Dr. Colleen M. Wallace, MD, FAAP
Pediatrician | Obesity Medicine
14113 Baltimore Ave Ste B Laurel MD, 20707About
With over 13 years of diverse pediatric experience, Dr. Wallace is a board-certified pediatrician committed to providing exceptional, personalized care to children and their families. Early in her career, she gained valuable inpatient experience as a pediatric hospitalist at the University of Maryland BWMC, caring for newborns in the Level II nursery, attending deliveries, and covering the pediatric emergency room. Following her hospital work, Dr. Wallace joined the team at one of the largest federally qualified health centers in Baltimore, MD, where she provided comprehensive primary care in a private practice setting. She also gained extensive urgent care experience at one of the country's largest pediatric urgent care centers, further honing her ability to diagnose and treat acute illnesses and injuries. In addition to this broad clinical background, Dr. Wallace has acquired specialized training in obesity medicine, evidence-based autism evaluations, and pediatric mental health, collaborating with the Maryland Behavioral Health Integration in Primary care program. She also completed in-depth training on Collaborative Problem Solving techniques used to effectively address challenging behaviors. With this depth of experience and specialized expertise, she is uniquely equipped to provide exceptional, personalized care to patients of all ages and backgrounds. When I'm not in the office, you can find me spending quality time with my husband and four kids, exploring the great outdoors, indulging in my passion for settling down in a comfy chair with a good book or traveling with extended family. I firmly believe that a holistic, family-centered approach is essential for supporting the overall well-being of my patients.
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