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2026 Family Favorites Winners - Health and Wellness

Pediatric Practice

Winner: Kids First Pediatrics of Stafford 

We are so thankful for this recognition of our practice! Our goal is to provide evidence-based medicine in a compassionate, family centered atmosphere. 

TOP PICKS
  • Mary Washington Pediatrics
  • ABC Pediatrics 
  • The Children's Clinic of Fredericksburg 
  • Pediatric Partners of Stafford

Dentist

Winner: Suite Tooth Pediatrics 

Suite Tooth Pediatrics in Stafford, VA offers gentle, comprehensive dental care for children ages 0-18. Led by Dr. Ashlee Kato, we foster a positive dental environment for both patiences and parents. 

TOP PICKS
  • Pediatric Dentistry of Fredericksburg
  • Let's Smile Dental 
  • Baby2Teens Pediatric Dentistry, PLLC
  • Family First Dental 

Primary Care Physician

Winner: Cindy Marrow, M.D., Colonial Internal Medicine 

I'm truly honored by this recognition. Thank you for your trust, support, and the privilege of caring for our incredible community and building meaningful relationships with the patients and families I serve. 

TOP PICKS
  • Bethanne H. Elbert, M.D. 
  • Yvonne Villarreal, M.D.
  • Deepa Pai, M.D.

Pediatric Urgent Care

Winner: KidMed Pediatric Urgent Care

We are so thankful for this recognition of our practice! Our goal is to provide evidence-based medicine in a compassionate, family centered atmosphere. 

TOP PICKS
  • DoorStep Urgent Care
  • PedsPlus Pediatric Primary and Urgent Care
  • Patient First 

Family Practice

Winner: Patient First

Founded in 1981, Patient First Medical Centers provide urgent care, primary care, and occupational health services on a non-appointment, walk-in basis from 8am to 8pm, 365 days a year. 

TOP PICKS
  • Colonial Internal Medicine
  • Mary Washington Primary Care
  • Embracing Health
  • Lee's Hill Family Physician

Certified Nurse Practitioner

Winner: Anna Kennedy, FNP, Kids First Pediatrics of Stafford

It is an honor and privilege to serve KFPS families and be part of their journey as they learn and grow in health and happiness. 

TOP PICKS
  • Kim McDonald, NP
  • Jennifer Bodin, CFNP
  • Amin Karkain, PA
  • Courtney Miller, WHNP-BC

Individual Pediatrician

Winner: Roxanne Allegretti, M.D., Kids First Pediatrics of Stafford 

After 26 years in our area (half of that in my own practice), I am honored to see lots of kids whose parents were also my patients. Thank you for your trust! 

TOP PICKS
  • Anne Bradshaw, M.D.
  • Jacinta W. Topps, M.D.
  • Margaret Paterson, M.D.
  • Blair Ryland Lethbridge, DO, FAAP

Orthodontist

Winner: Dr. 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.  We have been serving the community over 20 years. 

TOP PICKS
  • Dr. Matthew Caspersen - Rappahannock Orthodontics 
  • Dr. James Lupi - Lupi Orthodontics
  • Dr. Matt Beecroft - Beecroft Orthodontics 
  • Let's Smile Dental

Individual OB/GYN

Winner: Dr. Zeenat Patel, Elite Gynecology & Wellness 

I am so proud to be receiving this award again this year.  Although I changed my focus to gynecology only, it is heartwarming to know that my patients still value what I do. My staff and I saw a void that needed to be filled, and we are grateful that the women of this area trust us with their care and health. 

TOP PICKS
  • Dr. Brenda Hines, New Beginnings OB/GYN
  • Dr. Tammy Leonard, Mary Washington, OB/GYN
  • Dr. Leedylyn Stadulis, Mary Washington, OB/GYN
  • Dr. Scott Walker, Pratt Medical Group OB/GYN

Birth Support

Winner: Mary Washington Healthcare Midwifery Program

Mary Washington Midwifery Program provides compassionate birth support for women and families through pregnancy, labor and postpartum, empowering informed choices and healthy beginnings with personalized care centered on respect and trust. 

TOP PICKS
  • Caroline Conneen, Certified Lactation Consultant
  • Tree of Life Midwifery

Mental Wellness

Winner: Rappahannock Area Community Services Board 

At RACSB, we are committed to helping community members lead the best lives possible. We help babies speak their first words and adults with severe mental illness take their first steps back into the community. We have proudly served the Fredericksburg community since 1970, and we are here to help. 

TOP PICKS
  • Compass Counseling Services
  • Ellie Mental Health - Fredericksburg

OB/GYN Practice

Winner: Mary Washington Obstetrics and Gynecology

Mary Washington Obstetrics and Gynecology provides care for women at every stage of life, promoting health, comfort and confidence through every visit, treatment and transition. 

TOP PICKS
  • Elite Gynecology & Wellness
  • About Women OB/GYN
  • New Beginnings

Physical Therapy

Winner: Mary Washington Physical Therapy

Mary Washington Physical Therapy helps parents, kids, and caregivers get back to everyday moments with personalized, evidence-based care that relieves pain and restores mobility. 

TOP PICKS
  • IVY Rehab for Kids - Fredericksburg
  • Fusion Rehab and Wellness
  • Hilltop Physical Therapy
  • Dominion Physical Therapy

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
  • Fields Family Eye Care
  • Premier Eyecare
  • Chancellor Eye Care
  • Mary Washington Eye Care Center

Individual Allergiest

Winner: Jonathan Posthumus, M.D., Allergy Partners of Fredericksburg

Dr. Jonathon Posthumus is a board-certified Allergist. He specializes in treating asthma, sinusitis, hives, and food/environmental allergies through personalized testing and treatments. 

TOP PICKS
  • Jonathan Mozena, M.D.
  • Irina Dawson, M.D.
  • Ahmed Butt, M.D.
  • Andrew Kim, M.D.

Allergy Practice 

Winner: Allergy Partners of Fredericksburg 

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. 

TOP PICKS
  • Allergy and Asthma Centers of Fredericksburg
  • The Virginia Center for Allergy & Asthma

Special Needs Resources

Winner: Helping Hands

Helping Hands Pediatrics Therapy Services has been proudly serving our community for over 20 years. We are dedicated to keeping our therapeutic interventions innovative, creative and collaborative. 

TOP PICKS
  • Bill Carroll Foundation, Inc. 
  • Children's Hospital of Richmond
  • Mary Washington Pediatric Therapy
  • Compass Counseling Services

Chiropractor

Winner: Dr. Craig Henzler, Downtown Chiropractic and Rehab 

Downtown Chiropractic and Rehabilitation in Fredericksburg, VA offers chiropractic care, injury rehabilitation, and massage therapy, led by Dr. Craig Henzler and Dr. Alee Williams, focusing on the personalized, gentle, and effective treatment for conditions like back pain, neck pain, headaches and sciatica. 

TOP PICKS
  • Alive by Design Chiropractic Center
  • Dr. Jeff Bowers, Bowers Family Chiropractic PC

Fitness

Winner: Rappahannock Area YMCA

At the Y, fitness is about more than exercise, it's about helping people of all ages and abilities improve their health, build confidence, and connect with others.  Thank you to our members and community for making the YMCA a places where wellness thrives. 

TOP PICKS
  • Burn Boot Camp
  • Orofino Wellness
  • Planet Fitness
  • Dragonfly Yoga FXBG

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