Phone: (301) 984-0040 Text: (301) 346-9243 Fax: (866) 449-4067
Phone: (301) 984-0040 Text: (301) 346-9243 Fax: (866) 449-4067
Founder of The Village Pediatric. Board-Certified Pediatrician. Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine
Dr. Monica Pourrat is a trusted pediatrician with more than 20 years of experience caring for children and families. Born in Santiago, Chile, she earned her medical degree with honors from the Catholic University of Chile before moving to the U.S. to continue her training. She completed her pediatrics residency at Children’s National/Howard University Hospital in Washington, D.C., followed by a fellowship in Academic Pediatrics and Pediatric Environmental Health. During this time, she also earned a Master’s in Public Health at George Washington University, graduating with honors.
Families value Dr. Pourrat for her compassionate, holistic approach to pediatrics. She provides care that goes beyond checkups, supporting children’s growth, development, nutrition, and behavioral health. As a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine, she has a special interest in healthy lifestyle counseling and works closely with families to prevent and treat childhood obesity.
Her background as a physician, teacher, and researcher has shaped her belief that every child is unique and deserves personalized care that honors their family’s culture, language, and values.
Dr. Pourrat enjoys painting, gardening, exploring natural remedies, and creating herbal beauty products. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, she is committed to delivering compassionate, family-centered care to children of all backgrounds.
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Compassionate, bilingual pediatric care for kids of all ages.