Meet Our Providers

Building trusted relationships, encouraging healthy foundations and providing healthcare with compassion, connection and a committment to excellence.

We offer a full complement of services from general pediatrics to specialized providers including mental and behavorial health specialists. Learn more about our experienced staff.

Call 816-412-2900 to make an appointment with a provider.

Our phone lines are open at 7:30am Monday through Saturday until the close of business that day.

Our Pediatricians

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R. Alan Grimes, MD, FAAP

R. Alan Grimes, MD, FAAP
University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
For 25 years, I have focused on creating innovative opportunities while maintaining staff and patient satisfaction. I’m energetic and happy. I love traveling and making cheesecake. My favorite childhood book was The Fire Dog.
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Alejandra Beardman, MD, FAAP

Alejandra Beardman, MD, FAAP
University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
For 19 (22 if you count residency) years, I have been helping kids live their happiest and healthiest lives. I value family above all. I love trying new gadgets and really enjoy it when my patients tell me silly jokes. I reread The Harry Potter series and Pride and Prejudice every year.
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J. Scott Rogers, DO, FAAP

J. Scott Rogers, DO, FAAP
KC University of Medicine & Biosciences; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
Since 2003, it has been my joy and privilege to partner with families as their pediatrician. I love being with my family, walking in faith, and having fun. I am passionate about cycling and exercising. The Little Engine That Could was my favorite book as a child.
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Bonnie Jones, MD, FAAP

Bonnie Jones, MD, FAAP
University of Nebraska College of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
Since 2001, I have been keeping kids healthy and thriving. I’m a proud adoptive mother, pacifist Mennonite, and science fiction fanatic. I love crafting and decorating, and especially enjoy artwork made by and for kids. Where the Wild Things Are was my favorite childhood book.
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Lily Nguyen, DO, FAAP

Lily Nguyen, DO, FAAP
Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
For 15 years, I have taken care of patients and help them to grow happy and healthy. I am conscientious, empathic, devoted. I love being silly with kids. Little Women was my favorite book to read while growing up.
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J. Bryan Wohlwend, MD, FAAP

J. Bryan Wohlwend, MD, FAAP
KU School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
I have been a pediatrician for 18 years. I am an avid traveler, sports fanatic and movie aficionado. I enjoy volunteering and reading. The Dark is Rising trilogy and The Hobbit were both my favorite childhood books.
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Alexandria Bahr, MD, FAAP

Alexandria Bahr, MD, FAAP
University of Rochester School of Medicine & Pediatric Residency
For 18 years, I have worked as a general pediatrician on an as-needed basis. I am enthusiastic, authentic, loyal. I love cooking, mentoring, and reading. My favorite childhood book was The High King from The Chronicles of Prydain.
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Jennifer Neitzel, DO, FAAP

Jennifer Neitzel, DO, FAAP
Oklahoma State University; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
For 13 years, I have cared for kids and their families. In my free time, I enjoy making quilts and cooking. My favorite childhood book was Green Eggs and Ham because my mom would make green eggs and ham!
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Brandi Morrison, DO, FAAP

Brandi Morrison, DO, FAAP
KC University of Medicine & Biosciences; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
For 10 years, I have focused on the health, safety, and overall well-being of my patients. I’m enthusiastic, compassionate, honest. My favorite childhood book was The Laura Ingles Wilder series.
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Lori Falcone, DO, FAAP

Lori Falcone, DO, FAAP
KC University of Medicine & Biosciences; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
Since 2007, I have enjoyed working to provide quality, evidence-based care to children. I am energetic, organized, and caring. I love spending time with my family, traveling, and cooking. One of my hidden talents is making specialty birthday cakes for my family. My favorite childhood book collection is the Berenstain Bears series.
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Lisa Avery, MD, FAAP

Lisa Avery, MD, FAAP
University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics
For 12 years, I have been helping kids and families navigate through health and illness. I strive to provide compassionate and comprehensive medical care to all of my patients. I enjoy baking and eating chocolate chip cookies with my family. My favorite book to read to my kids is I Love You, Stinky Face. My favorite childhood book was Strega Nona.
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Rory Tompkins, MD

Rory Tompkins, MD, FAAP
University of Missouri – Columbia School of Medicine; University of Missouri – Columbia School of Medicine
I have been seeing children and their families for 35 years now. When not at work my favorite things are to travel, ride my bicycle, camp, read, and hunt for Jade. My favorite childhood book is The Ghost of Dibble Hallow.
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Megan Fraker, MD, FAAP

Megan Fraker, MD, FAAP
University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Medicine; Orlando Health-Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children; Children’s Mercy Center for Sports Medicine
I’ve been helping young, active patients safely participate in sports and activities since 2004. My favorite childhood book is Hand, Hand, Fingers, Thumb. Other than my job, I enjoy spending time with my kids and traveling.
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Megha S. Chandramohan, MD

Megha S. Chandramohan, MD
University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospital and Clinics
Since 2001, I have been providing evidence-based, compassionate care to acutely ill children. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, baking, traveling, and teaching/choreographing Bollywood dance. One of my favorite books as a child was Where the Sidewalk Ends.
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Megan Fraker, MD, FAAP

Veronica Lawrence, MD, FAAP
University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospital & Clinics

Since 2010 I have had the extremely rewarding experience of caring for pediatric patients and their families. My goal is to always provide compassionate care to children from all walks of life. Outside of work I love watching sports, reading, running and biking. The children’s book that has continued to be one of my all time favorites is Oh The Places You’ll Go.
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Lien Russell, MD, FAAP
University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Medicine; University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center

Since 2001, it has been my privilege to take care of children and their families. As a pediatrician, I enjoy helping parents keep their children healthy, happy, and safe. I also love spending time with my husband and two kids. I particularly like to read, cook, and walk my dogs. My favorite children’s book is The Rainbow Fish.
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Pooja Thakur French, MD, FAAP
University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Medicine; Children’s Mercy Hospitals & Clinics

Since 2007, I have enjoyed providing care to pediatric patients from all different backgrounds. I aim to provide thorough, compassionate care to patients and their families. I enjoy spending time with my husband and four children, baking, music, and gardening. My favorite childhood book was Robinson Crusoe. My favorite books to read to my children are the Berenstain Bears books.
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Courtney Winterer, DO, FAAP A.T.
University-Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine; Children’s Mercy Kansas City

Since 2010, I have had the privilege of caring for children with the goal of forming lasting relationships with patients and families through compassionate, empathetic and whole-person care. I look forward to the opportunity of partnering with families to help guide children towards a healthy future. Outside of the office, I enjoy spending time with my husband and 3 children, attending Sporting Kansas City matches, playing unique board games, and reading. My favorite children’s book is Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes By Mem Fox.

Our Nurse Practitioners

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Lindsey Hibler, APRN, CPNP

Lindsey Hibler, APRN, CPNP
Nurse Practitioner, University of Missouri -Columbia; University of Missouri-Kansas City
Since 2009, I have been providing family centered, evidence based care for children with acute illnesses. I am family-oriented, determined, and a dedicated Christian. I enjoy the outdoors, playing golf, watching my kids grow and decorating. The Magic Treehouse series by Mary Pope Osborne are by far my favorite books to read with my children.
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Kim McNerney, APRN, CPNP

Kim McNerney, APRN, CPNP
Graceland University; University of Missouri-Columbia
I have been working in pediatric primary care since 2005. I strive to provide quality, evidence-based care for each of my patients. My favorite childhood book is Love You Forever by Robert Munsch, which holds a big place in my heart.
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Melissa McGraw APRN, CPNP
Northern Illinois University; University of Missouri-Kansas City

Since 2012, I have been providing thorough, empathetic care to children and their families. I enjoy empowering and educating families to safely care for their children. I am a mother to 3 children who keep me busy with their sports and music. In my free time, I love to participate in sprint triathlons (cycling is my favorite). I also enjoy hiking, traveling, and cooking. My favorite books to read my kids are any of the silly Dr. Seuss books, particularly How the Grinch Stole Christmas.

Our Mental Health Team

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Scott Brown, PhD

Scott Brown, PhD
Psychologist, University of Missouri-Kansas City; McLean Hospital Harvard Medical School
For 33 years, I have worked with children and their families as a psychologist. I am playful, curious and caring. I enjoy motivating groups in methods to improve their lives. My favorite childhood book was Huckleberry Finn.
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Melissa Loper, LCSW

Melissa Hensley, LCSW
Mental Health Therapist, University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Social Work

I have been a Social Worker since 2001, working with children in educational settings for 10 years and in medical settings since 2012. I love spending time with my family, baking, and being outdoors. My favorite book as a child was the Winnie the Pooh series (and I still love that silly old bear!)
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Katie MacDougall, LMSW

Katie MacDougall, LCSW
Behavioral Health Consultant, University of Kansas School of Social Welfare

I have worked in pediatrics for over 18 years, first as a child life specialist and now as a social worker. I am kind, compassionate, and motivated to help people. I enjoy volunteering, love dogs and musicals. A favorite book as a child was The Witch of Blackbird Pond by Elizabeth George Speare.

To make an appointment with a provider, call 816-412-2900 Monday through Saturday from 7:30am until the close of business that day.

Kansas City North Oak

9405 N. Oak Trafficway
Kansas City, MO 64155
email@pcpeds.com
Phone: 816-412-2900
Fax: 816-412-2915

Liberty

1540 NE 96th St.
Liberty, MO 64068
email@pcpeds.com
Phone: 816-412-2900
Fax: 816-412-2915

Parkville

6320 N Lucerne Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64151
email@pcpeds.com
Phone: 816-412-2900
Fax: 816-412-2915