- Medical Weight LossTosa Pediatrics offers dietetic and nutrition services for children and families. Services include, but are not limited to: food allergies, picky eating, weight management, sports nutrition, diabetes education, and therapeutic diets.
- Nutritional CounselingNutrition services are provided by Jennifer Melcher, MS, RD, CD who strives to improve the health of patients through individualized nutrition care and realistic, family-centered lifestyle changes.
- Pediatric CareAt Tosa Pediatrics, we believe that parents have a choice in selecting a pediatrician who is the best for their family. Meet our providers below.
- Primary CareI was raised in Horicon, WI, the oldest child of five children born to two teachers. It was during my college years working as a certified nursing assistant at a pediatric clinic that I knew I wanted to be a primary care pediatrician. I see it as a privilege and honor to join families on their child's health journey. I enjoy the sharing of information, brainstorming together, and making evidence-based recommendations to promote happy, healthy lives for all children.
- Ear InfectionsWe offer Telehealth appointments with a provider. Advice and care are offered to current Tosa Peds patients for minor concerns including pink eye, rashes, nausea, croup, fever, sinus infections, certain mental health issues, and more. Please note, we are unable to treat ear infections, strep throat, breathing concerns, urinary tract infections and influenza in video visits.
- Family PracticeAmerican Academy of Pediatrics recommendations suggest transitioning 18-year-old patients to adult physicians (internal medicine or family practice) in order to provide more comprehensive and accurate care. We are happy to provide you with the names of trusted internal medicine and family practice physicians in the area.
- Emergency CareWe feel very strongly about speaking with you if your child has an issue that cannot wait until regular clinic hours. Please call, especially if you are contemplating a trip to an emergency room or urgent care facility.
- ImmunizationsTo view the immunization schedule for children from birth - 18 years, visit the CDC website or view the chart below.
- Internal MedicineDr. Ann Liebeskind is an expert in lipidology, the study of cholesterol. She is board certified in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine and is a Diplomate of Lipidology. She is also a "COACH," a designated regional expert in obesity, for the American Academy of Pediatrics. She enjoys teaching other healthcare providers across the country about lipids as part of the Faculty of the National Lipid Association. She is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Pediatrics for the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.
- AutismCaroline Burnett, MS LMFT, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who completed her undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of St. Thomas and her Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Edgewood College. Caroline practices from a systemic approach which calls for high levels of involvement from parents, caregivers, and siblings within the therapy space. Allowing the system to engage in therapy will create an environment of healing for the whole family, enhance relationships, and allow for longer-term maintenance of gains made through therapeutic work. Caroline has a passion for working with young children 0-10, those diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum, with ADHD, and Separation Anxiety.
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Mental HealthMaggie Eckert, MS LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor who completed her undergraduate degree in Psychology and Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Wisconsin, Whitewater. Maggie is also in the process of becoming a Registered Play Therapist. Maggie specializes in play therapy interventions to encourage children to express big emotions, manage anxiety, persist through challenges, build confidence, and practice new ways of interacting with others.
- Anxiety
- Diabetes Care
- Orthopedic SurgeryDuring my student rotation at Tosa Pediatrics I discovered a love for pediatric medicine while studying under Dr. Richer and Dr. Stabelfeldt. After two years of working in orthopedic surgery in Massachusetts, I was fortunate to be offered a position as the first physician assistant at Tosa Pediatrics.
- Rashes
- Sports MedicineI look forward to meeting new families and working as a team to help your children stay happy and healthy. Kids are goofy and fun, and not a day goes by without me laughing or smiling. When children get sick, it can be incredibly difficult to deal with, but it never ceases to amaze me how resilient and positive both children and parents are during tough times. I enjoy all areas of pediatrics, including newborn care, child development, health maintenance, injury prevention, sports medicine, and asthma management. I await the challenges I face every day as a pediatrician, and I cannot imagine myself doing anything else.
- Occupational TherapyOccupational therapy practitioners work with children and their families to promote active participation in activities or occupations that are meaningful to them. The primary occupation of infants, toddlers and young children is playing, learning and interacting with caregivers. OT inventions address developmental milestones such as, but not limited to, facilitating movement to sit, crawl or walk independently. It can also help kids in a variety of areas from torticollis, fine motor skills, visual perceptual skills cognitive skills and sensory processing skills.
- Allergies