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Dr. Gvozden

Dr. Gvozden is a board certified pediatrician and fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.  He has been in practice for over 20 years.  He moved from Brazil in 1978.  His training was at the Children's Hospital National Medical Center, Johns Hopkins Hospital and Sinai Hospital.  He has additional expertise in dermatology and attention disorders.  He is currently on staff at Anne Arundel Medical Center and Johns Hopkins Hospital.  He is an associate professor of pediatrics at the University of Maryland.

 

Cathy Gvozden

Cathy has been practicing as a pediatric nurse practitioner for 15 years.  She earned a bachelor of science degree in nursing and masters pediatric primary care from the University of Maryland.  Her training was at Johns Hopkins Hospital.  She has extensive experience in pediatric intensive care.  She and Dr. Gvozden reside in Millersville with their 4 children.

 

Monica Hughes

Monica joined Gvozden Pediatrics in January 2001.  She has been a pediatric nurse practitioner in Annapolis for 15 years.  She has a bachelor of science degree in nursing and a masters in pediatric primary care both from Boston University.  Her training was at the Children's Hospital in Boston.  She has many years in pediatric neurology and adolescent care.  She lives in Severna Park with her husband and 2 children.

 

What is a Nurse Practitioner?

A pediatric nurse practitioner is a registered nurse with a bachelor of science degree, extensive acute care experience and a master's degree in nursing.  It is a position that is licensed and registered by the state in order to provide independent care to sick and well children.  Although under a physician's supervision, nurse practitioners are capable and expected to deliver the same quality care as a pediatrician.

The Nurses

  • Catherine Snead, RN

  • Kara Pittinger, RN

There is a pediatric registered nurse available each day for phone triage or advice.  Each of our nurses has a minimum of 6 years professional experience as well as personal experience raising their children.  Each nurse is capable of providing advice on illness and treatment, emergencies and behavior.  They work closely with the providers throughout the day and often seek consultation with a provider in order to provide expert care.

The Health Assistants

  • Sheri Wheat

  • Angie Delozier

  • Anna Platt

    Office Manager

     

  • Susan Mcguire