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Partners 4Kids Cecilia N. Penn, M.D., MPH, FAAP


Dr. Penn is a Board Certified Pediatrician and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Partners 4Kids provides holistic and comprehensive primary care by combining medical and allied health disciplines to promote the well-being of children from birth through adolescence. Dr. Penn received her college education at Cornell University, where she obtained a Bachelors of Arts in Biology and Society in May 1997. With a focus on primary care and preventive medicine in under-served communities, she obtained her medical degree at Howard University College of Medicine in May 2001. Dr. Penn completed her post-graduate training in pediatrics at the New York Presbyterian Hospital-Columbia University, where she also received specialty training in Community Pediatrics through the Anne E. Dyson Community Pediatrics Program. She obtained further training in Preventive Medicine and obtained a Master in Public Health (MPH) degree in Health Policy and Management/International Health from The Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health in June 2006. To achieve practical experience in public health/health policy, Dr. Penn received the distinguished Luther Terry Fellowship within the Office of the Surgeon General and worked in the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in Washington, DC. Dr. Penn is committed to practicing community pediatrics, improving quality care, serving the under-served, and working towards systemic changes that affect health status. She now serves as a private practice Pediatrician and as the Performance Improvement Physician for Schneider Regional Medical Center and she enjoys playing the piano, spending time with her family, and exercising in her free time.

Even the happiest looking person who "seems" to be doing well, can be going through serious mental struggles and think o...
10/09/2026

Even the happiest looking person who "seems" to be doing well, can be going through serious mental struggles and think or act on suicidal thoughts.

Change the Narrative

Start the conversation. All it takes ia an open door.

Don't wait. Call or text #988 Su***de and Crisis Lifeline!

Don't hesitate. Ask how someone is doing and genuinely listen.

Your life matters and your story is still being written!!

08/09/2026

๐Ÿ’ฆ COME SWIM WITH US! ๐Ÿ’ฆ

Not sure if your child is ready for swim lessons? Want to meet our instructors, see the pool, or find out which class is the right fit? Come check us out at the STSA Open House! ๐ŸŠโ€โ™€๏ธ๐ŸŠโ€โ™‚๏ธ

Stop by for a FREE 10-minute swim assessment, meet our instructors, tour the pool and learn about all of the programs we offer โ€” from Little One & Me classes to group and private Learn to Swim lessons.

๐Ÿ“… September 8โ€“10 | 3โ€“5 PM
๐Ÿ“… Saturday, September 12 | 10 AMโ€“Noon
๐Ÿ“ STSA Pool by the National Guard Armory

Our goal is simple: help more children in our community become safe, confident swimmers. ๐Ÿ’™

No appointment necessary โ€” just come by, bring your swimsuit and see what STSA is all about!

Registration is open now!
Visit stsaswim.com or email [email protected]

๐ŸŒŠ Every child deserves to know how to swim.

04/09/2026
Partners 4Kids is pleased to announce that flu vaccines are now in stock and available for eligible children and family ...
26/08/2026

Partners 4Kids is pleased to announce that flu vaccines are now in stock and available for eligible children and family members. Getting your annual flu vaccine is one of the best ways to help protect yourself, your loved ones, and our community from seasonal influenza.

Appointments are now being scheduled, and we encourage you not to wait until flu activity increases. Whether it's for a routine wellness visit or a vaccine-only appointment, our team is here to help keep your family healthy.

Call 340-774-5437 today to schedule your flu vaccine appointment or speak with our staff about availability. Together, we can help reduce the spread of flu and keep our children healthy and in school this season.

Partners 4Kids
Your Trusted Pediatric Partners
๐Ÿ“ž 340-774-5437

Protect. Prevent. Stay Healthy. ๐Ÿ’™

We are excited to announce the newest member of our healthcare team, Deanna Hodnicki, MSN, CPNP, PMHS, a board-certified...
19/08/2026

We are excited to announce the newest member of our healthcare team, Deanna Hodnicki, MSN, CPNP, PMHS, a board-certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with more than 16 years of experience providing comprehensive care to children and adolescents. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Pediatrics from the University of South Alabama and completed the Pediatric Mental Health KYSS Fellowship through The Ohio State University. She is also a certified Pediatric Mental Health Specialist.

Deanna is passionate about delivering evidence-based, family-centered care that combines clinical expertise with compassion and personalized attention. She values building strong relationships with her patients and their families and enjoys supporting children through every stage of development, from routine wellness visits and acute illnesses to the management of chronic conditions and behavioral and mental health concerns.

Originally from Georgia, Deanna recently relocated to St. Thomas and is excited to become part of the Virgin Islands community. She looks forward to caring for local families and helping children thrive. When she is not in the office, Deanna enjoys spending time with friends, exploring the island, relaxing at the beach, and embracing all that her new Caribbean home has to offer.

Please join us in giving Deanna a warm Partners 4Kids welcome! We are confident that her experience, dedication, and compassionate approach will be a wonderful addition to the care we provide our patients and families.

To schedule an appointment with Deanna, please contact our office at (340) 774-5437.

We look forward to continuing to serve your family and providing the highest quality pediatric care.

Partners 4Kids

14/08/2026
Farewell and Thank YouWords cannot fully express how grateful we are for everything you have done for us. When we needed...
14/08/2026

Farewell and Thank You

Words cannot fully express how grateful we are for everything you have done for us. When we needed help, you graciously stepped in to support our team and patients, and for that, we will always be thankful.

Your dedication, kindness, support, and hard work have made a lasting impact on our team and the families we serve. Your presence has truly been a gift to all of us.

As you return to enjoying your well earned retirement, please know that you leave with our deepest appreciation and best wishes. You will be greatly missed, but your contributions and the memories we have shared will always remain with us. You will always be part of the Partners 4Kids family. โค๏ธ

Happy Motherโ€™s Day to all the incredible moms and mother figures! Thank you for the love, strength, patience, and care y...
10/05/2026

Happy Motherโ€™s Day to all the incredible moms and mother figures!

Thank you for the love, strength, patience, and care you give so selflessly every day. We are honored to partner with you in caring for your children and supporting your families.

Today, we celebrate YOU๐ŸŒบ!

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9000 Lockhart Gardens, Suite 16
Charlotte Amalie
00802

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

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