Meet Dr. Neha Vaitha — Board-Certified Pediatrician in Boulder and Longmont

Compassionate Pediatric Care in Boulder & Longmont

Dr. Neha Vaitha is a Board-Certified Pediatrician dedicated to providing exceptional care for children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. With extensive experience in primary care pediatrics and urgent care medicine, she brings expertise to families in Boulder, Longmont, and surrounding communities.

Education & Medical Expertise

Dr. Vaitha earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Augusta State University before obtaining her medical degree from Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta, GA. She completed her pediatric residency at Morehouse, gaining hands-on experience managing routine and complex pediatric conditions.

For over six years, she served as an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and urgent care pediatrician at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta/Emory University, one of Southeast’s highest-acuity children’s hospitals. Since moving to Colorado in 2019, she has been a trusted pediatrician in Broomfield, serving families in Boulder, Longmont, Louisville, Lafayette, Erie, and surrounding areas.

A Passion for Pediatrics

Dr. Vaitha knew she wanted to become a pediatrician at the age of 12 when her grandmother suffered a stroke. Spending time in the hospital inspired her to pursue a career in pediatric medicine, where she could make a difference in children’s lives.

The most rewarding part of her work is watching her young patients grow and thrive, developing long-term relationships with families. She also has a special interest in adolescent medicine, particularly mental health, and values teenagers’ trust in her to discuss their well-being.

Pediatric Services & Specialties

Dr. Vaitha provides comprehensive pediatric care focusing on preventative medicine, child development, and urgent concerns. Her areas of expertise include:

• Newborn care – Guidance for parents, feeding support, and early development checks
• Well-child exams – Regular checkups to monitor growth, nutrition, and development
• School & sports physicals – Evaluations for school, sports, and extracurricular activities
• Acute pediatric care – Treatment for common childhood illnesses, fevers, infections, and minor injuries
• Adolescent medicine & mental health – Helping teenagers navigate anxiety, depression, and emotional well-being

With her urgent care background, Dr. Vaitha is highly skilled in treating common and more complex pediatric conditions, ensuring families receive high-quality pediatric care in Boulder and Longmont.

Personalized, Patient-Centered Approach

Dr. Vaitha believes listening to parents and children is the cornerstone of excellent pediatric care. She dedicates time to every visit, ensuring families feel heard and supported. She provides evidence-based medical guidance while offering compassionate care tailored to each child’s needs.

Beyond Pediatrics: Passion for Community & Global Outreach

Outside of work, Dr. Vaitha enjoys trail running, traveling, and spending time with her husband and three children. She is also deeply passionate about charity work. In 2011, she co-founded Rise2Shine, a preschool in Haiti that has provided over 500,000 meals and healthcare services to malnourished children, ensuring access to early childhood education and medical care.

As a board-certified pediatrician, Dr. Vaitha serves children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. She has developed a particular interest in mental health issues. Her specialty areas include:

• Acute sick visits and injuries
• Newborns
• Mental health issues
• Well-child preventive medicine
• Physicals

• Residency — Morehouse School of Medicine
  Residency in Pediatrics
  Atlanta, GA
  2013

• Medical School — Morehouse School of Medicine
  Doctor of Medicine
  Atlanta, GA
  2010

• Undergraduate — Augusta University
  Bachelor of Science in Biology
  Augusta, GA
  2006