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Dr. Daniela Atanassova-Lineva, MD - Physician, Board Certified in Pediatrics in Rego Park, New York

Dr. Daniela Atanassova-Lineva, MD

Physician, Board Certified in Pediatrics

Rego Park, New York
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NPI: 1639106297· License: 229545 (NY) verify
Industry payments (2025): $204 across 3 payments (what this means)
4.79(239 ratings)

About

Dr. Daniela Atanassova-Lineva is a Board Certified Pediatrician practicing in Rego Park, New York. She focuses on educating parents about their children's health needs. Dr. Atanassova-Lineva provides detailed guidance on infectious diseases like conjunctivitis, explaining types, symptoms, and appropriate treatments. She emphasizes judicious antibiotic use, noting that many conditions, such as asymptomatic bacteriuria and upper respiratory infections, often do not require them. Her care extends to infant development, discussing milestones like tear production and the benefits of mirror play for vocabulary and coordination. She also advises on habit breaking, like thumb sucking, recommending positive reinforcement. Dr. Atanassova-Lineva educates on infant nutrition, advocating for breast milk, preferring cow milk-based formulas, and discouraging juice for infants. She highlights the impact of screen time on cognitive development, recommending avoidance before age two, and promotes preventive measures like flu vaccinations and Kangaroo Care for infant well-being and bonding. Her practice, Peds4Kids, is open daily except Sundays, with extended hours on Thursdays. Appointments can be booked by calling (718) 268-9100.

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Specialties

  • Physician, Board Certified in Pediatrics

Procedures & Services

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Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Each figure below is the average of the total costs patients reported in their own published reviews of Dr. Daniela Atanassova-Lineva, with the number of reports and the years they were written. Prices are not adjusted for inflation and are not a quote: your final cost is set at consultation and depends on your specific medical needs. How we calculate these prices

Vampire Facelift

$1,200

1 patient report · 2018

Below typicalTypical nationally: $1,500–$2,000 (median $1,500, 9 reports) compare ↗

Sculpsure

$1,900

Average of 4 patient reports · 2018

About typicalTypical nationally: $1,213–$2,963 (median $1,700, 54 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Daniela Atanassova-Lineva

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What are the different types of conjunctivitis, their symptoms, and progression?
Viral conjunctivitis is the most common type, presenting with red, teary, sandy-feeling, and burning eyes, typically starting in one eye and spreading to the second within 24-48 hours. Bacterial conjunctivitis involves mucopurulent discharge, sticky, crusted eyes, and also spreads to the second eye within 24-48 hours. Allergic conjunctivitis is usually bilateral with teary and itchy eyes. Conjunctivitis is highly contagious and transmitted via direct contact.
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What are the treatment recommendations and activity restrictions for conjunctivitis?
Viral conjunctivitis typically does not require treatment, though symptomatic cases may use antihistamine drops. Bacterial conjunctivitis requires topical antibiotics. Allergic conjunctivitis is treated with antihistamine eye drops. Patients should not wear contact lenses or participate in sports until 24 hours after topical treatment has begun. Children with bacterial conjunctivitis can return to school 24 hours after topical antibiotics have been administered and eye discharge is controlled.
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What are the red flags for conjunctivitis that require immediate medical attention?
Red flags include blurry vision, headaches, fixed pupils, and photophobia.
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What should parents know about penicillin allergies and antibiotic use for common infections?
Nine out of 10 patients who believe they have a Penicillin allergy are not truly allergic. In the majority of cases, bacteria in the urine without symptoms (asymptomatic bacteriuria) and upper respiratory infections do not require antibiotic treatment.
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When do babies start producing visible tears?
Newborns produce enough tears to lubricate and protect the eye, but not enough to roll down their cheeks when they cry. Teardrops typically become visible when a baby is between one and three months old, as the lacrimal gland develops further.
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What should parents know about thumb sucking in children?
Thumb sucking is a soothing behavior that provides security for children. Many children stop by age 6-7 months or between 2-4 years. It's usually not a concern until permanent teeth come in, potentially affecting the roof of the mouth and teeth alignment. To help break the habit, use positive reinforcement, identify triggers by offering alternatives like a stress ball or stuffed animal, and use gentle reminders. Aversion reactions are rarely recommended. Do not nag your child, as this can delay the process. Call your dentist if there are dental concerns.
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What is Kangaroo Care and what are its benefits for infants and mothers?
Kangaroo Care involves skin-to-skin contact with the infant facing the parent's chest, recommended for one hour daily. It is proven to increase survival rates in preterm infants and offers numerous benefits including temperature and blood pressure regulation, heart rate and respiratory stability, improved immune system function, weight gain, better deep sleep, and greater bonding with decreased stress and crying. It also helps decrease mothers' depression rates.
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How should infants be positioned for optimal development?
For the first 3 months of life, position the baby facing you for auditory and vestibular stimulation. After 3 months of age, once the infant has improved neck stability, a 'Kangaroo Holder' can be used, and the infant can be positioned facing the environment to stimulate brain cognitive function, allowing them to observe the world and learn.
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What are the recommendations for infant and child nutrition and hydration?
Breast milk is recommended for infants from 0 to 12 months. Cow milk-based formula supplementation is preferred over plant-based options. Exclusively breastfed infants should be given filtered water after 2 months of age; there is no need to buy water in plastic bottles. Juices are not recommended for infants (0-12 months). After 12 months, small amounts of juice (up to 2 ounces) can be added to expand a child's palate. Children aged 4-6 years should consume no more than 4 ounces of juice from freshly squeezed fruits. Sodas are rich in carbohydrates, decrease calcium absorption, and can lead to osteoporosis later in life. Herbal tea is safe for children, but caffeinated drinks and smoothies (which are loaded with carbs) are unhealthy.
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What are the benefits of mirror play for infants and toddlers, and what safety precautions should be taken?
Once their vision improves, babies develop a strong interest in faces, including their own. Offering mirrors helps build vocabulary by encouraging repetition and imitation of sounds. Parents can teach body parts using a mirror. Mirror play improves hand-eye coordination (e.g., catching bubbles in the mirror) and contributes to self-awareness and self-discovery. Always ensure mirrors are not cracked and are safe, and children should always be supervised during mirror games.
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How can I book an appointment with Dr. Atanassova-Lineva?
You can call (718) 268-9100 to book an appointment.
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What are Dr. Atanassova-Lineva's recommendations and concerns regarding screen time for children?
Dr. Atanassova-Lineva recommends avoiding screen time before the age of 2 and choosing educational games and apps wisely for older children. She notes that American children spend an average of 7 hours daily in front of a screen. Science proves that excessive screen time delays cognitive development, especially during the critical brain development period between birth and age 3. Damage during these early years can have permanent effects. She believes the multiple stimuli and ability to process multiple actions simultaneously offered by tablets and iPhones are not beneficial for young brains, and electronic devices can make children lazy by doing most of the work for them.
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What should parents know about the flu vaccine for children?
Peds4Kids encourages all patients 6 months and older to book an appointment for the flu vaccine, which can be administered as an injection or a nasal spray. Children aged 6 months through 8 years receiving the vaccine for the first time require two doses, administered one month apart. While the flu vaccine is not 100% efficient, it will drastically diminish a vaccinated person's chances of getting the flu, and even if contracted, the illness will not present in its full-blown form.
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Patient Experience

Dr. Daniela Atanassova-Lineva Review Summary

4.76
Dr. Atanassova-Lineva receives stellar reviews across multiple platforms. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5, patients consistently praise her expertise and care. She holds a 5/5 rating on both Facebook and Healthgrades, a 4.8/5 on Zocdoc, and a 4.2/5 on Yelp.

Ratings from Other Platforms

zocdoc.com

4.8 out of 5

Based on 913 reviews

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facebook.com

5 out of 5

Based on 11 reviews

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healthgrades.com

5 out of 5

Based on 4 reviews

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yelp.com

4.2 out of 5

Based on 26 reviews

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Dr. Daniela Atanassova-Lineva, MD - Physician, Board Certified in Pediatrics in Rego Park, New York

Dr D Medical Wellness - Rego Park

63-95 Austin St., Rego Park, New York

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Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2025)

$204

Payments

3

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Daniela Atanassova-Lineva received $204 across 3 payments in 2025. That is in the lower half for physicians here — totals this size are typically meals at sponsored talks. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was Soleno Therapeutics, Inc..

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

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Location & Contact Information

Dr D Medical Wellness - Rego Park

63-95 Austin St.

Rego Park, New York

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Office Information

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Dr D Medical Wellness - Rego Park (Primary)

63-95 Austin St., Rego Park, New York

(14 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

The Mount Sinai Health System

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Education & Experience

Education

Varna Medicine Academy
Charles E Gregory

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified In Pediatrics
Board-certified By The American Academy Of Pediatrics

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Daniela Atanassova-Lineva online?
Yes, you can book an appointment with Dr. Atanassova-Lineva online through the Mount Sinai Health System website.
Does Dr. Daniela Atanassova-Lineva offer telehealth?
Telehealth availability is not specified in the provided information.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Daniela Atanassova-Lineva?
Patients rave about Dr. Atanassova-Lineva, using terms like "Amazing," "BEST experience ever," and "Worth it." Reviews highlight positive experiences with SculpSure treatments for fat removal, solutions for age spots, and overall great results.
What areas of care does Dr. Daniela Atanassova-Lineva cater to?
Dr. Atanassova-Lineva specializes in pediatric general care, addressing the health needs of children and adolescents. While the provided information focuses on her pediatric practice, some reviews mention procedures like SculpSure, Vampire Facelift, and Laser Resurfacing, suggesting she may offer additional services related to aesthetics and wellness. Dr. Atanassova-Lineva is dedicated to educating parents on crucial pediatric topics, including infectious diseases like conjunctivitis, appropriate antibiotic use, infant development milestones (e.g., tear production, mirror play), habit breaking (e.g., thumb sucking), infant nutrition, and the impact of screen time on cognitive development. She also provides guidance on preventive care such as flu vaccinations and promotes practices like Kangaroo Care for infant well-being.