About
Dr. Namrata Wheeler is a board-certified pediatrician with over 20 years of experience caring for children from newborn through 18. She earned her BA at Duke University before completing her MD with Honors and Highest Honors at UNC-Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Her pediatric residency took place at Johns Hopkins Hospital, where she trained in one of the country's most respected programs. She holds certification from the American Board of Pediatrics.
Dr. Wheeler is passionate about the full spectrum of child health, including growth and development, nutrition, sleep, lactation support, and mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, and ADHD. She believes in evidence-based medicine paired with common sense, and she values real food, exercise, and the body's own capacity to heal alongside conventional treatment. Outside of medicine, she spends time with her husband, two children, and their dog. She loves to travel, hike, read, cook healthy meals, and watch British detective shows. She also leads newborn care and parent education classes, drawing on her experience as both a physician and a mother.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Duke University, BA
Medical School
UNC-Chapel Hill School of Medicine, MD with Honors & Highest Honors
Residency
Pediatrics, Johns Hopkins Hospital
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Wheeler right for?
Dr. Wheeler is a strong fit for families seeking an ongoing, relationship-driven pediatrician from birth through adolescence. Parents of newborns benefit especially from her home visit program and hands-on lactation support. She works well with families managing behavioral or mental health concerns, including ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Patients dealing with growth, development, nutrition, or sleep challenges also find her whole-child approach well-suited to their needs. She requires that all members keep school-required vaccines current, making her practice best suited to families who support the AAP immunization schedule.
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CardiologyFrequently Asked Questions
Dr. Wheeler sees patients from newborn through 18 years old. Her clinical experience spans every stage of childhood, from delivery-week home visits for newborns to sports physicals and mental health management for teenagers.
Yes. Dr. Wheeler holds board certification from the American Board of Pediatrics. She earned her MD with Honors and Highest Honors at UNC-Chapel Hill School of Medicine and completed her residency in pediatrics at Johns Hopkins Hospital.
Dr. Wheeler evaluates and manages a range of mental health and behavioral concerns, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, and learning concerns. Initial evaluations carry an additional fee of $200, with follow-up visits at $100. These services complement her broader pediatric care and allow families to address behavioral health within a trusted relationship.
Dr. Wheeler practices evidence-based medicine with a practical, common-sense lens. She prescribes antibiotics when clinically appropriate but also trusts the immune system and time to resolve many illnesses. She encourages real food, exercise, sleep, and natural remedies as part of a child's overall health.
Yes. Dr. Wheeler provides lactation support directly, including during newborn home visits in the first two weeks after discharge. This support is part of the newborn membership and does not require a separate provider or referral.
Dr. Wheeler completed her undergraduate degree at Duke University before earning her MD with Honors and Highest Honors at UNC-Chapel Hill School of Medicine. She then completed her pediatric residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital. She has practiced pediatrics for over 20 years.
Yes. Dr. Wheeler performs routine developmental and behavioral screenings at well child visits. Families with specific concerns about growth, development, feeding, or behavior can also schedule targeted visits to address those issues in depth.
Yes. Dr. Wheeler visits newborns at home within the first two weeks after hospital discharge for families living within 10 miles of the office. These visits include clinical assessment and lactation support, giving new parents time to settle in before coming into the office.
Dr. Wheeler strongly supports the AAP immunization schedule. She requires that all school-required vaccines stay current for membership in the practice. She welcomes questions and takes time to address parent concerns about vaccine safety and timing.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026