Gastonia Pediatric Associates, your local Gaston County pediatricians. We have served the local Gaston County community since 1956.
Our physicians live in the community.
12/27/2025
A in NC helps parents recognize when their baby is truly ready to start solid foods. Timing and readiness cues matter more than age alone when it comes to safe, healthy feeding.
A practice plays an important role in supporting breastfeeding moms during those early, uncertain newborn weeks. From feeding questions to reassurance, having trusted pedia guidance in NC can make a big difference.
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12/21/2025
Children can struggle with sudden schedule changes. Giving a quick heads up before transitions like leaving the house or starting homework helps them feel prepared and reduces stress. For dependable pediatric care and advice, call 704-864-2685.
12/21/2025
Pediatrics play a key role in keeping pre-teens safe as they head into a new sports season in NC. A sports physical can reveal subtle red flags that are easy to miss but important to address early.
A kid’s prenatal visit gives expectant parents space to ask important questions before the busy newborn days begin. Meeting your baby’s doctor early can bring clarity, comfort, and confidence. NC
Kids often rush through meals without noticing when they’re full. Encourage them to slow down and listen to their body’s hunger and fullness signals to support healthy digestion and habits. For guidance in NC you can count on, call 704-864-2685.
12/14/2025
A knows the first 72 hours at home with a newborn can feel overwhelming. Clear guidance on feeding, diapering, and early signs helps parents feel confident and supported.
A kid’s often helps parents sort out whether teen mood changes are part of puberty or signs of early anxiety. When emotions feel stronger or last longer than expected, knowing what to watch for can make all the difference.
Some kids push through activities even when their bodies need rest. Help them learn to pause and check in with how they feel so they can avoid overexertion and stay healthy. For guidance you can trust in , call 704-864-2685.
12/06/2025
A practice knows how quickly dehydration can develop when vomiting and diarrhea hit, especially in young children. If you’ve ever questioned whether symptoms are mild or a sign to seek care, a few key indicators can help guide you.
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Gastonia Pediatrics Associates- your local Gastonia Peds Practice
Gastonia Pediatric Associates was founded in 1956 as the second Pediatrics practice established in Gaston County by the late Dr. Gerad Marder.
Later, Dr. Marder was subsequently joined by Dr. Robert Chambers, the late Dr. Fredrick Norcross, and Dr. William Silkstone who have all since either retired or passed away.
Today, Dr. John Watts Jr., Dr. Sarah Grossman, and Dr. Constance Walker McMullan continue our tradition of providing thorough, compassionate medical care to our practice families.
Since our inception, the physicians and staff at Gastonia Pediatrics has served the families of Gaston County for over 61 years.
Our Commitment to the Community
For over 61 years, we have served several generations of families and thousands of children in Gaston county as physicians who live in the community we serve. Many of our families represent the third generation of patients that we have cared for over the years.
All our physicians are board certified in Pediatrics.
We are currently the only private group specialty Pediatrics Practice in Gastonia that is not owned by a multimillion-dollar corporation, but instead, is owned and operated together by each of the doctors who have committed to serve within the practice.
Private ownership offers us significant flexibility and control over the way we train our staff, manage our patients and serve our patients.
We maintain a warm, personal, casual, cordial environment where patients enjoy inviting spirit of our long term staff.
Each one of our physicians lives here in Gastonia where we are actively committed to improving and advancing our communities, and the families we serve.
We have appointment times available seven days a week for well and sick appointments, we offer late hours during the weekdays, and we have overnight nursing support from registered nurses trained in pediatrics to support and advise your family when the clinic is closed.