Advocare Welcomes Ridgewood Pediatrics

Marlton, NJ – July 1, 2025 - Advocare, a physician-owned, multispecialty medical group with a network of over 800 providers, proudly announces the addition of Ridgewood Pediatrics in Ridgewood, New Jersey, to its growing family of Care Centers.

Founded in 2005 by Dr. Ewa Dziarmaga and Dr. Joanna Zabek-Gallegos, Ridgewood Pediatrics has long been a trusted provider of pediatric care for families across Northern New Jersey and beyond. The practice is known for its commitment to delivering high-quality medical services, promoting comprehensive health education, and fostering compassionate, family-centered care. Located in Bergen County, Ridgewood Pediatrics offers a full range of pediatric services, including immunizations, routine physicals, same-day urgent appointments, and sports physicals.


Dr. Ewa Dziarmaga earned her medical degree with honors from the Medical Academy in Lublin, Poland, and completed her pediatric residency at St. Joseph Hospital and Medical Center in Paterson, NJ. Board Certified since 1997, Dr. Dziarmaga has served as an attending physician at The Valley Hospital in Ridgewood and is known for her deep commitment to both clinical excellence and community care.


Dr. Joanna Zabek-Gallegos graduated with highest honors from the Medical School in Wroclaw, Poland, and also completed her pediatric residency at St. Joseph's Hospital. She received the Continuity Clinic Award in 1997 for her outstanding outpatient care and has maintained Board Certification since 1998. Before co-founding Ridgewood Pediatrics, Dr. Zabek-Gallegos practiced at Primecare Pediatrics and The Valley Hospital, where she continues to hold admitting privileges.


“We are excited to welcome Ridgewood Pediatrics and Drs. Dziarmaga and Zabek-Gallegos to Advocare,” said Howard Orel, MD, President and CEO of Advocare. “Their longstanding commitment to pediatric excellence and compassionate care aligns seamlessly with our mission. We look forward to supporting their continued service to families in the Ridgewood community.”


For more information or to schedule an appointment with Advocare Ridgewood Pediatrics, please visit www.advocareridgewoodpediatrics.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 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 
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Committee and Member, Executive Council 
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