blood Pressure Screening in Children
• Pediatric Laboratory Test Orders & Interpretation
• Genetic Condition Monitoring & Specialist Referral Coordination
• Infectious Disease Assessment & Management

Services Offered

Dr. Strassberg’s pediatric practice in the Bronx provides a comprehensive, inclusive, and clinically sophisticated range of services — from routine newborn and well-child care through the complex management of rare genetic and chromosomal conditions. Her deep expertise in developmental pediatrics and her bilingual English-Spanish practice environment make her a uniquely valuable pediatrician for the diverse families of the Bronx and surrounding communities. Her training at New York-Presbyterian — Columbia ensures that her clinical standards are shaped by one of the highest-quality pediatric training programs in the world.

Newborn & Infant Care Dr. Strassberg provides specialized care from the earliest days of life, beginning with newborn assessments and progressing through a structured schedule of well-baby visits that monitor growth, nutrition, development, and vaccination status throughout the first two years of life. Her expertise in genetic conditions means she is particularly well equipped to identify and coordinate early intervention for infants born with chromosomal abnormalities or rare syndromes.

• Newborn assessments and first-week well-baby visits
• 2-week, 1-month, and 2-month well-baby checkups
• Feeding guidance — breastfeeding, formula, and solid food introduction
• Newborn screening review and follow-up for metabolic disorders
• Early detection and referral coordination for genetic and developmental concerns

Well-Child Preventive Care Dr. Strassberg provides a complete, structured program of well-child preventive visits aligned with the American Academy of Pediatrics schedule. Each visit includes growth monitoring, developmental surveillance, age-appropriate screenings, immunizations, and personalized family education.

• Complete well-child visit schedule from birth through adolescence
• Growth measurement and developmental milestone tracking
• Age-appropriate vision, hearing, anemia, and lead screenings
• School, sports, and camp physical examinations
• Childhood immunizations per CDC recommended schedule

Genetic & Chromosomal Condition Management One of the most distinctive capabilities of Dr. Strassberg’s practice is her clinical familiarity with rare pediatric genetic and chromosomal conditions. Families of children with Down Syndrome, Turner Syndrome, Triple X Syndrome, Cri du Chat, or Tay-Sachs Disease benefit enormously from having a knowledgeable primary care pediatrician who understands their child’s unique medical, developmental, and educational needs and can coordinate comprehensive specialist care.

• Primary care management for children with Down Syndrome and other chromosomal conditions
• Turner Syndrome — growth monitoring, hormonal health, and specialist referral
• Tay-Sachs Disease — neurological monitoring and family support coordination
• Cri du Chat and Triple X Syndrome — developmental and educational support guidance
• Coordination with geneticists, neurologists, and developmental pediatricians
• Family counseling and psychoeducation for genetic condition management

Infectious Disease Management Dr. Strassberg’s clinical experience with infectious conditions — including pertussis (whooping cough), Fifth Disease, and VRE — reflects a practice equipped to manage both common childhood infections and more complex infectious presentations.

• Whooping cough (pertussis) prevention through vaccination and acute management
• Fifth disease evaluation and management
• VRE infection protocols and management coordination
• Upper respiratory infections, ear infections, and strep throat treatment
• Fever evaluation and pediatric infectious disease management

Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics Dr. Strassberg monitors all children for developmental milestones, behavioral concerns, and emotional health — providing early identification of delays and coordinating appropriate early intervention services when needed.

• Developmental screening — M-CHAT, Ages & Stages Questionnaire
• ADHD behavioral assessment and management
• Autism Spectrum Disorder early screening and referral
• Childhood anxiety and emotional health support
• Early intervention service referrals and coordination with school systems

Bilingual Care — English & Spanish Dr. Strassberg and her clinical team provide full pediatric consultations, well-child education, and follow-up care in both English and Spanish — an essential service in the Bronx, where Spanish-speaking families represent a significant portion of the community. This bilingual capability ensures that all parents and caregivers can fully understand and participate in their children’s healthcare with confidence.

• Full pediatric consultations in English and Spanish
• Spanish-language developmental education and vaccination guidance
• Culturally sensitive care for Latino and Hispanic families in the Bronx

Telehealth & Online Consultations Patients interested in virtual pediatric care options are encouraged to contact Dr. Strassberg’s office directly at (718) 796-3580 to confirm telehealth availability and appropriate scheduling for virtual well-child or sick visit appointments.

Accepted Insurances

Specific insurance plan information is not publicly listed for Dr. Strassberg’s practice. Patients are advised to contact the office directly at (718) 796-3580 to confirm accepted insurance plans and out-of-pocket costs before scheduling. Commonly accepted insurance carriers for pediatric practices in the Bronx, NY area include:

• Medicaid (New York Medicaid / Child Health Plus)
• Medicare
• MetroPlus Health Plan
• Fidelis Care
• HealthFirst
• United Healthcare
• Aetna / CVS Health
• Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Cigna
• Self-Pay / Private Pay (contact office for current pricing)

Note: Insurance acceptance is not publicly confirmed for this practice. Always verify directly with the office before scheduling.

Practice Locations

Location 1 — Primary Office Address: 2600 Netherland Ave, Suite 120, Bronx, NY 10463

Phone: (718) 796-3580

Hospital Affiliations

Specific hospital affiliations are not publicly listed for Dr. Strassberg at this time. She is not currently affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Patients seeking information about her hospital privileges or referral network are encouraged to contact her office directly. Major pediatric hospitals and children’s health institutions serving the Bronx, NY area include:

• NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital — New York, NY (Dr. Strassberg’s residency training institution)
• Children’s Hospital at Montefiore — Bronx, NY
• NewYork-Presbyterian Allen Hospital — New York, NY
• Jacobi Medical Center — Bronx, NY