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Maria A Lavaia,  MD

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Maria A Lavaia, MD

Pediatrics

4.9
(42)
Affiliation

Atlantic Medical Group

Female

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About me

Maria Lavaia, MD, is the lead physician at Atlantic Medical Group Pediatrics at Morristown. Board-certified in pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics, she specializes in caring for infants, children, and young adults with special attention to their continued physical, psychological, and emotional development. Dr. Lavaia is skilled at diagnosing and treating common childhood illnesses and injuries and pays special attention to monitoring the achievement of milestones in a child’s development. Her warm and compassionate demeanor builds trust with her young patients and creates an openness with parents to discuss any concerns.
Dr. Lavaia earned her medical degree from the State University of New York Health Science Center in Brooklyn, NY, and completed her residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell, New York, NY. For over 30 years she has delivered evidence-based pediatric medical care in a collaborative group practice. Presently, she is also the lead physician for faculty development for the department of pediatrics at Atlantic Health System.
Dr. Lavaia is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization.

SPECIALTIES

  • Pediatrics

AFFILIATIONS

  • Atlantic Medical Group

  • Morristown Medical Center

  • Overlook Medical Center

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Education & Experience

TRAINING

SUNY Health Science Center at BrooklynMedical School
Weill Cornell Medical CenterResidency

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

PediatricsAmerican Board of Pediatrics

Patient Reviews

OVERALL RATING

4.9

(42 ratings)
13 reviews
  • 5.0
    Jul 11, 2024
    Check-in was great. - the doctor is the - main reason I visit -
  • 5.0
    Jun 25, 2024
    The nurses were incredible. My son was NOT happy and we had multiple nurses stopping in to comfort him. This is a newer experience we have had. When we originally joined Atlantic Health, the nurses were less helpful with calming a child.
  • 5.0
    Mar 26, 2024
    None
  • 5.0
    Mar 15, 2024
    We love Dr. Laiva, she takes the time to listen and now that our son is 11years old she asks him questions and lets him answer which is important in development.We never feel rushed and she always is happy and helpful. She is amazing.
  • 5.0
    Feb 24, 2024
    We truly LOVE the care we receive here and specifically Dr. Lavaia -she catches every detail and eases any anxiety my children feel (assures them there will not be any shots at this visit, etc) - we love this practice and couldn't imagine going anywhere else.