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ABOUT US

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Exceptional Health Care And Compassionate Service

As pediatricians we practice the specialty of medical science concerned with the physical, emotional and social health of your children from birth to young adulthood. Pediatric care encompasses a broad spectrum of health services and we plan to help your family through all of your needs.
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96 Wadsworth Blvd
Suite 100
Lakewood, CO 80226

Dr. Stephanie Harris

MD, FAAP
“Our goal is to enhance the health of our community by delivering exceptional, comprehensive medical care in a compassionate and welcoming setting.“
  • Over 27 years in service
  • Trusted pediatricians across 20+ specialties
  • On-call 24/7 nurse availability
  • Award-winning practice management
  • In the mission of improving health
  • Personal guidance on your children's health
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1000+

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2500+

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Over 10+

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Our Healthcare Specialists

Stephanie Harris, MD FAAP
Dr. Harris is a board-certified pediatrician that joined the team in 1996 after completing her residency at Stanford University. A midwestern native, she earned both her undergraduate and medical degree at the University of Iowa. She is married and has four children, and enjoys hiking, skiing, cooking, and travelling.
Catherine Daley, MD FAAP
Dr. Daley is a board-certified pediatrician that joined the team in 2000 after completing her residency at The Children's Hospital in Denver, CO. She studied at George Washington Medical School and received her undergraduate degree in chemistry from James Madison University in Virginia. She is married and has two children, and enjoys travelling, hiking, cooking, and reading.
Katrina Mierkey, CPNP
Katrina is a board-certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) and a Colorado native. She completed her Bachelor of Nursing at Regis University in Denver. Katrina worked as a nurse on the pulmonary medicine unit at The University of Colorado for a year before moving to Saint Louis, MO. There she worked in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Saint Louis Children's Hospital for six years. While in St. Louis, Katrina received her Master of Science in Nursing at Saint Louis University. Upon graduating, Katrina moved back to her hometown of Colorado Springs for a PNP position before joining us in 2022. Katrina loves adventuring, reading, music, cats, scuba diving, hiking, medical mission trips, and traveling.
Lindsey Rem, PA-C
Lindsey joined our practice in 2015.  She earned her undergraduate degree in Pre-professional Studies and Anthropology at the University of Notre Dame and then earned her Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies at Midwestern University in Chicago in 2008.  Originally from the Denver area, she moved home after graduating and worked in family medicine for six years prior to joining Kids First. Lindsey is married with 2 daughters.  She loves to run, ski, hike and read.
Erin Lucas, PA-C
Erin joined our practice in 2018.  She earned her undergraduate degree in Biology before graduating from the University of Oklahoma Physician Assistant Program in 2009.  Erin then spent four years working in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at The Children's Hospital in Oklahoma City, followed by further experience in Pediatric Psychiatry and Pediatric Urgent Care.  She moved to Colorado in 2018 with her husband, Larry and twin girls.  She enjoys hiking, gardening and playing the violin.
Tess Batchelder, CPNP
Tess is a board-certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) who joined our team in 2025. She earned her undergraduate degree in Spanish and Public Health in 2019 and earned her Master of Science as a Pediatric Primary Care NP in 2021, both from Vanderbilt University. Prior to joining Kids First she worked as a PNP in Pueblo, Colorado. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, playing tennis, reading, and cooking.
Ashley Kunzi, CPNP
Ashley Kunzi is a board-certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and Colorado native. She earned her undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Colorado and Bachelors in Nursing from Denver School of Nursing. She worked at Children’s Hospital Colorado, where she worked for eight years as a registered nurse specializing in Neurology and Neurosurgery. In 2020, Ashley completed the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Primary Care program at the University of Colorado. She is passionate about supporting children and families through every stage of developmental. Outside of work, Ashley enjoys skiing, hiking, traveling, and reading when she finds the time. Most of all, she cherishes spending time with her husband and their new baby boy.
Shannon Jenkins, LCSW
Shannon is a licensed clinical social worker and has over 25 years of experience working with children and adolescents. She has a master’s degree in education and a master’s degree in social work. Shannon has worked in several different school settings and in several different outpatient settings with children of all ages. Shannon is a Colorado native and when she isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with her family.
Olivia Sullivan, LCSW
Olivia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 9 years of experience working with children and adolescents. She has a Master's Degree in Social Work from Columbia University and has worked in various hospital systems in New York and Colorado, as well as in private therapy practice. Olivia enjoys hiking and snowboarding with her family, reading, and gardening.
Madi Pozner, LCSW
Madi is a social worker who has a strong background in education and early childhood mental health. She began her career as a 3rd grade teacher in Douglas County before earning her master's degree and transitioning into community mental health, where she provided therapeutic support to children ages 0-8 and their families. Madi has also worked as a school social worker, supporting students' emotional and behavioral needs within the school setting.

In her free time, Madi enjoys walking her dogs, crocheting, and reading. She lives with her husband and previously spent time living in Hawaii, an experience that continues to shape her perspective and appreciation for diverse communities.
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