Welcome To Our Practice

At North Arlington Pediatrics, our skilled team of Arlington Heights pediatricians offers comprehensive medical care for infants, children and adolescents. Conveniently located in the heart of Arlington Heights, our courteous and knowledgeable staff works hard from first contact to make every visit to our office positive.

Whether it's your child's first visit to our Arlington Heights office, or just a routine well–child checkup, we strive to make sure you and your child are always comfortable and informed. We take the time to talk with parents to help you understand your child's needs, and we equip you with the knowledge necessary for promoting a lifetime of optimal health and wellness.

To help you get acquainted with our practice, we have provided the important information you need on our website. Please browse these pages to learn more about our skilled doctors, services, office details, commonly asked questions, new patient forms and even to request an appointment .

Our pediatricians in Arlington Heights believe exceptional care is obtained when there is an on–going relationship between the doctor and patient. We want to be lifelong partners in your child's health. We achieve this goal by listening to your questions and concerns, and educating you on how to promote a healthy lifestyle for the entire family.

When you choose North Arlington Pediatrics, you can feel confident that you are teaming with knowledgeable, compassionate doctors who have dedicated their careers to child–focused health care. Please do not hesitate to contact our office with questions or concerns. Our Arlington Heights pediatricians and nurturing staff look forward to meeting you and your family.

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What's New

What is new at North Arlington Pediatrics


Happy Holidays!

In celebration of the holidays NAP will close early on 12/15, after noon. We will also be closed 12/25 and 1/1/24, otherwise we will be having our regular business hours.


School is back and unfortunately the flu season will be back too! NAP is offering flu shots to help protect your child from influenza this winter. 

We are also offering the latest Covid vaccine.

 Call for your appointment today. 


We are currently offering COVID testing for our patients. We have both rapid and PCR tests and drive through options available. Call for more information, 847-253-3600.

How to Prepare for Your Visit at NAP.

  • When you arrive, please come inside to check in.
  • You will go directly to your assigned room
  • Please wear a mask or face covering when coming for a sick visit- children too if able (but not under the age of 2).
  • Please do not have any parent come to any visit if they are feeling ill. Please notify us prior to arriving at the office if anyone in the household has been exposed COVID19 or travelled within the past 2 weeks
  • No walk-ins will be seen. Please call first for an appointment.

Summer is here and NAP wishes your family a fun and safe summer!  Here are some safety tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics for your summer fun. 

Staying Safe Outside click here to view.

Sunscreen use, click here to view



Keep up to date yourself by visiting the cdc covid-19 site

Helpful advice from the AAP on talking about the Coronavirus with your children, click on healthychildren.org

Balance due? Check out our new online bill pay option at the top right.


Car seat recommendations , the AAP recommends children remain rear facing until they outgrow the height and weigh limits of their convertible sear, click here for the update.


Traveling with Children


Medical Home now has a new email address, contact them at [email protected]

Meet Our Physicians

  • David Dobkin
    MD

    Dr. David Dobkin, a board certified pediatrician, has been practicing pediatrics in Arlington Heights for over 25 years. He established North Arlington Pediatrics in 1990. He graduated with honors in biology from Washington University in St. Louis followed by medical school at the University of Illinois in Chicago. Read More

  • Beth Sullivan Walsh
    MD

    Dr. Walsh, a native of Evanston, Illinois, joined North Arlington Pediatrics in 1990. She received a Bachelor of Science in Pre-professional Studies, with honors, from the University of Notre Dame and earned her medical degree at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Following medical school, she completed her Pediatric Residency at Children's Memorial Hospital in Chicago. Read More

  • Timothy Geleske
    MD

    Dr. Geleske is a board certified pediatrician, practicing with North Arlington Pediatrics since 1993. He received his Bachelor of Science in Economics at Northwestern University. He is a 1989 graduate of Indiana University School of Medicine. He received his post-graduate training at Children's Memorial Hospital in Chicago where he also served as Chief Pediatric Resident. Read More

  • Kristen Brown
    MD

    Dr. Kristen Brown, a board certified pediatrician, grew up in Palatine, Illinois. She graduated magna cum laude from the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor of Science in Pre-professional Studies. She then attended medical school at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and graduated magna cum laude in 1995. She completed her post graduate training in pediatrics at Children's Memorial hospital. Read More

  • Andrew Peters
    MD

    Dr. Andrew Peters, a board certified pediatrician, has been with North Arlington Pediatrics since 2003. He was raised in New Jersey and moved to Chicago over 20 years ago. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy in 1987, at Northwestern University. He attained a Master of Science in 1989 studying molecular biology and molecular genetics at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Read More

  • Michele Lawhun
    MD

    Dr. Michele Lawhun was born and raised in Dayton, Ohio, where she attended Wright State University for both undergraduate and medical school. She completed her pediatric residency training at the Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children in Orlando, Florida; where she was awarded resident of the year for both the pediatrics program and the graduating residency class of 2006. Read More

  • Nan Walicki
    MD

    Dr. Walicki is a native of Chicago's western suburbs. She graduated magna cum laude from the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor of Science in Biology in 1998. She attended Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and graduated with honors in 2002. She completed her pediatric residency at University of Chicago Comer Children's Hospital. Read More

  • Suzanne Alfano
    MD

    Dr Suzanne Alfano graduated with honors from the  University of Notre Dame in 2009 with her Bachelor of Arts in Theology and Pre-Professional Studies. She then attended Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in Nashville, Tn and graduated in 2013. She completed her pediatric residency at the Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. Read More

  • Nikki Lam MD
    Physician

    Dr. Nikki Lam received her Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry at University of California - Los Angeles in 2016. She then attended medical school at Northeast Ohio Medical University and graduated with honors in 2020. She completed her pediatric residency at the Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago. She is a member of both the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Medical Association.

     Dr. Lam was born and raised in Macau, China, and moved to Rochester, NY at the age of 12. She is fluent in Cantonese and Mandarin Chinese, and is passionate about improving the availability of language concordant care through education and practice. 

     When she is not at work, she enjoys spending time with her partner John and her corgi named Panko, growing vegetables and flowers in the garden, and traveling with her family.

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Our Location

Front Desk and Nurse Educator Hours

Monday:

8:00 am-5:30 pm

Tuesday:

8:00 am-7:30 pm

Wednesday:

8:00 am-7:30 pm

Thursday:

8:00 am-7:30 pm

Friday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Saturday:

8:00 am-12:00 pm

Sunday:

Closed

Well Visit Hours

Monday:

7:30 am-7:30 pm

Tuesday:

8:00 am-7:30 pm

Wednesday:

7:30 am-7:30 pm

Thursday:

7:30 am-7:30 pm

Friday:

7:30 am-5:00 pm

Saturday:

8:30 am-12:00 pm

Sunday:

Closed