Business Details
27 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Comprehensive Pediatric Care in New Haven & Woodbridge, CT
At Child and Adolescent Healthcare (CAHC), our skilled team of New Haven area pediatricians offers comprehensive medical care for infants, children, and adolescents. With offices in New Haven and Woodbridge, CT, we prioritize personalized, family-centered care through dedicated one-on-one time with patients. Our physicians, all parents themselves, combine advanced medical training with ongoing education to deliver evidence-based care tailored to each child's unique needs. We utilize integrated electronic health records and the CHADIS system to streamline communication and address developmental, mental health, and safety concerns proactively.Affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital Children's Hospital, we maintain a smaller practice model to ensure flexibility and extended appointment availability. Our commitment to lifelong learning and community engagement reflects our mission to build lasting relationships through compassionate, high-quality pediatric care.
Services
Pediatric Primary Care
Immunizations
Lactation Support
Developmental Screenings
Car Seat Safety
Allergy Management
Chronic Condition Care
Mental Health Services
Sports Physicals
Telehealth Visits
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized, one-on-one appointments with experienced pediatricians.
- Our practice utilizes advanced electronic health records for seamless care coordination.
- We provide specialized lactation resources and car seat safety education.
- Our physicians maintain hospital affiliations with Yale New Haven Children's Hospital.
- We emphasize preventive care and evidence-based, family-centered treatment approaches.
Services
Pediatric Primary Care
Our comprehensive pediatric primary care services include routine checkups, growth monitoring, and preventive health guidance. We provide age-appropriate screenings and vaccinations while building long-term doctor-patient relationships through personalized attention. Our family-centered approach addresses physical, emotional, and developmental needs through all childhood stages.
Lactation Support
Certified lactation consultants offer individualized breastfeeding support for prenatal education and postnatal challenges. Services include latch assessment, milk supply evaluation, and solutions for feeding difficulties. We provide both in-person and virtual consultations with personalized care plans to support successful breastfeeding journeys for new mothers.
Developmental Screenings
We conduct thorough developmental assessments using the CHADIS system to monitor cognitive, social, and emotional milestones. Early identification of developmental delays enables timely interventions through our network of specialists. Our screenings include autism spectrum evaluations and behavioral health assessments tailored to each child's needs.
Immunizations
Our practice follows CDC-recommended immunization schedules while providing education about vaccine safety and benefits. We offer routine childhood vaccinations, travel immunizations, and seasonal flu shots. Special accommodations are available for high-risk patients requiring additional protection against preventable diseases.
Car Seat Safety
Certified technicians provide car seat inspections, installation guidance, and safety education. We teach proper car seat selection, installation techniques, and transition guidelines through hands-on demonstrations. Our program emphasizes injury prevention through correct restraint use for children of all ages and sizes.
People
Joe Avni-Singer
MD
Co-founder of CAHC with 30+ years in pediatrics. Completed fellowship in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics at Yale. Advocate for personalized care and family-centered medical practice. Lives in New Haven with his family.
Shari Storeygard
MD, FAAP
Joined CAHC in 2006 after Yale residency. Focuses on preventive care and child wellness. Active in community health initiatives. Enjoys outdoor activities with her family in Woodbridge.
Shannon Martinello
MD, FAAP
Connecticut native with 20+ years pediatric experience. Clinical instructor at Quinnipiac University. Nationally recognized child passenger safety expert. Balances medical practice with family life in Woodbridge.
Namita Wijesekera
MD, FAAP
Yale-affiliated pediatrician with teaching experience. Active in community health boards and education initiatives. Provides continuity care from newborns to young adults. Resides locally with her family.
Elizabeth Northrop
MD, FAAP
Board-certified pediatrician with decade of clinical experience. Certified lactation consultant and medical educator. Joined CAHC in 2023 after serving Middlesex County families. Mother of four children.
Questions
Do you accept new patients?
We welcome new patients but recommend contacting our Woodbridge office to confirm current availability and schedule a meet-and-greet appointment.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept most major insurance plans. Contact our Woodbridge office directly at (203) 397-1243 to verify your specific coverage details.
Are weekend appointments available?
Urgent weekend visits can be scheduled by contacting our on-call physician. Routine appointments are available Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.
Do you offer lactation consulting services?
Yes, we provide comprehensive lactation support including prenatal education, postnatal consultations, and virtual visits with certified lactation consultants.
How do I access after-hours care?
Our physicians are available 24/7 for urgent medical concerns through our answering service. Non-urgent requests should be made during regular business hours.
Do you provide car seat safety checks?
We offer car seat education and installation guidance. For hands-on inspections, we recommend contacting local Safe Kids certified technicians.
