Park Pediatrics

07/23/2026

In 2010, former HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius visited our office to read with our patients and celebrate our Reach Out and Read partnership 📚

Since then over 65,000 books have been placed in little hands, including 10,000 this year alone❤️!

From 2004, almost every Park Pediatrics well visit from birth to age 5 has ended with an age appropriate book to take home. Early literacy is one of the most powerful gifts we can give our community, and we are just getting started.

07/20/2026

07/20/2026

What really goes on between appointments 👀 Getting to know our Greenbelt staff, rapid fire edition

Park Pediatrics • Gaithersburg, Greenbelt & Takoma Park 💚

07/15/2026

07/14/2026

We had the pleasure of seeing 160 children across our three offices yesterday. ❤️ Here are just a few of the adorable faces that remind us why we love what we do.

(Posted with Parents permission)

07/07/2026

Intern Spotlight!
Meet Chand, a rising junior at Auburn University studying Finance who joined the Park Peds team this summer! Chand is helping with finance and marketing operations while also learning hands on as a medical assistant. Chand loves working with kids and connecting with people. Outside the office, you'll find Chand golfing, skiing, or planning the next travel adventure.

Welcome to the team, Chand and War Eagle 🦅 !

07/07/2026

Intern spotlight!
Meet Lucy Barrenechea, a rising junior at the University of Michigan studying Neuroscience on the pre-med track, who joined the Park Peds team this summer! Lucy was drawn to Park Pediatrics because she loves working with kids and wants to keep learning what great pediatric care looks like. She's excited to build her documentation skills, see how providers connect with both kids and parents, and help make visits feel a little easier and more positive for families.

Fun fact: Lucy is from Argentina 🇦🇷 and speaks fluent Spanish!
Outside of school, you'll find Lucy out on a hike or walk, or spending time with family and friends.

Welcome to the team, Lucy and Go Blue!

07/03/2026

Our offices are closed today, Friday, July 3rd, in celebration of the Fourth of July. We will resume regular hours this weekend. We wish you a wonderful holiday and remind you to stay safe and hydrated. In line with National Safety Council guidelines, we advise attending public fireworks displays only and avoiding the use of fireworks at home, with particular caution around children. Enjoy some recent pictures from Park Pediatrics - posted with parent permission.

06/26/2026

☀️ Our Summer 2026 Newsletter is here!

Get the latest from Park Pediatrics, including:
🏊 Water safety tips
☀️ Sun protection reminders
🦟 Tick bite prevention
📋 Summer physicals, camp, and sports forms
🥞 A healthy kid-friendly recipe from Nisha Orren, Takoma Park PA
💻 News about our brand-new website!!

Take a few minutes to check it out and help keep your family healthy and safe this summer!

📖 Read here:

Check out this blog post and visit us today!

04/15/2026

Tick season is here and reports are showing a record number of tick related ER visits especially in the mid Atlantic/northeast regions— don’t skip the tick check!

After outdoor play, take 2 minutes to check your child for ticks 👇
✔️ Hair & scalp
✔️ Behind ears
✔️ Under arms
✔️ Behind knees
✔️ Waist & groin

Ticks are tiny and easy to miss — but quick removal helps prevent illness.

🛡️ Protect your kids:
• Use insect repellent
• Wear long sleeves/pants in grassy areas
• Shower after coming indoors

💬 When in doubt, check it out!