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Preferred Pediatrics is joining Mary Washington Medical Group!!
To all of our Valued Patients,
It is with great excitement that we announce that Preferred Pediatrics will join Mary Washington Medical Group on August 30, 2025. The providers from Preferred Pediatrics will continue to serve your medical needs as part of Mary Washington Pediatrics, with locations in Spotsylvania, Fredericksburg, and Ruther Glen, VA. This new practice will remain in their existing office locations at 10600 Spotsylvania Avenue, 331 Park Hill Drive, and 9755 Courthouse Road, Suite 101 in the greater Fredericksburg region.
Mary Washington Medical Group, which is an affiliate of Mary Washington Healthcare, brings together patient-focused services that work with you to develop a plan of care to keep your children at their best and meet their health goals. We understand how personal your children’s health is and managing their healthcare according to your family’s lifestyle and needs. Mary Washington Medical Group also offers specialties including Endocrinology, Dermatology, Neurosurgery, Gastroenterology, Orthopedics, and more. For more information, go to practices.mwhc.com.
At this time, you do not need to take any action regarding your medical records. This transition will be seamless, providing you and your family with the same great care you know and trust. However, if you wish to receive copies of your medical records or need to have copies of your records sent to another health care provider, you or an authorized representative may contact the practice for assistance at 540.604.9500. Standard copying and delivery fees will apply.
Sincerely,
The providers of Preferred Pediatrics:
• Linda Purcell, DO
• Jiyeon Becker, MD
• Jennifer Kost-Phillips, DO
• Julie O’Brien, MD
• Sharon Shaw, MD
• Jennifer Bodin, CFNP
• Monica Bowler, PA-C
• Melissa Lanman, CPNP
Welcome to Preferred Pediatrics!
We offer three convenient pediatric locations, one in Fredericksburg, one in Lees Hill and one in Spotsylvania to serve your family. Our physicians provide General Pediatric care for newborns to adolescents. Our goal is to work as a team with the families of our patients to deliver the best possible health care to each individual. Most of our providers are parents and they understand the needs of today's families.
The providers of Preferred Pediatrics can guide you through the intricacies of raising healthy children and provide recommendations and treatment when your child is ill. Our wellness exams begin after your child’s birth and continue through early childhood and adolescence.
Our practice offers comprehensive care from infancy to young adulthood. Our services are designed to ensure the healthy development of each child and include but are not limited to the following:
- Abdominal Pain, Vomiting, Bowel Changes, Constipation, and Reflux
- Long Appointments to Discuss In-Depth Problems or Concerns
- Asthma - Assessment, Monitoring, & Education
Behavioral Concerns - Developmental Screening for delays and missed milestones
- In-House Laboratory Testing (Urine, Strep, Flu, COVID)
- Musculoskeletal Issues - Back, Limb, or Joint Pain
- Neurological Concerns - Chronic Headaches
- Dizziness and Fatigue
- Nurse Appointments (Flu Vaccines, Delayed Immunizations)
- Nutritional Counseling; Weight Concerns
- Removal of Skin Staples or Sutures
- Routine Wellness Exams from Birth through Age 17
- Same-Day Sick Appointments for Runny Nose, Fever
- Vomiting, Sore Throat, and Diarrhea
- School, Camp, & Sports Physicals
- Skin Issues - Acne, Eczema, Rashes
- Treatment of ADHD
- Vision and Hearing Screenings
We are open Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, except for major holidays. We offer extended clinic hours for established patients on Monday & Tuesday evenings until 6:30 pm, and Saturday mornings from 8:30a -12:30p at one of our Preferred Pediatrics locations.

Our Cell Phone Policy
Attention all patients and parents: In order to protect the privacy of our patients, cell phone use is prohibited in our offices.
If you should need to take a call, please step outside.
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Do you need your Annual Wellness Exam or Sports Physical? We have appointment openings through August 2025!
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