Our Practice

Meet the Doc

Dr. Marion S. Pierson is a Board-Certified Pediatrician currently practicing in the Kansas City area. She received her medical degree from The University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) in 1993. After graduating from medical school, she completed her residency at Georgetown University Children’s Medical Center in Washington, DC. Since 1996, Dr. Pierson has been serving the Kansas City community. She started at Metropolitan Multi-Specialty Physician’s Group (MMPG) in Kansas City, KS. There, she provided care to children living in underserved communities. Later, she served as a pediatric partner at  Cradle Through College Care and Village Pediatrics. Her dedication and exceptional patient care has earned her multiple “Top Doctor” awards over the years. Most recently, she received the “Top Doctors of 2023” award by “KC Parent” magazine. She is also a Fellow of The American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAP). 

Over the years, Dr. Pierson has achieved a number of awards and recognitions not only in her field, but also within her community. These accolades include:

--Featured on PBS, Fox 4 News, KSHB-41 News and The Missouri Times

--Served as “Doctor of the Day” for the Missouri Senate

--Served as a Board Member in several community organizations

--Advocacy and volunteer work for “March of Dimes” and “SIDS Awareness 5K Walk”

--Partnering with “Boys Hope Girls Hope of Kansas City” to provide pro bono care to students in need

In her spare time, Dr. Pierson enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters. She also is the founder and board president of MO Hives KC, a non-profit community organization that converts vacant lots into honeybee farms across the state of Missouri. In 2022, she was named “Missouri Beekeeper of the Year” by Missouri State Beekeeper Association. 

“KC’s Top Doctors”
2023

Our mission is to create a personalized approach to modern medicine - Every family has a unique path. Let Elite Care Pediatrics share in your family’s journey

Our Mission

Elite Care Pediatrics has been caring for children in the Kansas City area starting summer of 2024. We take pride in providing efficient, quality care to all our patients.

Our Community

We realize each patient and family is unique; therefore, each treatment plan is tailored to the individual.

Personalized Care

Team Effort

Through close collaboration between our staff, patients and families, we strive to make every experience a positive and caring one.

We are committed to excellence and hope to form long lasting relationships with our patients and families.

Dedicated to Quality

MEET THE TEAM

Michaela LaBlance, RN, BSN, IBCLC 

NURSE/ADMINISTRATIVE LEAD & LACTATION CONSULTANT

In May of 2014, Michaela graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN). During her studies, she quickly realized her passions were Obstetrics and Pediatrics. Soon after graduating, she was hired at Village Pediatrics and part-time at Midwest Home Health Care. In 2015, she became a Lactation Educator (LE) through Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association (CAPPA). A few years later, her love for OB landed her a job at the Advent Health Birth Center. As a postpartum nurse, she was able to vastly expand her knowledge base while providing quality care to both moms and babies after delivery. Her nursing background includes experience in Telemetry, Pediatrics, Geriatrics and Mom/Baby. She serves as a Nurse, Lactation Consultant and Administrative Lead at Elite Care Pediatrics. Lactation appointments are available by appointment only through A Mother’s Touch Lactation Services, LLC. Outside of work, Michaela enjoys music, reading, gardening, cooking and spending time with her husband, Auston and son, Malachi.



Fun Facts : 

Favorite Song:
OMG, there’s no way I can choose just one!
- “Still” x Tamia
- “Diary” x Alicia Keys
- ”For Your Glory” x Tasha Cobbs Leonard
Favorite Movie Genre : Psychological Thriller 
Favorite Food : Cereal 
Favorite Season : Spring 

Jamie Falkner, LPN, IBCLC 

LEAD NURSE & LACTATION CONSULTANT

Jamie started her health care career as a Certified Nurses Aide (CNA), prior to graduating high school in 2008. This certification led her to the nursing home setting, where she provided care to geriatric patients for seven years.  After obtaining several years of valuable experience, Jamie decided to further her education. In 2014, she graduated from Kansas City Kansas Community College as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Soon after graduating, she began working at Village Pediatrics. While working as a pediatric nurse, she discovered a passion for providing breastfeeding support to mothers. In 2020, after completing the necessary coursework and clinical hours, Jamie became an Internationally Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).  She currently serves as both a Lead Nurse and Lactation Consultant. Her lactation services are available through A Mother’s Touch Lactation Services, LLC by appointment only. Outside of work, she loves cooking, gardening and spending time with her husband and two beautiful daughters.



Fun Facts :

Favorite Song : ”Give It All We Got Tonight” - George Strait 
Favorite Movie Genre : Rom-Com 
Favorite Food : BBQ
Favorite Season : Winter 

WHY DIRECT PRIMARY CARE (DPC)?

DPC Medicine is an emerging healthcare business model. This membership-based model allows patients unlimited visits, in-home options, 24/7 access to their medical team and longer appointment times. While standard fee-for-service providers get paid based on how many patients they see, DPC providers do not. This is why a typical doctor’s office only allows you 10-15 minutes with your provider and wait times can be up to an hour. For most healthcare providers, more patients = more money made.

In contrast, DPC providers are not paid based on the number of patients they see. This key component allows for fewer patients and more personalized care. There is no financial incentive for seeing 30 patients a day or being booked for months on end. By bypassing insurance, we are able to practice medicine by our terms without the hassles of insurance companies. Other DPC benefits can include:

  • Continuity of care (always seeing the same provider)

  • Limited use of waiting rooms

  • Same day appointments

  • Discounted cash pricing for labs and radiology

  • Stronger patient/provider relationships

  • Lower incidence of Emergency Room and Urgent Care visits