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New Name...
Same Great Care
After more than 46 years of caring for families in our community, Preferred Pediatrics is becoming Sunshine Pediatrics — a proud Children’s Mercy Kansas City Affiliate.
Read our full announcement and learn what this exciting transition means for your family in our latest blog post.
The Doctors
Board Certified & Members of the American Academy of Pediatrics
Shawna Patch, M.D.
Dr. Patch, earned her Medical Degree at the University of Kansas School of Medicine. She completed her General Pediatric residency at Children's Mercy Hospital and Clinics.
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When she is not spending time on patient care, Dr. Patch is helping enrich the profession by mentoring future physicians as a member of the Baker University Par Mentor program.
A native of Lenexa, Dr. Patch and her husband, Andrew, have two daughters. Her medical interests include general pediatrics with an emphasis on neonatal care and adolescent medicine.
Allison Hettinger, M.D.
Dr. Hettinger graduated from the University of Tennessee in 2005. She completed her residency at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, in 2008, and went on to work for Mayo's community pediatric division for 2 years.
Upon relocating to Overland Park with her husband Chris and their 3 kids, Dr. Hettinger joined Preferred Pediatrics.
A member of our team since 2011, her medical interests are general pediatrics with special interests in preventative care and special needs patients.
Connor Hosty, M.D.
Dr. Hosty is a graduate of the University of Kansas. He continued his education at the University of Kansas School of Medicine, and completed his Pediatric Residency at St. Louis Children’s Hospital (Washington University).
Dr. Hosty has a focus in adolescent medicine, mental health, newborn care, and fostering healthy lifestyles.
He joined the office in the summer of 2024. Originally from the Kansas City area, he and his significant other look forward to this exciting next chapter.
Amy Voelker, M.D
Dr. Voelker attended medical school at the University of Missouri - Kansas City and graduated in 1995. She completed her pediatric residency at T.C. Thompson Children's Hospital in Chattanooga, TN, in 1998 and joined Preferred Pediatrics the same year.
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An Olathe native, Dr. Voelker spends her free time raising her 2 daughters. Her medical interests are general pediatrics with a focus on adoption medicine and developmental behavior issues.
About Us
New Name...Same Great Patient Care
Founded in 1980 as Preferred Pediatrics, our practice has proudly cared for generations of families in our community. In 2026, we became Sunshine Pediatrics as part of our affiliation with Children’s Mercy—a transition that reflects our continued commitment to combining personalized local care with access to leading pediatric resources.
Sunshine Pediatrics is a patient-centered group of pediatricians devoted to providing high-quality care for children from birth through age 21. We offer timely care for acutely ill patients, ongoing support for those with chronic conditions, and same-day urgent appointments—so your child can get prompt attention when it matters most.
We’ve designed our office for convenience, with easy front-door parking and a dedicated team of four physicians. At every visit, we focus on promoting healthy habits and overall wellness. All of our doctors are on hospital staff at Olathe Medical Center, Overland Park Regional Medical Center, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, and Children’s Mercy.
At Sunshine Pediatrics, we firmly believe in the safety and effectiveness of vaccines and follow the recommended schedules from American Academy of Pediatrics. If you choose not to vaccinate your child, we kindly ask that you seek alternative healthcare providers. Of course, we’re always happy to discuss any questions or concerns with you- your trust means everything to us.
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For more information, please view our FAQ page.
Recent News
Proudly announcing our affiliation with Children’s Mercy Kansas City starting on March 1, 2026. (Blog Post)
