About Pediatric Services of Springfield
The History Of Our Practice
This practice began in the 1950s when it was known as Dr. Ellsworth A. Twible, Inc. Dr. Twible was a wonderful pediatrician who practiced with caring, understanding, and a genuine love for children and their families while bringing knowledge and new pediatric ideas and insights into this area.
Dr. Leif Nordstrom joined Dr. Twible in 1981, and the practice name changed to Pediatric Services of Springfield in 1984. Since then, our physicians have cared for four generations of families with our first patients now bringing their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren to our practice.
Pediatric Services of Springfield is a modern pediatric practice with two convenient locations. We strive to provide compassionate, quality, evidence-based care of newborns, infants, children, and adolescents in a professional, respectful and friendly environment. The principles of our practice, established in the 1950s, is to continue to provide comprehensive, accessible, personalized, and proficient pediatric healthcare while maintaining high ethical standards and professionalism in all we do. It is our intent to partner with our families to promote prevention and a healthy lifestyle and support families in the challenges that they may face in raising their child.
We are committed to helping make a difference in your child's overall health and well-being as we also strive to make a difference in the diverse communities we serve. We understand that choosing a pediatrician is a very important decision for you and your family. We are always happy to meet with parents prior to delivery so that you may get to know us and our office. We have a unique opportunity to provide guidance and education for families. We specialize in general pediatric healthcare and focus our practice on preventative medicine. Call 413-525-1870 to book an appointment.
Meet our Doctors
Dr. Leif Nordstrom
Dr. Nordstrom is a native of Sweden and graduated from Tufts University. In 1978 he graduated from Karolinska Institute School of Medicine in Stockholm, Sweden, and completed his internship at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. Board-certified in pediatrics, Dr. Nordstrom is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and a clinical instructor for Tufts University School of Medicine.
Dr. Mark Belemjian
Dr. Belemjian is a graduate of Albany Medical College of Union University in 1984. He completed his residency at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, Massachusetts in 1991. Dr. Belemjian was awarded the National Merit Scholarship in 1980, Presidential Classroom in 1990, and the B. Jermain Savage Scholarship in 1982. He is the vice-chairman of the parish council at St. Marks Armenian Church in Springfield and a volunteer at the Ronald McDonald House.
Dr. Adam Kasper
Dr. Kasper is was the Chief Pediatric Resident at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA and will complete his residency in June 2017. Born and raised in East Longmeadow , Dr. Kasper is a 2005 graduate of East Longmeadow High School. He continued his education at Lehigh University and Temple University Medical School. Dr. Kasper joined Pediatric Services in August of 2017.
Dr. Robert Leavitt
Pediatric Services is excited to welcome Dr. Robert Leavitt to our team!
A dedicated pediatrician with over 20 years of experience, Dr. Leavitt founded Meadows Pediatrics, where he practiced compassionate and expert care to the community.
Born and raised in Longmeadow, MA, Dr. Leavitt graduated from Trinity College, went on to attend Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons for medical school, and completed his residency at Brown University. His extensive experience and commitment to pediatric care make him a valuable addition to our team.
Patients of Dr. Leavitt & Meadows Pediatrics please email our medical records department for patient transfer information.
medrecords@pediatricservices.org
Meet our Pediatric Nurse Practitioners
Susan W. Kearney, P.N.P.
Susan Kearney, MS PNP, graduated with a Master of Science in Nursing from Boston College in 1987 (Alpha Sigma Nu National Honors Society). Prior to working with Pediatric Services, Susan worked at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield for 13 years in the Department of Pediatrics. Susan is affiliated with the Western Massachusetts National Association of Pediatric Nurse Associates and Practitioners and The Massachusetts Coalition of Nurse Practitioners. Susan has been with Pediatric Services since June 1999.
Rachel Tartaglia, C.P.N.P., IBCLC
Rachel Tartaglia is a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. She graduated from the University of Massachusetts with a Master's degree in Pediatric Nursing in 2000. She began her career in 1992 as a Pediatric Nurse working in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Baystate Medical Center. She then proceeded to work in the community as a Pediatric Early Childhood Developmental Specialist and Pediatric Home Care Nurse. Rachel has practiced as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in various settings, including two private pediatric practices and the Springfield school system, providing care to children and their families.
Dr. Neil Nordstrom
Neil Nordstrom is a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner. He graduated from the University of Massachusetts with a Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree in 2012. He began his career in 1998 as a Critical Care Nurse working in the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit and later went on to work in Pediatrics. He has been with Pediatric Services since 2000 and is currently providing care to children and their families for a wide variety of urgent and primary care concerns.
Samantha Beaudoin-Kibler, F.N.P.
Samantha Beaudoin-Kibler is a 2012 graduate of Chicopee Comprehensive High School and now a resident of Chicopee. She continued her education at American International College where Samantha obtained a BSN & Master of Science in Nursing, with a Family Nurse Practitioner Concentration. We are so happy to have her on our team!
Dr. Christopher Diaz
Chris is a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner. He graduated from Minnechaug Regional High School in 2013 and completed his Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Quinnipiac University in 2017. He continued his education completing a Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Massachusetts Amherst in 2023. He offers 6 years of emergency/trauma nursing experience at several level one trauma centers and works as a nursing faculty member at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Chris is excited to begin his NP career in pediatrics.
Meaghan Baker, NP
We are excited to welcome our newest nurse practitioner Meaghan Baker to our Pediatric Services team!