Wendell McKay, M.D., received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of Maryland at College Park in 1988. He then graduated from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore in 1992. After completing his pediatric residency at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Dr. McKay was chosen to spend an extra year as Pediatric Chief Resident.
Wendell McKay, M.D., received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of Maryland at College Park in 1988. He then graduated from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore in 1992. After completing his pediatric residency at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Dr. McKay was chosen to spend an extra year as Pediatric Chief Resident.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Howard County Pediatrics through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
Dr Mckay has been with our family for over 28 years! The moment all 4 of our kids were born; we knew we were in amazing hands! He knows the details of their lives and they always looked forward to seeing him.
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Dr. McKay is the GOAT. Truly and metaphorically a life saver for kids and parents alike. His medical acumen is matched by his patience, integrity, and bedside manner. One of one.
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Always great with the kids! Shows that he cares about them and also makes them laugh!
(3 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Dr. McKay is a kind, straightforward and informative. My son felt very comfortable communicating with him. We appreciate him and his excellent care!
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
We love, Dr. McKay. He’s always very thorough. We never feel rushed. We get all of our questions answered and our boys love seeing him.
(2 months ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. McKay is always so thorough and really makes us feel like he is taking his time with us. He is great with kids and teens!
(3 months ago)
May-2026
Dr. McKay is always friendly and does extremely well with my twin boys. Always courteous, thorough, respectful, and very knowledgeable. Highly recommended!!
(3 months ago)
May-2026
Always positive and professional.
(3 months ago)
May-2026
Love him! He’s very thorough, knowledgeable, and patient , even with me! (New mom)
(4 months ago)
May-2026
Dr. McKay has provided great clinical and family social insights. Our child receives great guidance on every well visit.
(4 months ago)
May-2026
Read More
Howard County Pediatrics
11055 Little Patuxent Pkwy Suite 103 Columbia, MD 21044
Wendell McKay, M.D., received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of Maryland at College Park in 1988. He then graduated from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore in 1992. After completing his pediatric residency at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Dr. McKay was chosen to spend an extra year as Pediatric Chief Resident. Upon returning to his home state of Maryland, he was appointed Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Maryland Medical Systems, where he worked before joining our practice in 1997. Dr. McKay is board certified in pediatrics and is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. He is a member of the department of pediatrics at Howard County General Hospital.
Dr. McKay remains remains committed to being active in the community. His past involvements included serving on the Maryland State Developmental Disabilities Council (DDC) (2004-2013) and the Maryland Commission on Autism (2010-2012). He has also been a professional mentor for the Howard County Gifted and Talented High School Student/Mentor Program.
Since 2013, Dr. McKay has served as a member of Howard County’s Interscholastic Athletic Advisory Committee, the Medical Advisory Board of the MD Public School Athletic Assoc (MPSSAA), and the Medical Advisory Board of the Columbia Association, where he helped to develop the YouthFit program to help address childhood obesity in Howard County. In 2020, Dr. McKay began serving on the Local Children's Board of Howard County.
Dr. McKay lives with his wife in Ellicott City and has two adult children. He enjoys playing tennis and is an avid fan of the Baltimore Ravens, the Baltimore Orioles, and the University of Maryland sports teams.
Dr Mckay has been with our family for over 28 years! The moment all 4 of our kids were born; we knew we were in amazing hands! He knows the details of their lives and they always looked forward to seeing him.
Dr. McKay is the GOAT. Truly and metaphorically a life saver for kids and parents alike. His medical acumen is matched by his patience, integrity, and bedside manner. One of one.
Always great with the kids! Shows that he cares about them and also makes them laugh!
Dr. McKay is a kind, straightforward and informative. My son felt very comfortable communicating with him. We appreciate him and his excellent care!
We love, Dr. McKay. He’s always very thorough. We never feel rushed. We get all of our questions answered and our boys love seeing him.
Dr. McKay is always so thorough and really makes us feel like he is taking his time with us. He is great with kids and teens!
Dr. McKay is always friendly and does extremely well with my twin boys. Always courteous, thorough, respectful, and very knowledgeable. Highly recommended!!
Always positive and professional.
Love him! He’s very thorough, knowledgeable, and patient , even with me! (New mom)
Dr. McKay has provided great clinical and family social insights. Our child receives great guidance on every well visit.