meet our team
Erin C. Markham, APRN
Nurse Practitioner
Languages spoken:
English & Spanish
Q&A with Erin
What is your favorite animated movie or cartoon?
I love the classic Disney movies like the Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast.
What is your favorite children's book and why?
I don't have a single favorite book but I do remember reading the Little Golden books which I really enjoyed.
What was your favorite childhood toy?
My favorite toy as a child is a stuffed puppy dog that my mom gave me as a newborn. I still have it to this day.
Who is your greatest inspiration and why?
My parents. I have learned so much from them about how to be a good person and successful in life. Family means a lot to me.
What are your hobbies and interests outside of work?
Golf, weight lifting, and traveling.
What inspired you to work in pediatrics?
My dad inspired me to work in the healthcare field. He is a retired firefighter paramedic. I admired him growing up and he is the reason I became a nurse and started my career in the emergency department.
What unique qualities, skills, or services set you apart, and how do you build a positive rapport with patients and their families?
I have an extensive background in emergency medicine and I think this has helped me not only recognize acute illness and administer prompt treatment, but also has exposed me to different cultures and backgrounds. I feel that effective communication is key when dealing with patients and families.
How do you accommodate patients with special needs?
We accommodate all patients in the office. The facility is physically accessible, including ramps, wide doorways, and accessible restrooms. We also offer translation services.
University of South Alabama, Mobile, AL (2014 - 2016)
Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
AANP
la Dra Melissa es excelente.
(Translated by Google) Everyone is very kind. And Dr. Melissa is excellent. (Original) Todos son muy amables. Y la Dra Melissa es excelente.
Magdaly R.
Dr. Melisa and the staff is amazing.
Dr. Melisa and the staff is amazing
Marie P.
They feel comfortable communicating with her and they work together to come up with a plan regarding their health care needs.
We have been seeing South Lake Ped (Now Pediatric Assoc) for several years and I would highly recommend them especially their nurse practitioner Erin. She takes the time to listen and reassure my teenage daughters. They feel comfortable communicating with her and they work together to come up with a plan regarding their health care needs.
Michele T.
me gustó como trataron mi niña.
(Translated by Google) Very kind, I liked how they treated my girl. (Original) Muy amables me gustó como trataron mi niña
Coral rosa A.
Melissa Zegerra Bustamante is amazing.
Melissa Zegerra Bustamante is amazing. I really couldn't have asked for a better pediatrician for my daughter Paisley. Thank you so much for all that you do.
jordan h.
se preocupan por hacer una buena consulta a los niños.
(Translated by Google) Excellent service, they really care about giving children a good consultation. My children were seen by Dr. Melissa, who was very professional. (Original) Excelente atención, de verdad se preocupan por hacer una buena consulta a los niños, mis hijos fueron atendidos por la Dra. Melissa, muy profesional.
Yoberglys T.
Excellent service.
(Translated by Google) Excellent service and pleasant staff (Original) Excelente atención y agradable personal
Norca M.
Doctors are great and very caring!
Doctors are great and very caring! Staff are wonderful and kind.
teeah a.
very professional.
Dr Zegarra-Bustamante is by far the best doctor my girls have been seen by, she listens to our concerns and explains everything in an easy way we can understand both Spanish and English, very professional, always very friendly. I drive an hour just for my kids to be seen by her and it’s always worth it 😊
Rafaela B.
This is the good pediatric clinic to visit.
This is the good pediatric clinic to visit. But, I think when the nurses taking the children’s vital signs ( including how tall? How much weight? ) should inform right away the children’ s guardians, not just for their own reports. The name tags are needed, because we confuse who they are?
Michael T.
Great service.
Great service
Sabrina B.
Dr. Zegarra is extremely attentive and dedicated to her patients.
(Translated by Google) An excellent team! My grandson is happy every time we go, and Dr. Zegarra is extremely attentive and dedicated to her patients. Thank you so much... (Original) Un equipo de trabajo Excelente 👌 mi Nieto se siente contento vaga vez que vamos y la Dra. Zegarra es super atenta y dedicada a sus pacientes. Muchas gracias...
A R.
this office is so wonderful.
I love them thos office is so wonderful. Great customer service very thorough service
Tanisha F.
The office staff and physicians are fantastic.
The office staff and physicians are fantastic.
Mila E.
Excelente atencion.
(Translated by Google) Excellent service (Original) Excelente atencion
Maria Victoria Alvarez S.
Dr. Melissa Zegarra is the best.
Excellent customer service. The nurses are really sweet. Dr. Melissa Zegarra is the best. My kids love her.
Se ofia f.
I love Dr Nallamshetty, he’s very good with the kiddos.
I love going to pediatric associates. I love Dr Nallamshetty, he’s very good with the kiddos. My daughter has also seen other providers on different days, everyone has been amazing. Wait time is fast, I never have to wait long to see a provider. Great pediatric office overall.
Conqueror L.
Great medical and reception service.
(Translated by Google) Excellent medical and reception service. The entire staff is a 10! (Original) Ótimo atendimento médico e na recepção. Toda equipe nota 10!
MIDIÃ A.
First experience was great.
First experience was great the Dr was very thorough and they were very professional in every way I’m hoping that it stays that way
Herbie J.
Nurse Erin and all the staff are terrific.
Nurse Erin and all the staff are terrific ,
Remimi2017
la Dra Melissa es excelente.
(Translated by Google) Everyone is very kind. And Dr. Melissa is excellent. (Original) Todos son muy amables. Y la Dra Melissa es excelente.
Magdaly R.
Dr. Melisa and the staff is amazing.
Dr. Melisa and the staff is amazing
Marie P.
They feel comfortable communicating with her and they work together to come up with a plan regarding their health care needs.
We have been seeing South Lake Ped (Now Pediatric Assoc) for several years and I would highly recommend them especially their nurse practitioner Erin. She takes the time to listen and reassure my teenage daughters. They feel comfortable communicating with her and they work together to come up with a plan regarding their health care needs.
Michele T.
me gustó como trataron mi niña.
(Translated by Google) Very kind, I liked how they treated my girl. (Original) Muy amables me gustó como trataron mi niña
Coral rosa A.
Melissa Zegerra Bustamante is amazing.
Melissa Zegerra Bustamante is amazing. I really couldn't have asked for a better pediatrician for my daughter Paisley. Thank you so much for all that you do.
jordan h.
se preocupan por hacer una buena consulta a los niños.
(Translated by Google) Excellent service, they really care about giving children a good consultation. My children were seen by Dr. Melissa, who was very professional. (Original) Excelente atención, de verdad se preocupan por hacer una buena consulta a los niños, mis hijos fueron atendidos por la Dra. Melissa, muy profesional.
Yoberglys T.
Excellent service.
(Translated by Google) Excellent service and pleasant staff (Original) Excelente atención y agradable personal
Norca M.
Doctors are great and very caring!
Doctors are great and very caring! Staff are wonderful and kind.
teeah a.
very professional.
Dr Zegarra-Bustamante is by far the best doctor my girls have been seen by, she listens to our concerns and explains everything in an easy way we can understand both Spanish and English, very professional, always very friendly. I drive an hour just for my kids to be seen by her and it’s always worth it 😊
Rafaela B.
This is the good pediatric clinic to visit.
This is the good pediatric clinic to visit. But, I think when the nurses taking the children’s vital signs ( including how tall? How much weight? ) should inform right away the children’ s guardians, not just for their own reports. The name tags are needed, because we confuse who they are?
Michael T.
Great service.
Great service
Sabrina B.
Dr. Zegarra is extremely attentive and dedicated to her patients.
(Translated by Google) An excellent team! My grandson is happy every time we go, and Dr. Zegarra is extremely attentive and dedicated to her patients. Thank you so much... (Original) Un equipo de trabajo Excelente 👌 mi Nieto se siente contento vaga vez que vamos y la Dra. Zegarra es super atenta y dedicada a sus pacientes. Muchas gracias...
A R.
this office is so wonderful.
I love them thos office is so wonderful. Great customer service very thorough service
Tanisha F.
The office staff and physicians are fantastic.
The office staff and physicians are fantastic.
Mila E.
Excelente atencion.
(Translated by Google) Excellent service (Original) Excelente atencion
Maria Victoria Alvarez S.
Dr. Melissa Zegarra is the best.
Excellent customer service. The nurses are really sweet. Dr. Melissa Zegarra is the best. My kids love her.
Se ofia f.
I love Dr Nallamshetty, he’s very good with the kiddos.
I love going to pediatric associates. I love Dr Nallamshetty, he’s very good with the kiddos. My daughter has also seen other providers on different days, everyone has been amazing. Wait time is fast, I never have to wait long to see a provider. Great pediatric office overall.
Conqueror L.
Great medical and reception service.
(Translated by Google) Excellent medical and reception service. The entire staff is a 10! (Original) Ótimo atendimento médico e na recepção. Toda equipe nota 10!
MIDIÃ A.
First experience was great.
First experience was great the Dr was very thorough and they were very professional in every way I’m hoping that it stays that way
Herbie J.
Nurse Erin and all the staff are terrific.
Nurse Erin and all the staff are terrific ,
Remimi2017