Monica Wonnacott, MD

Monica Wonnacott, MD, is a board-certified pediatrician who is passionate about helping children feel comfortable at the doctor’s office and empowering parents with the knowledge they need to care for their families. As a mother herself, she understands the joys and challenges of raising children and especially enjoys helping new parents build confidence as they care for their babies.

Dr. Wonnacott appreciates each stage of childhood—from the innocence and honesty of young children to the opportunity to build trusting relationships with adolescents. She works closely with teens to help them understand their health and make thoughtful, healthy decisions.

Committed to providing attentive, evidence-based care, Dr. Wonnacott stays current with the latest pediatric research and recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics. She believes the art of medicine is found in careful attention to detail, accessibility, and the personal connections she develops with patients and their families.

Outside of the office, Dr. Wonnacott enjoys great food, traveling, attending the theater, and spending time with her family.

Education and Training

Dr. Wonnacott earned her medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine. She completed clinical clerkships at New York Methodist Hospital, an affiliate of Weill Medical College of Cornell University, and Children’s Hospital of Orange County. She completed her pediatric residency through the University of Nebraska, Creighton University, and Children’s Hospital of Omaha.

During her residency, Dr. Wonnacott received the Deborah Munson Barger Resident Award for professionalism and compassion toward patients and the Outstanding Resident Award from Creighton medical students.

Certifications and Research

Dr. Wonnacott is board certified in pediatrics and has completed Pediatric Advanced Life Support and Neonatal Advanced Life Support training. Her research examining the prevalence, risk factors, and diagnosis of childhood obesity in Nebraska was presented at the 10th International Congress on Obesity in Sydney, Australia.

She also created PediatricAnswers.com to provide parents with reliable information about childhood growth and development, common illnesses, medications, behavioral concerns, and other pediatric health topics.