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Pediatric Staff

At Premier Pediatrics, our team consists of experienced, compassionate pediatricians and friendly, nurturing staff members who take pride in giving our young patients the personalized pediatric care that they deserve.

We understand that you have a choice of pediatricians in the Brighton area, and we appreciate your consideration. We can assure you that you'll feel confident in our ability to meet all of your expectations.

All of our pediatricians are highly educated professionals who have undergone rigorous academic and clinical training in pediatrics. We maintain a high level of expertise through continuing education in order to provide the most up-to-date care for the young patients we are privileged to serve.

Premier Pediatrics believes in a team approach to your child's health and well-being, so all of our doctors collaborate with parents to provide the highest level of care. We appreciate the opportunity to care for your child and pride ourselves on making pediatric care a pleasant experience for all of our patients.

DEBRA CAMPBELL, D.O., FAAP

Medical Degree:
Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center

Residency:
Michigan State University
Sparrow Hospital

Board Certification:
American Board of Pediatrics

Dr. Campbell is an owner of Premier Pediatrics.  She is an advocate of preventative medicine and works closely with the Special Care Nursery at Platte Valley Medical Center.  She also has a special interest in asthma and eczema.
She enjoys traveling, hiking, sporting events, and especially spending time with her husband and two children.

JOSEPH M. SMITH, M.D., FAAP

Medical Degree:
Loma Linda University School of Medicine

Residency:
University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
Children's Hospital Colorado

Publications:
Berman’s Pediatric Decision Making, 5th edition.  Book Chapter:  Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Board Certification:
American Board of Pediatrics

Dr. Smith is an owner of Premier Pediatrics.  He believes in whole-person care.  "Medicine is more than treating illnesses.  It is about family, school progress, achievements, hobbies, and anything else that is important to an individual."
Besides practicing general pediatrics, Dr. Smith devotes 50% of his clinic time to child and adolescent behavior and development, including the treatment of ADHD, autism, and children with special health care needs.
He enjoys composing and performing music, traveling, camping, hiking, fencing, acting and directing, Broadway shows, language study, church activities, and above all, spending time with his wife and children.

ELLEN McCORMICK, M.D.

Medical Degree:
University of Colorado School of Medicine
 
Residency:
Wilford Hall Medical Center
Lackland AFB, TX
 
Board Certification:
American Board of Pediatrics
 
Dr. McCormick is a Colorado native.  She enjoys the challenge and continuing changes in the practice of medicine, and also the fun of working with kids and babies.  "I am happy and excited to join Premier Pediatrics!  This is a practice that has moved toward the future of medical care, and is embracing the changes that promote quality care for children."  She enjoys travel, photography, road trips with her husband, and watching her kids pilot their way through adulthood.
 

  CAROLINE ALBERT-MARTIN, M.D.

Medical Degree:  
Yale University
 
Residency:  
University of Pittsburgh - Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
 
Board Certification:  
American Board of Pediatrics
 
Dr. Albert-Martin is new to the beautiful state of Colorado and is excited to join the Premier Pediatrics team. She is originally from New Orleans, and completed her medical training at Yale New Haven Hospital and the Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. She enjoys getting to know each of her patients and their families, and believes that the best medical care comes from close partnership and communication between families and their doctor. She has a special interest in newborn care and breastfeeding, as well as adolescent care, and enjoys taking care of all ages in between! Outside of work, she loves hiking and camping, playing soccer, and spending time with her family.
 

 MICHELE TUEPKER, M.D.

Medical Degree: 
University of Nebraska

Residency:
University of Vermont at Fletcher Allen Health Care
 
Board Certification:
American Board of Pediatrics
 
Dr. Tuepker has a special interest in newborn care but enjoys caring for patients of all ages.  She feels that a strong physician-patient relationship is based on open communication, and that education empowers both her patients and their caregivers.
After almost 10 years, Dr. Tuepker has returned to her home state with her husband and son.  She enjoys playing violin, baking, being outdoors, and chasing her always-in-motion preschooler.
 

 JAMIE CAMPBELL, M.D.

Medical Degree:  
West Virginia University School of Medicine
 
Residency:  
University of Massachusetts Medical School
 
Board Certification:  
American Board of Pediatrics
 
Dr. Campbell and her family recently relocated to the wonderful state of Colorado.  After growing up in Pennsylvania, she received her medical degree from West Virginia University School of Medicine and completed her residency training at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center.  She has a particular interest in children with complex health care needs and newborn medicine.  She feels that well rounded care for the whole family is the key to establishing strong and successful physician/family relationships.  She is excited to get to know and serve the families of Premier Pediatrics! When not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, hiking and camping with their dog, cooking, and reading. 
 

 JANINE LECHLEITNER, C.P.N.P.

Masters of Science:
University of Colorado Health Sciences Center

Board Certification:
National Certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner by the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board 

Fellowship in NAPNAP (National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners):
Developmental Behavioral and Mental Health Specialty

Janine is an advocate of whole family preventative care with a special interest in child development and ADHD.
Janine enjoys spending time with her husband and three children, as well as camping, hiking, church activities, and scrapbooking.

 

THERAPY TEAM:

KATY LEE, MA, LPC

Katy is a Colorado native and is excited to join the Premier Pediatrics team as a clinical therapist. Katy enjoys working with children and adolescents who may have behavioral problems or mental health needs. She also enjoys working with families who need support with helping their children in everyday life activities. Her approach to counseling is person-centered and based on what the client needs are. Play therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, and relational approaches are also present in her approach.  When not at work, Katy enjoys hiking, fishing, and being outdoors with her family.  

Katy is currently contracted with United Healthcare, Cigna, Anthem Blue Cross, and Medicaid and will soon be contracted with most other major insurances.  She can also see clients on a cash pay basis.

PRACTICE ADMINISTRATOR:  SHARON SABA

 

 

 

 

 

OFFICE MANAGER:  JESSICA PALOMINO

 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 

MEDICAL ASSISTANTS:

CRYSTAL

 

 

 

 

 

KIM

 

 

 

 

 

KALEIGH

 

 

 

 

 

RECEPTION:

LYDIA

 

 

 

 

 

NICOLE

 

 

 

 

 

BILLING:

MELISSA

 

 

 

 

 

ADMINISTRATION:

KASSY

 

 

 

 

 

MINDEE