Dunedin Pediatrics & Family strives to enhance the healthcare experience and improve patients' health through personalized care from an experienced, compassionate provider.
MEET THE DOC
Dr. Vivian Herrero
INTEGRATIVE PEDIATRICIAN
I didn't always want to be a pediatrician. I actually wanted to pursue OB/Gynecology! I attended the University of Texas School of Medicine in San Antonio. After a short time, I revised my plans and thought Family Medicine with OB care would be my heart's desire. But after having two children in medical school, and participating in the care of tiny newborns, I knew my heart was destined to pursue Pediatrics! During my time in medical school I was awarded a prestigious scholarship with the National Health Service Corps for my commitment to primary care. After graduation I moved on to a pediatric residency at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque. My husband sacrificed his career as a firefighter to help me take on the challenges that pediatric residency would bring for our young family. After completing residency, we were drawn to sunny Florida, where I was able to fulfill the terms of my scholarship at a local non-profit Community Health Center.
My personal dream was always to have a small community practice where I could develop personal relationships with the families I serve over a lifetime. With that ambition in mind, my family and I have worked diligently and sacrificed so much to start, build and maintain this beautiful practice. We appreciate the support of our local communities in the Tampa Bay Area over the last twelve years. It is an honor to serve you.
When I'm not in the office, I'm enjoying my lovely family! My daughters are 9 and 19. My sons are 6 and 23, and we were blessed with our first grandbaby this year! Our extended family also includes our son's BFF Isaiah. We were excited to celebrate his graduation this May from the US Naval Training Center in Great Lakes!!
So when I care for your little ones, you're also getting the priceless experience of a well-seasoned mom.
I am excited to announce that I completed a nationally recognized fellowship program in June 2025 in the field of Integrative Medicine and Ayurveda for Medical Professionals. I am committed to lifelong learning, and diving deeper into alternative and complementary modalities that may serve you much better than traditional "western medicine."
Please join us at Dunedin Pediatrics & Family!
Meet the Staff
Eliana Herrero
Client Care Specialist
Hello! My name is Eliana and yes, I am Dr. Vivian’s daughter. Now that I’m older I definitely see the resemblance! I’m 19 and recently graduated from Tarpon Springs High School. I may not have kids myself but growing up I helped my parents care for my two younger siblings. I loved seeing their milestones like walking and talking but it was funny to celebrate even the smaller things. I remember how surprised I was learning that toddlers don’t know how to jump and have to practice those kinds of things. I love the warm and homey nature of the practice my mom has created and how willing she is to go above and beyond for all her patients. You can find me at the front desk checking your lovely kiddos in, or on the phone trying to find the best time for your baby's next check-up.
