About Us

About Us

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About Dr. Ritu Khullar

Ritu Khullar, M.D. FAAP, is board certified in Pediatrics and is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr Khullar has a broad background with several years of pediatric experience. She has earned a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and a minor in Chemistry at Stockton University in NJ. Dr Khullar earned her medical degree at Ross University School of Medicine and completed her Pediatric Residency at Albany Medical Center, as well as her final year at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY. During her residency training she provided free medical service as part of a medical mission through the Himalayan Exchange Program. Dr. Khullar has always treated each and every patient as a family by giving as much time required to answer as many questions to put the family at ease. She is extremely compassionate and has amazing diagnostic skills. She prides herself in caring about the “whole” patient and not just their medical diagnosis. She also gets involved in their psychological, emotional, and social needs.

Previous to starting her own practice, Dr. Khullar worked at Ivy Pediatrics (Urgent Care), as well as Brick Pediatrics.. She was on staff for Jersey Shore Medical Center as well as Ocean Medical Center, and in charge for rounding on newborn babies and inpatient care.

Dr Khullar has special interests in ADHD/Anxiety therapy, infants to age 21, well check exams, asthma management, and weight loss. Dr. Khullar is fluent in Hindi as well. She is mother of a 9 year old son and adores him. Her hobbies include traveling, trying ethnic cuisines, reading motivational books, and spending time with her family. She looks forward to meeting you and caring for your child/children and welcoming you to the GoldStar Pediatric Family!!

About Hannah Killion

Hannah Killion serves as the Office Manager at Goldstar Pediatrics, where she ensures that our practice runs smoothly and families receive exceptional, compassionate care from the moment they walk through our doors. She oversees daily operations, manages scheduling, supports our clinical team, and maintains clear, consistent communication with families to create a welcoming and efficient experience.

With over six years of experience working with children—first as a teacher and later as a pediatric medical assistant—Hannah brings a strong foundation in child-centered care and family support. Since joining Goldstar Pediatrics 1.5 years ago, she has become an integral part of our team, continuously enhancing our workflow and strengthening the patient experience.

Hannah is dedicated to making every visit as seamless and positive as possible so providers can focus on caring for children, and families can feel confident and supported every step of the way.

Outside of work, Hannah enjoys traveling, snowboarding, and practicing yoga. She looks forward to meeting your family and helping ensure your experience at Goldstar Pediatrics is exceptional.

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About Dayana Chacon

Dayana Chacon, CCMA, has over 6 years of experience in the health field, with most of her career dedicated to caring for children. Her strong clinical background and warm, child-centered approach make her an essential part of the care team. She joined Goldstar Pediatrics fourth months ago and has quickly become a trusted support for families. She is passionate about promoting health, comfort, and confidence in every patient she meets. Outside of work, enjoys working out, taking walks, and watching her favorite TV shows. She looks forward to caring for you and your family here at Goldstar Pediatrics.

About Stacy Chapnick

Stacy Chapnick, PA-C was born and raised in Staten Island, NY and moved to NJ in 2011. She has a BS in Biology from SUNY Binghamton University as well as a BS in Physician Assistant Studies from SUNY Downstate University.  She has several years of experience working with the pediatric population and has also worked in Orthopedics, Neurology, and Pain management.  Stacy lives in Monmouth County with her husband and two daughters.  When she isn’t working, she enjoys cooking, reading, shopping, and traveling. She looks forward to meeting and caring for you and your family here at Goldstar Pediatrics.

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