Newton Wellesley Children's Doctor - Pediatrics- Dr Shani Kumarasena

Dr. Shani and her team are honestly amazing. Every visit feels comfortable and welcoming, and you can tell right away how much they truly care about the kids and the families they work with. What I really appreciate is how she looks at everything, not just the symptoms. She talks with us about nutrition, emotional wellbeing, development and anything else we might be worried about. She explains things in a way that makes sense and we always leave feeling supported and confident. Her kindness stands out every single time. She listens, she takes her time and she makes both kids and parents feel at ease (and we are a family with multiple kids). The nurses are just as great.. They are super friendly, warm and always ready to help. We are really grateful for the love and care they continue to

Dr. Shani and her team consistently provide expert care combined with a holistic perspective. She approaches every appointment by treating the whole child and family, not just the immediate symptoms. Dr. Shani takes time to discuss nutrition, mental wellness, and developmental support alongside physical health, offering comprehensive guidance that supports our family. Her medical knowledge is outstanding, and we deeply appreciate her thorough examinations and accurate guidance. Beyond her expertise, her bedside manner is unmatched. She ensures both kids and parents feel comfortable, patiently answers questions, and explains care plans clearly and reassuringly. The team of nurses are just as wonderful—friendly, efficient, and great with scheduling.

We met Dr. Shani Kumarasena earlier this year, and I was genuinely impressed from the very first visit. She’s so much more than just a pediatrician — she’s a person with a big heart, incredible kindness, and genuine compassion. You can feel that she truly cares. The entire team at Newton Wellesley Children’s Doctor — make you feel that helping others stay healthy is not just their job, it’s their calling. They support not only physical health but emotional well-being too. I’m deeply grateful and truly happy to have met Dr. Kumarasena. She’s one of the best pediatricians I’ve ever known.

Dr. Kumarasena is excellent! She's fantastic with our kids, making every visit a calm and positive experience. She's incredibly knowledgeable and thorough, never rushing us and answering all of our questions. Her availability is key and we're confident we can quickly reach her and be seen when needed. The office staff is great and the location is easily accessible and welcoming for the kids. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a pediatrician- you won't regret it!

I was extremely blessed to be referred to Dr. Kumarasena by my OBGyn when my daughter was born. She showed up in my hospital room and was so sweet. Most moms interview and meet many docs - I didn’t need to. She has been our pediatrician for 12 years and cares so much about my children’s wellbeing. She believes in healthy choices and takes the time to really talk to my kids and cares about their mental health too. She informs me of vaccines before I make the choice of giving them to my kids. I have never had any issues with the front desk or support staff. Everyone is always so kind and my kids feel comfortable. Parking is easy and getting an appointment is always easy for me. Thank you for all you do and taking care of my kids all these years ❤️