Best Pediatric Care Providers in Dayton, OH
Pediatricians and pediatric nurse practitioners provide well-child checkups, vaccinations, developmental screenings, and sick visits for newborns, infants, and children. Browse verified profiles and connect with pediatric care providers serving families in Dayton, Ohio.
60+ pediatric care providers found in Dayton, OH
Sydney Elizabeth Calvert
PNP
Corey James Ellis
MD
Sara Kathryn King
FNP
Jennifer Michele Feldman
MD
Sherry L Kahn
MS, RN, CPNP
Alicia Marie Napier
CRNP
Grace Elizabeth Nitting
CPNP-PC
Debra Ann Rill
CPNP
Alexus Adrianna Ward
CPNP
Lia Marie Ratliff
Tracy Danielle Beck
CNP
Helena Horwitz
APRN
Kylie Lynn Kretz
APRN
John Michael Rahe
MD
David Lloyd Roer
MD
Meagan E Walker
PNP
Mary Brigid Chitwood
MD
Marylynn Broderick Herchline
MD
Linda Marie Meister
MD
Tracy Katherine Wick
MD
Katherine Hollis Wingate
MD
Gary Michael Youra
MD
Pradeep Padmanabhan
MD
Timothy Truong Phamduy
DO
Angela K Murawski
CPNP-PC
Shruthi Rethi
MD
Tahira Gittens Adelekan
MD
Mutaz Hamdi Said Alsanjalawi
MD
Sherman John Alter
MD
Yaslam Balfaqih
MD
Christa L Barlow
RN,CNP
Rebekah Elizabeth Baron
Erica Beck
NP
Beth Alyson Bourquin
CNP
Madison Brandon
DNP
Angela Marie Butts
PNP
Lindsay Michele Cary
D.O.
Dallas Michelle Cole
APRN-CNP
Barbara L Coleman
CPNP
Jerard Michael Connors
MD
David Charles Conti
MD
Emily F Cramer
CPNP
Carolina Milagros Cuba-gutierrez
MD
Hassan Ali Dbouk
MD
April Michelle Denlinger
PNP-PC
Kent Andrew Depue
MD
Dana Lynn Drazner
MD
James H Duffee
MD
Samuel Kwami Dzodzomenyo
MD
Angela Elizabeth Eberhart
C.N.P.
James Ray Ebert
MD
Jonathan Elliott
MD
Brian L Forster
MD
Hilary Lynn Fortkamp
PNP
Vipul Kumar Garg
MD
Sarah Christine Gehring
RN, CPNP
Ashish George
Michael Aron Gittelman
M.D.
Julianne Vernadette Green
MD
Ashima Goyal Gurkha
D.O.
What Does a Pediatrician Do?
Pediatric care providers manage your child's health from the first newborn exam through childhood. They perform well-child visits, administer vaccinations, track developmental milestones, diagnose and treat childhood illnesses, and refer to specialists when needed. Many families choose their pediatrician before birth and have the provider visit the baby in the hospital. Building a relationship with a pediatrician you trust is one of the most important steps in your care team.
Common credentials
How to Choose a Pediatrician in Dayton
Visit the practice before your due date — many pediatricians offer prenatal meet-and-greet appointments.
Ask about their approach to common topics: vaccination schedules, breastfeeding support, sleep guidance, and when to call versus go to urgent care.
Check their availability — same-day sick visits, after-hours advice lines, and weekend hours matter when you have a newborn.
Consider logistics: location, parking, wait times, and whether they offer telehealth for minor concerns.
Ask if the practice has lactation support or can refer you quickly if breastfeeding issues arise.
Cost and Insurance for Pediatric Care Providers in Ohio
Typical cost
Well-child visits and vaccinations are covered by insurance as preventive care. Sick visits have standard copays. Without insurance, well-child visits typically cost $100 to $300.
Insurance coverage
Preventive pediatric care, including all recommended well-child visits and vaccinations, is covered at no cost under the ACA. Sick visits are covered with your plan's standard copay and deductible.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pediatric Care Providers in Dayton
When should I choose a pediatrician?
Ideally during the third trimester, around 28 to 34 weeks. Many pediatric practices offer prenatal consultations where you can meet the doctor, ask questions, and get a feel for the practice. Having a pediatrician selected before birth means they can see your baby in the hospital.
How often does a newborn need to see a pediatrician?
Newborns typically have their first visit within 2 to 3 days of hospital discharge, then at 1 month, 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 9 months, and 12 months. These well-child visits include growth tracking, developmental assessments, and vaccinations.
What is the difference between a pediatrician and a family doctor?
Pediatricians specialize exclusively in children's health from birth through adolescence, with extra training in childhood development, diseases, and behavior. Family medicine doctors treat patients of all ages. Both can provide excellent newborn and pediatric care.
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