Rachael T. Pappa, DO

Milestone Pediatrics

“My goal as your child’s pediatrician is to provide the best care while fostering a supportive and trusting environment. I intend to build long-term relationships with my patients and their families, and to promote healthy lifestyles with a focus on wellness. I strive to deliver the most comprehensive care for your child from birth to young adulthood. I am interested in preventative care and caring for children from birth to adolescence. I enjoy educating families on safety and healthy living for children.”

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Accepting New Patients

Yes – Newborn Patients Only

Specialty

Pediatrics

Languages Spoken

English

Provider Background

About Rachael T. Pappa, DO

I like running, practicing yoga and playing tennis for fun. I love baking cakes and cookies, traveling, trying new local restaurants and spending time with my husband, family and friends. I was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. I feel so fortunate to be working in central Ohio, where I grew up and discovered my calling as a pediatrician.

Areas of Interest

  • Preventive Medicine

  • Newborn Care/Development

  • Child Safety

  • Adolescent Health

Residency

Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St. Vincent Ascension

Titles, Recognitions, Honors, & Awards

  • Xavier University Honors Program, Cum Laude 
  • Gold Humanism Honor Society

Associations & Organizations

American Academy of Pediatrics

Publications

  • Lehwald, Lenora, Rachael Pappa, Steward, Sally, de Los Reyes, Emily. Neuronal Cercoid Lipofuscinosis and Associated Sleep Abnormalities. Pediatric Neurology. June 2016; 59:30-35

Medical School

Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine - Dublin

Board Certification

American Board of Pediatrics

University

Xavier University

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Medical Mutual of Ohio (MMO)
  • Medical Mutual OhioHealth HMO
  • Meritain
  • Multiplan
  • OhioHealthy
  • OSU Health Plans
  • PHCS
  • PPO Connect
  • Trinity Health Plan - Aetna Administered
  • UnitedHealthcare

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Rachael T. Pappa, DO

Milestone Pediatrics

“ My goal as your child’s pediatrician is to provide the best care while fostering a supportive and trusting environment. I intend to build long-term relationships with my patients and their families, and to promote healthy lifestyles with a focus on wellness. I strive to deliver the most comprehensive care for your child from birth to young adulthood. I am interested in preventative care and caring for children from birth to adolescence. I enjoy educating families on safety and healthy living for children. ”

Gender

Female

Specialty

Pediatrics

Medical School

Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine - Dublin

Board Certification

American Board of Pediatrics

University

Xavier University

Languages Spoken

English

Accepting New Patients

Yes

Residency

Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St. Vincent Ascension

Titles, Recognitions, Honors, & Awards
  • Xavier University Honors Program, Cum Laude 
  • Gold Humanism Honor Society


Associations & Organizations

American Academy of Pediatrics



Publications
  • Lehwald, Lenora, Rachael Pappa, Steward, Sally, de Los Reyes, Emily. Neuronal Cercoid Lipofuscinosis and Associated Sleep Abnormalities. Pediatric Neurology. June 2016; 59:30-35