Stephen Ponder, MD

Dr Matthew Stephen is a board-certified Pediatrician who focuses on Pediatric Endocrinology, particularly diabetes and hormone concerns. He became interested in medicine after being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at eight years old. Dr Stephen is dedicated to providing quality care for patients from newborns to teenagers and working with families to ensure their children's best future. He is passionate about educating the next generation of providers and continually improving his practice. He is a member of the Endocrine Society and the Pediatric Endocrine Society.

Rajani Prabhakaran, MD, is a pediatric endocrinologist and diabetes specialists at Dell Children's in Austin and Round Rock, Texas. She provides care to children and young adults diagnosed with an endocrine disease or diabetes. Dr. Prabhakaran starts by listening to understand you and your health concerns and takes the time to get to know you and your family's health history. Then, she works with you to create care plan for your child's health needs.

Pediatric endocrinologists (doctors who specialize in hormone-related diseases) at Dell Children's - Endocrinology Hesters Crossing in Round Rock, Texas, have the expertise to diagnose and treat prediabetes, diabetes, and other hormone imbalances. These conditions can affect your child’s metabolism, sleep, blood pressure, growth and development. We work together with you to create a care plan that’s right for your child.

Dr Bhandarkar completed her dermatology training in India and then came to the United States for additional training at Emory University, Georgia. She holds expertise in various skin types, as well as tropical dermatology. Dr Bhandarkar prescribes to dermatological treatment from the inside out, and loves to talk about diet and the role of physical and mental health to potentiate good skin care. Outside of her practice, she enjoys playing instrumental music, running, and focusing on fitness. Dr Bhandarkar is deeply committed to her husband, twin sons and daughter. She also serves as director of the Austin nonprofit Nobility In ACtion, which works with underserved children to help empower them to achieve their goals.

Dr Alexandra Thomas is a pediatrician with a particular interest in the unique challenges of adolescence such as eating disorders, weight management, sports health and nutrition, acne, mental health, substance use, menstrual concerns, gynecological care, sexual and reproductive health, and more. From a young age, Dr Thomas has been fascinated by the blend of science, compassion, and problem-solving that medicine embodies. The opportunity to truly make a difference in people's lives is what drove her to pursue medicine. As an athlete who has faced multiple challenges, she has seen firsthand how healthcare providers can positively impact recovery and well-being.

Dr Ali Kurady is board-certified pediatric nephrologist with an interest in neonatal kidney disease, kidney transplant, hypertension, proteinuria, hematuria and kidney stones. Dr Kurady is certified in pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics and pediatric nephrology by the American Board of Pediatrics. In his spare time, he enjoys soccer, travel, swimming and spending time with family.

A physician listed at 425 University Blvd in Round Rock.

Dr Allyson McDonough is a board-certified physician, specializing in rheumatology, who is recognized for her ability to handle complex and rare rheumatologic diseases. Her professional interests include common inflammatory rheumatologic diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, ankylosing spondylitis, vasculitis, scleroderma, Sjögren's and sarcoid. Dr McDonough is passionate about incorporating integrative medicine into traditional rheumatologic practice and aiding her young adult patients in their transition from pediatric to adult rheumatologic care. She believes in an evidence-based approach that treats the whole person and integrates conventional and complimentary therapies.