(205) 879-7888 | 2815 Independence Drive | Birmingham, AL 35209
Dr. Stansell is a native of Rome, GA, and received his undergraduate degree from Berry College with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. He attended the Medical College of Georgia on an Air Force scholarship and graduated with honors. Following graduation, Dr. Stansell completed his residency in pediatrics at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, MS, followed by assignments in Lajes Field, Azores, and Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery, AL. After leaving the Air Force, he joined Alabama Pediatrics in July 2000.
Dr. Stansell is a board certified pediatrician, a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, a member of the Medical Association of the State of Alabama, the Jefferson County Medical Society and Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.
Active in his community, he serves as a member of the Homewood City Parks and Recreation Board. He is the medical director for multiple programs within the Homewood City Schools and Vestavia City Schools systems. He is an active member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Homewood, and has coached youth baseball and basketball for over 10 years.
Dr. Stansell is married to Laura Anne Ray Stansell and has 2 sons, Aaron and Avery.
A native of Tuscaloosa, AL, Dr. O'Neil graduated from the University of Alabama summa cum laude with a B.A. in Telecommunication and Film in 2004. She received her medical degree from the UAB School of Medicine in 2008 then moved to Winston Salem, North Carolina for her pediatric internship and residency at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, Brenner Children's Hospital. Dr. O'Neil remained in North Carolina after residency and worked as a general pediatrician in Winston Salem and Raleigh. She and her husband James, an otolaryngologist, moved back to Birmingham in the fall of 2017.
Dr. O'Neil is a board certified pediatrician. While in North Carolina she was featured on several local television stations and served as an Instructor of Clinical Skills Training at the Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. O'Neil has two sons and enjoys spending time with family and cheering on the Crimson Tide.
Dr. Pelham is a native of Homewood, having grown up just around the corner from Alabama Pediatrics. After graduating from The Altamont School, Dr. Pelham received his undergraduate degree from Davidson College in Psychology in 2010. He then received a master’s degree in Biology from UAB in 2013, his Medical Degree from UAB School of Medicine in 2017, and completed his pediatric residency at LeBonheur Children’s Hospital and St. Jude Children’s Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. After completing one year of additional training in pediatric endocrinology, Dr. Pelham joined Alabama Pediatrics in July 2021.
Dr. Pelham is a board-certified pediatrician, a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the Medical Association of the State of Alabama. As an active member of Independent Presbyterian Church, he is involved with their food pantry’s efforts to battle community food insecurities. His interests include diabetes, childhood obesity, and childhood mental health.
Dr. Pelham and his wife Erin were married in January 2022.
Dr. Allen is a native of Hoover, Alabama. After graduating from Hoover High School, she completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with Honors at the University of Alabama in 2003 and received her medical degree from UAB School of Medicine in 2007. After completing her residency in pediatrics at UAB in 2010, Dr. Allen served as Chief Resident before entering private practice at Pediatrics West. Dr. Allen joined Alabama Pediatrics in July 2024. In addition to her general pediatric practice, Dr. Allen is certified in nutrition and personal training as well as a certified wellness coach. She provides consultation with patients 10 years and older, allowing young athletes to meet their nutritional needs while maximizing their athletic performance. She also provides general nutritional counseling for those patients who are seeking more formal guidance on maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Dr. Allen is a board-certified pediatrician, a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, is a member of the Medical Association of the State of Alabama, and the Jefferson County Medical Society. She is actively involved at Shades Crest Baptist Church. In her free time Dr. Allen enjoys spending time with her husband, Matthew, and her children, Brady and Molly.
We have four pediatricians dedicated to serving you and your child.
All of our doctors are certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
In order to meet your child's needs for health care, we are open Monday through Saturday.
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