Dr. Sara LaneM.D.

Pediatrics

at Lane Pediatrics — Fort Myers, FL

About

Dr. Sara Lane is a board-certified pediatrician who has practiced in Southwest Florida since 2011. She earned her medical degree from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine and completed her pediatric residency at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital and the University of South Florida. Before medical school, she studied at Boston College and the University of Miami.

Dr. Lane founded Lane Pediatrics in 2014 after several years at Healthcare Network of Southwest Florida. She also holds certification as an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant through the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners. In 2025, she completed a Mini Fellowship in Patient-Centered Mental Health in Pediatric Primary Care through the REACH Institute. Her clinical passions include medically complex children, ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and supporting new parents through the transition to parenthood. She holds licensure to certify medical cannabis use for qualifying conditions. Born and raised in Fort Myers in a medical family, Dr. Lane began volunteering at what is now Golisano Children's Hospital during high school. She lives in Fort Myers today with her two school-age children and four pets.

Education & Training

Undergraduate

University of Miami (2001-2003); Boston College (2000-2001)

Medical School

University of South Carolina School of Medicine (2004-2008)

Residency

Pediatric Residency, Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital / University of South Florida (2008-2011)

Additional Training

Mini Fellowship in Patient-Centered Mental Health in Pediatric Primary Care, REACH Institute (2025)

Certifications

Board Certified Pediatrician
International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)

Conditions Treated

ADHD
autism
behavior problems
anxiety
depression
medically-complex conditions
breastfeeding difficulties
chronic pain
migraines
insomnia
appetite loss
multiple sclerosis
epilepsy

Who is Dr. Lane right for?

Dr. Lane serves children from birth through age 18, including newborns, toddlers, and teenagers. Parents managing ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, or other behavioral concerns find strong support in her mental health training. New parents navigating breastfeeding benefit from her IBCLC certification and lactation experience. Families with medically complex children appreciate her care coordination with specialists, therapists, and schools. She also fits families who want a single, accessible physician they can reach any time of day.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Lane treats a wide range of pediatric conditions, from everyday illnesses to complex cases. Her specialties include ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and behavior problems. She also treats chronic conditions such as chronic pain, migraines, and epilepsy, and she provides lactation support for breastfeeding families.

Yes. Dr. Lane holds board certification in pediatrics. She also holds certification as an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant through the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners, making her credentialed in both medicine and breastfeeding care.

Dr. Lane earned her medical degree from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine. She completed her pediatric residency at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital in partnership with the University of South Florida. She attended Boston College and the University of Miami for her undergraduate studies.

Yes. Dr. Lane completed a Mini Fellowship in Patient-Centered Mental Health in Pediatric Primary Care through the REACH Institute in 2025. She has extensive experience treating ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and behavioral concerns. When appropriate, she prescribes and manages medications and coordinates care with therapists and schools.

Yes. Dr. Lane is an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant. She offers prenatal and postnatal consultations, assesses latch and milk transfer, and creates personalized feeding plans. Her dual training in medicine and lactation allows her to address complex breastfeeding problems and prescribe medication when needed.

Yes. Dr. Lane performs medical ear piercings using the Blomdahl system, which uses modern aseptic technique to minimize infection risk. She offers piercings for children ages 3 to 9 months and again after age 5. The $125 fee includes the piercing and earrings.

Yes. Dr. Lane holds licensure to certify medical cannabis for qualifying conditions. These include anxiety, chronic pain, migraines, insomnia, appetite loss, multiple sclerosis, and epilepsy.

Dr. Lane takes a personalized, collaborative approach to complex cases. She coordinates directly with specialists, therapists, and schools to build a unified care plan. Her small practice size means she knows each patient's history thoroughly, which supports more precise and consistent care over time.

Dr. Lane has practiced pediatrics in Southwest Florida since 2011. She spent two years at Healthcare Network of Southwest Florida before founding Lane Pediatrics in 2014. She grew up in Fort Myers and has deep roots in the local community.

Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026