Lourdes Alamo-Aponte, MD, FAAP

My favorite animated movie is The Lion King.

I didn't like to read when I was young, but love studying world atlas & maps. I knew most world capitals, recognized flags and currencies.

Metal Jacks! I loved sitting on the floor to play them with my sister & my grandmother.

My 2 greatest inspirations are my boys. Both give me motivation, purpose and love to make me a better parent and Pediatrician.

Spending time with my family and traveling. We like to visit a new country at least once a year. Exposing my boys to different cultures and experiences is simply priceless.

My passion growing up was the FBI. Medicine came to me late in high school, and Pediatrics in college. I have always liked being with children as I had many cousins growing up in Puerto Rico. Through the years, I realized I had the skill and talent to work with children, so I pursued Pediatrics. I love every stage of childhood, as each one is unique. I enjoy talking about development and preventive care, as I consider both topics where we I can help make a difference.

I have been practicing Pediatrics for over 20 years. I can definitely say, I am not the same as I was when I started. I have learned the importance of good communication skills, patience, and understanding. These qualities have helped in developing the trust with my patients and their parents throughout the years. I am super laid-back, casual and funny at times. As a Latina, I hug when needed, used a bunch of terms of endearments and talk a lot!!