A Soothing Experience
We create a calm, child-friendly environment so your little one actually looks forward to their visit. With minimal wait times.
Free Prenatal Meet & Greet
Expecting? Schedule a free prenatal consultation with — Dr. Akbar before your due date so you walk into the delivery room with a trusted pediatric partner already in your corner.
A Team That Truly Cares
Our multilingual staff speaks your language — Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu, and Punjabi. We listen, we communicate, and we never rush you.
The Pediatric Clinic with a Heart
— Right Here in Suwanee
At YouBelong Pediatrics, we believe every child and every family deserves a place where they feel seen, heard, and valued. Our board-certified pediatrician, Dr Akbar, brings over 20 years of pediatric experience — plus the personal insight of a NICU mom — to every appointment.
We serve families across Suwanee, Cumming, Johns Creek, Duluth, Alpharetta, Lawrenceville, Dawsonville, Dacula, Sugar Hill, Buford and other North Georgia communities with evidence-based, family-centered, holistic pediatric care.
Our Pediatric Services Are State-of-the-Art
From routine well-child visits and vaccinations to ADHD management, teen mental health, and same-day sick care. We offer a full spectrum of pediatric services for children from birth through adolescence in Suwanee, GA.
Well-Child Visits & Developmental Screenings
Comprehensive checkups from newborn to teen, including growth monitoring, vaccines, and developmental milestones at every stage.
Same-Day Sick
Visits
Ear infections, fevers, sore throats, rashes — we keep slots open daily so your sick child is seen the same day, no urgent care needed
Vaccinations &
Immunizations
We believe in non-judgmental, nuanced conversations around vaccines that empower you to make the right decision for your child.
ADHD & Autism
Issues
Evidence-based evaluation, medication management, and behavioral guidance for children and teens with ADHD.
Premature Infant
Care
Specialized follow-up for NICU graduates. Dr. Akbar, a NICU mom herself, understands the unique needs of preemies and their families.
Asthma & Allergy
Management
Personalized asthma action plans, allergy assessment, and ongoing management to keep your child breathing easy and living actively.
Childhood Obesity &
Nutrition
Individualized nutrition counseling, lifestyle guidance, and compassionate support to help children build healthy lifelong habits.
Sports & School
Physicals
Fast, thorough physicals to get your child cleared for sports, camps, and school — with same-week scheduling available.
Behavioral Issues & Teen Mental Health
Confidential, supportive screenings and treatment for anxiety, depression, and emotional well-being for Adolescents & Teens
Ready to Schedule Your Child's Appointment?
Same-Day Sick Visits Available · Located 1 mile from the beautiful Suwanee Town Center
Call Us Now
770-585-0190
Meet Dr Akbar — Suwanee's Trusted Pediatrician
Dr Akbar, MD
Board-Certified Pediatrician
Advanced Training · Pediatric Primary Care
Dr. Rabia Akbar is a warm and experienced Board-certified pediatrician who deeply believes every child deserves gentle, thoughtful care. As a mother of three—including two born prematurely—she understands the worries new parents face and offers the kind of support she once needed herself.
With advanced training in Pediatric Critical Care and 20 years of experience, Dr. Akbar is here to ensure that every family belongs!
Her goal is to listen, guide, and care for your little one with compassion and expertise.
She speaks English, Hindi, Urdu and Punjabi.
When not working, she enjoys singing, cooking, interior design, and traveling.
✔ Board-Certified Pediatrician
✔ 20+ Years of Pediatric Experience
✔ Advanced Training in Pediatric Primary Care
✔ NICU Mom — Personal Understanding of Premature Infant Needs
✔ Multilingual: English, Hindi, Urdu & Punjabi. Her staff speaks Arabic & Spanish
✔ Proudly Women-Owned & Operated Practice
Why Suwanee Families Choose YouBelong Pediatrics
We're not just another pediatric clinic. We're your child's long-term health partner — built around your family's needs from day one.
13+ Insurances & Self Pay
We accept multiple insurance plans as well as self-pay options
Trusted by parents, loved by kids.
Your child's comfort and health mean everything to us. Take a look at our recent Google Reviews to hear directly from the families we care for every day.
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