2023 Health & Wellness Winners
Jul 20, 2023 10:04PM ● By Chris Jones
The health of our families matters more than we can imagine and in the Greater Fredericksburg area, there’s a wealth of health care options for all of your needs. From dentists and orthodontists to OB/ GYNs, pediatricians and individual physicians the area has you and your family covered in 2023.
PEDIATRIC PRACTICE
WINNER: Preferred Pediatrics
We would like to thank all the families who voted for us. You are why we love what we do, providing excellent care for those you love the most.TOP PICKS
- Kids First Pediatrics
- Fall Hill Pediatrics
- ABC Pediatrics
- YUM Pediatrics
DENTIST
TIE-WINNER: Reform Dentistry
We understand that going to the dentist can be challenging for some patients. The entire Reform Dental team is dedicated to helping patients feel at ease about their dental health needs.TIE-WINNER: Virginia Dental & Anesthesia Associates
Virginia Dental & Anesthesia Associates is proud to serve the Fredericksburg community. Our doctors specialize in pediatric dentistry, general anesthesia, cosmetic and general dentistry. We are grateful for our patients and this recognition.TOP PICKS
- ClearCare Dental
- Central Park Dental
- Family First Dental
FAMILY PRACTICE
WINNER: Colonial Internal Medicine Associates
Colonial Internal Medicine Associates is the area’s largest independent internal medicine and primary care practice for ages 16 and older. We proudly serve both the Fredericksburg and Stafford regions.TOP PICKS
- Mary Washington Primary Care
- Embracing Health
- Fredericksburg Christian Health Center
- Pratt Family Practice
INDIVIDUAL PEDIATRICIAN
WINNER: Roxanne M. Allegretti, M.D. Kids First Pediatrics of Stafford
Being a pediatrician and running my own practice for almost 10 years has been more rewarding and challenging than I ever dreamed. Thank you for this honor!TOP PICKS
- Dr. Jacinta Topps Fall Hill Pediatrics
- Dr. Allison Goodlett Pratt Medical Center
- Dr. Anne Bradshaw ABC Pediatrics
- Dr. Pamila Mancini PL Physicians
CERTIFIED NURSE PRACTITIONER
WINNER: Jennifer Bodin, CFNP - Preferred Pediatrics
I’m humbled and honored to be voted best individual pediatrician. It’s a privilege to care for the best patients as a member of the best pediatric practice in Fredericksburg, Preferred Pediatrics.TOP PICKS
- Kim McDonald, NP ABC Pediatrics
- Ashlee Ong, PA Mary Washington Primary Care
- Courtney Miller, WHNP Elite Women’s Health
- Sean Bodin, PA Colonial Internal Medicine
PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN
WINNER: Dr. Steven Mussey, M.D., Mussey Sarber & Associates
Dr. Steven Mussey and Dr. Lisa Sarber have been practicing Internal Medicine in Fredericksburg since 1994. They pride themselves on listening to patients and staying current with the latest medical advances.TOP PICKS
- Dr. Jacinta W. Topps, M.D. Fall Hill Pediatrics
- Dr. Deepa Pai, M.D. Mary Washington Primary Care
- Dr. Yvonne Villareal, M.D. Embracing Health
- Dr. Bethanne H. Elbert, M.D. Colonial Internal Medicine
BIRTH SUPPORT
WINNER: Julie Weathers, CNM
Ms. Weathers provides her obstetrics patients with expertise in all areas of obstetrical care from low-risk intervention to high-risk technical care.TOP PICKS
- Amy Frederick, CNM
- Courtney Miller, WHNP
- Bloom Doula
- Caroline Conneen, FNP, R.D., IBCLC
ORTHODONTIST
WINNER: BDr. Diana Almy Fredericksburg Orthodontics
We are proud to offer all our patients (children and adults) several treatment options with flexible payment options to fit their needs. Serving the community for over 19 years.TOP PICKS
- Dr. Matthew Caspersen - Rappahannock Orthodontics
- Dr. Matt Beecroft - Beecroft Orthodontics
- Dr. James Lupi - Lupi Orthodontics
- Dr. Sheri Wilkerson-Cox - Cox Family Dentistry and Orthodontics
INDIVIDUAL OB/GYN
WINNER: Dr. Mary Shuman Rappahannock Women’s Health Center
I am incredibly grateful to the community for voting me as the number one OB/GYN doctor. It has been an honor to be a part of this community for over 23 years, and I am going to take some much-needed time off from working to be with my family. Thank you all for your trust and support over the years.TOP PICKS
- Dr. Leedylyn Stadilus Elite Women’s Health
- Dr. Zeenat Patel Elite Women’s Health
- Dr. Brenda Hines New Beginnings OB/GYN
- Dr. Danielle Holmes Mary Washington OB/GYN
- Dr. Scott Walker Pratt Healthcare OB/GYN
PHYSICAL THERAPY
WINNER: Hilltop Physical Therapy
Our physical therapists are highly trained and experienced individuals! We are proud to offer specialized treatment services for any pain, injury, or discomfort you may be feeling.TOP PICKS
- Mary Washington Physical Therapy
- Orthopedic & Sports Physical Therapy Associates
- Pivot Physical Therapy
- Fleming Therapy Fredericksburg
INDIVIDUAL ALLERGIST
WINNER: Dr. Jonathan Mozena Allergy Partners of Fredericksburg
Thank you Fredericksburg for your support! The providers at Allergy Partners are honored that you entrust us with allergy and asthma care for you and your loved ones.TOP PICKS
- Dr. Mark Wenger (retired)
- Dr. Andrew Kim
- Dr. Nicholas Klaiber
- Dr. Jonathan Posthumus, M.D.
OPTOMETRIST
WINNER: Access Eye
Many thanks to Fredericksburg Parent magazine and its readers for voting Access Eye Optometrists Fredericksburg Favorite! We couldn’t do it without our talented and caring team of professionals. We are grateful!TOP PICKS
- Chancellor Eye Care
- Premier Eyecare
- Dr. Evan Silverstein
- Fields Family Eye Care
ALLERGY PRACTICE
WINNER: Allergy Partners of Fredericksburg
Thank you Fredericksburg for your support! The providers at Allergy Partners are honored that you entrust us with allergy and asthma care for you and your loved ones.- Leaders in the evaluation and treatment of allergy and asthma
- Board-certified specialists in pediatric and adult allergy and immunology
- Three convenient locations serving Fredericksburg, Stafford and Spotsylvania
- Allergy & Asthma Centers of Fredericksburg
- The Virginia Center for Allergy & Asthma
CHIROPRACTOR
TIE-WINNER: Alive By Design Chiropractic Center
We are grateful to see clients from world-class strength athletes to NFL players to our own local litt le gymnasts and all the way to the 9 to 5 weekend warriors. We focus on understanding the needs of the individual and the subsequent demands that a particular lifestyle places on each person and use that cornerstone to provide the best care to everyone.TIE-WINNER: Dr. Henzler, Downtown Chiropractic & Rehabilitation
Downtown Chiropractic and Rehabilitation (Dr. Henzler) in Fredericksburg is here to provide chiropractic care and medical massage therapy to people of all ages, offering relief from back and neck pain, headaches, and conditions caused by muscular-skeletal issues.TOP PICKS
- Dr. Erica Heppe
- Dr. Jeff Bowers
- Hands of Hope
SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCES
(Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Autism, Behavioral Therapy)
WINNER: Mary Washington Pediatric Therapy
Dr. Stacie Fox, SLPD CCC/SLP, CAS, is a highly experienced Speech Language Pathologist specializing in childhood apraxia of speech, orofacial myology, AAC, child speech and language, and feeding. She is dedicated to helping children and families achieve therapy milestones.TOP PICKS
- Helping Hands, Inc.
- Paragon Autism Services
- Children’s Hospital of Richmond
- Compass Counseling Services of Northern Virginia
YOGA
WINNER: Dragonfly Yoga
Dragonfly has two separate studios (only blocks apart) in historic downtown Fredericksburg. One for non-heated classes and one exclusively for hot yoga. Each studio offers a full complement of classes every day of the week.TOP PICKS
- American Family Fitness
- Rappahannock Area YMCA
- Fly Fitness
- Sol to Sol Yoga
GYM/PERSONAL TRAINER
WINNER: Fit4Mom Fredericksburg
Fit4Mom Fredericksburg offers Stroller Strides and Body Back fitness classes to women in all stages of motherhood. Our Village includes fitness, playgroups, friendship, Mom’s Nights and cute kids!TOP PICKS
- Planet Fitness
- Rappahannock Area YMCA
- Fredericksburg Fitness Studio
- Jeff Rouse Swim and Sport Center