Bruckner Krasnoff Lederer Marshall Sevran Chan Mekel
About Us
Looking for a trusted pediatrician in Encino, CA? At Balboa Pediatrics, our dedicated team—Drs. Bruckner, Krasnoff, Lederer, Marshall, Sevran, Chan, and Mekel—provides compassionate, comprehensive care for children from birth through young adulthood. We also support new mothers through personalized lactation consultations. Our approach emphasizes preventive care and overall well-being, recognizing that a child’s healthy development is influenced by family life, nutrition, education, activities, discipline, and social connections. If it matters to your child, it matters to us.
To ensure truly personalized care, each family chooses one pediatrician as their primary doctor, fostering a trusted, long-term relationship. Most visits and phone calls are handled directly by your child’s pediatrician, with support from our experienced team when needed. Many of our staff members have been with us for more than a decade—a testament to our commitment to continuity, professionalism, and family-centered care in a warm, welcoming environment.
We are proud to serve families in Encino, CA, and surrounding communities, providing the guidance, support, and foundation children need to grow up healthy, confident, and happy.
Location
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Services
Are We A Good Fit?
Choosing the right pediatrician means finding a practice whose philosophy reflects your family’s values. The best care happens when physicians and staff partner with you, respecting your priorities and supporting shared decision-making built on trust. Learn more about the
care philosophy at Balboa Pediatrics and see if our practice is the right medical home for your child.
Other Services
Our goal is to provide the best medical care for your child. From newborn to adolescence, we are here to support your child’s growth and developmental milestones. In addition to well child visits and sick child visits, we offer
additional pediatric services your child may need to be seen for including asthma care, behavioral health, chronic care management, child ear piercing, sports physicals, and more.
Medicine Dosages
Our “Medicine Dosages” page serves as a comprehensive pediatric medication resource hub, providing detailed, trustworthy guidance on safe and effective dosing for children. It includes dosage charts and recommendations for common medications like acetaminophen, ibuprofen, cough and cold remedies, and antihistamines, as well as age-appropriate instructions for administering eye drops, liquid medicines, and prescriptions.
Our Pediatricians
At our practice, your child’s health and well-being are always our highest priority. Our experienced pediatricians and compassionate team provide personalized care designed to meet each child’s unique needs. From routine wellness visits to specialized services, we’re here to support your family through every stage of growth.
Get to know our providers, explore their expertise, and schedule an appointment today—because every child deserves exceptional care at every step of their journey.
