Our Doctors and Nurse Practitioners
Harold Deulofeut, M.D.
CEO and Managing Director
Education:
- MD, Universidad del Norte, Barranquilla, Colombia
Predoctoral Training:
- Research Internship, Division of Immunogenetics, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA
Postdoctoral Training:
- Fellow, Department of Pathology, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
- Fellow, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institute of Health, Bethesda, MD
- Pediatric Intern, Department of Pediatrics, University of Miami/Jackson Children's Hospital, Miami, FL
- Pediatric Resident, Department of Pediatrics, University of Miami/Jackson Children's Hospital, Miami, FL
Certifications and Professional Memberships:
- American Board of Pediatrics
- Fellow American Academy of Pediatrics
- Academy of Pharmaceutical Physicians and Investigators
- American Society of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ASHI) (Past)
- American Society for the Advancement of Science (Past)
- Principal Investigator, Children's Medical Association
- President, Global Clinical Investigations, LLC
- Principal Investigator, Broward Clinical Investigation, LLC, Florida
- CPI certification APPI/ACRP
Hospital Affiliations:
- Memorial Hospital Miramar
Languages:
- English
- Spanish
- German
Personal:
- Married with 1 child
- Enjoys world travel, fine dining, wine appreciation, art and literature
Lisa J. Sirota, M.D.
Birthplace:
Manhasset, New York
Education:
- W.Tresper Clarke High School (1978)
- Boston University Combined Six-Year Program Liberal Arts and Medicine 1984
Training:
- Internship: The Children’s Hospital, Boston (1984-1985)
- Residency: The Children’s Hospital, Boston (1985-1987)
- Fellowship: Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine (2016-2018)
Professional Experience:
- Indian Crest Pediatrics Arvada, Colorado (1987-1990)
- Children’s Medical Association Plantation, Florida (1990-present)
Hospital Affiliations:
- Coral Springs Medical Center
Hospital Leadership:
- PGH Chief of Pediatrics (1998-2001)
- PGH Vice Chief of Staff (2001-2003)
- PGH Chief of Staff (2004-2006)
Service:
- JAFCO Pediatrician (1992-present)
- LEAF Broward (1997-20004)
- Mentor Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic
- Medicine and Physician Assistant Programs
- Mentor University of Miami College of Medicine
Academic Appointments:
- Clinical Affiliated Assistant Professor of Pediatrics University of Miami
- Assistant Clinical Professor Nova Southeastern University
- College of Medicine (2000-present)
Honors:
- Bank of America Local Hero Award (2006)
- Bart and Sandy Goldberg Foundation Breaking the Glass Ceiling
- Gold Coast Magazine’s Top Doc Pediatrician Award (2007 to 2024)
- Compassionate Physician Award (2011)
Interests:
- Spending time with family and friends, travelling, reading, playing golf, skiing
- Learning and teaching Integrating natural strategies with traditional western medical approaches in caring for children
Mark Stavitsky, M.D.
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Microbiology, Graduated, with High Honors, Summa Cum Laude, University of Florida
- Doctor of Medicine. Graduated with Honors, University of Florida
Postdoctoral Training:
- Pediatric Residency - North Shore University Hospital - Manhasset, NY
Certifications:
- Fellow American Academy of Pediatrics
- Board Certified in Pediatrics
Appointments:
- Clinical Affiliated Assistant Professor of Pediatrics University of Miami
- Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics Florida Atlantic University
- Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics University of Florida
- Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Nova Southeastern University(past)
- Past Vice Chief of Pediatrics, Coral Springs Medical Center
- Past Chief of Pediatrics, Coral Springs Medical Center
Hospital Affiliations:
- Coral Springs Medical Center
Languages:
- English
Personal/Hobbies:
- Married with 2 Children
- Marathon Runner/Avid Crossfit Participant
- Sports Enthusiast/Gator Fanatic
Marco Leon, M.D.
Education:
- Faclutad de Medicina y Cirugia, Universidad Catolica Santiago de Guayaquil, Doctor of Medicine
Postdoctoral Training:
- Pediatric Residency -- Jackson Memorial Hospital, University of Miami
Certifications:
- Fellow American Academy of Pediatrics
- Board Certified in Pediatrics
Appointments:
- Clinical Affiliated Assistant Professor of Pediatrics University of Miami
- Assistant Professor of Pediatrics Nova Southeastern University (past)
- Past Vice Chief of Pediatrics, Coral Springs Medical Center
Hospital Affiliations:
- Memorial Hospital Miramar
Languages:
- English
- Spanish
Personal Hobbies:
- Married with 2 children
- Sailing, Windsurfing
- Travel
Yolanda M. Valdes, M.D.
Education:
- Bachelor of Science, Graduated with Honors, Magna Cum Laude, University of Miami
- Doctor of Medicine, Alpha Omega Alpha, University of Miami
Postdoctoral Training:
- Pediatric Residency – Jackson Memorial Hospital, University of Miami
- Chief Resident – Jackson Memorial Hospital, University of Miami
Certifications:
- Fellow American Academy of Pediatrics
- Board Certified in Pediatrics
Appointments:
- Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Nova Southeastern University
Hospital Affiliations:
- Memorial Hospital Miramar
Languages:
- English
- Spanish
Personal Hobbies:
- Married with three children
- Travel
Alan Louis, M.D.
Education:
- Ba chelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. Graduated with High Honors as a Four Year Scholar, University of Florida
- Doctor of Medicine. Graduated with Honors, University of Florida
Postdoctoral Training:
- Pediatric Residency - St. Louis Children's Hospital, Washington University
- Chief Resident - St. Louis Children's Hospital, Washington University
Certifications:
- Fellow American Academy of Pediatrics
- Board Certified in Pediatrics
Appointments:
- Affiliate Assistant Professor of Pediatrics University of Miami
- Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics Florida Atlantic University
- Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics University of Florida
- Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics Nova Southeastern University (past)
- Past Vice Chief of Pediatrics Northwest Medical Center
- Past Chief of Pediatrics Northwest Medical Center
- Past Member Board of Trustees Northwest Medical Center
Hospital Affiliations:
- Coral Springs Medical Center
Languages:
- English
- Conversational Spanish
Personal/Hobbies:
- Married with 2 Children
- Coral Reef Aquaria
- Travel
Matthew Penson, M.D.
Education:
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology – University of Virginia Dean’s List – all semesters, Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society
- Doctor of Medicine – University of Florida College of Medicine
Postdoctoral Training:
- Pediatric Residency – Shands Children’s Hospital, University of Florida
Certifications:
- Fellow American Academy of Pediatrics
- Board Certified in Pediatrics
Appointments:
- Clinical Affiliated Assistant Professor of Pediatrics University of Miami
Hospital Affiliations:
- Coral Springs Medical Center
Language:
- English
Personal/Hobbies:
- Married with 2 children
- Golf
- Exercise
Jamie Mazzurco, D.O
Education:
- Georgetown University Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service- Bachelors of Science of Foreign Service
- New York Medical College- Masters of Public Health, Dean’s Award for Academic Excellence
- Nova Southeastern University-Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine and Pre-doctoral Research Fellow
Postdoctoral Training:
- Pediatric Residency- Jackson Memorial Hospital, University of Miami
Hospital Affiliations:
- Coral Springs Medical Center
Language:
- English
- Intermediate/Medical Spanish
Personal:
- Wife and Mom
- Reading
- Yoga
- Family board game night
- Family Sunday dinners
- Travel
Anamaria Patzke, M.D.
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Bachelor of Arts in English Literature- University of Miami
- Doctor of Medicine- Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine Florida Atlantic University
Postdoctoral Training:
- Pediatric Residency- Nicklaus Children’s Hospital- Miami, FL
Hospital Affiliations:
- Memorial Hospital Miramar
Language:
- English
- Spanish
Personal:
- Salsa Dancing
- Cooking
- Hiking
André Nadim Ward, MD, USPTA
Education:
- The Taft School, Watertown, CT.
- Boston College, Chestnut Hill, MA- College of Arts and Sciences.
- Harvard Extension School, Cambridge, MA (post-baccalaureate).
- American University of the Caribbean, Cupecoy, Sint Maarten, Medical Sciences Program.
Professional Training:
- Resident Physician, Broward Health Medical Center, Fort Lauderdale, FL (July 2019-June 2022).
Professional Activities/Memberships/Recognitions:
- Member, American Academy of Pediatrics
- Physician, Americas Baseball Qualifier Road to Tokyo, West Palm Beach, FL, May 2021: provided onground support and assistance for Dominican, Colombian, and Cuban national teams
- Boston Cares: former: project leader with the nonprofit organization and recipient of President’s Volunteer Service Award. Over 150 hours volunteering including teaching vocational English to refugees, assisting with French and Arabic translation at dental clinics, serving meals to homeless veterans, support at Red Cross blood drives.
- Community Outreach Scholarship recipient, American University of the Caribbean: received award from the medical school in recognition of efforts made to support and enrich the Boston community
- United States Professional Tennis Association, Level 2 Professional, 2011-current
Hospital Affiliations:
- Memorial Hospital Miramar
Publications and Conferences Highlights/Honors:
- American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference, Poster Presentation, 2020: 7-Year-Old Male with 2 Months of Progressive Unilateral Weakness: A Case Report of an Astrocytoma. VanPutten, A; Patel, S;Winters, H; Ward, A.
- American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference, Poster Presentation, 2021: Ouch! My Chest... Pfizer-biontech COVID-19 Vaccination Induced Acute Myopericarditis: A Case Report.” Patel, S; Ward, A.Shrager, S., Isava, A. Broward Health Medical Center Journal Club Conference, 2019: “A Phase 3 Randomized Trial of Voxelo tor in Sickle Cell Disease.” Ward, A.
- Poster Presentation, American Association of Family Physicians Global Health Summit. Ward, A., and Hong, J. “An Unfortunate Truth: Climate Change, Health Impacts, and Increased Outbreak of Vibrio Cholera.” Jacksonville, Fl, September 13-15, 2018.
Interests:
- Spending time with family and friends, travelling, reading, playing golf, skiing.
- Learning and teaching Integrating natural strategies with traditional western medical approaches in caring for children.
Robert Koch, D.O.
Education:
- DO, Nova Southeastern University
- Masters in Science in Physiology and Biophysics, Georgetown University
- Bachelor of Science in Biology, Providence College
Training:
- Pediatric Resident, Palms West Hospital, Loxahatchee, FL
Professional Experience:
- Pediatric Associates, Hollywood, FL 2016-2017
- Kihei Waliea Medical Center, Kiehi, HI 2017-2022
- Children's Medical Association, Plantation, FL 2022-present
Hospital Affiliations:
- Coral Springs Medical Center
- Joe Dimaggio Children's Hospital
Certifications:
- American Osteopathic Board of Pediatrics
- Board Certified in Pediatrics
Language:
- English
Interests:
- Mountain biking
- Surfing
- Paddle boarding
- Hiking
- Tennis
- Road biking
- Snorkeling
- Outrigger canoe paddling
Janina Rojas, MD
Education:
- Bachelor of Science - Summa Cum Laude, Florida International University
- Doctor of Medicine - Florida State University College of Medicine
Postdoctoral Training:
- Pediatric Residency - Salah Foundation Children’s Hospital/Broward Health Medical Center
Certifications:
- Board Certified in Pediatrics
Hospital Affiliations:
- Memorial Hospital Miramar
Languages:
- English
- Spanish
Personal Hobbies:
- Family time, love being a mom!
- Sunsets at the beach
- Reading
- Travel
Imani Sanders, MD
Education:
- Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School - Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
- University of Pennsylvania - Philadelphia, PA - Specialized Science Post Baccalaureate Program
- University of Maryland - College Park, MD - Bachelors of Science - Biomedical Engineering
Postdoctoral Training:
- Pediatric Residency - Jackson Memorial Hospital, University of Miami
Memberships/Recognitions:
- American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) - Member, Former Resident Delegate
- Reach Out and Read® - Fellowship Award
- Delta Sigma Theta, Inc.
Hospital Affiliations:
- Memorial Hospital Miramar
Languages:
- English
Personal Hobbies:
- Kickboxing/Fitness
- Beach/Water activities
- Exploring the Broward restaurant scene
- Game nights
Michele Galatovich, M.D. MPH
Education:
- University of Miami Miller School of Medicine - Doctor of Medicine, Masters of Public Health
- University of Southern California - Los Angeles. CA - Post Baccalaureate Program
- Loyola Marymount University - Los Angeles, CA- Master of Arts in Counseling.
- Stetson University - Deland, FL - Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
Postdoctoral Training:
- Pediatric Residency - University of California Irvine/Children's Hospital of Orange County Pediatric Residency with Distinction in Primary Care
Hospital Affiliations:
- Memorial Hospital Miramar
Memberships:
- American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Member
Languages:
- English
Personal Hobbies:
- Family beach days
- Paddleboarding
- Hiking
- Baking
Justine Kelderhouse, ARNP
Place of Birth:
- Hollywood, FL
Education:
- St. Thomas Aquinas High School, 1990
- Associate of Science Degree in Nursing, Dean's List, BC, 1995
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Graduated with highest honors, FIU, 1997
- Master of Science in Nursing/Family, Graduated Magna Suma Cum Laude, FIU, 2001
Certifications:
- Registered Nurse, 1995
- Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner, 2001
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Professional Organizations:
- American Nurses Association
- Sigma Theta Tau
- Safe Kids Coalition
Professional Experience:
- Palm Springs Medical Center, Hialeah, FL (1995-1999)
- Aventura Medical Center, Aventura, FL (1999-2001)
- Holy Cross Hospital, Ft. Lauderdale, FL (2001-2005)
- Dr. Taslimi and Mirza, MD, PA, Ft. Lauderdale, FL (2002-2011)
- Children's Medical Association, Tamarac, FL (2011-present)
Language:
- English
Personal:
- Spending time with family and friends
- Travel
- Boating/Water skiing
Ellen Mass, MSN, ARNP, PNP-BC
Education:
- University of Pennsylvania, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Cum Laude
- University of Pennsylvania, Masters of Science in Nursing, Cum Laude
Certifications:
- Registered Nurse
- Advanced Practice Nurse
- Board Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
- Certified Pediatric Oncology Nurse
Professional organizations:
- Sigma Theta Tau
- National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners
- Association of Pediatric Oncology Nurses
Professional Experience:
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Staff Nurse, 1992-1995
- Jersey City Medical Center, AIDS Health Services, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, 1995-1997
- Hackensack University Medical Center, Tomorrows Children’s Institute, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, 1997-2012
- NJY Camps, Infirmary Nurse, summers 2007- present
- Children’s Medical Association, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, 2012 – present
Language:
- English
Personal:
- Spending time with my husband and 3 children
- Reading
Linda Barreras, DNP, ARNP, FNP-BC
Education:
- Lutheran General Hospital School of Nursing - Diploma in Nursing
- Loyola University, Chicago – Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Barry University - Masters of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner
- University of Alabama at Birmingham – Doctor of Nursing Practice
Certifications:
- Family Nurse Practitioner, American Nurses Credentialing Center
Professional Associations:
- American Nurses Association
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP)
- Member, NAPNAP Special Interest Section on Pediatric Obesity
- Member, NAPNAP Task Force for updating the Position Statement on Childhood Obesity
- Florida Nurses Association
- South Florida Council of Advanced Practice Nurses
- Florida Nurse Practitioner Network
- Member, Special Interest Section on Obesity – American Academy of Pediatrics
Affiliations:
- Adjunct Faculty Florida Atlantic University School of Nursing, Nurse practitioner preceptor
Professional Experience:
- Over 30 years diverse experience in the nursing profession with over 20 years as a nurse practitioner in family and pediatric practice. Children’s Medical Association Employee since December, 2012
Language:
- English
- Conversational Spanish
Personal:
- Spending time with family and friends
- Outdoor activities
Tamia Maldonado, MSN, ARNP, FNP-BC
Education:
- Nova Southeastern University, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Summa Cum Laude
- Nova Southeastern University, Masters of Science in Nursing, Summa Cum Laude
Certifications:
- Licensed Registered Nurse
- Advance Registered Nurse Practitioner
Professional
Organizations:
- American Nurses Association
- South Florida Council of Advanced Practice Nurses
- Florida Nurses Association
- Sigma Theta Tau International
- Tau Sigma Academic Honor Society
Professional Experience:
- Northwest Medical Center, Pediatric/Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse, 2001 - 2015
- Children's Medical Association, 2015 - Present
Language:
- English
Personal:
- Spending time with family and friends
- Traveling
- Volunteering
Elizabeth Rowell, ARNP, PNP-BC
Education:
- Associate of Science degree in Nursing, Valencia Community College, 2000
- Master of Science in Nursing/Pediatrics, Emory University, 2006
Certifications:
- Registered Nurse, 2001
- Advance Registered Nurse Practitioner, 2008
- Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (BLS)
- Neonatal Resusciation Program
Professional
Organizations:
- National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners
Professional Experience:
- Arnold Palmer Hospital (PICU), staff nurse, 2001-2004
- Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (PICU, CICU, NICU), staff nurse, 2004-2013
- Lavista Norcross Clinic, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, 2010-2013
- Children's Medical Association, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, 2014-Present
Language:
- English
Personal:
- Spending time with friends and family
- Enjoys traveling, lake life, beach life and Gator football
- Volunteering with underserved children
Nicole Quick, MSN, ARNP, FNP-BC
Education:
- Florida Atlantic University, Bachelor of Science
- University of North Florida, Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Florida Atlantic University, Master of Science in Nursing
Certifications:
- Registered Nurse
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Professional
Organizations:
- Sigma Theta Tau
Hospital Affiliations:
- Memorial Hospital Miramar
Professional Experience:
- Northwest Medical Center, Pediatric/NICU Nurse
- Joe Dimaggio Children's Hospital, Surgical Services Nurse
- Children's Medical Association, Nurse Practitioner
Language:
- English
Personal:
- Travelling
- Spending time with family and friends
- Beach activities
Ashley Ann Chillingworth, DNP, ARNP, PNP-BC
Education:
- University of Florida--Bachelors of Science in Nursing
- University of Florida--Doctorate of Nursing
Certifications:
- Registered Nurse
- Advanced Practice Nurse
- Board Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Professional
Organizations:
- NAPNAP (National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners)
Professional Experience:
- University of Florida Health, PICU RN
- Children's Medical Association, Nurse Practitioner
Language:
- English
Personal:
- Traveling
- Scuba diving and boating
- Spending time with family and friends
Kristyn D'elia MSN, ARNP, FNP-BC
Education:
- Palm Beach State College- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Chamberlin University- Masters of Science in Nursing- Family Nurse Practitioner
Certifications:
- Registered nurse
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Basic Life Support
Professional
Organizations:
- Memorial Regional Hospital,
- Mother-Baby/Nursery/Labor & Delivery Baby RN Children's Medical Association, Nurse Practitioner
Professional Experience:
- American Nurses Association
- Florida Nurses Association
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Language:
- English
Personal:
- Wife & mom
- Spending time with family and friends
Brittany Zaretsky, MSN, ARNP, FNP-BC
Education:
- Nova Southeastern University, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Magna Cum Laude, 2012
- Nova Southeastern University, Masters of Science in Nursing, Magna Cum Laude, 2023
Certifications/Licenses
- Family Nurse Practitioner, American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- Licensed Registered Nurse
- Basic Life Support
Professional Memberships:
- Center For Specialty Care, Operating Room Registered Nurse
- Bethesda Memorial Hospital East, Mother/Baby Registered Nurse
- Outpatient Plastic Surgery Center, Operating Room and PACU Registered Nurse
- Children’s Medical Association, Nurse Practitioner
Language:
- English
Personal:
- Wife and Mom of three children
- Enjoys exercising, cooking, and reading
- Volunteers at Congregation Kol Tikvah, Jewish Federation of Broward County, and Heron Heights Elementary
