Dr. Bear Clinic Team
Pediatrics in Prague
Meet the team of pediatricians, nurses, and receptionists at Dr. Bear Clinic in Prague. We combine expertise, empathy, a modern approach, and top-tier communication for your children’s health.
At Dr. Bear Clinic, we believe that quality childcare begins with a combination of top expertise, deep empathy, and open communication with parents and young patients. Our pediatric practice in Prague provides a comprehensive and individual approach for every child – from newborns to adolescents.
The Dr. Bear Clinic Team – pediatrics in Prague with expertise, empathy, and a modern approach
Patrik Konopásek, MD
the head physician of our outpatient clinics, is a certified pediatrician and pediatric nephrologist with extensive experience from Motol University Hospital.
He cared for children with the most severe kidney diseases, including transplants and dialysis, and participated in medical student education and scientific research. At Dr. Bear Clinic, he integrates the latest medical procedures with an emphasis on creating a pleasant and professional environment.
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Head Physician of Dr. Bear Clinic pediatric outpatient clinics, certified pediatrician, and pediatric nephrologist. He spent most of his practice at the Department of Pediatric Nephrology at Motol University Hospital, where he cared for children with the most serious kidney diseases, including transplant patients and those requiring dialysis. He has collaborated with numerous specialized clinics, participated in teaching medical students, and published in international professional journals.
At Dr. Bear Clinic, he provides primary care for pediatric patients and continues to focus on nephrology in cooperation with the 3rd Faculty of Medicine, Charles University, and Královské Vinohrady University Hospital. His goal is to bring modern procedures into clinical practice and create an environment with a high professional standard and unified protocols.
Education and Qualifications: Graduate of the Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University Brno (2016), board certification in Pediatrics (2022) and Pediatric Nephrology (2023), head physician license in the field of Pediatrics (2025).
Language Skills: Czech, English, Spanish (C1).
In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, sports, and playing the piano, which he studied at the Janáček Conservatory in Ostrava.
Mária Štěpánová, MD
the managing director of our clinic, brings more than ten years of experience from pediatric departments and specialized outpatient clinics.
She is a member of the pediatric gastroenterology section and has extensive experience in caring for children in both hospital and outpatient settings. Her approach combines precise professional knowledge with patient and clear communication, ensuring that parents and children feel safe.
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A certified pediatrician with over ten years of experience in the pediatric and neonatal department of Kladno Regional Hospital, and experience in general practitioner clinics for children and adolescents. She also focuses on and continues her education in pediatric gastroenterology. She completed clinical internships in Germany (Universitätsklinikum Bonn), Motol University Hospital, and the Institute for the Care of Mother and Child (ÚPMD) in Prague.
She is the owner and managing director of Dr. Bear Clinic, where, in addition to caring for pediatric patients, she manages and develops the entire clinic’s operations. In her practice, she also focuses on pediatric nutrition and gastroenterology and is a member of the Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition section of the Czech Pediatric Society.
Education and Qualifications: Graduate of the 1st Faculty of Medicine, Charles University Prague (2014), board certification in Pediatrics (2024).
Language Skills: Czech, English.
She spends her free time with her family and enjoys traveling.
Michala Komyšáková, MD, MBA
specializes in infant medicine and social pediatrics.
She is a certified lactation consultant and has experience from the emergency department at Motol University Hospital. She actively teaches students in healthcare fields and is known for her empathetic care and ability to sensitively guide parents and children through challenging situations.
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A certified pediatrician specializing in infant medicine and social pediatrics. She has extensive experience from the emergency department and the infant ward at Motol University Hospital, where she still practices today. She is a certified lactation consultant and is actively involved in teaching students of non-medical healthcare professions.
In her practice, she emphasizes a sensitive approach to the youngest patients and their families, breastfeeding support, and disease prevention in early childhood.
Education and Qualifications: Graduate of the Faculty of Medicine, Palacký University Olomouc (2018), board certification in Pediatrics (2023), MBA. Certified Lactation Consultant (2023).
Language Skills: English.
In her free time, she focuses on her family, hiking, and education in the field of mother and child support.
Simona Kontuľová, MD
a certified pediatrician with experience in both hospital and outpatient pediatric care.
She is a graduate of the 2nd Faculty of Medicine at Charles University in Prague, which has a long-standing focus on training doctors in pediatric care. She has been caring for young patients since 2020 and successfully passed her board certification exam in Pediatrics in May 2025.
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During her practice, she gained experience in the pediatric and neonatal departments of Slaný Hospital as well as in general practitioner clinics for children and adolescents. She completed professional internships at the Pediatric Clinic of Thomayer University Hospital, the Department of Pediatric Surgery and Pediatric Intensive Care at Motol University Hospital, and the Institute for the Care of Mother and Child in Prague–Podolí, one of the most important perinatology centers in the Czech Republic. Her professional training also included an internship at the neonatal intensive care and resuscitation unit.
She holds the EPALS certificate from the European Resuscitation Council, focused on advanced pediatric life support, and a diploma of lifelong learning. She actively participates in professional pediatric congresses, presents clinical case studies, and continuously educates herself in accordance with the latest recommended procedures in pediatrics.
In her work, she emphasizes professional, safe, and empathetic care based on open communication and mutual trust between the doctor, the child, and their parents.
Education and Qualifications:
Graduate of the 2nd Faculty of Medicine, Charles University Prague (2020), basic pediatric core (2023), board certification in Pediatrics (2025).
Certificates and Courses:
EPALS (ERC), diploma of lifelong learning, psychomotor development of the child, DNS.
Language Skills:
Czech, English.
Iveta Svobodová
head nurse
An integral part of our team with many years of experience in hospital and outpatient care. She is dedicated heart and soul to working with children – both in the clinic and during her volunteer work with the youth section of the Volunteer Fire Department in Řeporyje.
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Iveta Svobodová, head nurse with many years of experience in hospital and outpatient care. She is dedicated heart and soul to working with children – both in the clinic and during her volunteer work with the youth section of the Volunteer Fire Department in Řeporyje.
Our team consists not only of doctors and nurses but also of professional and always smiling receptionists. They are ready to help, solve any problem, and ensure your visit goes smoothly. Furthermore, we complement our communication skills with the latest technology – we use a patient app through which we handle all communication with parents quickly and conveniently.
In the Dr. Bear Clinic Team, we combine modern medicine, a human approach, and technical innovation. A place where expertise meets empathy and where communication is not just a word, but the foundation of our care.