We are a team of enthusiastic pediatric clinicians with a wide range of skills and experience. We love what we do and we do it with passion. We look forward to caring for your child and for your family.
Laurie Zisblatt, MD, FAAP
Dr. Laurie Zisblatt obtained her BA in Biology from Barnard College and her medical degree from New York University School of Medicine. She completed her pediatric residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Zisblatt is a board certified Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and adjunct staff at Boston Children’s Hospital. She resides in Sharon with her husband. Dr. Zisblatt has a special interest in General Pediatrics and Attention Deficit Disorder. When she is not at work, Dr. Zisblatt enjoys sailing, reading, exercising and family vacations. Dr. Zisblatt sees patients at the Holliston office on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays.
Debra Ann Gfeller, MD, FAAP
Dr. Gfeller loves kids of all ages! She knew that she wanted to be a pediatrician from the age of five, and she sprinkled her education with lots of child-focused adventures: summer camp counselor, catechism teacher, and lots and lots of babysitting. She attended Amherst College as a pre-med student, then the University of Connecticut School of Medicine (where she was handed her diploma by her obstetrician faculty member father), and then she completed her pediatric residency at the Massachusetts General Hospital in 1989. Dr. Gfeller is a board certified Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and adjunct staff at Boston Children’s Hospital. She loves her husband (who is her college sweetheart), her three wonderful daughters, their partners, her adorable grandson, and her puppy (and, of course, ice cream)! Dr. Gfeller sees patients in the Holliston office on Monday, Wednesday and Thursdays.
Rachel Vespole, MD, FAAP
Dr. Rachel Vespole obtained her BA in Biology from Boston University and her medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine. She did her pediatric residency at the Boston Combined Residency Program (Boston Children’s Hospital/Boston Medical Center). Dr. Vespole is a board certified Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and adjunct staff at Boston Children’s Hospital. Dr. Vespole has special interests in developmental pediatrics, newborn medicine, ADHD and mental health issues. When she is not at work, Dr. Vespole enjoys spending quality time with her husband and five children, running, hiking, and biking. Dr. Vespole sees patients at the Holliston office on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays.
Andrea Urban, MD, FAAP
Dr. Andrea Urban is a native New Englander who obtained her BA in Public Policy and Women’s Health from Brown University. She received her medical degree from the University of Massachusetts and completed her pediatric residency there as well. Dr. Urban is a board certified Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and adjunct staff at Boston Children’s Hospital. She resides in Grafton with her husband and two children. Dr. Urban is a general pediatrician who loves working with children of all ages as well as their families. She has a particular clinical interest in newborn care and adolescent health. When she is not at work, Dr. Urban enjoys hiking local trails with friends and family, traveling, finding treasures at Little Free Libraries, listening to podcasts and dancing in the kitchen with her kids. Dr. Urban sees patients at the Holliston office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
Cathie Kumar, MD, FAAP
Dr. Cathie Kumar is a native New Yorker who obtained her BA in Biology from Columbia University. She received her medical degree from State University of New York, Stony Brook School of Medicine. This was followed by pediatric training at Schneider Children’s Hospital in New Hyde Park, NY. Dr. Kumar is a board certified Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and adjunct staff at Boston Children’s Hospital. She resides in Medfield with her husband and three boys. Dr. Kumar is a general pediatrician with clinical interests in the care and development of the newborn and school age child. She enjoys spending time with her boys and vacationing with her family. Dr. Kumar is a native Spanish speaker and sees patients at the Milford office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
Jennifer Bram, MD
Dr. Bram was born in the Boston area, and then attended the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, VA to earn her B.A. in Biology. After returning to MA she attended medical school at the University of Massachusetts in Worcester and fell in love with central Massachusetts. After completing her Residency and Chief Residency in Pediatrics at UMass, she joined the faculty. For over a decade she was involved in clinical care and leadership, but also in teaching medical students and residents, and in conducting clinical research. All of these different endeavors ultimately led her back once again to focusing on her passion for primary care and developing longstanding relationships with children and families. Dr. Bram is married and the mother of two daughters. She enjoys knitting, yoga, running, and learning more about the benefits of practicing mindfulness. When her family is together, they love to bike, kayak, and spend time outside! Dr. Bram sees patients at the Milford office on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Tara Richardson, MD, FAAP
Dr. Richardson was born and raised in Worcester, MA. She has desired to be a pediatrician since Kindergarten. She attended College of the Holy Cross where she double majored in Psychology and a self-designed major: Children, Medicine and Society. She did postbaccalaureate program at Bryn Mawr College prior to starting at UMass Medical School. She completed her residency at the University of Massachusetts and stayed on at a UMass affiliated practice as a board-certified Pediatrician. She enjoys taking care of all age groups including sick and well infants, children, and adolescents. She is married and raising 4 children in Grafton. She stays busy watching her children play sports, jogging, relaxing on the beach, and spending time with friends and family. She sees patients at the Milford office on Mondays, Wednesday, and Thursdays.
Jill Pandiscio, MD, FAAP, CLC
Dr. Jill Pandiscio grew up in Wayland, MA before attending Brown University where she received her undergraduate degree in neuroscience. As a college student, she became interested in education public policy and worked alongside the Annenberg Institute for School Reform in local Rhode Island public schools. After graduation, she worked in patient advocacy in the Developmental Medicine Center at Boston Children’s Hospital where she first fostered her love of caring for children with developmental disabilities and pediatric mental health. After several years at Boston Children’s Hospital, Jill moved across the city to Boston Medical Center where she received her medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine. Jill completed her pediatric residency at Massachusetts General Hospital for Children. Jill is also a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC). Her special interests include medical education, patient advocacy, and LGBTQ+ health. In her free time, Jill enjoys going on walks with her Bernese Mountain Dog, Bear, and sharing new baking experiments with family and friends! Dr. Pandiscio sees patients at the Milford office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Anne Reilly, PNP-BC
Anne Reilly CPNP obtained her BSN in Nursing from Boston State College. She began her pediatric nursing career at Boston City Hospital on the Pediatric floor. She remained at Boston City in Pediatrics for fourteen years as both staff and head nurse and obtained her Masters in Nursing from Boston University. She was awarded a Certificate in Advanced Practice Primary Care from Northeastern University and is an ANCC Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. Anne has participated in several Medical Missions and has served in Haiti, Dominican Republic, Romania, Mexico and with the Red Cross for Hurricane Katrina. She is an Nurse Practitioner Preceptor for Northeastern University and has served on their Preceptor Board. Anne’s clinical interests are urgent care and preventative medicine. She enjoys hiking with her husband, family time, basketball, running and being outdoors. Anne sees patients in the Holliston office on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Michelle Bleck, FNP-BC
Michelle Bleck, NP obtained her BS in Biology from Boston College and Family Nurse Practitioner degree from Vanderbilt College, Tennessee. She is an ANCC Certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Her clinical interests include Adolescent Medicine and Asthma. Michelle is a Nurse Practitioner Preceptor for Regis and Simmons Colleges. Her personal interests include spending time with her family and dogs, yoga and being outdoors. Michelle sees patients in the Holliston office on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Rebecca McDonald, CPNP-PC
Rebecca McDonald, CPNP obtained a Bachelor’s in psychology from UMass Amherst and later received a BSN and Master’s degree in Nursing from Regis College. She is a PNCB Certified Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner. She grew up locally in Ashland where she now lives with her husband, son and daughter. Her special interests in pediatrics are developmental medicine and newborns. She enjoys being able to foster relationships with the families that are seen in primary care. In her free time, she enjoys being outside with her family, seeing friends and running. Rebecca sees patients Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays primarily in the Milford office.
Emily Collier, CPNP-PC
Emily is a PNCB certified primary care pediatric nurse practitioner. She attended Assumption College as an undergrad where she obtained a Bachelor’s degree in sociology, and went on to receive a BSN and MSN at Regis College in Weston, MA. Her passion for pediatrics began when she worked as a camp nurse at Dream Day on Cape Cod, a camp for chronically ill children. She is committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate care and has a clinical interest in adolescent medicine and caring for children with special needs. Emily lives in Medway with her husband and two children and enjoys reading, practicing yoga, camping, and visiting the Cape. Emily sees patients Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays primarily in the Milford office.
Donna Jansky, LICSW
Donna Jansky, LICSW received her BA in Psychology from Stonehill College and her Master of Social Work from Boston College. Donna is board certified by the Massachusetts Board of Social Workers and is a member of the National Association of Social Workers. Donna has a special interest in adolescent mental health, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and substance abuse. When Donna is not at work, she enjoys walking, hiking, reading, going to the beach, and spending time with family.
Lindsey Forman, LICSW
Lindsey Forman, LICSW received her BA in Psychology from Moravian College and her Master of Social Work from the University of Connecticut. Lindsay is board certified by the Massachusetts Board of Social Workers and is a member of the National Association of Social Workers. Lindsey has worked with individuals across the lifespan with a special interest in trauma and depression. Lindsey enjoys spending time with family, reading, outdoor activities, and traveling.