Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Premier Pediatric Care in Chapel Hill & Durham
Chapel Hill Pediatrics & Adolescents has been a trusted provider of comprehensive pediatric care in the NC Research Triangle for over 50 years. Our practice combines decades of clinical expertise with a compassionate approach to treating infants, children, and adolescents. We offer a full spectrum of services including routine check-ups, specialized care for chronic conditions, sports medicine, lactation support, and urgent care. Our team of 13 board-certified pediatricians brings extensive experience in newborn care, adolescent health, behavioral pediatrics, and developmental medicine. With two convenient locations in Chapel Hill and Durham, we provide accessible care through extended hours including evenings and weekends.Our in-house CLIA-certified laboratory enables rapid diagnostic testing, while our care coordinators help families navigate resources for children with special healthcare needs. We maintain strong partnerships with Duke Medicine and UNC Medical Center to ensure seamless referrals for complex cases. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our COLA-accredited laboratory practices and adherence to American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines. We prioritize patient education through resources like our immunization schedule and breastfeeding support services, while our advice nurses provide critical triage support during and after office hours.
Services
Annual Physical Exams
Lactation Support
Sports Medicine
Newborn Care
Adolescent Health
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- Board-certified pediatricians with 50+ years of combined experience
- In-house CLIA-certified laboratory for rapid diagnostic testing
- Specialized care for children with complex health needs
- Extended urgent care hours including evenings and weekends
- Comprehensive lactation support from experienced providers
Associations and certifications
- COLA
Services
Annual Physical Exams
Our comprehensive annual exams monitor children's growth and development while addressing preventive care needs. Each visit includes medical history review, immunization updates, vision/hearing screening, and age-appropriate health education. Our pediatricians follow American Academy of Pediatrics Bright Futures guidelines to ensure standardized, evidence-based care for patients aged 0-21 years.
Lactation Support
We provide specialized lactation services addressing common breastfeeding challenges like nipple pain, low milk supply, and latching difficulties. Our pediatricians and advice nurses offer direct observation and connect patients with certified lactation consultants. Services include medication safety guidance during lactation and postpartum care coordination.
Sports Medicine
Our sports medicine services include injury evaluation, concussion management, and sports physicals. Dr. Walker Robinson, a board-certified sports medicine physician, provides expertise in injury prevention and nutritional support for young athletes. We offer on-site bracing solutions and coordinate care with orthopedic specialists when needed.
Newborn Care
We offer comprehensive newborn care including hospital follow-up visits within 48 hours of discharge. Our services cover developmental assessments, feeding support, and early detection of health concerns. Pediatricians provide guidance on sleep patterns, nutrition, and age-appropriate developmental milestones during the critical first year.
Adolescent Health
Our adolescent health services address physical, emotional, and social development for ages 11-21. We conduct confidential annual exams covering sexual health, mental wellness, and chronic condition management. Services include sports physicals, contraceptive counseling, and screening for substance use and mental health disorders.
People
Christiana K. Akwari
Pediatrician
Board-certified pediatrician with expertise in newborn care and teen counseling. Completed residency at Seattle Children's Hospital. Specializes in nutritional counseling and adolescent health. Active member of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Mary F. Braithwaite
Pediatrician
Pediatrician with focus on developmental pediatrics and adolescent mental health. Completed Duke residency program. Serves on Durham County Board of Health. Experienced in newborn care and special needs patient management.
Walker Robinson
Sports Medicine Specialist
Board-certified pediatrician with additional sports medicine certification. Completed fellowship at Nationwide Children's Hospital. Expert in concussion management and adolescent athlete care. Member of American Medical Society for Sports Medicine.
Kathy A. Merritt
Behavioral Pediatrics Specialist
Pediatrician specializing in behavioral health and developmental disorders. Completed fellowship in behavior and development at Duke and UNC. Focuses on sleep disorders, elimination challenges, and learning differences. Advocate for children with special healthcare needs.
Shruti Nagaraj
Pediatrician
Board-certified pediatrician with public health expertise. Completed residency at UCLA. Specializes in preventive care and sports medicine. Fluent in Spanish with experience in international pediatric care through work in Central America.
Questions
What services do you offer for newborns?
We provide hospital follow-up visits within 48 hours, developmental assessments, feeding support, and guidance on infant care and sleep patterns.
Do you have sports medicine specialists?
Yes, Dr. Walker Robinson is a board-certified sports medicine physician offering injury evaluation, concussion management, and athlete nutrition counseling.
How can I access lactation support?
Schedule a breastfeeding appointment with any provider or contact our advice nurses for immediate assistance with latching and supply issues.
What urgent care hours do you offer?
Monday-Thursday 5-7pm, Friday 5-6pm, and Saturday-Sunday 8am-12pm for urgent medical needs.
Do you accept walk-in visits?
We recommend scheduling appointments in advance but accommodate urgent cases as capacity allows.
How do I transfer my child's medical records?
Contact our office staff who will coordinate record transfers from previous providers using secure medical data protocols.
Reviews (7)
Sam N.
Dec 21, 2021
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It is frustrating that Chapel Hill Pediatrics requires an online virtual visit--for which they charge both you and your insurance--just to be able to get a COVID test for your child. We have not heard of anywhere else doing this. The virtual visit is completely perfunctory, a waste of time and effectively acts to restrict access to testing (and causes what should otherwise be a free test to cost you money). Having been through this with them a number of times (where again there is nothing you could say on that video visit to change the outcome) it is hard to draw any other conclusion than it
Giancarlo Santillo
Nov 22, 2021
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Great pediatricians. They really listen to your concerns and questions. They do not try to rush through appointments. Thank you.
M. Justin
Oct 08, 2021
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They've been really great with my kids, the providers are knowledgeable and super helpful. The nurses help line is a big help too.
Brooke M.
Oct 08, 2021
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The best pediatrician group we have experienced. Always able to get a same day appointment when our kids are sick. Every doctor and nurse we have experienced are great. Highly recommend.
Andrea H.
Jan 01, 2020
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I'm convinced we found the best peds office in the country. Seriously. These folks are knowledgeable, kind, and caring. We've met several of the docs in the last four months, and every single one has been amazing. HUGE thanks to Mara and Dr.Merritt for staying late tonight to help our little man with respiratory issues. It saved us a visit to the ER, and even though they were working past closing, they never seemed annoyed and they remained professional and compassionate. We love Chapel Hill Peds!
Todd H.
Nov 05, 2019
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CH Peds has provided care for my three year old son the last three years. His primary pediatrician and all the others we've seen for unscheduled visits have provided excellent care. I've also worked frequently with both back and front office staff for billing, scheduling, medical records etc. All my requests are handled quickly and professionally. I have absolute trust in CH Peds.
Sarah B.
Mar 12, 2019
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I just got a bill for over $300 for my son's well child visit that my insurance should cover 100%. When I called to inquire why I was told 1). it was because we covered things that were not standard to a well child visit so we were billed for another visit at the same time. My insurance declined to pay for two visits. The things we covered I was told were not standard were issues with diahreah around certain foods and my 2 1/2 year old spontaneously reporting his father's new girlfriend is mean and hits and hues him. We received a referral for a therapist. I was also billed $205 because
