Business Details
Your Trusted Pediatric Partner in Collegeville, PA
At Panda Bear Pediatrics, we prioritize personalized, high-quality healthcare for children from newborn through 21 years old. Our practice was founded on the principle that every family deserves attentive care and direct access to providers. With decades of combined experience, our team of board-certified pediatricians and nurse practitioners delivers comprehensive services, including well-child exams, immunizations, and chronic condition management.We utilize a pediatric-specific Electronic Health Records system to streamline care coordination and maintain extended office hours twice weekly to accommodate busy families. Our commitment to community health is reflected in our patient-centered approach, which emphasizes open communication and evidence-based practices tailored to each child's unique needs.
Services
Newborn Care
Lab Testing
School Physicals
Well-Child Exams
Sick-Child Care
Immunizations
Highlights and features
- We offer extended evening hours twice weekly for working families
- Our team includes board-certified pediatricians and nurse practitioners
- We use pediatric-specific Electronic Health Records for efficient care
- No automated phone systems - direct access to live staff
- Providers maintain active roles in medical education and training
Services
Well-Child Care Exams
Our comprehensive well-child exams monitor growth and development from infancy through adolescence. We provide age-appropriate screenings, developmental assessments, and preventive care guidance. These routine visits help establish health baselines and address parental concerns about nutrition, behavior, and milestones.
Immunizations
We offer complete immunization schedules following CDC guidelines to protect children against preventable diseases. Our team provides vaccine education, tracks required shots for school enrollment, and administers travel-specific immunizations. We maintain detailed records to ensure timely booster doses.
Sick-Child Care Exams
Urgent sick visits address acute illnesses like fevers, infections, and respiratory issues. Our providers diagnose conditions promptly and develop treatment plans. We prioritize same-day appointments for urgent concerns and coordinate follow-up care when needed.
School and Sports Physicals
We conduct required physical exams for school enrollment and athletic participation. These assessments evaluate cardiovascular health, musculoskeletal function, and overall fitness. We provide documentation meeting Pennsylvania state requirements for student athletes.
Newborn Care
Our newborn care includes initial post-discharge check-ups, feeding support, and developmental monitoring. We guide parents through early milestones, sleep patterns, and nutrition. Regular follow-ups track weight gain, jaundice resolution, and overall wellness during the critical first year.
People
Larissa Dominy
Founder & Pediatrician
Dr. Dominy has practiced pediatrics since 1997, serving as Chief Resident at Albert Einstein Medical Center. She teaches at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and holds dual board certifications in pediatrics.
Debra Shollenberger
Pediatrician
Dr. Shollenberger specializes in primary care pediatrics with expertise in food allergies and speech delays. She has practiced since 2003 and maintains board certification through the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Jessica Pajak
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Pajak joined in 2023 with experience in NICU care and adolescent health. She completed her doctorate at University of South Alabama and focuses on depression screening for teenagers.
Gabriella Swoyer
Nurse Practitioner
CRNP Swoyer brings six years of pediatric experience, including home healthcare and acute care settings. She earned her degrees from Chamberlain University and specializes in comprehensive patient assessments.
Taylor Kelly
Family Nurse Practitioner
FNP-C Kelly specializes in complex pediatric care with experience in rehabilitation and long-term care settings. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from DeSales University and focuses on developmental disorder management.
Questions
What ages do you treat?
We care for children from newborn through 21 years old.
Do you accept my insurance?
We accept major insurers including Blue Cross, Aetna, Cigna, and Tricare. Contact us to verify your specific plan.
What are your office hours?
Collegeville: Mon/Tue 9am-8pm, Wed 9am-5pm. Gilbertsville: Wed/Thu 9am-8pm. Both locations have alternating Saturday hours.
What sets you apart from other pediatricians?
We combine board-certified expertise with extended hours, personalized care, and immediate EHR access for better care coordination.
Do you offer same-day sick appointments?
Yes, we prioritize same-day access for urgent illness visits at both locations.
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Reviews (5)
Amber Thomas
Jun 10, 2022
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I cannot say enough good things about this practice. They always get us in ASAP and return calls promptly. Dr. Shollenberger is absolutely wonderful!
Stac A. Stac A.
Dec 30, 2019
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My child has always been seen on the same day as we place our concerned phone call. We are most fond of Alicia, CRNP as she listens earnestly and doesn't wave off concerns. She is pleasant and soft-spoken and my child is quite taken with her demeanor. Thank you for taking the time to listen and actually be present for my child. We are grateful for you!
Megan Smith
Jun 07, 2019
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All the doctors and staff at Panda Bear Pediatrics do a phenomenal job of making both my daughters and myself so welcome and comfortable while we are there. They take the time to talk to us and actually read the charts before asking us questions. They give timely and welcome advice and we never feel judged when we ask questions.
Christine Juck
May 15, 2019
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They are amazing here! My favorite is Alicia the nurse practitioner. All the women up front are awesome too. Everyone is friendly and they all take their time. I switched pediatricians for both of my children when my son was born. I was going to Coventry pediatricians and the best decision I made was switching to Panda Bear Pediatricians. I highly recommend them.
Stephanie Altomare
Mar 20, 2019
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I really hate that it has come to me having to leave a bad review as my daughter has been a patient here for 8-9 years but in that time this place has gone seriously down hill. The front desk women are always so nice as well as the new cnp, Alicia. There have been little issues I have noticed the past two years but the final straw is that out landlord requested for her doctor to fill out paper work so she could have an emotional therapy support pet (she has been diagnosed with anxiety and severe depression).
The doctor refuses to sign it because she "is unwilling to testify in court". First of all, that would never happen. Second, are you that lazy and selfish that the tiniest chance of you having to testify is more important than a patient of yours? Is it that serious that you can't just sign the paper so a depressed child can have some damn hamsters. It's messed up and I hope they get rid of this doctor as she is no longer putting her patients needs first.
The doctor refuses to sign it because she "is unwilling to testify in court". First of all, that would never happen. Second, are you that lazy and selfish that the tiniest chance of you having to testify is more important than a patient of yours? Is it that serious that you can't just sign the paper so a depressed child can have some damn hamsters. It's messed up and I hope they get rid of this doctor as she is no longer putting her patients needs first.