"A hundred years from now it will not matter what my bank account was, the sort of house I lived in, or the kind of car I drove...but the world may be different because I was important in the life of a child."

- Forest E. Witcraft

Dr. Zhang is a board-certified pediatrician with over 30 years of clinical experience. She obtained her medical degree and completed her Cardiology Fellowship at Xian Medical University and her residency training in Pediatrics at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center and Saint Barnabas Medical Center. In addition, Dr. Zhang holds a Ph.D. degree in Medicine with a focus on hypertension research from the Department of Medicine at Queensland University in Australia.

Throughout her rigorous academic training, Dr. Zhang developed her passion for providing high-quality care to children. She has since dedicated her career to this mission, providing care that ensures the healthy development and growth of her young patients.

Dr. Zhang is known for her down-to-earth approach and her ability to connect with children and families from diverse backgrounds. She is fluent in Chinese, and with the aid of highly trained and bilingual medical staff, she also has extensive experience working with non-English speaking families. She is excited to draw upon her expertise and passion for pediatric care to serve the patients of Midland Pediatrics.

In addition to her medical training, Dr. Zhang has a keen interest in cultural diversity and has traveled extensively throughout Asia, Europe, and North America. In her free time, Dr. Zhang enjoys cooking, dancing, and spending time with her family.

Dr. Li Zhang

M.D., Ph.D.
Pediatrician and Founder

  • Linan Ni

    Office Manager

    Mr. Linan Ni is a founding staff member and the office manager of Midland Pediatrics, where he has dedicated his time to the growth of the practice over the last two decades. He received his Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and his Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering from New South Wales University in Australia. For over a decade, he has worked in the healthcare setting and understands the importance of providing excellent customer service and quality healthcare to patients.

    As the office manager, Mr. Ni is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our practice. He manages our finances and ensures our staff is adequately resourced to provide the highest quality of care. Outside of work, Mr. Ni enjoys spending time with his family.

  • Irasema "Ira" Pareja

    Medical Staff Manager

    Irasema has over 10 years of experience in the healthcare industry as a billing and coding specialist. In 2020, she received her certified medical assistant degree to further advance her expertise in the medical field. Irasema has been an integral part of Midland Pediatrics since 2020. With all her credentials, she has vast knowledge in every aspect of the practice, including medical billing and coding, patient services, medical assistance, phlebotomy, and EKG technology.

    Originally from Peru, Irasema has resided in New Jersey for the past 26 years. Upon visiting our office, Irasema will greet you with a warm welcome. She will be able to provide appropriate medical counseling and answer any questions you have regarding your child's healthcare.

  • Susan Diaz

    Medical Assistant

    Susan is a Medical Assistant with a passion for her work. Guided by her love of working with children, she completed both her Teacher Assessment Certification and her Medical Assistant Certification to better prepare for a career in this fulfilling field. When you visit Midland Pediatrics, Susan will greet you with a warm smile and provide you with patient education. She enjoys working with Dr. Zhang's young patients and their families to help them make good healthcare choices.

  • Isabel Horruitiner

    Administrative Coordinator

    Isabel has over two decades of experience working as a secretary and typist. Born in Lima, Peru, she immigrated to the US in search of a brighter future and was raised in a loving home. Isabel joined Dr. Zhang and her team in the midst of the pandemic and has since embraced the opportunity to work in the healthcare industry. She takes great pride in her work and enjoys interacting with the children she loves and their families. Her family brings her happiness, and she looks forward to growing with the Midland Pediatrics family.

  • Brenda Chauca Diaz

    Administrative Coordinator

    Brenda has been working in the healthcare industry since graduating from college. She is adaptable and self-driven, with a background filled with diverse work and life experiences. Brenda is also a Navy veteran, having served as a Naval Engineer and Firefighter onboard the USS Kearsarge. Additionally, she is bilingual and fluent in Spanish. Brenda holds a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Manhattan College.

We Are Growing

Midland Pediatrics is a growing practice dedicated to providing exceptional care for children. We are currently looking to expand our team to better serve our patients and their families. If you are passionate about working with children and are committed to providing compassionate and personalized care, we would love to hear from you.