Dr. Wendy Glaberson MD

Welcome to Miami Pediatrics! We are proud to have Dr. Glaberson, a Healthgrades Honor Roll recipient who's also named to FL Top Docs, as our Medical Director – she has over a decade of experience providing exceptional care and has been at the forefront of pediatric medicine for the entirety of her career.

Dr. Wendy R. Glaberson, MD, is a distinguished, double board-certified physician in Pediatrics and Pediatric Nephrology, offering expert, compassionate care to children throughout South Florida.

Education & Training

Graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine in 2013.
Completed residency in Pediatrics at University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Health System — Holtz Children’s Hospital in 2016.
Completed a fellowship in Pediatric Nephrology at the same institution in 2019.
Board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics in both General Pediatrics and Pediatric Nephrology.

Clinical Roles & Hospital Affiliations

Serves as Voluntary Assistant Professor, Clinical Pediatric Nephrology & Hypertension at UHealth/Jackson Health System.
Practices at Miami Pediatrics (Bay Harbor Islands) and admits at Holtz Children’s Hospital, Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, and Jackson Memorial.

Research & Publications

Co-author on the influential genomics paper “Integrative genomics identifies LMO1 as a neuroblastoma oncogene” published in Nature Genetics.
Active involvement in pediatric kidney disease research—mentored numerous fellows through Jackson’s nephrology program.

Awards & Recognition

Named a Florida Top Doctor 2023 in Pediatrics by patient surveys and statewide nominations.
Honored as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor 2024, selected through a peer-nominated process highlighting clinical excellence, leadership, and empathetic care.
Recognized with over 30 industry awards and honors, including accolades from Jackson Memorial, Nicklaus Children’s, and University of Miami hospitals.

Philosophy & Patient Care

Dr. Glaberson blends her in-depth kidney expertise with a caring pediatrician’s heart. She excels in:

Managing chronic conditions such as hypertension, nephritis, kidney stones, and congenital renal anomalies in children.
Employing an evidence-based, family-centered approach—explaining diagnoses thoroughly and partnering with parents in decision-making.
Leveraging her dual certification to seamlessly coordinate between nephrology and routine pediatric care—ensuring holistic treatment.

Life & Community

A devoted academic and community pediatrician, she:

Guides the next generation of pediatric nephrologists through UHealth/Jackson’s fellowship program.
Participates in local health initiatives and educational programs to promote kidney health awareness in children.

Schedule a Visit with Dr. Glaberson

Dr. Glaberson accepts new patients at Miami Pediatrics, offering both traditional visits and access via Platinum Care Concierge for personalized, comprehensive care.

📞 (305) 868‑5181
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