FSU HEALTH PRECISION PEDIATRICS AT IPRD
Dr. Ledbetter is a nationally recognized genetics expert who has spent his career helping families understand the causes of childhood developmental conditions including autism. He specializes in using advanced genomic testing to diagnose rare disorders and guide personalized care. Before joining FSU, he led one of the largest clinical genomics programs in the country. At IPRD, he is building new resources for families across North Florida and leading a statewide newborn genomics initiative to support early diagnosis and treatment for babies.
Dr. Nora Pepper is the Medical Director of FSUHealth Precision Pediatrics at IPRD. She works closely with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to helping children with rare and undiagnosed conditions. Dr. Pepper works to bring the latest advances in genomic medicine into patient care, helping families find answers and develop personalized treatment plans. A graduate of the Florida State University College of Medicine (class of 2010), Dr. Pepper has worked in both primary care and pediatric hospital medicine. She combines clinical expertise with a commitment to innovation in children's healthcare. Her work supports the IPRD's mission to improve diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes for children and families facing complex medical challenges.
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Dr. Harper is a licensed psychologist who provides neuropsychological evaluations for children with learning, attention, developmental, and medical challenges. She has specialized training in pediatric brain behavior relationships and experience working with children recovering from concussion, managing ADHD, or navigating complex medical needs. Dr. Harper also contributes to research on cognitive development and provides training for future clinicians. She is committed to helping families understand their child’s strengths and needs so they can thrive at home and in school.
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Dr. Shah is a genetic counselor who helps families understand genetic testing, rare disease diagnoses, and what results mean for their child’s health. She also leads operations for Florida’s genomic newborn screening pilot program, working with hospitals and partners across the state to support early detection of rare conditions. Dr. Shah brings expertise in patient education, research coordination, and family centered communication, and provides genetic counseling services in the Precision Pediatrics Clinic.
Ms. Liebrich supports clinical and research programs that help bring new diagnostic tools and treatments to children with rare diseases. With more than fifteen years of experience in nursing and clinical research, she ensures studies are safe, well organized, and family centered. Her background includes emergency and surgical nursing, clinical trial coordination, and regulatory oversight. She is passionate about helping families access high quality research opportunities and supporting the clinic’s mission to improve pediatric care.
Ms. Alsina supports scientific and bioinformatics research that advances the understanding of rare pediatric conditions. She brings experience in laboratory methods, genetic testing workflows, and data analysis, along with multilingual communication skills. At IPRD, she contributes to research projects that help translate genetic discoveries into meaningful improvements in care for children and families.