Pediatrics in Kendall

Dr. Adriana Castro is board certified in pediatrics with expertise in obesity and prematurity. She is an active member of several committees at both South Miami Hospital and Baptist Hospital, with the goal of always improving patient care.

Born and raised in Miami, Florida, Dr. Hernandez-Puga is glad to be working in her own community. She attended Immaculata-LaSalle High School in Coconut Grove, graduating at the top of her class.

Dr. Esther Marin-Casariego was born in Havana, Cuba and has been living in South Florida for over 30 years. She is board certified in pediatrics and has been working as a pediatrician in this community since 1994. Dr. Marin-Casariego and her staff are committed to serving the needs of families and children, with an emphasis on quality care.

A native Miamian, Dr. Alina Siblesz-Ruiz has been a pediatrician since 2003. She earned both her undergraduate and medical degree at the University of Miami (UM) and completed her residency in pediatrics at UM's Jackson Memorial Hospital. Board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, Dr. Siblesz-Ruiz has been in practice with Dr. Guillermo Llosa since 2006. Her areas of interest include food allergies, gastroesophageal reflux (GERD), and asthma.

Dr. Raquel Olavarrieta was born and raised in Venezuela. She completed her Master’s Degree in Biomedical Science at Florida Atlantic University. She then pursued her MD degree at Florida State College of Medicine in Tallahassee. She is a graduate from Miami Children’s Hospital Pediatric Residency. She is a board-certified pediatrician and a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAP). She joined Kendall Pediatric Partners in September of 2016. Her areas of interest include nutrition, childhood obesity, and adolescent medicine.

Dr. Maria del Carmen Gutierrez was born in Cuba where she studied medicine and received her medical degree. She revalidated her Medical Diploma in the United States while living in Kentucky and then went to Puerto Rico where she completed her Pediatric Residency at San Juan City Hospital. She graduated in June 2002 with honors and as the most outstanding Resident for Excellent Skills in Communication, Interpersonal Relations, Clinical Judgment, Teaching, Medical Knowledge and Professionalism.

Dr. Mark Ginsburg grew up on Long Island and graduated from Hofstra University New College. He attended Medical College of Ohio at Toledo and went on to complete his Pediatric Internship and Residency at Long Island Jewish Hillside Medical Center. Following residency, Dr. Ginsburg joined Pediatric Professional Associates and has practiced at this location ever since. Dr. Ginsburg is Board Certified and a Fellow in the American Academy of Pediatrics. In the past, he has served as President of the Greater Miami Pediatric Society and as President of the Medical Staff of Nicklaus Children’s Hospital. For more than a decade, he has participated in the teaching of Pediatric Residents from Nicklaus Children’s Hospital. He presently serves as Chairman of the Mother-Baby Collaborative Team of Baptist Children’s Hospital. Dr. Ginsburg is married and has three children and many grandchildren. He enjoys tennis and may, some day, take up golf.

Dr. Lisa Miller is a native of the Midwest. She grew up in the rural farmlands of Northwest Ohio. She graduated with a degree in Biology from the University of Toledo and then went on to earn her medical degree from the University of Cincinnati. She completed her Pediatric Internship and Residency at the top ranked Cincinnati Children’s Medical Center. Following residency, Dr. Miller practiced general pediatrics in St. Petersburg, Fl for 2 years before coming to Pediatric Professional Associates. She is Board Certified and a Fellow in the American Academy of Pediatrics. Outside the office, her two sons keep Dr. Miller very busy. She is involved in school and community service. She enjoys music, cooking, travel and puzzles.

Dr. Karen Lee (Kaylee) Kuhn was raised in South Florida. Her childhood was enriched by much time spent in Jamaica, her mother’s birth place. She graduated from Emory University with a B.S. After obtaining her degree she volunteered in South India for four months during which time she decided upon a career in medicine. She returned to South Florida to live near her family and attended the University of Miami School of Medicine. After finishing Medical School she completed her Pediatric Internship and Residency training at Jackson Memorial Hospital. Dr. Kuhn is Board Certified and a Fellow in the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Kuhn was married and blessed with two children during medical school and residency. After completing her residency, she joined Pediatric Professional Associates where she has worked ever since. She was gifted with her third child shortly after beginning her career at PPA. When not working, Dr. Kuhn enjoys spending time with her husband and children, attending church, exercising, playing the piano, gardening, and enjoying nature.

Dr. Jana Myers is a Miami native, born and raised. She obtained her undergraduate degree from The University of Florida, where she majored in nutritional sciences. She remained in Gainesville to obtain her medical degree from the University of Florida Medical School. Dr. Myers did her Pediatric Internship and Residency at The University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital. She was selected to serve as Chief Resident for one additional year. Since 2002, Dr. Myers has worked at Pediatric Professional Associates. She is Board Certified and a Fellow in the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Myers is married and has 2 children. She enjoys Peloton, Barre class and is a huge Florida Gator, Miami Dolphin, and Miami Heat fan!

Maricarmen Dionisio Santos was born and raised in Puerto Rico by Dominican parents. She knew she wanted to become a pediatrician since third-grade Career Day.

Dr. Macie Wilkins Hurtado was raised in Tallahassee, FL. She was an avid tennis player and eventually went to play on the team at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD, where she majored in Biology and Spanish.

Dr. Jacqueline Valdes is a board-certified pediatrician born and raised in Miami. She has a wide range of interests and expertise including childhood immunizations and preventive care, adolescents, international medicine, international adoptions, premature infants, and obesity. Dr. Valdes is a preceptor for residents-in-training at Miami Children's Hospital. She also participates in the annual Breast Cancer Race for the Cure.