Dr. Alison Levine
Adolescent Specialist | Adolescent Medicine
950 Laramie Blvd Unit D Boulder CO, 80304About
Dr. Alison Levine is a board-certified pediatrician and holistic practitioner dedicated to fostering health and wellness for children and families in Boulder, Colorado. At Fig Tree Pediatrics, her direct primary care practice, Dr. Levine combines evidence-based medicine with a holistic approach, providing personalized care that nurtures both physical and emotional well-being. She offers a comprehensive range of pediatric services, from newborn care to wellness exams, mental health support, and management of illnesses and injuries. With an emphasis on connection and compassion, Dr. Levine ensures families feel empowered and supported at every stage of their child’s journey. A devoted mother of three, Dr. Levine enjoys outdoor adventures, cooking, and creative projects in her free time. Her philosophy at Fig Tree Pediatrics is simple: every child deserves to thrive. By partnering with families, she creates a welcoming space where children are treated like family, building a foundation for lifelong health and happiness.
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Education and Training
University of Pittsburgh SOM MD 2013
Columbia University BA 2007
UPMC Graduate Medical Educatio Pediatrics Residency 2017
Board Certification
American Board of Pediatrics
DEA License
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; MD License
State of Colorado; MD License
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Understanding Norovirus: What Families Need to Know
Understanding Norovirus: What Families Need to KnowOne of the frequent visitors to my practice during the colder months is the dreaded norovirus. It’s a resilient virus that spreads easily and can leave your whole family feeling miserable. Let’s break down what you need to know and how to best...
Winter Safety Tips for Kids: Staying Safe While Enjoying the Season
Winter Safety Tips for Kids: Staying Safe While Enjoying the SeasonWinter brings snow, ice, and endless opportunities for family fun, from skiing and skating to sledding and snowball fights. As a holistic pediatrician, I’m here to share essential safety tips to keep your children safe and healthy...
Understanding Cough in Kids: Home Remedies, Red Flags, and When to Seek Care
Understanding Cough in Kids: Home Remedies, Red Flags, and When to Seek CareCoughs are a normal part of childhood and often come with colds, flu, or other illnesses. While they’re usually harmless, they can be uncomfortable and worrisome for both kids and parents. Knowing how to handle a cough at...
Fever: Friend of Foe?
Fever: Friend or Foe? A Parent’s GuideAs a parent, dealing with a fever can be nerve-wracking. Is it dangerous? Should you rush to the doctor? Maybe even the emergency department? Let’s break it down so you can feel more confident the next time your child feels warm.First, take a deep breath....
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- In utero exposure to maternal diets containing soy protein isolate, but not genistein alone, protects young adult rat offspring from NMU-induced mammary tumorigenesis.
- In utero and lactational exposure to blueberry via maternal diet promotes mammary epithelial differentiation in prepubescent female rats.
- Management considerations for patients with uterine fibroids and concurrent venous thromboembolism.
- Pharmacological Management of Chronic Pelvic Pain in Women.
- Patients' Knowledge and Perceptions of Morcellation.
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Instructor of Pediatrics University of Colorado 2018 - 2020
- Pediatrician Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh/UPMC 2017 - 2018
- Pediatrician, Section of Emergency Medicine Children’s Hospital Colorado/University of Colorado 2018 - 2020
- Pediatrician, Outpatient Primary Care The Pediatric Center 2020 - 2024
- Pediatrician, Newborn and Level II NICU Management Boulder Community Hospital 2020 - 2024
- Founder Fig Tree Pediatrics 2024 -
- Medical Director Camp Ramah in the Rockies 2016 - Present
- Coordinator, Pediatric Clinic Women’s Center and Shelter of Pittsburgh 2015 - 2017
- Project Mentor/Leadership Council Pittsburgh Schweitzer Fellowship 2012 - 2017
- HIV Testing Coordinator and Counselor Women’s Center of Pgh 2009 - 2012
- Coordinator Integrative Medicine Area of Concentration, UPSOM 2010 - 2011
- Clinical Volunteer Birmingham Free Clinic 2009 - 2011
Awards
- Pre-Doctoral Fellow NIH T32 Grant 2010 University of Pittsburgh Dept. of Psychiatry
- Comensky Memorial Scholarship Year 2010, 2011
- Excellence in Collaborative Learning Award 2011 University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
- Albert Schweitzer Fellowship 2011
- Dr. Bernard and Pauline Michaels Scholarship 2012
- National Council of Jewish Women Post Secondary Scholarship 2012
- Gold Humanism Honor Society 2013
- Award for Excellence in Pediatrics 2014 University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
- Provider of the Month, Children’s Hospital Colorado 2018
- Jonas Salk Medical Ethics Fellowship 2010 Jewish Healthcare Foundation
Professional Society Memberships
- Scholar of APIM
Articles and Publications
- Pilot study of yoga for breast cancer survivors with poor quality of life Alison Spatz Levine, Judith L. Balk
- Yoga and Quality-of-Life Improvement in Patients with Breast Cancer:A Literature Review Alison Spatz Levine, Judith L. Balk
What do you attribute your success to?
- Being on the same team with patients family. Always keeping the focus on the child and the child's needs.
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Empowering Families and Nurturing Health Through Connection and Compassion
Alison Levine, MD, a board-certified pediatrician and integrative practitioner, proudly announces the opening of Fig Tree Pediatrics, a pediatric direct primary care practice dedicated to fostering healthy lives for children and their families in Boulder, Colorado. With a focus on evidence-based, patient-centered, wellness-oriented care, Dr. Levine combines her extensive medical expertise with a holistic approach to ensure that her patients receive personalized and comprehensive support throughout childhood and adolescence.
At Fig Tree Pediatrics, Dr. Levine is committed to creating a nurturing environment where children and their families feel heard, respected, and empowered. “Just like a fig tree provides shelter and nourishment, we strive to create safe and caring relationships with families,” she explains. “The fig tree’s deep roots and long life represent our commitment to providing steadfast and reliable care throughout childhood and adolescence, laying the foundations for a healthy future.”
Dr. Levine’s integrative philosophy encompasses a wide range of services, from newborn care to wellness physicals, from managing routine illness and injury to overseeing mental health. At Fig Tree Pediatrics, you’ll find everything that you expect in a typical pediatric practice, without the typical barriers to care and connection. Fig Tree Pediatrics is designed to grow alongside children, providing tailored support that meets their unique needs from birth through adolescence. By utilizing a direct primary care model, Dr. Levine aims to empower families with the tools and resources necessary to make informed health decisions.
Dr. Levine’s educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Human Rights and Biology from Columbia University (2007) and a Medical Degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (2013). After completing her residency at the Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, UPMC (2017), she served as a pediatrician in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Children’s Hospital Colorado where she held the role of Resident Education Coordinator. Later, she returned to primary care as a partner at the Pediatric Center in Boulder.
Now, in her private practice, Fig Tree Pediatrics embodies Dr. Levine’s core values of evidence based, compassionate, reliable, holistic care. “Every child deserves to thrive,” she asserts. “At Fig Tree Pediatrics, every child is treated like family. I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment where parents and children feel heard, respected, and empowered. Let’s nurture the health, happiness, and wholeness of our young people together, guiding them to thrive in every aspect of their lives.”
In addition to her professional commitments, Dr. Levine is a proud mother of three, and in her personal time, she enjoys exploring the great outdoors with her family, running, biking, skiing, reading, cooking, and participating in community projects. Dr. Levine is also an artist at heart, finding joy and balance through creative expression.
Fig Tree Pediatrics is accepting new patients and is ready to partner with families in Boulder to support their children’s health journeys. For more information about services offered or to schedule an appointment, visit https://www.figtreepediatrics.com/
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