Meet the Doctor
World Class Expertise with a Memorable
Bedside Manner
Dr. Ronald Laracuente is a bilingual Florida native with extensive research and training in Pediatrics. His practice philosophy is to put children first with an emphasis on their emotional and nutritional wellbeing. His patients cherish his bedside manner, attention to detail, and approachable nature.​
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Dr. Laracuente completed his undergraduate degree in Biomedical Engineering at Harvard College. He went on to obtain his Medical Degree at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. He trained in Pediatric Medicine at the top children’s hospital in the world: Boston Children’s Hospital.​ He is board certified by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Dr. Laracuente’s expertise in Pediatrics extends from newborns to young adults: up to 22 years of age.
Our Services
Holistic Preventative Care
Dr. Laracuente uses a natural approach that empowers families to provide the best care for their children. This includes developmental screening and standard immunizations.
Asthma and Eczema
Using the latest medications and prescribing practices, Dr. Laracuente can help your child thrive without burdensome symptoms.
Newborn Circumcision
Dr. Laracuente performs elective newborn circumcision for infant's under 1 month of age. He uses a modern technique to reduce pain, prevent complications, and improve results.
Nutritional Health
Dr. Laracuente is an expert in childhood nutrition. Using practical advice and behavior change psychology, he helps families meet their nutritional goals.
Accessible Urgent Care
Dr. Laracuente offers many same-day and next-day appointments for acute complaints. Nurse triage is available over the phone after clinic hours.
Behavioral Health
Dr. Laracuente uses validated tools, clinical experience, and empathy to diagnose and treat a variety of behavioral and mental health conditions: including ADHD, depression, and anxiety.
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Address
First Physicians Group of Sarasota Memorial Hospital
5500 Pinebrook Road
Suite 201
North Venice, FL 34275
Contact
Phone: (941) 261-0200
Fax: (941) 261-0205
Hours
Mon - Fri:
8:00 am – 4:30 pm