Dr. Ellen went to Rosemont College for a combined liberal arts and pre-med program, then to MCP Hahnemann University in Philadelphia for medical school. She decided to stay at MCP Hahnemann for a residency in Child Psychiatry and it was there that she realized her true passion was Pediatrics. After a brief stint in Psychiatry she started her journey as a Pediatric resident at St Christopher's Hospital for children in 2001. Her first job was at Holland Pediatrics in Bucks county from 2004-200...

Agnes Fagan, received a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry from Stockton University, a BSN from Rutgers University, and a Master of Science in Nursing from Villanova University where she graduated with honors.  Before working at Advocare Laurel Pediatrics, Agnes has worked as a clinical nurse, charge nurse, and preceptor in the Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant unit at CHOP.  In addition, she has served in a leadership role as a Safety and Quality Specialist.  Agnes is...

Dr. Jennifer McHugh is a board certified pediatrician and has been practicing in South Jersey since 2002.  She earned her medical degree from The Pennsylvania State University, where she was honored with both the Dean's Award for Academic Excellence and the Pediatric Award for Excellence.  She completed her residency at Children's National Medical Center in Washington, D.C. Dr. McHugh enjoys working with patients of all ages and pursues her special interests in developmental p...

Dr. Eric Dorn, MD, was certified by the American Board of Pediatrics in 2008 and is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.  He received a bachelor's degree with honors in liberal studies and medical humanities from the University of Delaware in 2001 and, through the "Medical Scholars Program," received his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in 2005.  Dr. Dorn completed his pediatric training at St. Christophers Hospital for Children and has practiced i...

Dr. Stacy Smith-Elfant has been a board certified Pediatrician since 1992.  She earned her medical degree at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and completed her residency at the Childrren's Hospital of Philadelphia.  Dr. Smith-Elfant who speaks Spanish fluently, enjoys seeing patients from birth through their college years. Her areas of interest include breast feeding, developmental/behavioral pediatrics, dermatology, and ADHD.  She has been recognized by ...

Bridget Bonner received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Widener University in 2017 and a Master of Science in Nursing from Villanova University in 2024. Before working at Advocare Laurel Pediatrics, she spent her time as a nurse working at Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware, on the rehabilitation, orthopedic, and neurology unit. She is a member of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing and the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners. Bridget looks forward to the continuity of care that primary care offers to both patients and their families.