About
Dr. Jaclyn Dovico, MD is a board-certified pediatrician and the founder of Joyful Pediatrics in Greensboro, North Carolina. She began her academic career at Wake Forest University, earning a business degree before working as an investment banker at Wachovia Bank. She later pursued medicine, completing her medical degree at Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and her pediatric residency at Wake Forest University. After residency, she spent six years in a large pediatric private practice before launching Joyful Pediatrics.
Dr. Dovico focuses on whole-child care, with particular depth in ADHD, asthma, eczema, anxiety, depression, newborn care, and lactation support. She believes that a central part of pediatric medicine is translating complex medical topics into clear, practical guidance for families. Beyond clinical work, she co-chairs the finance committee of the North Carolina Pediatric Society and serves as a board member for Noble Academy. She co-hosts the EdMed Talks podcast with her husband, Dr. Adam Dovico, EdD, exploring parenting from both medical and educational angles. Outside of medicine, she enjoys cooking, yoga, puzzle books, and sewing. She and Adam have two sons, Ryder and Maddox.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Wake Forest University, Business degree
Medical School
Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine
Residency
Pediatrics, Wake Forest University
Additional Training
Worked in large pediatric private practice for six years post-residency; former investment banker at Wachovia Bank
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Dovico right for?
Dr. Dovico is a strong fit for families seeking a pediatrician who treats the whole child, medically and educationally. Newborns and infants benefit especially from her home visit program and hands-on lactation support. Children managing chronic conditions like ADHD, asthma, anxiety, or eczema benefit from her focused, unhurried approach. Families navigating school challenges, IEP processes, or learning differences will find support well beyond what a typical pediatric visit offers. Parents who want direct, ongoing access to their child's doctor will feel at home here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Dovico treats a wide range of pediatric conditions. Her chronic condition work covers ADHD, asthma, eczema, anxiety, depression, and obesity. She also handles acute concerns like strep, ear infections, rashes, lacerations, and warts. Newborn care and lactation support round out her clinical scope.
Yes, Dr. Dovico holds board certification in pediatrics. She completed her pediatric residency at Wake Forest University and earned her medical degree from Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine.
Dr. Dovico takes a whole-child approach that addresses medical, behavioral, and educational health together. She prioritizes unhurried appointments and direct communication with families. She believes educating parents, breaking down complex topics into clear guidance, is a core part of good pediatric medicine.
Dr. Dovico schedules one-hour appointments by default. New patient visits may run even longer. That time allows her to address medical concerns, answer questions thoroughly, and explore any behavioral or developmental factors.
Yes, Dr. Dovico makes home visits for newborns during the first three months of life. This lets new families receive care, including lactation support and weight checks, without leaving home.
Yes. Members can reach Dr. Dovico by text, email, or phone from 8am to 10pm daily. For urgent overnight concerns, her personal cellphone number goes directly to her. She provides that number to all members.
Dr. Dovico earned a business degree from Wake Forest University and worked as an investment banker at Wachovia Bank before entering medicine. That background informs her practical, direct communication style with families.
Yes. Working alongside her husband Dr. Adam Dovico, EdD, she supports families navigating IEP and 504 plans, school selection, learning differences, and behavioral concerns at school. This educational dimension sets Joyful Pediatrics apart from a standard pediatric practice.
Dr. Dovico serves as co-chair of the finance committee of the North Carolina Pediatric Society. She also sits on the board of Noble Academy and regularly participates in local philanthropic events in the Greensboro community.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026