KC Kids Doc.
Meet
Dr. Natasha Burgert
Dr. Natasha Burgert is a practicing pediatrician based in Overland Park, KS, and the author of Managing Childhood Anxiety (For Dummies). With over 15 years of clinical experience, she’s known for her straight-shooting, evidence-based approach to pediatric care — and for helping families navigate everything from tantrums to TikTok.
Through her popular platform @KCkidsdoc, Natasha has become a trusted voice in digital health communication, blending science with empathy and humor. Her work has been featured by NPR, NBC News, The New York Times, and more.
When she’s not in clinic, she’s chasing new adventures with her husband and two kids, golfing in a local couples league, or dreaming of her second career as a Formula 1 race car driver—a passion that’s taken her to sport driving classes across the country.
Supporting Smarter Tech Decisions for Kids
Dr. Natasha Burgert is a proud supporter of Wait Until 8th, a national grassroots movement led by parents who believe childhood doesn’t need to come with a smartphone.
As research continues to uncover the impact of early tech use on kids’ mental health, attention, and development, Dr. Burgert joins families across the country in encouraging a delay in smartphone ownership until at least 8th grade. The pledge creates a powerful moment of solidarity — a reminder that no one has to make this decision alone.
If you believe kids deserve more play, more presence, and less screen time, join the movement.
