Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pediatricians in Chevy Chase, MD
Capitol Medical Group has been dedicated to providing comprehensive pediatric care in the Washington DC area since 1987. Our team of board-certified pediatricians and medical professionals combines the latest medical knowledge with compassionate care to serve patients from birth to twenty-one years of age. With a focus on preventive care, acute illness management, and specialized services like lactation consulting and developmental screenings, we prioritize the health and well-being of every child.Our practice emphasizes accessibility through early morning sick visits, virtual appointments, and drive-up vaccine clinics, ensuring families receive timely and convenient care. We are committed to fostering long-term relationships with our patients and their families, supported by a staff known for its expertise, professionalism, and dedication to pediatric health.
Services
Pediatric Care
Lactation Services
Vaccinations
Sick Visits
Developmental Screenings
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We have 38+ years of experience serving Washington DC families
- Our team includes 15 board-certified pediatricians and specialists
- We offer on-site lactation consulting services
- Early morning sick visit availability 7-8 AM weekdays
- We provide virtual appointments and drive-up vaccine clinics
What people say
Knowledgeable and friendly doctors
Prompt resolution of concerns
Great weekly Covid newsletter
Same faces since newborn visits
Stress-free sick child care
Services
Pediatric Care
Our comprehensive pediatric care covers routine check-ups, growth monitoring, and chronic condition management for children from newborns to young adults. Our board-certified physicians provide personalized care plans tailored to each child's developmental needs. With same-day sick appointments and extended weekday hours, we ensure timely access to quality medical care for your family.
Lactation Services
Certified lactation consultants offer expert guidance for breastfeeding challenges including latching difficulties, milk supply issues, and returning to work pumping strategies. Services include equipment rentals and prenatal consultations to prepare for successful breastfeeding. All visits are coordinated with your primary care provider for comprehensive maternal-child care.
Vaccinations
We follow CDC and AAP guidelines for childhood immunizations, offering routine vaccines from newborn through adolescence. Services include annual flu shots, catch-up schedules, and documentation for school requirements. Drive-up clinics provide convenient access to seasonal vaccines while maintaining safety protocols for all patients.
Sick Visits
Early morning walk-in hours (7-8 AM) and same-day appointments address urgent pediatric needs like fever, infections, and minor injuries. Our providers differentiate between emergent and non-emergent conditions to prevent unnecessary ER visits while ensuring timely treatment for common childhood illnesses through both in-person and virtual consultations.
Developmental Screenings
Web-based developmental screenings through CHADIS identify potential delays in speech, motor skills, and behavior. Parents complete age-appropriate questionnaires before well visits to facilitate targeted discussions about developmental milestones. This evidence-based system supports early intervention and tracks progress over time for optimal child development outcomes.
People
Dr. Steven Finkelstein
Pediatrician
Board-certified pediatrician with Washingtonian Top Doctor recognition since 2003. Specializes in parent education and preventive care. Chief Resident at Children's Hospital at Montefiore. Practices in Bethesda with expertise in newborn care.
Dr. Ana Markovic
Pediatrician
Board-certified pediatrician and former partner at Milton Pediatrics. Specializes in infant development and bilingual family support. Woodruff Scholar at Emory University. Fluent in Serbian. Practices in Bethesda with focus on early childhood wellness.
Dr. Holly McClain
Lactation Consultant
IBCLC-certified lactation consultant since 1994. Provides evidence-based breastfeeding support for common challenges. Offers equipment rentals and prenatal consultations. Coordinates care with pediatric providers for comprehensive newborn feeding solutions.
Dr. Priya Bhatt
Pediatrician
Board-certified pediatrician with expertise in teen health and nutrition. Former clinical instructor at Georgetown University. Special interests include adolescent mental health. Practices in Bethesda with focus on culturally competent care.
Dr. Rachel Blunschi
Pediatrician
Board-certified pediatrician with NIH research experience. Specializes in child development and mental health. Completed primary care track at Children's National Medical Center. Practices in Washington DC with focus on preventive care.
Questions
What ages do you treat?
We care for patients from birth through 21 years of age.
Do you offer same-day sick appointments?
Yes, with early morning walk-ins 7-8 AM and virtual options available.
Are lactation services included with regular visits?
Lactation appointments are coordinated separately with your physician.
What vaccines are required for school enrollment?
We follow CDC guidelines including MMR, DTaP, Polio, and annual flu shots.
Do you provide developmental screenings?
Yes, through our CHADIS online assessment system before well visits.
Can I choose my child's primary provider?
Yes, most appointments allow selection of your preferred provider.
Reviews (4)
P. I.
Jun 12, 2022
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I adore the doctors here, but we'll be leaving the practice for one simple reason - it's extremely difficult to get through on the phone.
S. Z.
May 19, 2022
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I only have a recommendation for the manager. Please do your business a favour and hold a few etiquette training classes for your staff! In some incidents I noticed that some of the staffs are very unprofessional (not all). They have not been trained how to treat the patients or behave professionally. I have never seen a medical staff slams the door on patients face until I visited Capitol Medical Group!
Jennifer Vega Garcia
Feb 23, 2022
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I'm a first time mom and finding a good pediatric office for my son was so important and I'm glad I chose capital medical group staff is very friendly scheduling is so easy and the doctors are amazing dr. Sandhu was amazing so sad he left but every doctor is great here they really care about their patients multiple calls to see how my son was after surgery. Thank you for what you do
Kyle Torgrimson
Feb 07, 2022
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Our family has been using CMG Pediatrics for about three years. They have good doctors, a patient portal, flexible options like virtual, before school walk-in, drive-through flu shots, and drive-up covid tests. They have a great weekly Covid newsletter too. The front desk has always been polite and professional too. We have been very pleased.
