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Marlton, NJ – January 1, 2025 - Advocare, a physician-owned, multispecialty medical group with a network of over 800 providers, proudly expands its reach into Delaware by welcoming Delaware Pediatrics, with locations in Townsend and Wilmington. Led by Owners Drs. Hann-Deschaine, Gotthold, Franczyk and Callaghan, Delaware Pediatrics has served the children and families of our community with compassion and expertise. Their focus on personalized, high-quality healthcare is evidenced through their comprehensive services, including board-certified pediatricians, experienced nurse practitioners and physician assistants, in-hospital newborn care, same-day urgent appointments, and 24-hour physician availability by phone. With a mission to promote the physical, emotional, and social well-being of every child, Delaware Pediatrics has been a trusted partner for families navigating their healthcare journeys. Dr. Hann-Deschaine grew up enjoying the outdoors in Maine before attending Middlebury College, where he graduated summa cum laude in Psychology. He pursued his medical training through a unique program at Dartmouth’s Geisel School of Medicine and Brown University’s Alpert Medical School. After completing his pediatric residency at AI duPont Hospital for Children and Thomas Jefferson University, he served as Chief Resident before joining Delaware Pediatrics in 2004. Dr. Hann-Deschaine brings nearly two decades of dedication to pediatric care. Dr. Gotthold, a native of Merchantville, New Jersey, discovered his passion for pediatrics early on. He graduated from Franklin and Marshall College and Hahnemann University Medical College before completing his pediatric residency at Christiana Care, AI duPont Hospital for Children, and Thomas Jefferson University. Since taking over a well-established pediatric practice in Wilmington in 1994, Dr. Gotthold has remained committed to providing exceptional care. He is a Board-Certified pediatrician and Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Franczyk’s two decades of experience as a board-certified pediatrician reflect his unwavering commitment to children’s health. After earning his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania, he completed his residency at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Dr. Franczyk started his career in Delaware County before finding his medical home at Delaware Pediatrics. He is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Medical Society of Delaware, and the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Callaghan, a Long Island native, completed her undergraduate studies at Cornell University, where she gained invaluable research experience. She earned her medical degree at Stony Brook School of Medicine and completed her residency at AI duPont Hospital for Children and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Certified in pediatric and neonatal life support, Dr. Callaghan is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to children and their families. “We are delighted to welcome Delaware Pediatrics to the Advocare family. Their exceptional reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care aligns perfectly with our mission to enhance the health and well-being of families in every community we serve,” said Howard Orel, MD, President and CEO of Advocare. “This expansion into Delaware represents an exciting milestone for Advocare, as it allows us to extend our reach and provide vital pediatric services to even more children and families.” For more information or to schedule an appointment with Advocare Delaware Pediatrics, please visit www.advocaredepediatrics.com . ABOUT ADVOCARE Advocare, LLC ("Advocare") is a physician-owned and governed multi-specialty medical group operating in New Jersey and the greater Philadelphia metropolitan region. Founded in 1998 as an alliance of 26 physicians, Advocare has grown to become widely recognized and highly respected as one of the region's largest multi-specialty groups providing the highest-quality healthcare. With over 800 providers and over 250 Care Center offices, Advocare serves approximately 800,000 unique patients throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Advocare physicians are regularly recognized among the region's top doctors by both patients and consumer publications. PROVIDER CONTACT Mahbod Mohazzebi, MD Chairperson, Market Development Committee and Member, Executive Council mmohazzebi@advocaredoctors.com MARKETING/MEDIA CONTACT Diane Kidawa Director of Marketing 856-446-6529 x124 dkidawa1@advocaredoctors.com