Melinda Holliday, MD, FAAP

Melinda M. Holliday, MD, FAAP

Pediatrics
4.7of 5 | (153) | View Reviews
About our provider ratings

ARC Bastrop Ages seen: 0 - 17 Languages: Spanish Joined ARC: 2019

About Melinda M. Holliday, MD, FAAP

  • Dr. Holliday currently has long wait times for new patients. Please see below for physicians she recommends to new patients wanting to transfer or establish care at ARC.

    If Dr. Holliday is your primary care physician, please book your appointment via your ARC MyChart account or call 512-ARC-INFO (512-272-4636).

    ARC South 1st Specialty and Pediatrics

    Dr. Holliday grew up in Las Vegas, NV. In her free time, she can be found spending time with her young daughter and two dogs, doing yoga, or being active outside. Dr. Holliday’s favorite area locale is the Hike & Bike Trail.

I chose a career in medicine, specifically pediatrics, because I believe education and prevention are key to optimal health. I have a specific passion for adolescent medicine, and I really enjoy developing long-term relationships with my patients and their parents based on mutual respect and trust. It is so much fun to watch my patients grow up, and it is my honor to play a role in their physical and emotional development.

Services

Behavioral Evaluation

Behavioral Evaluation

ARC Pediatrics provides behavioral evaluations to gather information to help your child and family.

Developmental and Autism Screening

Developmental and Autism Screening

Developmental and Autism screenings are tests that help diagnose developmental challenges in children.

Flu Shots

Flu Shots

A flu vaccine can help prevent flu-related visits to the doctor each year. CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older get vaccinated every flu season.

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Fluoride Varnish for Children

Fluoride Varnish for Children

Regular dental care should begin by 1 year of age, with a dental check-up at least twice each year for most children. Some children may need check-ups more often.

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Hearing Screenings for School-Age Children

Hearing Screenings for School-Age Children

Hearing screenings are tests to help identify hearing loss in children and its severity.

Lactation Support

Lactation Support

If you choose to breastfeed, your ARC pediatrician, ob/gyn, and care team can provide advice and recommendations. We also partner with Breastfeeding Success (BFS) to help new parents fwith specialized educational materials, classes, and visits with a lactation consultant, as needed.

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Newborn Hearing Screenings

Newborn Hearing Screenings

Hearing loss screenings for newborns help determine if your baby has hearing loss.

Pediatric Eye Exam

Pediatric Eye Exam

ARC pediatric eye exams check eye health and scan for amblyopia risk factors, blurry vision, farsightedness, nearsightedness, vision loss, and more.

Pediatric Immunizations

Pediatric Immunizations

Immunizations are a safe, effective way to protect children from diseases, including some cancers, as well as hospitalization, disability, and death. It is important to maintain routine immunizations during a pandemic or other public health emergency to prevent further outbreaks.

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Pediatric Mental Health

Pediatric Mental Health

When you have concerns about your child’s mental or behavioral health, your ARC pediatrician can conduct a screening or refer you to a provider who can determine the kind of help you need and help you access the right resources for your child.

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Pediatric Newborn Visits

Pediatric Newborn Visits

Our dedicated pediatricians offer comprehensive 3-day and 2-week newborn visits designed to ensure the health and well-being of your newest family member.

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Telemedicine Visits

Telemedicine Visits

ARC offers telemedicine visits for primary and specialty care. Doctors can quickly evaluate you for a new health issue or follow up with you via a phone call or video visit from the comfort of your home.

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Well-Check Exam

Well-Check Exam

A well-check exam focuses on maintaining your child’s health and is a time to discuss preventive care. Our doctors and APCs cover growth, development, immunization updates, health, safety, nutrition, physical fitness, puberty, acne, learning, behavioral questions, and family and social concerns.

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Locations & Hours

Credentials

  • Board Certifications
    Board Certified in Pediatrics
  • Medical School
    Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Mexico, 2000
  • Residency
    Beth Israel Medical Center, New York, New York, 2004
  • Education
    BS in Biology, University of California at San Diego, San Diego, CA, 1994
  • Professional Positions
    • Fellow, American Academy of Pediatrics
    • Member, Travis County Medical Society

Patient Reviews

OVERALL PROVIDER RATING

Rating based on "Did the healthcare provider or doctor provide the care you expected?"

4.7out of 5
  • November 12, 2024

    Everyone in the office from the desk attendant, to the nurse, to Dr. Holliday were very friendly. Even better that things seemed to run on time with very little waiting. Glad to be in their care!

  • October 28, 2024

    She is a good dr but too overbooked. Her time is very brief, it is hard to get an appointment and I don’t feel like we get the level of care we would get in the city with a Dr who has more time.

  • October 25, 2024

    The dr was thorough, friendly, and interacted really well with my son. I would bring my children back to see her.

  • October 21, 2024

    Dr. Holliday made us wait over an hour and a half to see her with zero updates from staff on when she would be in to see us. Appointment was at 345pm, Dr didn't come in our room until 510pm. I felt very rushed, and that my concerns about my daughter were not of any importance to her. I will be changing pediatricians ASAP.

  • October 2, 2024

    Love the nurse and doctor. They were amazing.

  • September 26, 2024

    Mrs. Holliday was extremely helpful and patient the nurse staffs as well.