Kirsten Mekelburg
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Board certified pediatrician with more than twenty-five years of clinical experience in both academic and community settings. I am a founding member and physician owner of Children's Wellness Center, a general pediatric practice, in Sandy Springs, Georgia since its inception in 2005. As the parent of two neurodiverse teenagers, I have developed a keen professional and personal interest in helping children and families navigate this sometimes complex world. I am compassionate and collaborative with my patient families and aim to apply my expertise in childhood and adolescent development to their care. I am hopeful that my skills as a long time pediatrician and parent of two children with different needs can be valuable to the Tapestry Governing Board.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatrician, Founder, Owner
Children's Wellness Center
11.2005 - Current
- Provided comprehensive medical care to children and young adults from birth to age 21.
- Established preventive health practices including but not limited to educational, nutritional, developmental, physical and mental health needs.
- Diagnosed and treated patients with complex medical conditions, including anxiety/depression, ADHD, autism spectrum, genetic syndromes, obesity, congenital heart disease, prematurity.
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists, and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
- Attended and completed The Reach Institute training in mental health diagnosis and treatment.
- History of volunteer clinical instructor of Pediatrics for Emory School of Medicine in training future physicians.
- Honored to serve as Community Liaison with the Rehabilitation Program at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.
- Developed and implemented a marketing campaign to introduce our practice to the local community and referring providers.
- Grew our practice from a two provider practice to a seven provider practice since inception.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Enhanced services offered in practice by implementing electronic medical records, telehealth services, additional training and office protocols in mental health services and medical management.
Pediatrician
Northpoint Pediatrics
07.2001 - 09.2005
- Established preventive care and sick care health practices in alignment with best practices for children and young adults
Education
M.D. - Pediatrics
Emory University School of Medicine
Atlanta, GA06.2001
M.D. - Pediatrics
Wayne State University School of Medicine
Detroit, MI06.1998
Bachelor of Science - Pre Medical Science And Environmental Science
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI06.1994
Certification
- Active license, Georgia State Medical Board
- Certified, American Academy of Pediatrics, General Pediatrics
- Member, American Academy of Pediatrics, Section on Practice Management
- Member, American Academy of Pediatrics, state of Georgia section
- Certified provider in basic life support. Previous certification in Advanced Trauma Life Support, Advanced Pediatric Life Support
Timeline
Pediatrician, Founder, Owner
Children's Wellness Center
11.2005 - Current
Pediatrician
Northpoint Pediatrics
07.2001 - 09.2005
M.D. - Pediatrics
Emory University School of Medicine
M.D. - Pediatrics
Wayne State University School of Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Pre Medical Science And Environmental Science
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor