Supportive, Personalized Care for Pediatric Weight Management

Helping children and teens in the DMV who suffer from obesity and/or weight-related disease achieve better health, confidence, and energy through medical weight loss and lifestyle support.

Welcome to
RISE Pediatrics

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RISE Pediatrics is a pediatric weight management clinic offering specialized pediatric medical weight loss services for children and teens living with obesity and/or weight-related health conditions.

Founded by April Maloney, MSN, CPNP-PC, RISE provides high-quality, compassionate care that goes beyond what’s possible in a typical medical visit.

Each child receives a personalized care plan designed to support lasting change—from medical evaluation to behavior counseling, nutrition guidance, and more. April partners with families to help kids feel better, move more, and grow into their healthiest selves.

RISE uses a comprehensive, multi-level approach that addresses the physical, emotional, and behavioral sides of weight management.

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    Full Physical & Medical Evaluation

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    Nutrition & Physical Activity Counseling

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    Behavior Modification Support

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    Referrals to Specialists

We don’t treat symptoms—we work with families to understand root causes, set realistic goals, and track progress together.

At RISE, families are encouraged to:

Reflect on current health

Integrate new habits

Self-actualize by realizing one’s full potential

Embrace their authentic selves

This process helps children build a strong foundation for lifelong wellness—physically and emotionally.

Why It Matters

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RISE helps families move from frustration and fear to hope and progress.

Childhood obesity is a chronic disease with long-term health risks—joint pain, fatigue, abnormal labs, disordered sleep, and more. But early, effective care can make all the difference.

The goal?

Kids who wake up with energy, confidence, and a renewed sense of possibility.

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Meet April Maloney, NP

Meet April Maloney, NP

With nearly 20 years in pediatric healthcare, April started RISE to create the kind of care families deserve: unhurried, holistic, and focused on prevention. After working in ERs, pediatric trauma, and outpatient obesity clinics, she saw the power of early intervention—and wanted to do more.

At RISE, April works directly with families, offering the time, expertise, and encouragement needed to support real change.