Samantha Pravder, DO
Biography:
Dr. Samantha H. Pravder is a board‑certified pediatric gastroenterologist at KIDZ Medical Services. She provides comprehensive care for children with a wide range of gastrointestinal, hepatic, and nutritional conditions, and she is known for her warm, thoughtful communication style and her commitment to supporting families through diagnosis and treatment.
Dr. Pravder earned her medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. She completed her pediatric residency at the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore, followed by fellowship training in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology, and nutrition at Northwell Health / Cohen Children’s Medical Center. During her training, she conducted research, presented at national conferences including the NASPGHAN Annual Meeting, and published in peer‑reviewed journals such as JPGN Reports.
She is board‑certified in both general pediatrics and pediatric gastroenterology by the American Board of Pediatrics. Her clinical interests include inflammatory bowel disease, celiac disease, eosinophilic gastrointestinal disorders, functional abdominal pain, and disorders of gut–brain interaction.
Dr. Pravder is dedicated to providing evidence‑based, family‑centered care and to helping children and their families navigate complex gastrointestinal conditions with clarity and confidence.
