Poughkeepsie Office

301 Manchester Road, Suite 105Poughkeepsie, NY 12603(Manchester Crossing Plaza)MapPin Get Directions

 

Welcome to the Poughkeepsie office of CMG.Our doctors have been caring for children from Poughkeepsie to Pleasant Valley, from Wappingers Falls to Millbrook and many other communities in Dutchess and Ulster Counties for over 80 years. We provide a small office environment where you get to know your doctors, while having all of the resources that a large pediatric practice can offer. We focus on all aspects of health care for children, from infants through 21 years of age. We would love to be part of your family; come and be part of ours. This office is also open weekday evenings, Saturdays and Sundays, and all holidays, 365 days a year.

Your Poughkeepsie Pediatricians:

You might call Dr. Marc Habert a fresh-air freak – and he encourages his patients and their families to be the same. In fact, early in the morning, before the office opens, you’ll find Dr. Habert out rowing on the Hudson River. Dr. Habert is interested in all aspects of pediatric health care, including breastfeeding, developmental pediatrics, infections diseases, and asthma. Most of all, he likes being able offer his patients and their families ideas for fun, healthy outdoor activities.

Dr. Habert

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Dr. Oluchi Nwahiwe is another of The Children’s Medical Group doctors who has joined us recently, helping us grow the practice to better serve the children and families of the Hudson Valley. Dr. Nwahie earned her undergrad degree at Lehman College (City University of NY), went to the Temple University School of Medicine, and performed her residency at Montefiore Medical Center.

Megan Hays, CPNP studied nursing at Columbia University School of Nursing, where she went on to earn her degree as a nurse practitioner. She is certified by the Pediatric Nursing Board. Joining our team in October of 2020, Ms. Hays brings with her an interest and genuine concern for families and children in times of stress and transition. Her medical interests include caring for new moms and lactation medicine, new immigrant health care, asthma education and preventative care, and constipation.

Megan Hays

Leigh Ettinger, MD

Dr. Leigh Ettinger, a distinguished pediatrician, became an integral part of Children’s Medical Group in January 2024. He brings a wealth of knowledge to the Children’s Medical Group. He is Board-certified in pediatrics, pediatric nephrology, and obesity medicine. His commitment to excellence is underscored by his continuous recognition as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor, a peer-nominated accolade he has received yearly since 2014.

Dr. Kira Lawton joined The Children’s Medical Group in August of 2017, and we are very pleased to welcome her!

Kira grew up in Queens, NY, went to Hunter College, then med school at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. She did her residency at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital.

Kira Lawton, MD, FAAP

Robert Felix, M.D.

One of our newest physicians, Dr. Robert Felix joined The Children’s Medical Group in December, 2012. He earned his undergraduate degree at Emory University, attended the Medical University of South Carolina and did his residency at NYU/Bellevue Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Kaelyn Paulus, PA-C, joined the esteemed team at Children’s Medical Group in 2024, bringing a wealth of expertise and a passion for patient care. Kaelyn is a certified Physician Assistant, having graduated from Marist College, where she also completed her undergraduate studies.

Kaelyn Paulus, PA-C

Poughkeepsie

  • Monday - Friday:
  • 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

  • Saturday:
  • 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

  • Closed for Lunch:
  • 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

  • Phone: (845) 452-1700
  • Fax: (845) 452-1752